Jump Start Learning Center will not have preschool classes on April 23, 2026. We will still be open for daycare.
We are doing pre-k enrollment for the 26-27 school year. If your child will be joining us next year for preschool, please come see us. 8:00-3:30
***. There will be no class for current Kindergartners also.
We are doing pre-k enrollment for the 26-27 school year. If your child will be joining us next year for preschool, please come see us. 8:00-3:30
***. There will be no class for current Kindergartners also.
Congratulations to Las Animas Jr. High 7th grader Bobby Rich on qualifying for the Archery In School National Competition! Bobby will represent Las Animas this Saturday morning in Sandy, Utah, competing at approximately 11:00 a.m.
We wish Bobby the very best of luck as he takes aim on the national stage! A big thank you as well to his dedicated coaches and supporters—Mrs. Karla Linenberger, head coach, and Mr. Jeff Linenberger; coach , and Mr. Jim Collins; coach —for helping guide and encourage our student-athletes.
Good luck, Bobby—we are proud of you! 🎯🏹
We wish Bobby the very best of luck as he takes aim on the national stage! A big thank you as well to his dedicated coaches and supporters—Mrs. Karla Linenberger, head coach, and Mr. Jeff Linenberger; coach , and Mr. Jim Collins; coach —for helping guide and encourage our student-athletes.
Good luck, Bobby—we are proud of you! 🎯🏹
Thank you First Insurance and Cosme Gallegos for the new tent!!!
🌟 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🌟
Today we proudly celebrate our incredible Administrative Assistants! This day honors the secretaries, administrative assistants, receptionists, and all office staff whose dedication is essential to our workplace productivity and organizational success.
It’s a special time to recognize the critical role these professionals play in managing daily operations, scheduling, communication, and overall office efficiency. They are truly the gears that keep our school, students, and families moving forward.
Thank you for everything you do—your hard work makes all the difference! 💛📎🗂️📞
Today we proudly celebrate our incredible Administrative Assistants! This day honors the secretaries, administrative assistants, receptionists, and all office staff whose dedication is essential to our workplace productivity and organizational success.
It’s a special time to recognize the critical role these professionals play in managing daily operations, scheduling, communication, and overall office efficiency. They are truly the gears that keep our school, students, and families moving forward.
Thank you for everything you do—your hard work makes all the difference! 💛📎🗂️📞
Las Animas School Board Meeting Agenda for April 22nd
Athlete of the Week for Girls Track and Field is Audrey Buscenitz. Audrey is slowly but surely recovering from a lingering injury and was finally able to run in her first event on Saturday in Cheyenne Wells. We are proud of her for taking her time in recovery, being patient, and working to compete in the appropriate timeline. (not pictured)
Athlete of the Week for Boys Track and Field is Scott Banister. Scott continues to make improvements in all events. He is ranked in the top 18 for shot put and is knocking on the door in discus as he continues to improve there as well. Scott is also a key member in the boys’ relay that improves each week.
Jesus Lopez - Jesus has been a reliable resource at first base. His growth in digging off target throws has helped produce outs and save runs. He is also on a tear at the plate, hitting .523 with 14 RBI's. He is 4th on the team in runs scored and stolen bases. Keep up the great work!
Athlete of the Week for Boys Track and Field is Scott Banister. Scott continues to make improvements in all events. He is ranked in the top 18 for shot put and is knocking on the door in discus as he continues to improve there as well. Scott is also a key member in the boys’ relay that improves each week.
Jesus Lopez - Jesus has been a reliable resource at first base. His growth in digging off target throws has helped produce outs and save runs. He is also on a tear at the plate, hitting .523 with 14 RBI's. He is 4th on the team in runs scored and stolen bases. Keep up the great work!
Busy Week at the JH/HS!
JH/HS Save The Dates:
HECTOR of the Week
JH - "Haliyah has been showing growth and improvement and is outstanding. She has worked hard to overcome challenges and her progress is inspiring.
HS - Logan Servaes: Logan has been a student leader for the last two years in a number of school facets. He is a student who steps up regardless of who asks and represents HECTOR in and out of school in so many ways we can hardly count: Baseball, NHS President, Prom king, FFA District officer, and the list goes on. We will miss Logan and his shoes will be difficult to fill.
Staff - Mr. Carlos Garcia. Mr. Garcia demonstrates both technical skill and determination daily here at LAHS. He is a talented coach for the e-sports team who builds strong, meaningful relationships with students and helps them grow both competitively and personally. Mr. Garcia is also incredibly reliable as a staff computer technician, consistently resolving technical issues quickly and efficiently. Mr. Garcia continues to model excellence, commitment, and a willingness to support others in every role he takes on. He truly is HECTOR!
