Education

Topper Volleyball Wins Match Over Espanola Sundevils

by

The Los Alamos hosted a match against the Espanola Sundevils Tuesday in Griffith Gym. The Toppers had a slow start by dropping the first two sets but came back to win the final three set to win the match 3-2. Pictured: Erin Pompeo spikes the ball between Kimberly Griego in the first set. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Sierra Gonzales paying the Libero position digs a serve in the second set. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Dellany Balkey and Maya Graves block a spike attempt by Averi Schultz in the first set. Photo by John McHa/leladailypost.com

Raina Passalacqua and Peyton Labonty Read More

Explore The Possibility Of Life Beyond Earth At Aliens! A Spooky Planetarium Adventure With PEEC

by

PEEC News:

Is life beyond Earth science fiction or science fact? The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to find out at Aliens!, a special planetarium program, 7-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, at the Los Alamos Nature Center.

Led by astrophysicist Kelcey Davis, this exciting, Halloween-season show takes audiences on a spooky journey through the skies in search of friendly neighbors.

Discover astronomy’s fascinating history of “alien hunting”, travel through the solar system to examine the potential for life, and consider the biggest question of all: Are we alone Read More

NMMNHS Family Days To Be Held At Albuquerque Museum

by

NMMNHS News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science’s (NMMNHS) Family Days are returning this fall on the second Saturday of each month, with help from their neighbors at the Albuquerque Museum (2000 Mountain Rd. NW)!

During the museum’s renovation project, NMMNHS monthly family days are shifting to the Albuquerque Museum. From 12–3 p.m., starting Saturday, Oct. 11, join educators from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and explore how science meets art through activities designed for creativity, curiosity and discovery.

The theme of October’s Read More

Darleane C. Hoffman, Pioneering Nuclear Chemist And Trailblazer For Women In Science, Has Passed Away

by

Darleane C. Hoffman Nov. 8, 1926 – Sept. 4, 2025

By ANNE BARANGER
Interim Dean
University of Berkeley

It is with profound sadness that I write to share the news that Darleane C. Hoffman, pioneering nuclear chemist and trailblazer for women in science, has passed away (Sept. 4, 2025) at the age of 98.

Professor Hoffman was born and raised in Iowa. She entered Iowa State College (now Iowa State University), where she first majored in applied art but later changed to chemistry, and there earned her B.S. (1948) and then her Ph.D. (1951) in physical (nuclear) chemistry.

She began her career as a Chemist Read More

Early Voting Now Underway In Los Alamos County

by

Political signs line a section of Rover Boulevard today in White Rock as early voting gets underway at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. Learn more details about early voting here. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Political signs line a section of Trinity Drive today as early voting gets underway at the Municipal Building. Learn more details about early voting here. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

Piñon Elementary Earns 2025 Spark Change Award!

by

LAPS News:

Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) has announced that Piñon Elementary School in White Rock has been awarded a 2025 Spark Change Award.

This is the first year for these awards, launched by the Alumni of the Changemakers Fellowship as a new initiative to honor schools that demonstrate improved student outcomes can be achieved for all students.

Piñon Elementary received recognition for highest performing in mathematics for students with disabilities. This subgroup showed a 34.3 percent proficiency in mathematics in 2023-2024.

“I am thrilled and honored to accept this award on behalf Read More

Ramón Carranza, Jr. Joins Teach+ As Head Of Federal Policy

by

TEACH+ News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. —Teach Plus, a national non-profit that empowers teachers to lead student-centered improvements in policy and practice, announced today that Ramón Carranza, Jr. has been appointed as its new Vice President of Federal Policy. In this role, Ramón will lead the organization’s efforts to shape and advocate for federal policies that support and elevate the teaching profession.

“Ramón brings a wealth of experience and perspective to Teach Plus, having served our country’s education system at the highest levels. As a first-generation college student who started Read More

VAP Free Legal Fair In Santa Fe Oct. 18

by

First Judicial District Pro Bono Committee News:

SANTA FE — The First Judicial District Pro Bono Committee has announced the upcoming Santa Fe Legal Fair, a free legal fair, set to take place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18, at a new location. The fair will take place at the Hotel Glorieta, 750 N St. Francis Drive in Santa Fe.

This community event offers individuals the opportunity to receive free legal consultations with licensed attorneys on a first-come, first-served basis. The fair will feature dedicated sessions for both family law and civil law consultations across a wide range of issues. Read More

New Mexico Offers Up To $80K In Loan Relief For Rural Veterinarians  

by

NMHED News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico veterinarians can now apply for up to $80,000 in student loan repayment through a new state program aimed at expanding animal care in rural communities. 

The Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program, signed into law this year by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, offers debt relief to veterinarians who commit to working in underserved areas for at least four years. Applications opened Oct. 1 and will be accepted through 11:59 p.m.,” Nov. 1.

“Many New Mexicans, especially in rural areas, lack access to veterinary care, Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez Read More