Empower Together Mentoring Field trip for JH/HS students to Top Golf in Colorado Springs on Nov. 15 - ( Space is limited - get you permission forms back ASAP if you want to go) Pick up and return permission forms to the High School office by noon on Thursday, Oct 24th - we'll fill the spaces on a first come first serve basis. The original permission form must be filled out and turned in.
Las Animas High School Veterans Day Program - everyone is welcome!
Trick or Tee your family to a custom Las Animas T-shirt! All short sleeve T-shirts are $5 off site wide!! Use code BOO5 at checkout! https://1stplace.sale/16092
Nicholas Duran is the athlete of the week against McClave. Duran had two crucial catches, totaling 31 yards, to put the Trojans in scoring position of friday. Defensively Duran had 3 total tackles, and 1 interception for 37 yards.
Ava LaBarge is the volleyball athlete of the week. She has consistently shown what it means to be a team player as she has stepped into many new roles. Ava always puts the team first. Her leadership and communication on the court help set the tone for success. Keep it up!
HECTOR of the Week
Staff - Mrs. Elisha Garcia for Hector of the week due to her exceptional commitment to our school community and students.
Her tireless work ethic is evident in all aspects of her role. She consistently exhibits professionalism in her interactions
with parents, staff, and when answering phone calls.
JH - Annabelle-Annabelle is a great addition to LA Junior High. She has a bubbly personality. She greets adults with a
smile and a fun handshake everyday. She adds a lot to class discussions with her knowledge. She does extra work for
classes, and she serves as a teacher's aide when needed. We are very proud of Annabelle and the way she shows
HECTOR."
HS - Seriah Martinez is stepping up as a senior academic leader. In food science she leads her team in the kitchen and in
English and Geography she steps up to the standards that she knows are set for her. She is always coachable, tolerant of
others, and honest to a T.
Staff - Mrs. Elisha Garcia for Hector of the week due to her exceptional commitment to our school community and students.
Her tireless work ethic is evident in all aspects of her role. She consistently exhibits professionalism in her interactions
with parents, staff, and when answering phone calls.
JH - Annabelle-Annabelle is a great addition to LA Junior High. She has a bubbly personality. She greets adults with a
smile and a fun handshake everyday. She adds a lot to class discussions with her knowledge. She does extra work for
classes, and she serves as a teacher's aide when needed. We are very proud of Annabelle and the way she shows
HECTOR."
HS - Seriah Martinez is stepping up as a senior academic leader. In food science she leads her team in the kitchen and in
English and Geography she steps up to the standards that she knows are set for her. She is always coachable, tolerant of
others, and honest to a T.
JH/HS Announcements for 10/20
Don’t forget to visit the Scholastic Book Fair during Progress Conferences - Everyone is welcome 🤗
Hey Junior High & High School Students!
We’ve got something fun planned for you next Thursday, Oct. 23rd—right after school at the elementary school! 🎉
Come hang out and:
✨ Be a mentor to an elementary student
🎬 Watch a movie together
🎨 Do a craft
🍪 Grab a snack
If you’re in sports, your coaches already know about this activity - please talk to them about attending. (E-Sports does have a couple matches that they will do first).
This is an awesome way to give back, be a role model, and have a good time with our younger Trojans! 💙
Questions: contact Ms. Waring, Mrs. Pointon or Mr. Japhet
See you next Thursday! 🙌
We’ve got something fun planned for you next Thursday, Oct. 23rd—right after school at the elementary school! 🎉
Come hang out and:
✨ Be a mentor to an elementary student
🎬 Watch a movie together
🎨 Do a craft
🍪 Grab a snack
If you’re in sports, your coaches already know about this activity - please talk to them about attending. (E-Sports does have a couple matches that they will do first).
This is an awesome way to give back, be a role model, and have a good time with our younger Trojans! 💙
Questions: contact Ms. Waring, Mrs. Pointon or Mr. Japhet
See you next Thursday! 🙌
LASD Staff Spotlight:
Hey Elementary Students! 🎉
Come meet a Junior High or High School Mentor and have some fun!
You’ll get to:
🎬 Watch a movie
🎨 Make a craft
🍪 Enjoy a yummy snack
📅 Thursday, Oct. 23rd
📍 After school at LAES
We can’t wait to see you there! 🙌✨
Come meet a Junior High or High School Mentor and have some fun!
You’ll get to:
🎬 Watch a movie
🎨 Make a craft
🍪 Enjoy a yummy snack
📅 Thursday, Oct. 23rd
📍 After school at LAES
We can’t wait to see you there! 🙌✨
Esports Update: Max played a big game today. He is ranked 6th and played a team ranked 3rd in the mountain region, he won 68-33 and is now ranked 1st in the mountain region, that's a very impressive accomplishment, good job and keep up the good work.
It’s National Boss’s Day! 🎉
Today we celebrate the amazing leaders of LASD — Mr. Melster, Superintendent; Mrs. Addie Wallace, JH/HS Principal; Mrs. Lana Gardner, LAES Principal; and Ms. Amy Deatherage, ELC Director.
We truly appreciate their dedication, leadership, and the countless ways they support our students, staff, and community every day. Thank you for all you do! 💙✨
Today we celebrate the amazing leaders of LASD — Mr. Melster, Superintendent; Mrs. Addie Wallace, JH/HS Principal; Mrs. Lana Gardner, LAES Principal; and Ms. Amy Deatherage, ELC Director.
We truly appreciate their dedication, leadership, and the countless ways they support our students, staff, and community every day. Thank you for all you do! 💙✨
Esports Update: 👍 Smash bros team with the win 3-1 against Pueblo East and Travis, Jason and Nate played today!!!! Good job guys we are 2-2 now!!
Jr. High & High School Families - Save The Date for a fun night of BINGO 🎉. Bring a new unwrapped toy to receive a special game card (toys will be donated to the Bent County Christmas Angel Project)
High School Football Theme for Oct 17: Football Jersey
The JH football game scheduled for Friday Oct 17th at 4 pm vs McClave has been cancelled.
Las Animas Board of Education - Board Agenda for 10/15
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Sale Details:
Sale Dates: Oct 13th - Oct 19th
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Sale Details:
Sale Dates: Oct 13th - Oct 19th
$10 off all long sleeve tees and crewnecks with code COZY10
Free shipping on orders over $75
Braydon Ortiz is my player of the week. Braydon was very efficient on offense on Friday against Holly. He went 16 for 18 passing for 190 yards and 3 touchdowns. Braydon also had four 2 point conversions. On the defensive side Ortiz helped stop the run game with 3 total tackles with 2 tackles for loss.
