Education

C’YA Thanks Community For Holiday Cards For Veterans

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During the holidays, Jeff Waxler walked his mom Kati Waxler of Los Alamos down the aisle. She married Ezra Maes, whom she met while in the Army. The next opportunity to make cards for military members and Veterans will be held 1-2 p.m. Monday at the White Rock Branch Library. Courtesy photo

Kati, son Jeff, and husband Ezra Maes, who was named Army Times Soldier of the Year in 2021, after a tank injury in Slovakia. He was forced to amputate his own leg to save his tank mates and call for help. Courtesy photo

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
Champions of Youth Ambitions

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State Celebrates Rural Student Broadband Connections

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CNM News:

SILVER CITY — A total of 484 student households in Grant County are receiving high-speed internet, thanks to a New Mexico Student Connect grant program designed to provide broadband access to rural students across New Mexico.

The Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) joined TWN Communications, state leaders, and local officials last week at Silver High School to celebrate the launch of a $1.5 million Student Connect grant project, which will connect rural students and school staff in Silver City.

“This project represents more than just faster internet—it’s about equity, Read More

Topper Boys Basketball Beats ATC Phoenix 51-40

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Dylan Baca works the ball down court in the 1st quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Josh Matteson and Jayden Apodaca reach for a loose ball under the Topper basket in the 2nd quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Sports News:

The Los Alamos High School Topper boys basketball team won its game against the Academy for Technology and Classics [Santa Fe] played Thursday night in Griffith Gymnasium.

The Toppers started slow and trailed for much of the first half, but improved their shooting in the second half and pulled away to win 51-40.

Lan Frazier gets a shot off past the defense Read More

NMOGA’s Nonprofit Arm Launches Website To Connect Students With Careers In Oil And Gas

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NMOGA News:

SANTA FE — Energizing Our Future New Mexico, the nonprofit arm of the New Mexico Oil & Gas Association (NMOGA), today announced the launch of a new online resource designed to help students explore rewarding careers in the state’s energy sector.

The Student Success Pathways website, available at https://pathways.nmoga.org, provides tools, guidance, and connections for students interested in pursuing opportunities in oil and gas and related fields. 

The platform offers:

  • Career Pathways: Detailed information on roles within the energy industry, from engineering and
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NMHED: New Mexico Workforce Development Programs See Rapid Growth In FY25

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NMHED News:

  • Integrated Education And Training Program Enrollment Grew Nearly 50 Percent In FY25

SANTA FE – New Mexico’s workforce development programs for adults grew significantly statewide in the most recent fiscal year, according to data from the Adult Education Division of the New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED).

In Fiscal Year 2025, statewide enrollment in the Integrated Education and (IET) system increased by almost 50 percent over the previous year, with a total of 787 enrollees. Those students earned 487 industry-recognized certificates in high-demand Read More

Senior Research Scientist Dr. Shari Kelley To Speak At Los Alamos Geological Society Meeting Saturday Jan. 24

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Dr. Shari Kelley

LAGS News: 

Los Alamos Geological Society (LAGS) will host its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, at the Los Alamos Christian Church at 92 East Road.

The guest speaker for the evening is Dr. Shari Kelley, presenting her talk: “Geothermal Development in New Mexico: an Update”.

Kelley is a senior research scientist at the New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources, a research division of New Mexico Tech. She served as an expert witness at committee meetings during the New Mexico Legislative session in 2023 and 2024 that led to the passing of House Bill 91, which established Read More

Las Cruces School Fair To Spotlight Local K–12 Education Options

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NSCAF News:

LAS CRUCES — Parents across New Mexico can learn about all of the different schools available for their kids Saturday, Jan. 31–all in one room. The Las Cruces School fair starts at 11 a.m. at the Mesilla Valley Mall. Representatives from public charter schools, private schools, traditional and magnet schools, and homeschooling resources will be available to talk with families about their school options.

The event, organized by Public Charter Schools of New Mexico in collaboration with the nonprofit National School Choice Awareness Foundation, is timed to coincide with National Read More

PAC 8 Community Media Center: Jan. 16–22, 2025

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PAC 8 News:

PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.

For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.

PAC 8 Television schedule for Jan. 16-22, 2025:

Friday, Jan. 16, 2026

  • 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
  • 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
  • 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 1-06-26
  • 4 p.m. — Democracy Now!
  • 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
  • 6 p.m. — Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce “New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax”
  • 7 p.m. — PAC 8 Summer Media Classes
  • 8 p.m.
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LAPS Staff Participate In Inclusive Practices Training

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Los Alamos High School teachers Alaina Agnew and Tianmei Seet participated in the Inclusive Practices training. Courtesy/LAPS

PCG representatives Rob Frantum-Allen and Tamara Hall facilitated the Inclusive Practices training for LAPS staff. Courtesy/LAPS

Barranca Mesa Elementary School Teacher Secilli Keeler, said, ‘It was amazing to be a part of a professional development that brings true inclusive practices to the forefront of every educator at LAPS.’ Courtesy/LAPS

LAPS News:

Twenty-seven Los Alamos Public Schools teachers, principals, instructional coaches and special education Read More