Education

Quemazon Montessori School Gets New Owners

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After almost 25 years, Quemazon Montessori School is getting new owners. Tammy Tucker is selling the school to Quemazon Community Childcare, a newly formed nonprofit organization. Courtesy photo

A student enjoys a snack at Quemazon Montessori School. Courtesy photo

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

After almost 25 years Quemazon Montessori School, 4600 Esperanza, is getting new ownership. Owner Tammy Tucker is selling the school to Quemazon Community Childcare, a newly formed nonprofit organization. Though the nonprofit has a unique name, the school Read More

Father Theophan Mackey: ‘High Expectations’

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View of circle vases covered in plastic to slow drying and let moisture in the clay equalize. Courtesy photo

By Father Theophan Mackey
Rector
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church

Happy new year to you all!

It has been an exciting year in the last two weeks. While taking a month-long hiatus from teaching pottery at the Arts Council, I was selected (read: volunteered) to teach “The Theology of the Icon” to our seminary’s MDiv students this Spring semester. We celebrated Christmas on January 6th and 7th, because we are on the Old Calendar (Julian) and thirteen days behind everyone else. And we are now Read More

Explore The Universe In Stunning Detail … PEEC To Present ‘The Vera Rubin Observatory: A Closer Look’ Jan. 16

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The Rubin Observatory located high in the Chilean Andes. Courtesy/PEEC

PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to a special planetarium program, “The Vera Rubin Observatory: A Closer Look”, 7-8 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.), Friday, Jan. 16, at the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium.

This immersive program offers audiences ages 8 and up a rare opportunity to view the first images released by the Vera Rubin Observatory, projected in full dome format.

Located high in the Chilean Andes, the Rubin Observatory will soon begin a decade‑long survey Read More

Deb Haaland Unveils Education Policy Platform And Major Education Endorsement

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U.S. Rep. Deb Haaland

STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Wednesday, Deb Haaland, who is running to be the next governor of New Mexico, announced her full education policy plan and the endorsement of the American Federation of Teachers New Mexico, one of the largest unions in the state. Haaland’s plan includes policies that will build strong readers, support educators and help families support the learners in their households. 

“Every step in a child’s education should open doors for them – from pre-k to grade school to whatever they decide to do after. Our kids can’t do that alone though, they need stability Read More

Tribute To Former LAHS Teacher Mary Lou Williams: Senator Hayne Was Right About States’ Rights In 1830

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By JOCK MILLS
Former LAHS Student
Portland Oregon

When I look back on the 20 years of my formal education, one high school teacher – Mary Louise Williams – stands out in shaping my life. Although I certainly didn’t call her by her first name, “Mary Lou” was a force to behold in E-wing where she presided over many activities and taught social studies. In 1971, I was in her sophomore American history class.

It was not so much the subject – it was the energy she created. She didn’t just spark my interest in politics and public policy – she ignited a flame in me that launched a career that took me to Washington, Read More

Gubernatorial Candidate Bregman On Legislative Session

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Sam Bregman

By SAM BREGMAN
Gubernatorial Candidate
New Mexico

As the Governor and Legislature prepare for New Mexico’s annual legislative session, their two priorities should be clear: protecting New Mexicans from the consequences of the Trump Administration’s policies and safeguarding the health, education, and public safety of every child and family in our state.

The Governor and Legislature took important action by passing emergency funding to address federal healthcare cuts enacted by Trump and the GOP. They also passed free universal child care, easing financial pressure on thousands

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State Broadband Projects To Connect 4,000 Rural Student Households And Other Locations In New Mexico

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STATE News:

LOS LUNAS — State leaders gathered in Los Lunas Monday to celebrate six broadband projects that will connect more than 4,000 homes, businesses and other locations in Valencia and Socorro counties.

The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE), Lt. Gov. Howie Morales, Sen. Angel Charley, Resound Networks, and state and local officials marked the milestone at Valencia High School after OBAE awarded Resound Networks $12.8 million through six state grants. Those broadband projects will connect 4,093 homes, businesses, farms and community anchor institutions. Read More

How To Avoid AI Scams: Share Your Thoughts!

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LADP News:

AI is making scams easier to create and harder to spot.

From deepfake videos and phone calls, scams now look and sound alarmingly real.

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  • The biggest red flags
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  • Simple steps to protect yourself and others

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  • Scammers rely on speed – not facts.
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From Athens To Artificial Intelligence (AI): Thinking Revolutions Are Still Blooming In Education

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By Mark MacInnes
Los Alamos

By Socrates, in the fifth century BC, engaged Athens’ young intellectuals in the agora, the public square, with provocative ‘little questions’ like: ‘What is truth?’ When questioned in this manner, some influential critics, including city leaders, were distressed by the rhetoric, which ultimately led to Socrates’s trial and execution. He died defending the principle of free inquiry into any idea, regardless of how sacred it may seem.

Plato, one of Socrates’ students, preserved some of Socrates’ dialogues not because they reached conclusions Read More