
Kids Eat FREE This Summer!
Did you know that Las Cruces Public Schools, in partnership with the City of Las Cruces, is providing FREE breakfast and lunch to all children ages 1–18 this summer?
From May 27 through July 10, nutritious meals will be available at designated schools and community centers in Las Cruces. The effort helps to ensure children have access to healthy food throughout the summer break.
To learn more about the program and how families can access free meals, watch Episode 3 Summer Feeding Program, part of the Nourishing Our Future with School Meals series, produced by LCPS.TV’s Michael Rodriguez.
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WKJlXl44oY
For meal site locations, schedules, and additional information, visit:
https://www.lcps.net/article/2960239


LCPS realizará una distribución de alimentos tipo autoservicio (drive-thru) el jueves 4 de junio, a partir de las 9:00 a.m., frente al Centro de Apoyo Familiar de LCPS, ubicado en 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.
Los alimentos se distribuirán por orden de llegada a las primeras 75 familias. La fila comienza a formarse un par de horas antes de la hora programada de inicio, por lo que se recomienda a las familias llegar antes de las 9:00 a.m.
Se solicita a las familias permanecer en sus vehículos durante toda la distribución.

LCPS will host a drive-thru food distribution on Thursday, June 4, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in front of the LCPS Family Support Center, located at 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.
Food will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to the first 75 families. A line begins forming a couple of hours before the scheduled start time, so families are encouraged to arrive before 9:00 a.m.
Families are asked to remain in their vehicles throughout the distribution.

This message comes from Brooklyn Edmonson as she reflects on a special teacher from Sonoma Elementary.
Video: https://vocalvideo.com/embed/v1/slots/16423?shadow=large

This special message comes from Olive J. from Organ Mountain High School.
Video: https://vocalvideo.com/embed/v1/slots/16360?shadow=large

This shoutout comes from Raegan M. to Ms. Teague at Organ Mountain High School.
Video: https://vocalvideo.com/embed/v1/slots/16357?shadow=large

Part of the outage is impacting absence notifications and other district communications. We will share more information as soon as it becomes available.

Today’s video comes from Shelby, sharing her gratitude for Ms. Hamilton — aka “THE GOAT” at Organ Mountain High School.
Video: https://vocalvideo.com/embed/v1/slots/16358?shadow=large

All month long, we’re sharing teacher appreciation stories.
This one comes from Maddison as she reflects on her time in 6th grade social studies with Ms. Nevarez at Sierra Middle School.
Video: https://vocalvideo.com/embed/v1/slots/16316?shadow=large

Join LCPS.TV for an inside look at how our incredible School Nutrition Teams work behind the scenes to support student health and nutrition.
Host Erika Armendariz and Lynn Middle School Kitchen Manager Adela head into the test kitchen to bake gluten-free muffins, then you’ll see how school nutrition professionals become true school lunch heroes every day.
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvrySZ8weqM
#nutrition #schoollunch #specialdiets #cafeteria #glutenfree #foodfromscratch #LCPS #LCPSTV



Students, staff, and community members from across the district are taking the time to share messages of appreciation for all that YOU do each day.
This message comes from the support team for the Las Cruces High School feeder pattern.
Video: https://vocalvideo.com/embed/v1/slots/16311?shadow=large

This message comes from Olga R. to the staff of Cesar Chavez Elementary.
Video: https://vocalvideo.com/embed/v1/slots/16436?shadow=large

This message comes from Principal Victoria Franks of Hermosa Heights Elementary.
Video: https://vocalvideo.com/embed/v1/slots/16424?shadow=large

This message comes from Izabel Hernandez.
Video: https://vocalvideo.com/embed/v1/slots/16361?shadow=large

ENLACE — Engaging Latino Communities for Education, continues to make a powerful impact by supporting students, families, and educational success across the district.
This outstanding group was nominated by LCPS Board of Education Secretary Patrick Nolan in recognition of their dedication, leadership, and commitment to student achievement.
Congratulations to these amazing educators and leaders:
• Adrian Gaytan – Zia Middle School
• Adryana Krynitz – LCHS
• Aracely Torres – LCHS
• Delia Torres – Centro
• Bunny Medina – Picacho
• Nicole Scott – Picacho
• Victoria Apodaca Fisk – Lynn
• Arthur Nevarez – Mayfield
• David Morales – Mayfield
• Vincent Aguirre – Mayfield
• Laura Valdez – Mesa
• Diana Hernandez – APECHS
• Henry Jasso – University Hills
• Jese Gonzalez – OMHS
• Magaly Silveyra – Vista
And a special thank you to ENLACE Director Delma Tafoya for her leadership, vision, and unwavering dedication to empowering students and families throughout our community.
As Karen Trujillo often reminded us:
“Remember to have some grace for yourself and go above and beyond every day… for each other.”
Your work is changing lives and building brighter futures every day.
Nominated by President Cort of the LCPS Board of Education for the 2026 New Mexico School Boards Association Excellence in Student Achievement Award, this dedicated team continues to make a lasting impact on the health, safety, and well-being of our students and community.
A special spotlight shines on Grace Holguin, who has become a true beacon for the city of Las Cruces, inspiring confidence, connection, and a love of bike riding throughout our community.
Recognized team members include Ashley Curry, Safe Routes to School Coordinator, Kenny Coppedge, Arturo Sanchez, George Pearson, Jeanne Brown, and Grace Holguin.
Thank you for helping students build confidence, independence, and healthier futures, one ride at a time!
El superintendente de las Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces, Ignacio Ruiz, invita a nuestras familias hispanohablantes a asistir a Cafecito con el Sr. Ruiz. Este evento es una oportunidad para que las familias conozcan al superintendente, hagan preguntas y conversen en un ambiente acogedor.
Cafecito con el Sr. Ruiz se llevará a cabo el martes 12 de mayo a las 8:30 a.m. en el Centro de Apoyo Familiar de LCPS, ubicado en 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.
¡Esperamos verlos allí!

And for students, the teachers who go the extra mile are never forgotten.
Here’s a message from Andrew L. at Organ Mountain High School.
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