Next Saturday! Everyone is invited to come tailgate before the HOCO Football Game! FREE Trojan Shirts and food....until we run out.
LAHS Homecoming is next week! Everyone is encouraged to participate and dress up! The parade will be Thursday at 10 am (regular parade route)
Here's some AR info from Ms. Vida (look for the complete article in the Bent County Democrat coming soon) Here are some pics of this year's decorations (Welcome to the Jungle) and some of past years.......
For the past 20 years Las Animas Elementary School’s hallway has been a passage into the life of independent reading for students, inspiring them to read as they journey through different worlds. The students of LAES are immersed in the creativity, art, and hard work of our teachers and staff who design, create, and decorate sections of the main hall. This is our school’s tracker for students’ progress toward their individualized goal reached by independently reading, then earning points after accurately passing a comprehension quiz on Accelerated Reader.
Accelerated Reader (AR) is the program used to manage student data and measure the accuracy of the AR tests they’ve taken.
Here are the stats from last year:
Last year there were 30,466 checked-out books, so in the 20 years the AR Hallway has supported approximately 609,320 check-outs.
225 students per year reading an average of 30 minutes a night for 145 school days is 978,750 minutes read..that’s almost a million minutes of reading!
Finally, the total number of life lessons, memorable characters, historical tales, informative articles, or living the imaginary life of inspirational heroes is immeasurable.
For the past 20 years Las Animas Elementary School’s hallway has been a passage into the life of independent reading for students, inspiring them to read as they journey through different worlds. The students of LAES are immersed in the creativity, art, and hard work of our teachers and staff who design, create, and decorate sections of the main hall. This is our school’s tracker for students’ progress toward their individualized goal reached by independently reading, then earning points after accurately passing a comprehension quiz on Accelerated Reader.
Accelerated Reader (AR) is the program used to manage student data and measure the accuracy of the AR tests they’ve taken.
Here are the stats from last year:
Last year there were 30,466 checked-out books, so in the 20 years the AR Hallway has supported approximately 609,320 check-outs.
225 students per year reading an average of 30 minutes a night for 145 school days is 978,750 minutes read..that’s almost a million minutes of reading!
Finally, the total number of life lessons, memorable characters, historical tales, informative articles, or living the imaginary life of inspirational heroes is immeasurable.
LAES Families: This Sunday 🎣🐟
Staff Spotlight:
Las Animas School District was spotlighted 2 times in the Colorado Department of Education 2025 Promising Practice Book !
There will be an FFA Meeting tonight at 7:00 pm!
Jr. High Volleyball Tournament @ Lamar on Sept. 13:
⛳️The Las Animas Trojan Golf Team played in the Santa Fe League Tournament today in Colorado City at Holly Dot Golf Course. There were 78 golfers total. All players did well. Results: Matthew Dowell shot a 93 and placed 23rd. Kree Wallace shot a 97 and placed 30th. Logan Serves shot a 115 and placed 61st. Isaiah Gallegos shot a 129 and placed 71st.
Go Trojans!!!
Go Trojans!!!
Athlete of the Week for football, Orion Martinez had a great night against Walsenburg Friday. Orion had 246 yards
rushing with 4 touchdowns on offense. Defensively Orion had 7 solo tackles along with 4 assists.
rushing with 4 touchdowns on offense. Defensively Orion had 7 solo tackles along with 4 assists.
The Trojan Golf Team competed at the Rye Invite on 9/4. All golfers played well, and huge improvement has been showing, the scores are as follows. Kree Wallace 99 (53rd) Matthew Dowell 103 (56th) Logan Servaes 105 (59th) Hunter Pryor 128 (78th). The Trojans will compete at the SFL tournament at Rye the 9th. Go Trojans!!
School Pictures are on Tuesday, September 23rd!
Special Board Meeting - Wednesday, Sept 10
Good Luck Jr. High Volleyball players - they travel to Fowler today!
Thanks Ms. Keonna for sharing!
BOCES will be coming to read a story with the pre-k room once a month! This month they read “Goldilocks and the Three Bears” afterwards we did 2 fun activities! A color bear sort and a tear and paste activity! The kids had a blast! Thank you BOCES for the fun.
BOCES will be coming to read a story with the pre-k room once a month! This month they read “Goldilocks and the Three Bears” afterwards we did 2 fun activities! A color bear sort and a tear and paste activity! The kids had a blast! Thank you BOCES for the fun.
FINAL DAY! The Las Animas Back-to-School Sale ends TOMORROW! Order your spirit wear at 25% OFF sitewide. Free shipping on orders over $75! Order NOW! https://1stplace.sale/16092
Sale Dates: 8/4/2025 - 9/9/2025
25% off all merchandise
Free shipping on orders over $75
Sale Dates: 8/4/2025 - 9/9/2025
25% off all merchandise
Free shipping on orders over $75
HECTOR of the Week
JH -Tanaya is always reliable. She does whatever she is asked to do with a positive attitude. Tanaya is also a tough
competitor in athletics, and she represents our schools well in sports. She treats people with respect and compassion. She
delivers as a student, an athlete, and a citizen. We are all very proud of Tanaya's presence and efforts in our school!"
HS - Zereyah Hernandez has grown to become quite the leader in academics and athletics. She is a great help to the
students around her and leads her in-class groups without seeking attention or direction. She steps up when needed
without being asked.
Staff - Mrs. Armstrong is very passionate about her job and shows optimism by always being the first person to
volunteer her help. What she does for this school doesn't go unnoticed, especially from the people she helps. For this
reason, she is the nomination for HECTOR of the week.
JH -Tanaya is always reliable. She does whatever she is asked to do with a positive attitude. Tanaya is also a tough
competitor in athletics, and she represents our schools well in sports. She treats people with respect and compassion. She
delivers as a student, an athlete, and a citizen. We are all very proud of Tanaya's presence and efforts in our school!"
HS - Zereyah Hernandez has grown to become quite the leader in academics and athletics. She is a great help to the
students around her and leads her in-class groups without seeking attention or direction. She steps up when needed
without being asked.
Staff - Mrs. Armstrong is very passionate about her job and shows optimism by always being the first person to
volunteer her help. What she does for this school doesn't go unnoticed, especially from the people she helps. For this
reason, she is the nomination for HECTOR of the week.
The Athlete of the week for Cross Country is Deon Wilson. Deon continues to cut time at every meet, while claiming the
entire time he hates running. He consistently meets or beats his goal for meets and is a joy to have on the team.
Congratulations, Deon!
Johanna is our Athlete of the Week for her resilience and strong performance. Coming off an injury, she stepped up and
played two solid games, showing determination, grit, and leadership on the court. Great work, Johanna!
entire time he hates running. He consistently meets or beats his goal for meets and is a joy to have on the team.
Congratulations, Deon!
Johanna is our Athlete of the Week for her resilience and strong performance. Coming off an injury, she stepped up and
played two solid games, showing determination, grit, and leadership on the court. Great work, Johanna!
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