Education

Glisten Honors Locals Making A Difference

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From left, Suzanne Lynne, 2026 Los Alamos Public Schools Teacher of the Year Beth Combs and Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar Owner Anesia Cope celebrate Combs’ award with a pre-selected service at the local spa. Courtesy/Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar

Los Alamos Public Schools 2026 Classified Employee of the Year Claire Schappert, left, is recognized by Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar Owner Anesia Cope. Courtesy/Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar

Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar News:

Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar at 1789 Central Ave #6 recently launched a new quarterly community recognition program to celebrate individuals Read More

New Mexico Posts One Of Nation’s Largest FAFSA Completion Gains 

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NMHED News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico achieved one of the largest year-over-year FAFSA completion increases in the country this year, joining just three other states to hit a 20% gain as national completion rates reached an all-time high.  

The National College Attainment Network (NCAN) reported that 54.7% of high school seniors nationwide completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as of May 1, nearly two months ahead of the June 30 benchmark. New Mexico stands out as one of only four states, alongside Alaska, Arizona and Florida—to record at least a 20% increase over last year, Read More

JROMC’s 53rd Oppenheimer Memorial Lecture To Feature Internationally Known Space Scientist Dr. Dante S. Lauretta

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OSIRIS-REx launches from Cape Canaveral. Courtesy/United Launch Alliance

JROMC News:

The J. Robert Oppenheimer Memorial Committee (JROMC) announces its 53rd Annual Public Lecture is 7 p.m. Monday, June 22, at Duane Smith Auditorium in Los Alamos.

In this free lecture, “Origins of Our Solar System: The NASA OSIRIS-REx Mission,” Dr. Dante S. Lauretta will discuss his work as the Principal Investigator of NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission. 

OSIRIS-REx, a robotic spacecraft, traveled to near-Earth asteroid Bennu to collect and study carbon-based compounds that date from the very earliest times Read More

New Mexico Grow Project Grant Awards Support Hands-On Agricultural Learning Across The State

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NMFLB News:

The New Mexico Grow Project Grant is a partnership between Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in New Mexico and New Mexico Agriculture in the Classroom (NMAITC).

The program helps educators and students make meaningful connections to agriculture and natural resources through hands-on, standards-based learning experiences that build critical thinking and real-world problem-solving skills.

Grant recipients receive a fully assembled raised garden bed with drip irrigation, a classroom hydroponic system, growing supplies, specialized trainings, ongoing Read More

Legislative Education Study Committee To Meet May 27-29

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LESC News:

SANTA FE — The Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC) will meet May 27-29 in Raton. The three-day meeting will convene lawmakers and state education officials to discuss ongoing public education initiatives and legislative priorities.

Day 1 – May 27, 2026

  • LESC will begin its May hearings with a community welcome from Superintendent Kristie Medina of Raton Municipal Schools. The committee will also hear presentations on artificial intelligence in public education and implications for New Mexico, a panel of local superintendents discussing current initiatives and priorities,
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New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau Awards 2026 Memorial Scholarships To Three Students Demonstrating Excellence

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NMFLB News:

The New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau (NMFLB) has awarded its 2026 Memorial Scholarships to three outstanding New Mexico students who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, agricultural involvement, and community service.

Recipients include Wyatt Curry of Roswell, Alison Poling of Des Moines, and Denny Turner of Texico.

Wyatt Curry of Roswell will graduate from Goddard High School in May 2026 while simultaneously earning an Associate’s Degree in University Studies from Eastern New Mexico University. He earned Dean’s List honors during Fall 2024, Read More

Scenes From 2026 Senior Appreciation Night

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Scene from The Family YMCA’s 2026 Senior Appreciation Night (SAN) event Saturday in downtown Los Alamos. Los Alamos High School (LAHS) seniors were invited to celebrate a night dedicated just for them, starting at Fuller Lodge. This special annual event honored graduating seniors with an evening full of fun, community, and celebration. Attendees enjoyed activities throughout the night and had the opportunity to be entered into a raffle featuring a variety of exciting prizes. Organizers encouraged all seniors in the community to attend and take part in this memorable send-off as they prepare

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Kiwanis Hears Inspirational Talk From LAHS Student Celia Pesiri On Time As Salaam Shalom U.S. Peace Ambassador

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Los Alamos High School student Celia Pesiri presents a talk on May 11 to the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos about her experience as a Salaam Shalom U.S. Peace Ambassador. Courtesy/Kiwanis

By KARIN CHURCH
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos

On Monday, May 11, the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos was inspired by a presentation from Los Alamos High School student Celia Pesiri about her experience as a Salaam Shalom U.S. Peace Ambassador.

Tomorrow’s Women, a 501(c)(3) organization founded in Santa Fe in 2003 to bring young Israeli and Palestinian women together, offers New Mexico high school students the opportunity Read More