Education

Free Virtual Learning On Digital Literacy For New Mexicans Through GetSetUp Initiative

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A GetSetUp team member visits Corrales Public Library to help older adults learn digital literacy skills. Courtesy/New Mexico State Library and GetSetUp© 2025
New Mexico State Library News:

SANTA FE – The New Mexico State Library has announced a new statewide initiative that expands access to lifelong learning through a partnership with GetSetUp, a leading virtual learning platform designed for older adults.

The initiative, funded by a USDA Rural Utilities Service Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant, supports the State Library’s mission to close the digital divide and promote

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Kiwanis Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients

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At the recent Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos 2025 scholarship presentation, from left, Kiwanis Scholarship Chair Sharon Allen with 2025 recipients, Zoe Bent, Jonathan Chen, Joy Mei Lincoln, Hayden Kim, Uxue Sansinena and Sofia West. Courtesy/Kiwanis

By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos

The Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos is proud to present our 2025 scholarship recipients. These six outstanding students have shown a commitment to working to bring people together through their community service volunteer activities.

Zoe Bent has worked with the PEEC and Fuller Lodge art camps and also volunteered Read More

Read With A Garbage Truck Driver In-Person June 25

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COUNTY News:

It’s back! Every Wednesday through July 23, White Rock Branch Library will host its second annual Read with a Ranger series.

Special guests from the community – physicists and firefighters, police officers and garbage truck drivers, a nurse and a construction worker, a fish hatchery manager and an animal control officer – will read picture books and lead activities focused on their areas of expertise. Some will even bring their specialized vehicles.

Kids age 4 to 4th grade are invited to enjoy an afternoon getting to know more about the community and all the wonderful people who Read More

Additional Scenes From ScienceFest 2025

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The ScienceFest 2025 booth powered by Los Alamos MainStreet Saturday at Ashley Pond Park. The popular annual event featured more than 54 booths and 19 vendors this year, offering exciting things to see and do. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Recardo Lambert of Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities mans the Sewage Disposal education booth ‘Don’t Flush That’ demonstration Saturday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Even the turtles in the pond turned out in force for ScienceFest 2025 on Saturday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More

Los Alamos OEM & LACDC To Host Virtual LEPC Meeting To Help Businesses Prepare For Emergencies 9 AM Monday

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Office of Emergency Management (OEM), in partnership with Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation (LACDC), will host a virtual Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting focused on business preparedness and continuity planning, 9-10 a.m. Monday, June 23, via Zoom.

This interactive session is designed to equip local business owners with practical tools and guidance to help them prepare for and respond to potential disruptions. The presentation will walk participants through the fundamentals of creating a Business Continuity Plan, Read More

Embudo Valley Tutoring Association Seeks Retired Professionals To Uplift Students In 2025-26 School Year

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EVTA News:

The Embudo Valley Tutoring Association (EVTA) is seeking tutors in reading and math for high-need elementary school students in the Española Independent School District

EVTA is seeking committed, retired professionals interested in helping uplift local students, many of whom are a year or two behind their class.

Tutoring for 2025-26 School Year:

  • EVTA is seeking people with education or tutoring experience are encouraged to apply; however, EVTA is interested in talking with any degree-holding person who desires to work with students.  EVTA provides training.
  • The best, long-term
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Senior Activity Centers To Close For Staff Development

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LARSO News:

The Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers will be closed on Tuesday, June 24, for a scheduled Staff Development Day.

All regular activities and congregate meal services will be canceled for the day. Home Delivered Meal recipients will receive a frozen meal in advance of the closure.

LARSO staff appreciate the community’s understanding as the team takes this time for training and continued service improvement.

Direct questions to the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center at 505.662.8920.

The Los Alamos and White Rock Senior Activity Centers offer classes, workshops, Read More

Students Reported Safe After Unauthorized Man Enters Stage Area Of National Speech And Debate Tournament

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By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

Students from Los Alamos and around the world are reported to be safe after an unauthorized man entered the stage area during event activities on Thursday, at the National Speech and Debate Tournament in Des Moines, Iowa.

Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Jennifer Guy addressed the incident, saying, “All of our students are safe. I am grateful for the coach, Mr. Poston, and the wonderful chaperones who were with our students. They were able to account for them quickly, make sure parents were notified, and provide support Read More

LARSO, Y & Samizdat To Host Science Of Tea Sunday

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LARSO News:

In celebration of ScienceFest 2025, the Los Alamos Retired & Senior Organization (LARSO), Los Alamos Teen Center, and Samizdat Bookstore and Teahouse will present the “Science of Tea”, 2-4 p.m. Sunday, June 22, at the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center.

This year’s theme is “Boston Tea Party” and explores the connections between science and history! Savor five unique teas carefully selected by Samizdat staff. Each tea is paired with a delicious refreshment prepared by LARSO chefs. These small bites range from savory to sweet and are made to highlight the distinct flavor profile Read More