October is National Principals Month! To highlight a few of our building leaders, LCPS-TV put together a welcome back message for students. We hope you had a great fall break and are ready to finish the fall semester strong!
Principals' message: https://youtu.be/F2YmrKoPZI8
A big round of applause to our winners of the 2024 Veterans Parade Poster Contest! The five top artists were recognized by Mayor Eric Enriquez and city leaders during a city council meeting this afternoon.
Congratulations to Jaslene Horvath, 1st place winner of the 2024 Veterans Parade Poster Contest from Mesa Middle School.
Please see list of top finalists in alphabetical order:
Samantha Carrillo, Lynn Community Middle School
Jaslene Horvath, Mesa Middle School
Eli Ochoa, Zia Middle School
Emma Ramos, Mesa Middle School
Enqi Zheng, Mesa Middle School
There's no place like the Field of Dreams on Friday night. Gather your family and friends to see the LCHS Bulldawgs take on the Clovis Wildcats @7pm tonight.
Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1548074?schoolId=NM8116
Livestream on LCPSTV: https://www.youtube.com/live/4JKkSgPG58c
Parents and family, join us for Thanksgiving lunch at your student's school on Nov. 15! Ticket sales will run Monday, Oct. 7 through Friday, Nov. 1 and are $5 each (cash or check). No tickets will be sold the day of the event. To purchase, check in at your school office.
Don't miss the matchup between the Knights vs Bulldawgs under the Friday night lights at the Field of Dreams. Kickoff is at 7:00pm tonight.
Livestream only on LCPSTV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paMuf2EKYlU
Tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/NM8126
Thank you to our community partners from the Kiwanis Club of Las Cruces. Today club members presented a check for $1,000 to the LCPS Foundation for their hygiene drive and to purchase school supplies for LCPS students.
The Mayfield Trojans host the Deming Wildcats on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 10:00 AM. Gates will open at 8:30 AM. It's a great way to spend a Fall Break Saturday morning!
Tickets can be purchased at: https://lcps.net/page/athletics
Tonight, your Organ Mountain Knights will take on the Alamogordo Tigers. Catch all the action under the Friday night lights at 7pm at the Field of Dreams!
Tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/NM8126
Game livestream only on LCPSTV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DO6TLJXrQdw
Come out and support our Las Cruces Public Schools marching bands as they compete in the Bands of America New Mexico Regional Saturday, September 21st, at NMSU Aggie Memorial Stadium. #thrive575
10:12am @mayfieldband575
12:48pm Las Cruces High School Band
1:36pm Royal Knight Regiment - Organ Mountain High School
2:00pm Centennial High School Band
Full schedule, event, and ticket information can be found online at @officialmusicforall
Football fans, be sure to catch the game between Centennial vs Rio Rancho happening tonight at 7:00pm at the Field of Dreams. #highschoolfootball
The game will be livestreamed only on LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTXSxDBy2MvwZ2sdDC9rOsA
LCPS parents,
The district is closely monitoring a social media rumor related to school violence. We want to reassure you that threats made towards our students are taken seriously, and that recent national events are likely contributing to these social media posts.
LCPS is currently working with school resource officers on campus and with local law enforcement, who have determined these threats to be unsubstantiated.
Thank you for your continued partnership in keeping our schools safe.
Las Cruces Public Schools
Padres de LCPS,
El distrito está monitoreando de cerca un rumor en los medios sociales relacionado con la violencia escolar. Queremos asegurarles que las amenazas dirigidas a nuestros estudiantes se toman en serio, y que los recientes acontecimientos nacionales probablemente contribuyen a dichas publicaciones en los medios sociales.
LCPS está trabajando actualmente con agentes de seguridad escolar y con la policía local, quienes han determinado que estas amenazas no tienen fundamento.
Gracias por trabajar en permanente colaboración para mantener nuestras escuelas seguras.
Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces
Camino parents,
This morning, school staff was notified about a rumor of a social media threat spreading online. A few students saw the post and quickly reported it to parents who then notified staff.
Staff quickly worked with the school resource officer on campus and LCPD to investigate the validity of the alleged threat. This was an isolated incident as law enforcement determined the threat to have no credibility.