JH - "Haliyah has been showing growth and improvement and is outstanding. She has worked hard to overcome challenges and her progress is inspiring.
HS - Logan Servaes: Logan has been a student leader for the last two years in a number of school facets. He is a student who steps up regardless of who asks and represents HECTOR in and out of school in so many ways we can hardly count: Baseball, NHS President, Prom king, FFA District officer, and the list goes on. We will miss Logan and his shoes will be difficult to fill.
Staff - Mr. Carlos Garcia. Mr. Garcia demonstrates both technical skill and determination daily here at LAHS. He is a talented coach for the e-sports team who builds strong, meaningful relationships with students and helps them grow both competitively and personally. Mr. Garcia is also incredibly reliable as a staff computer technician, consistently resolving technical issues quickly and efficiently. Mr. Garcia continues to model excellence, commitment, and a willingness to support others in every role he takes on. He truly is HECTOR!
We invite you to help us celebrate our Senior Class of 2026! 🎓
On Monday, April 27 at 10:00 AM, we will post all senior profiles. If you’d like to “adopt” a senior, simply be the first to comment “Adopt” on their post.
Once matched, the senior will reach out to you with their contact information so you can connect and support them as they finish this exciting chapter.
Thank you for helping us make this a special experience for our seniors!
On Monday, April 27 at 10:00 AM, we will post all senior profiles. If you’d like to “adopt” a senior, simply be the first to comment “Adopt” on their post.
Once matched, the senior will reach out to you with their contact information so you can connect and support them as they finish this exciting chapter.
Thank you for helping us make this a special experience for our seniors!
🎉🤠 Santa Fe Trail Day is Almost Here! 🐎🎉
We hope you can join us for all the fun Santa Fe Trail Festivities on Friday, April 24th!
🎶💃 Enjoy the square dance, awards, and the royalty crowning—it’s a day you won’t want to miss! 👑
📺 Can’t make it in person? No worries!
You can watch it all LIVE on our YouTube Channel:
👉 https://youtube.com/channel/UCxUvlWfJsclxyhoJUhaotXw/live
Grab a seat from wherever you are and join in the celebration! 🎊
🤠 #HappyTrails
We hope you can join us for all the fun Santa Fe Trail Festivities on Friday, April 24th!
🎶💃 Enjoy the square dance, awards, and the royalty crowning—it’s a day you won’t want to miss! 👑
📺 Can’t make it in person? No worries!
You can watch it all LIVE on our YouTube Channel:
👉 https://youtube.com/channel/UCxUvlWfJsclxyhoJUhaotXw/live
Grab a seat from wherever you are and join in the celebration! 🎊
🤠 #HappyTrails
Reminder: Kindergarten Round-Up is coming soon! Preschool registration will also take place the same day @ LAES
We are happy to share that LAES has been recognized by the Colorado Department of Education with a Centers of Excellence Award. We have been invited to accept this recognition on April 28th and will celebrate with our school and community partners & families on May 4th and hope that you can join us. Please see the flyer for the details.
🤠🐎 SANTA FE TRAIL DAY TRIVIA CONTEST 🐎🤠
💰 Want a chance to WIN $50? 💰
Everyone is invited to join the Santa Fe Trail Day Royalty Timeline Trivia Contest!
📅 April 24th
📍 JH/HS Cafeteria
⏰ All Day Long
📝 How to Play:
🤠 Pick up your trivia sheet from the JH/HS Office
🔵 Blue = Community
🟤 Tan = JH/HS Students
✏️ Answer the questions
📥 Turn in your completed entry
💵 Prizes:
🎟️ All correct entries will be entered into a drawing
🏆 1 Community Winner = $50
🏆 1 JH/HS Student Winner = $50
📌 Trail Tips:
📱 Phones/electronics are allowed to look up answers
📜 BUT you must use the Royalty Timeline in the cafeteria to fully complete each question!
🌟 Have fun, test your knowledge, and GOOD LUCK! 🌟
🤠 #HappyTrails 🐎
💰 Want a chance to WIN $50? 💰
Everyone is invited to join the Santa Fe Trail Day Royalty Timeline Trivia Contest!
