HECTOR of the Week
Staff - Mr. Montoya is a hardworking, reliable, positive asset to our staff. His resilience and camaraderie with students
and staff make him
JH - Johnny Bradshaw - Johnny has a great attitude in class. He works hard, asks questions when he doesn't understand
something and produces quality work. We enjoy having Johnny in our classes.
HS - Our HECTOR of the Week is Zachary Gallegos. Zachary consistently demonstrates success through his daily hard
work in geometry class. He is highly coachable and responds respectfully when reminded about classroom expectations,
such as putting away electronics. Zachary is a true model for others—he stays attentive, asks thoughtful questions, and is
always willing to help his classmates.
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Staff - Mr. Montoya is a hardworking, reliable, positive asset to our staff. His resilience and camaraderie with students
and staff make him
JH - Johnny Bradshaw - Johnny has a great attitude in class. He works hard, asks questions when he doesn't understand
something and produces quality work. We enjoy having Johnny in our classes.
HS - Our HECTOR of the Week is Zachary Gallegos. Zachary consistently demonstrates success through his daily hard
work in geometry class. He is highly coachable and responds respectfully when reminded about classroom expectations,
such as putting away electronics. Zachary is a true model for others—he stays attentive, asks thoughtful questions, and is
always willing to help his classmates.
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Athletes of the Week:
For the girls’ wrestling team, Elizabeth Gallegos is our athlete of the week. She was crowned the Tiara Challenge champion this
weekend beating 3 returning state placers.
For the boys’ wrestling team, Orion is our athlete of the week. Orion has had a couple good weeks of practice and competition
winning All-Conference 1st team honors at the SFL tournament, winning the Skyview Invitational and a runner-up finish
in La Junta.
HS Basketball
Nicholas Duran - He has worked hard all year and is a very dependable factor on game day. Keep up the good work.
Sophomore Mayela Magana continues to improve every day and shine in all aspects of the game. Her leadership and
dedication are a huge asset to the team!
For the girls’ wrestling team, Elizabeth Gallegos is our athlete of the week. She was crowned the Tiara Challenge champion this
weekend beating 3 returning state placers.
For the boys’ wrestling team, Orion is our athlete of the week. Orion has had a couple good weeks of practice and competition
winning All-Conference 1st team honors at the SFL tournament, winning the Skyview Invitational and a runner-up finish
in La Junta.
HS Basketball
Nicholas Duran - He has worked hard all year and is a very dependable factor on game day. Keep up the good work.
Sophomore Mayela Magana continues to improve every day and shine in all aspects of the game. Her leadership and
dedication are a huge asset to the team!
Jan 26 JH/HS announcements
Booster Club presented HS Winter Athletes with a treat after the Winter Sports Assembly last Thursday!
Due to the projected temps and snow LASD will be on a 2 hour delay tomorrow. Students report at 9:45 am - No breakfast will be served. Jumpstart Daycare will open at 9:30 am and Preschool at 9:45 am. (Buses will run 2 hours late)
Hoehne has cancelled the JH tgirls tournament for tomorrow (Saturday Jan. 24).due to inclement weather. The tournament will not be rescheduled.
High School Basketball - Friday, Jan 23 vs Walsenburg will be rescheduled to a later date.
2026 Winter Sports Royalty was crowned by Mr. Trojan, Kree Wallace at tonight’s basketball game! Congratulations to Prince & Princess - Braley Spitz and Nylah Flores and Queen & King Emma Russell and Logan Servaes. 💙🤍
High School Basketball tonight at 4 pm vs Holly (No JV girls) - Theme is: "Charge the Wildcats in your HECTOR Armor - wear your Trojan or HECTOR shirt" Winter Sports Royalty will be crowned between Varsity games
Info on the HS Boys JV Basketball Tournament in Springfield on Friday, Jan 23:
CONCESSION STAND: A full concession stand, provided by STA, will be available for the entirety of the event. Please advise your fans that only popcorn and water is allowed in the gym.
ADMISSION PRICES:
Adults $5.00
Students (K-12) $3.00
Sr. Citizens FREE
CONCESSION STAND: A full concession stand, provided by STA, will be available for the entirety of the event. Please advise your fans that only popcorn and water is allowed in the gym.
ADMISSION PRICES:
Adults $5.00
Students (K-12) $3.00
Sr. Citizens FREE
Ms. Ashley & Ms. Yaz's class celebrated Winter Sports Week by doing a Basketball craft. Pre-K is a slam dunk!
Tomorrow at the HS Basketball game is the last day to donate to the Jr. High Military Drive for their care package donations: they appreciate all your support!
Thank a School Board Member
January is School Board Recognition Month and Las Animas School District is joining other districts across the state to thank these community volunteers for their commitment and contributions to our public schools.
January is School Board Recognition Month and Las Animas School District is joining other districts across the state to thank these community volunteers for their commitment and contributions to our public schools.
The Las Animas Hooded Long Sleeve Tees just dropped, and for a limited time you’ll save $5 per shirt. Order now and get free shipping over $75 while supplies last.
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Winter Sports Candidates were recognized tonight at the Wrestling Tri - Royalty will be crowned Thursday between the HS Basketball Varsity games.
Attention High School Students: Santa Fe Trail Square Dance Practice will begin on Feb. 8 from 1 -2:30 pm in the HS Cafeteria. We'll have an earlier and shorter practice so we can be done by the Super Bowl game. Starting Feb. 15th - practices will be from 2- 4 pm. Bring a friend and come have some fun!!!
Come support our HS Wrestlers at their Winter Sports Tri starting at 4 pm today!
LASD Board Meeting changed to: January 30th
Athletes of the Week
Boys Basketball:
Luis Cadenas Ayala - Luis has been a positive addition to the team this year. He has been a leader through hard work and coachability. He shows up consistently and can be depended on as an athlete. Keep working hard Luis!
Girls Basketball:
Makayla Marfil is the athlete of the week. She is a hard worker and pushes herself to do better. She comes into the game ready to play and fills the roles she needs to
Boys Basketball:
Luis Cadenas Ayala - Luis has been a positive addition to the team this year. He has been a leader through hard work and coachability. He shows up consistently and can be depended on as an athlete. Keep working hard Luis!
Girls Basketball:
Makayla Marfil is the athlete of the week. She is a hard worker and pushes herself to do better. She comes into the game ready to play and fills the roles she needs to
Please note a schedule update for this Friday’s HS Basketball games. Walsenburg will not have a JV girls team.
The updated schedule is as follows:
JV Boys: 3:30 PM
Varsity Girls: to follow
Varsity Boys: to follow
The updated schedule is as follows:
JV Boys: 3:30 PM
Varsity Girls: to follow
Varsity Boys: to follow
