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Otero College Child Development Services for Head Start, Early Head Start and Migrant and Seasonal Head Start.

💜 Support for Caregivers, Without the Overwhelm 💜Join us for our Ripple Project Caregiver & Community Circle on Tuesday,...
06/02/2026

💜 Support for Caregivers, Without the Overwhelm 💜

Join us for our Ripple Project Caregiver & Community Circle on Tuesday, June 9 from 4:30 PM–5:30 PM.

This month's topic focuses on the connection between physical wellbeing and mental health. Families will learn simple outdoor games and activities that encourage movement, connection, and positive wellbeing while spending quality time together.

Date: June 9, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM–5:30 PM
Location: Cole Park
Address: 506 2nd Street Alamosa, CO 81101

Please click the link below to RSVP or email Meghan at [email protected]:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd21WBMcdHNMQ6oytBnXoRlIFNwZIdEhqbAsHw9KGHc2I9eEQ/viewform?usp=header

We look forward to seeing you there!

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💜 Apoyo para Cuidadores, Sin Sentirse Abrumados 💜

Acompáñenos en nuestro Círculo Comunitario y de Cuidadores del Proyecto Ripple el martes 9 de junio de 2026, de 4:30 p. m. a 5:30 p. m.

El tema de este mes se enfoca en la conexión entre el bienestar físico y la salud mental. Las familias aprenderán juegos y actividades sencillas al aire libre que fomentan el movimiento, la conexión familiar y el bienestar positivo mientras disfrutan tiempo de calidad juntos.

Fecha: 9 de junio de 2026
Hora: 4:30 p. m. – 5:30 p. m.
Lugar: Cole Park
Dirección: 506 2nd Street, Alamosa, CO 81101

Por favor, haga clic en el siguiente enlace para confirmar su asistencia (RSVP) o envíe un correo electrónico a Meghan a [email protected]:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd21WBMcdHNMQ6oytBnXoRlIFNwZIdEhqbAsHw9KGHc2I9eEQ/viewform?usp=header

¡Esperamos verlos allí!

Woodruff Memorial Library's 2026 Summer Reading Program Kickoff is just around the corner! This year's theme is "Unearth...
06/01/2026

Woodruff Memorial Library's 2026 Summer Reading Program Kickoff is just around the corner! This year's theme is "Unearth A Story," with a focus on dinosaurs, paleontology, and archaeology. The library has an exciting lineup of programs planned to bring fun and learning to our community throughout the summer.

The library's SRP Teen Volunteer Team includes 15 volunteers who will be assisting with programming activities. Additionally, La Junta City Transit will be transporting three daycares to the library each week, providing greater access to summer learning opportunities for local children.

Woodruff Memorial Library would like to recognize its sponsors, WML Friends and the Early Childhood Council, and thank the many community partners who are providing free programming this summer.

Citizenship Classes with Claudia Terrazas will begin soon and continue through November 9. Please see the attached flyer for additional information.

There are several other events and activities scheduled this month. Please review the attached calendar for a complete listing of programs and opportunities available through Woodruff Memorial Library.

LJ CDS: Room 106 (Ms. Sam) had special guest readers the last week of school. Pictured are Undersheriff Guzman with the ...
05/26/2026

LJ CDS: Room 106 (Ms. Sam) had special guest readers the last week of school. Pictured are Undersheriff Guzman with the Otero County Sheriff's Office, and Brooklyn, Gabby, and Mia, from La Junta High School. Thank you for giving your time to our children!

🌊 Registration Closure Update – Community Circle Finale 🌊Thank you all so much for the overwhelming interest in the Comm...
05/20/2026

🌊 Registration Closure Update – Community Circle Finale 🌊

Thank you all so much for the overwhelming interest in the Community Circle Finale: Summer Connection Event at the La Junta Wipeout Pool!

Due to the incredible community response and limited event capacity, registration for the event is now officially closed. We are truly grateful for the excitement and support families have shown for The Ripple Project and this special summer event. 💙

Families who RSVP’d before registration reached capacity will receive a confirmation email containing their ticket to attend the event. Families who submitted a registration after capacity was reached will also receive an email update letting them know space was no longer available.

Thank you again for being part of such a caring and connected community. We are excited to celebrate connection, calm, fun, and togetherness with all registered families this summer! ☀️💦

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🌊 Actualización del Cierre de Registro – Final de Community Circle 🌊

¡Muchas gracias a todos por el enorme interés en el Evento Final de Community Circle: Summer Connection Event en la piscina La Junta Wipeout Pool!