We want to reassure you that any threats made towards our students are taken very seriously.
Thank you for your vigilance and continued partnership in keeping our schools safe.
Camino Real Middle School
Padres de Camino,
Esta mañana, el personal de la escuela fue notificado sobre un rumor de una amenaza que se estaba difundiendo en los medios sociales. Algunos estudiantes vieron la publicación y rápidamente la reportaron a sus padres, quienes luego notificaron al personal.
El personal trabajó deprisa con el agente de seguridad escolar y LCPD para investigar la validez de la supuesta amenaza. Este fue un incidente aislado, ya que las fuerzas policiales determinaron que la amenaza no tenía credibilidad.
Queremos asegurarles que las amenazas dirigidas a nuestros estudiantes se toman muy en serio.
Gracias por su vigilancia y por trabajar en permanente colaboración para mantener nuestras escuelas seguras.
Camino Real Middle School
Thank you to our community partners from the Sprouts Foundation! The Las Cruces Public Schools Nutrition Services Department was awarded $10,000 from the Sprouts Foundation for child nutrition.
The money will be used to revive the school garden at Valley View Elementary and help children learn the importance of healthy eating habits. Students along with teacher participation will learn to harvest fruits and vegetables.
Students will learn about sustainable agriculture and the importance of nature. Social and emotional development will be promoted by helping students recognize a sense of place and belonging. #SproutingHealthyCommunitiesDay
Here's a reason to put on your dancing shoes! Camino Real Middle School's Performing Arts program is hosting a father/daughter dance (or mother/son, or parent/child - bring the family!) on Thursday, September 19th. Help support the program as they raise funds for new uniforms for the dance, color guard and cheer teams. Tickets are $20 for the first adult and student and $5 for each additional sibling. Contact Meagann Tristano, mtristano@lcps.net for tickets.
Today, Mayfield High School hosted the AFJROTC 9/11 Memorial Ceremony. Community members and law enforcement agencies gathered to honor the men and women who lost their lives on that tragic day.
During the ceremony, the National Flag was presented to the MHS AFJROTC Honor Guard from Officer David Perez, ret. NYPD Officer assigned to NYPD during the attacks. Araelia Aizpuru, AFJROTC Cadet Captain spoke at the podium and Cadet 1Lt Riley Bowen led the Chaplin prayer.
Also in attendance, the LCPD Honor Guard, Las Cruces Fire Department, and the United States Army Herald Trumpets, Washington D.C. Sergeant Major Mike Cano.
“Bless the families of the lives that were lost and the heroes that answered the call.” - Araelia Aizpuru, AFJROTC Cadet Captain
September is "Be Bold Go Gold" Awareness Month, and we are honored to partner with SNM Families Fighting Childhood Cancer in supporting our LCPS students and families affected by childhood cancer.
To show our solidarity, we will be observing the LCPS Gold Out Week from September 3 - 6, 2024. The community is invited to attend the MHS vs OMHS football game at the Field of Dreams on Sept 6. Don't forget to be bold and wear gold on Friday!
Ace your next test with Paper tutoring available online to all 6-12 grade students! Your child can ask for help in any subject area at any time, for as long as they need. The platform quickly connects them with a vetted and experienced tutor who’s trained to support students based on their needs—and their teacher’s instructions. Whether learners are stuck on their homework or studying for a test, tutors are available 24/7.
LCPS is proud to announce the Bilingual Community Outreach team has over 160 adult learners enrolled in EPA (Empowered Parent Academy)!
Courses are currently offered Monday-Thursday evenings, and the offerings consist of English as a second language, Spanish as a second language, and GED Skills (in English and Spanish).
Las Cruces Public Schools will be hosting a job fair for educational assistants on September 26 from 10am-2:00pm in the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex, 505 S. Main St. Suite 249 in conference room A & B. See flyer for details.
Here's your chance to experience a Challenger Learning Center mission! Bring the whole family (3rd grade and above)! These three missions are a free, fun activity for friends and family. Be ready for a 2 hour expedition to Mars! Pick a date and time and scan the QR code.
