LAPS Leadership

Dr. Kurt Steinhaus
Dr. Kurt SteinhausSuperintendent of Los Alamos Public Schools
I am committed to daily work to bring out the best in each and every child. Quality teaching and strong schools are the foundation of a strong community.

Our Superintendent

Statement from Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus

March 13th School Board meeting regarding his contract extension to the maximum three years

It is an honor and a privilege serving as Superintendent of the Los Alamos Public Schools.  Along with incredible students and parents, we have outstanding teachers, school leaders, and staff supporting the learning process. I enjoy working with the whole team.

I accept the School Board’s contract extension and salary raise proposal, only after we identify funds to provide a much-needed raise for all LAPS staff.

My leadership priorities for the remainder of this school year include exceeding expectations in the LAPS Strategic Plan, developing a fiscally-responsible budget proposal for the 2018-19 school year, and “finishing strong” with success for every single student.  As part of continuous improvement for LAPS, I will provide meaningful end-of-year feedback for our school leaders.

For next year, I will work with the School Board to update the Strategic Plan, serve as instructional leader for the Los Alamos Public Schools, direct prudent fiscal management, support student and staff well-being, and help “take LAPS to the next level of excellence.”

I plan to celebrate and honor diversity while fully supporting differentiated student learning, school safety, and professional development for all staff members.  I will find innovative ways to build community, foster whole-child learning, and support students, teachers and staff.

Degrees and Certifications:
•  New Mexico Administration License
•  New Mexico Level 3 Teacher’s License
•  Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Organizational Learning from the University of New Mexico
•  Master of Science in Educational Technology from the University of Oregon
•  Master of Arts in Music from Eastern New Mexico University
•  Bachelors in Music Education from Eastern New Mexico University

It is an honor and privilege to serve as Superintendent of the Los Alamos Public Schools.

In the greater Los Alamos community, we take pride in our diversity, our excellent quality of life, and the success of our schools.

I believe in the extraordinary potential of all of our more than 3,500 students and am committed to meeting their individual needs. Our work together requires teamwork, dedication, and collaboration. That collaboration extends beyond our school district staff and students to the entire community.

I will work with the School Board to implement our strategic plan and embark on the process of continuous improvement.  We will engage the public in striving to reach our shared vision and to prepare confident lifelong learners.   I am very proud of the accomplishments of our students and staff, and with the help and support of our community look forward to creating new levels of greatness.  Our schools can become even greater.  

It is my personal goal to be a positive, enthusiastic leader and work collaboratively to ensure all our students benefit from the best educational experience possible. I look forward to working with the school and community family as we continue to make strides in the education of our young people!