📅 April 24th
📍 JH/HS Cafeteria
⏰ All Day Long
📝 How to Play:
🤠 Pick up your trivia sheet from the JH/HS Office
🔵 Blue = Community
🟤 Tan = JH/HS Students
✏️ Answer the questions
📥 Turn in your completed entry
💵 Prizes:
🎟️ All correct entries will be entered into a drawing
🏆 1 Community Winner = $50
🏆 1 JH/HS Student Winner = $50
📌 Trail Tips:
📱 Phones/electronics are allowed to look up answers
📜 BUT you must use the Royalty Timeline in the cafeteria to fully complete each question!
🌟 Have fun, test your knowledge, and GOOD LUCK! 🌟
🤠 #HappyTrails 🐎
🎨🖌️ The art classes of Las Animas senior and Junior high participated in the Otero Art Festival in La Junta last week. We entered 100 pieces of art and brought home 29 ribbons, including two top awards. Congratulations to Mr. Harry Marlow and his art students!
Congratulations to LAHS Wrestling Coach, Mr. Sam Vigil! He was honored with the "Bob Smith Coaching Award of Excellence" and was recognized at the LAHS/JH Winter Sports Banquet.
This award is presented to a current Colorado wrestling coach who exemplifies the high standards that Coach Bob Smith established throughout his distinguished coaching career from 1958–2000. It recognizes a coach who goes above and beyond in developing young athletes—not only as competitors, but as individuals of character.
"Your commitment to mentoring student-athletes, your dedication to the sport of wrestling, and your ability to mold young wrestlers into outstanding young ladies and gentlemen truly reflect the spirit and legacy of Coach Smith. The positive impact you continue to have on your athletes, your program, and the broader wrestling community makes you exceptionally deserving of this recognition.
Congratulations on this well-earned honor. We are proud of the work you do and grateful for the example you set each day."
They will have a banquet on May 9th in Colorado Springs where they will honor all of the award winners
This award is presented to a current Colorado wrestling coach who exemplifies the high standards that Coach Bob Smith established throughout his distinguished coaching career from 1958–2000. It recognizes a coach who goes above and beyond in developing young athletes—not only as competitors, but as individuals of character.
"Your commitment to mentoring student-athletes, your dedication to the sport of wrestling, and your ability to mold young wrestlers into outstanding young ladies and gentlemen truly reflect the spirit and legacy of Coach Smith. The positive impact you continue to have on your athletes, your program, and the broader wrestling community makes you exceptionally deserving of this recognition.
Congratulations on this well-earned honor. We are proud of the work you do and grateful for the example you set each day."
They will have a banquet on May 9th in Colorado Springs where they will honor all of the award winners
Thank you, RESADA!
We are incredibly grateful to RESADA for their generous donation of to help us purchase a much-needed pitching machine for our baseball program. Your support makes a lasting impact on our athletes, and we sincerely appreciate Executive Director Steven Martinez and the entire RESADA team for investing in our students and strengthening our programs.
TEAM — Together Everyone Achieves More! ⚾💙
We are incredibly grateful to RESADA for their generous donation of to help us purchase a much-needed pitching machine for our baseball program. Your support makes a lasting impact on our athletes, and we sincerely appreciate Executive Director Steven Martinez and the entire RESADA team for investing in our students and strengthening our programs.
TEAM — Together Everyone Achieves More! ⚾💙
🌟 Santa Fe Trail Day is next Friday! 🌟
Be sure to grab your Ranch Burger Dinner Ticket from any Sophomore student!
🍔 Ranch Burger Meal
📍 LAHS Cafeteria
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
💲 $10 (2nd helping just $3!)
Meal Includes:
• Ranch Burger
• Cowboy Beans
• Chips
• Dessert
• Drink
The Sophomore class truly appreciates your support—this fundraiser helps them sponsor prom!
#HappyTrails
Be sure to grab your Ranch Burger Dinner Ticket from any Sophomore student!
🍔 Ranch Burger Meal
📍 LAHS Cafeteria
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
💲 $10 (2nd helping just $3!)
Meal Includes:
• Ranch Burger
• Cowboy Beans
• Chips
• Dessert
• Drink
The Sophomore class truly appreciates your support—this fundraiser helps them sponsor prom!
#HappyTrails
Coach Lockhart would like to announce the new Cheer Squads for 2026-2027!
Parent meeting info to come!
Parent meeting info to come!
HS SFTD Square Dancers - reminder we will have practice this Thursday night at 6:30 or as soon as your practice is over. A meal will be provided for you. See you Thursday! Regular practice on Sunday, Monday at 6:30 pm (meal provided) and Wednesday evening is dress rehearsal (no meal)
