Jr. High Volleyball Athletes of the Week:
Azoriah Martinez's dedication to practice is truly paying off, as she seamlessly integrates every skill she learns into the game.
Tanaya Ethridge's growth mindset and exceptional teamwork abilities make her a standout player, consistently delivering
outstanding results during games.
LA Chenilles - $5.00 at JH/HS office
High School Student Council Officers and their sponsor, Mrs. Carly Koch went to the La Junta radio station this morning to talk about Homecoming Week.
Athlete of the Week for HS Football:
Defense: Braydon Ortiz had a great defensive game with 8 total tackles, 4 tackles for a loss, with one being a sack.
Offense: Orion Martinez played tough against McClave with 22 carries for 68 yards rushing.
High School Volleyball Athletes of the Week:
V: Emma Russell - After needing someone to step up and fulfill the role of a middle hitter and blocker, Emma Russel did so without hesitation. She came in aggressive and worked hard to do her job in the front row. She is a great teammate and has been very coachable. Keep it up, Emma!
JV: Bree Tyler
C: Bria Gardner
JH/HS Announcements for 10/14:
Grief Workshop Group has changed to a new day: it will now be held on Tuesdays
JH Pure Gold Members enjoyed their PB&J party today! 👍
Las Animas HOCO Schedule for the week:
Burning of the LA- Wednesday @ 6:30 PM
Parade- Thursday @ 10 AM rolling throughout town (regular parade route)
Pep Rally- Thursday afternoon, 1:15 PM, Everyone is welcome to participate!
Volleyball vs Rocky Ford @ 3:30 p.m. (JV/Var) - Thursday
FREE Tailgate Party @ Football Field following VB game!
Football vs Rocky Ford - 7 pm - Thursday
Crowning of the HOCO Royalty - after the FB Game
HOCO Dance - Friday @ 8 pm (HS students)
Staff - Mr. Bullock. I appreciate everything he does for our students and making sure their safety always comes first. His thoughtfulness and generosity empower us.
HS - Deon Wilson is our choice. He is an extremely smart, but humble person. He is respectful and self motivated to do his best every day. He is truly HECTOR and a great role model for his peers.
JH - Aubrie Gonzales-Aubrie has had a great start this year. The quality of her classroom is fantastic. She is very respectful to her teachers and peers. She shows excellence in the effort she puts forth. We are all proud of how Aubrie shows HECTOR everywhere. (come to the office for a picture)
High School Fall Athletes: if you took your picture for the Homecoming Trading Cards, we will go over to the elementary right after lunch on Wednesday. Meet Ms. Waring in the cafeteria after lunch to pick up your trading cards and to load on the buses.
Mr. Montoya's 8th grade science classes are studying plant and animal cells. This is their amazing work!
Tomorrow's JV football game with Leoti Kansas has been cancelled
2024 Homecoming Royalty Candidates: Royalty will be crowned after the football game on Thursday, 10/17
It's Homecoming Week! ALL students and staff at Las Animas School District are encouraged to dress up and participate.
Destination Imagination (DI) Information meeting for all students K-12 or if you are interested in managing a team: Oct. 29th @ 5:30 p.m. in LAES cafeteria
Emma, Remia and Luis were recognized at the HS assembly for their participation on the Opioid Reduction Mural Project at Bent County Public Health.
Jr. High Pure Gold Members: Our next meeting is Monday, Oct. 14. We will have a P B & J lunch party! If you want to get a lunch tray in addition to eating at the meeting, go to the front of the line and ask for a disposable tray. Meet Ms. Waring in the commons area of the Jr. High.
Parents/Guardians: you are invited to attend a FREE presentation on the BEN Model (Basic Emotional Needs)
Parents/Guardians: Save the dates for these 1 hour presentations:
