Knights Of Columbus Council 3137 Invites Community To Lenten Friday Fish Fry Dinners At IHM March 7 To April 11
IHM News:
The Knights of Columbus, Council 3137, is hosting Lenten Friday Fish Fry Dinners, 5-7 p.m. March 7 through April 11 in the Karen McLaughlin Parish Hall at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 3700 Canyon Road.
The Knights host this fundraiser in order to offer college scholarships to students graduating from Los Alamos High School (LAHS). Proceeds raised at this year’s Lenten Friday Fish Fry Dinners will fund scholarships for the LAHS Class of 2026.
All graduating LAHS students planning to attend a two-year college, four-year college or vocational/technical school are eligible Read More
US Kids Golf Program Registration Opens March 3
COUNTY News:
Registration for the US Kids Golf Program’s Spring 2025 session opens March 3, 2025! This exciting program, designed for young golfers, will run from April 21 through May 22, providing an excellent opportunity for children ages 6 through 13 to develop their golf skills in a fun and supportive environment.
The program will be offered in two pods:
- POD 1: Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- POD 2: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Cost: $75 per student
Each pod is limited to 10 students, ensuring personalized attention for every participant. This is a great opportunity Read More
Advancing The Science Of Reading Act Passes Senate, Moves On To House
NMED News:
SANTA FE — Monday, Feb. 24, the New Mexico Senate passed Senate Bill 242 (SB 242), the Advancing the Science of Reading Act, by a vote of 32-6.
If signed into law, it would require teacher licensing candidates to demonstrate competency in structured literacy and the science of reading.
“The science of reading is a game changer for New Mexico’s students,” said Public Education Secretary Designate Mariana D. Padilla. “When we invest in proven reading strategies, we empower our students with the skills to thrive—not just in school, but in life.”
The science of reading Read More
UNM-LA Offers Job Fair Prep Workshops In March
UNM-LA News:
UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) is offering “Resumes 101” and “Connecting at Job Fairs” workshops in preparation for the April 10 Los Alamos Spring Job Fair. The following workshops will be offered on the UNM-LA campus in room 203.
- Resumes 101: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., March 4
- Connecting at Job Fairs: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., March 10
- Resumes 101: 2-3 p.m., March 27
Live stream of the workshops is also available. RSVP to unmlacareercenter@unm.edu to receive the link. UNM-LA also offers individual resume-building support through career services.
Find available times at losalamos.unm.edu/students/career-services/ Read More
LAPS: Registration For Preschool Opens March 3
LAPS News:
It’s almost time for preschool! Registration for the Los Alamos Public Schools Preschool program for 4-year-olds opens Monday, March 3. The district has preschool at all five elementary sites. Students attend preschool Monday – Friday on the same schedule as each elementary school from 8:10 a.m. to 2:40 p.m.
A child who is 4 years of age prior to 12:01 a.m. MDT, Sept. 1, 2025 may enroll for preschool for the 2025-2026 school year. Click here for more information and to register.
Preschool students not only learn core subjects such as reading and math, but also participate in events Read More
Chamber Business After Hours & Open House At Los Alamos Medical Center’s Endoscopy Center 1911 Central March 18
LAMC News:’
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and a perfect opportunity to get to know the Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) Endoscopy Center in downtown Los Alamos.
Everyone is invited to attend the Chamber Business After Hours and Community Open House 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, March 18 for:
- A tour of our Endoscopy Center;
- An opportunity to meet providers and staff;
- Key information on colon & rectal cancer prevention; and
- Light refreshments.
The Endoscopy Center is at 1911 Central Ave., Suite 100, next to Aspen Copies.
More than 50,000 people die from colon cancer each year in the United Read More
Hilos Sobre el Autismo: A Perspective From Self-Advocacy
LAHS Seniors Named 2025 National Merit Finalists
2025 National Merit finalists from Los Alamos High School include (back row left to right): Zoe Bent, Xiaran Chen and Linnhtet Htoon; (front row, left to right) Zane Pedersen, Kieran Gattiker and Henry O’Neil. Courtesy photo
LAPS News:
Six Los Alamos High School seniors have been named National Merit finalists. They join over 15,000 other finalists now eligible to receive National Merit scholarships.
LAHS seniors Zoe Bent, Xiaran Chen, Kieran Gattiker, Linnhtet Htoon, Henry O’Neil and Zane Pedersen will now be in the running to receive one of over 6,800 merit scholarships.
Winners will Read More
Registration For 2025-2026 School Year Opens March 3
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools will open online registration for the 2025-2026 school year at 8 a.m., Monday, March 3, 2025 for students planning to attend LAPS in the fall. This includes new and returning students, kindergarten and preschool.
Go to www.laschools.net/registration for more information and to register beginning March 3 using either a computer or smartphone.
