Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some questions that have been asked by many parents when enrolling their student(s). If you have any additional questions not answered below, please don't hesitate to email or call!
What is the purpose of summer school?
At summer school, we strive to help students grow in confidence and have an academic boost. As a result, we focus on foundational skills tied to reading and math in a relaxed format. We also incorporate games, hands-on learning, and science experiments. Each student will also have access to either an ipad or a chromebook. We intentionally limit the time spent on computers.
Who is eligible to attend summer school?
While teachers recommend that specific students attend summer school, the program is open to all K-6 students who currently attend Los Alamos Public Schools. There is no cost to attend. Registration is open. Link: Summer School 2023 Registration
What are the attendance expectations?
In an effort to respect both the staff and the other students, we ask that if you sign up for the program, please commit to attending on a regular basis. Attendance will also be incentivized.
When and where will summer school be located this year?
Summer School will be at Mountain Elementary. The address is 2280 North Road, The program will run from Mondays to Fridays, beginning on June 5th, and concluding on June 30th. There is no school on June 19. Students attend from 8:30AM to 12:00PM.
What does lunch look like?
Depending on what each student’s afternoon looks like, they are welcome to pack a sack lunch. The school will not be providing lunch.
What about after school? What are the options?
The YMCA offers an after school program. They are located at the same school site as summer school. We will walk your children over to the YMCA at the end of the summer school day. More information about the YMCA program can be found here: https://laymca.org/summer
What busses are available?
At this time, Atomic City is experiencing a driver shortage and does not have an express route planned. Parents should plan to provide transportation for the students that liven Los Alamos.
White Rock students can ride a school bus to/from Pinon Elementary each day. Transportation has adjusted the White Rock bus times. The new pick up time at Pinon will be at 8AM. The new drop off time at Pinon will be at 12:30.
If you have any questions about transportation, please see their website for more information.
https://www.laschools.net/departments/transportation
Here is a link to the Atomic City Transit website with their current routes:https://www.losalamosnm.us/government/departments/public_works/atomic_city_transit/routes___schedules
What will the curriculum look like?
Please click on the curriculum tab at the top of the screen for more information, as well as links for learning that you can check out at home. There will not be assigned homework.
What will drop off and pick up look like?
Please use the road by Mountain school for drop off. We will have staff members including crossing guards out before and after school to help guide. Pick up and drop off are not allowed on side streets.
What will special education, ancillary, and other services look like?
Each year, we hire staff to fill these roles. For specific questions, please contact Liz Meek, the Assistant Coordinator of Student Services at e.meek@laschools.net
How big will my students’ class be, and what supports are there?
In general each class has about 10-15 students. Each class also receives IA support. Last year, we had about 150 total students attend as part of the program.