Debido a la increíble respuesta de la comunidad y al cupo limitado del evento, el registro para el evento está oficialmente cerrado. Estamos muy agradecidos por el entusiasmo y apoyo que las familias han mostrado hacia The Ripple Project y este evento especial de verano. 💙

Las familias que confirmaron su asistencia antes de que se alcanzara la capacidad recibirán un correo electrónico de confirmación con su boleto para asistir al evento. Las familias que enviaron su registro después de que se llenó la capacidad también recibirán un correo electrónico informándoles que ya no había espacio disponible.

Gracias nuevamente por ser parte de una comunidad tan unida y solidaria. ¡Estamos emocionados de celebrar la conexión, la calma, la diversión y el tiempo en comunidad con todas las familias registradas este verano! ☀️💦

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Join us for the Community Circle Finale: Summer Connection Event as part of The Ripple Project at the La Junta Wipeout Pool!

📍 1190 US-50, La Junta, CO 81050
📅 June 22, 2026 06:30 - 08:00 PM

This is a private registration-only event with limited capacity.

To register, please RSVP by emailing [email protected]

Please note:
✔️ Admission will only be permitted for families who complete registration
✔️ Families must receive a confirmation email prior to the event

We are excited to celebrate connection, community, calm, and a fun summer evening with you and your family! 🌊☀️💙

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☀️💦 ¡Están Invitados! 💦☀️

¡Acompáñenos en el Evento Final del Círculo Comunitario: Evento de Conexión de Verano como parte de The Ripple Project en la piscina La Junta Wipeout Pool!

📍 1190 US-50, La Junta, CO 81050
📅 22 de junio de 2026

Este es un evento privado únicamente con registro previo y con cupo limitado.

Para registrarse, confirme su asistencia enviando un correo electrónico a [email protected]

Por favor tome en cuenta:
✔️ La entrada será permitida únicamente a las familias que completen el registro
✔️ Las familias deben recibir un correo electrónico de confirmación antes del evento

¡Estamos emocionados de celebrar la conexión, la comunidad, la calma y una divertida noche de verano con usted y su familia! 🌊☀️💙

Aspiring teachers, ECE professionals, and substitutes—this one’s for you! Connect with Colorado early childhood employer...
04/27/2026

Aspiring teachers, ECE professionals, and substitutes—this one’s for you! Connect with Colorado early childhood employers - including Otero College Child Development Services - at the Colorado Virtual ECE Job Fair on Wednesday, April 29. Free and online! https://bit.ly/COECEjobfair2026 .org

Rocky Ford Head Start is hosting an enrollment event today!
04/24/2026

Rocky Ford Head Start is hosting an enrollment event today!

04/22/2026

It's National Home Visiting Week!

Head Start home visitors have been making house calls for longer than most people realize. In 1972, Head Start launched "Home Start", a project that sent staff directly into families' homes to deliver the full range of Head Start services. The idea was simple and ahead of its time: parents are a child's first and most important teacher, so support should come to them.

It worked! By 1973, every Head Start agency in the country could opt for a home-based program – years before home visiting became a recognized field of practice in early childhood.

To home visitors knocking on doors today, thank you for the work you do, and for carrying forward something Head Start got right from the very beginning.

Dear Parents and Guardians, As this school year comes to a close, I would like to share that I will be retiring after 16...
04/22/2026

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As this school year comes to a close, I would like to share that I will be retiring after 16 wonderful years of serving this school community. It has truly been an honor and a joy to support your children and to work alongside such dedicated families through Lamar Head Start.

Thank you for your continued support of our program. Head Start has proudly served families nationwide for 60 years, and the strength of our local program is a direct reflection of your involvement, trust, and commitment to your children’s education.

I am deeply grateful for the relationships we have built and the memories we have shared.

I wish you and your families all the best as you continue your educational journeys.

With sincere appreciation,

Dora Arana

🌎✨ Last Thursday, Manzanola Head Start celebrated Earth Day in a fun and meaningful way!A big thank you to parent Jessic...
04/21/2026

🌎✨ Last Thursday, Manzanola Head Start celebrated Earth Day in a fun and meaningful way!

A big thank you to parent Jessica Mills from Arkansas Valley Water Conservancy District for joining us. She spent time with our kids planting chili peppers 🌱 and sharing a special story with them.

Hands-on experiences like these help our children connect with nature and learn the importance of caring for our planet. We’re so grateful for the support of our families and community! 💚

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200 Burshears Boulevard
La Junta, CO
81050

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17193843117

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