LAPS is using PowerSchool Enrollment for registration. The district has streamlined this process for parents to minimize the time it takes for parents to complete the registration process.
The system is fully Read More
Date Correction: LAPS Notice Of Possible Quorum Feb. 25
LAPS Public Notice:
Members of the Los Alamos School Board may attend the New Mexico Youth Risk and Resiliency Survey Results event, 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25 at the Los Alamos High School Speech Theater.
A quorum may be present; however no action will be taken. Read More
Bill To Increase Top Oil And Gas Royalty Rate On New Mexico State Lands Passes Senate
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SANTA FE – For the first time, legislation pushed by New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard to increase the top royalty rate offered for new oil and gas development on the best state lands from 20% to the market rate of 25% passed the full New Mexico Senate today.
Senate Bill 23, sponsored by Sen. George Muñoz and co-sponsored by Speaker of the House Javier Martinez, Sen. Liz Stefanics and Rep. Read More
Leadership Los Alamos Holds Engaging Culture Session
Scene from Leadership Los Alamos during the Feb. 7 Culture Session. Courtesy/LLA
Los Alamos Historical Society Executive Director and LLA graduate Todd Nickols speaks to members of the Leadership Los Alamos class during the Feb. 7 Culture Session. Courtesy/LLAUNITE’s Arrive Alive Tour® To Visit Los Alamos High School
LAPS News:
- Event to feature virtual reality impaired driving and texting simulator
The Arrive Alive Tour®, sponsored by the Los Alamos County DWI Program is scheduled to visit Los Alamos High School, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28 at 1300 Diamond Drive.
UNITE’s Arrive Alive Tour® is the nation’s number-one ranked drunk and distracted driving awareness event, as well as the first-and-only marijuana driving simulator in the country.
The Arrive Alive Tour uses a high-tech, state-of-the-art simulator that allows participants to drive while distracted, drunk, or drugged in a fully functioning Read More
Scenes From Senior Night At Topper Home Game
It was senior night at the Topper basketball game Tuesday night in Griffith Gym to recognize and honor the graduating seniors for their participation and contribution to Topper sports. Pictured: Group shot of the Seniors and their families. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Senior Topper Cheer leaders: Trinity Lucero, Deja Tafoya, Harmony Gutierrez and not pictured Lucia Chacon and their family members. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Eddie Gartz and his family members. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Dylan Lovato and his family members. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos High School Literary Magazine Receives Excellent Distinction In REALM Contest
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos High School 2022-2024 literary magazine, Pegasus, has been recognized with an Excellent distinction in the Recognizing Excellence in Art and Literary magazines (REALM) contest.
This ranking of Excellent was given by the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE). The 2020-2021 Pegasus also received this distinction.
The creation of Pegasus is a school-sponsored activity that has a long-standing tradition at Los Alamos High School, starting in 1965. The publication features poems, short stories and artwork by LAHS students.
Topper Virtual Academy English Read More
LANL Foundation Shares Message Of Reassurance And Commitment
LAHS Basketball To Host Boys District First Round Game
Griffith Gymnasium at Los Alamos High School cropped version. Courtesy/Ryan Utt/en.wikipedia
LAPS News:
Los Alamos High School (LAHS) will host a First Round District Boys Basketball game on Monday, Feb. 24 in Griffith Gymnasium. Start time is 6 p.m. and doors will open at 5:15 p.m.
The Toppers will take on the Moriarty Pintos.
For this district game, there will be no cash sales and all sales are through GoFan. Passes will not be accepted for this game. Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance, but may purchase at the door with a credit or debit card. No cash sales. Ticket prices are $7 for Read More
LAPS: Interactive Workshop Drugs, Sex And Phones Part 2
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools invites parents and caregivers of students of all ages to attend Part 2 of the series Drugs, Sex, and Phones: What Families Need to Know About Smartphones and Social Media. The event will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 4, in the Los Alamos High School Library.
In response to participant feedback, Part 2 of the LAPS Parent Event Series will feature an interactive workshop format, allowing attendees to join small group discussions on a range of important topics related to youth and technology. Throughout the evening, workshop participants will have Read More
UNM-Los Alamos Advisory Board Special Meeting Feb. 24
Courtesy/UNM-LA
UNM-LA News:
The UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) Advisory Board is holding a special board meeting at 5:30 p.m., Monday, Feb. 24, in Building 5, Wallace Hall, on the UNM-LA campus located at 4000 University Drive, Los Alamos, NM 87544. The meeting will focus on filling the board vacancy. All members of the public are welcome to attend.
The board generally meets on the Monday preceding the second Tuesday of each odd calendar month except in July, unless otherwise directed. The board advises The University of New Mexico Board of Regents on matters pertaining to the Los Alamos campus. Read More
