Students and families got their first look at the brand-new campus during an exciting Open House. Principal Valdez and her incredible staff welcomed everyone with big smiles, as kids met their new teachers, explored their classrooms, and broke in the brand-new playground.
The energy was high, the hallways were buzzing, and the school year is off to an unforgettable start.
LCPS.TV’s Colin Lewis gives you an exclusive inside look at Columbia Elementary!
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtKgMbhQYqE
Meet Charli Lennon, the new principal of Las Cruces High School!
With 17 years of experience in education and a passion for student success, Principal Lennon is bringing fresh energy, bold vision, and a deep commitment to our school community. From the classroom to leadership roles, she’s done it all—and now she’s ready to lead the Bulldawgs into an amazing new year!
Let’s give Principal Lennon a warm welcome to Las Cruces High School!
Are you a student interested in broadcast media? We're looking to grow our team with passionate, creative talent like YOU!
Join us for an exciting Media Day on Aug. 16, at 9am at the Field of Dreams to get a look behind the scenes! We’ll be covering the student athletes’ press conference, where we hear players from each high school talk about the athletic season ahead.
With LCPS.TV, you’ll get hands-on experience in:
• Interviewing
• Photography
• Videography & Editing
• Lighting
• Livestreaming
• Reporting & Writing
Whether you're experienced or just curious, LCPS.TV is the place to learn, grow, and create.
Superintendent Ruiz shares important updates for the new school year, including safety measures, a new two-way communication tool for families, bell schedule changes, Transition Day info, and more. Let’s make it a great year!
Video: https://youtu.be/65LZHI3-6eI
As schools prepare to welcome students back for the upcoming academic year, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH), will host free vaccination clinics in July to ensure all students meet state immunization requirements.
New Mexico law requires that all students enrolled in school be up-to-date on immunizations unless legally exempted. To help families meet these requirements, NMDOH will offer free vaccinations for all children ages 18 and younger, regardless of insurance status or whether they are established patients.
NMDOH will host walk-in vaccination clinics on July 23, 24, 25, 28, and 29, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Las Cruces Public Health Office, located at 1170 N. Solano, Suite A, Las Cruces, NM 88011.
Vaccines offered include all those required for school attendance:
• DTaP/Tdap (diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis)
• Polio
• MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella)
• Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b)
• Hepatitis A and B
• PCV (pneumococcal conjugate)
• Varicella (chickenpox)
• Meningococcal ACWY
Join us for the Southern New Mexico Transition Conference! This event is dedicated to empowering youth with disabilities, their families, and caregivers as they plan for a successful future.
Learn about your rights, explore available services, and connect with local experts and agencies who are here to support your transition journey.
Gain practical tools, tips, and resources to help students take confident steps toward adulthood.
The conference will be on Friday, Sept. 19, from 10am-4pm at DACC Espina Campus, 3400 S. Espina St. in the DASH/DAHL Buildings.
Organizer: Jennifer Donelli, (505) 247-0192, conference@parentsreachingout.org
Registration: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/u5nq3vp
See flyer for details!
LCPS.TV proudly presents an exclusive Media Day event, a unique one-on-one opportunity for student athletes to be interviewed on camera and talk about their upcoming athletic season.
Media Day will be on Saturday, Aug. 16, at 9:00 AM at The Field of Dreams, 2300 Tashiro Dr.
From every school. On every team. All in one place. The event will be documented by
LCPS.TV. It’s a great way to launch a new school year, and a great competitive season!
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAQZrQFRPxY
Inscripción para el Regreso a Clases
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¡No se preocupe, todavía hay tiempo! Haga clic en el enlace a continuación para inscribir a su hijo(a) hoy y dar el primer paso hacia un nuevo y emocionante año escolar.
Inscripción: https://www.lcps.net/page/online-registration
¿Necesita ayuda? Llame a nuestro amable equipo de Inscripción en Línea al (575) 525-7121 o envíe un correo electrónico a ioteam@lcps.net
Back-To-School Registration
Have you registered your child for the 2025–2026 school year at LCPS yet? No worries, there’s still time! Click the link below to register your child today and take the first step toward an exciting new school year.
Registration: https://www.lcps.net/page/online-registration
Need assistance? Call our helpful Online Registration Team at (575) 525-7121 or email us at ioteam@lcps.net
Hello parents! As we get ready to head back to school, LCPS is working to create a student and parent committee for Nutrition Services. The goal is to provide an opportunity for our school communities to give feedback on menus and other ideas to improve the school cafeteria experience. Interested? See the attached flyers in English and Spanish for more information.
You are invited to a Family & Community Meet & Greet with the new Las Cruces High Principal on Wednesday, July 16 | 5:30 – 6:30 PM in the LCHS Library Classroom.
This will be a welcoming evening where families, students and community partners can stop by, meet your new LCHS Principal, Charli Lennon, and get excited about the year ahead.
This week’s Thrive Thursday spotlight is shining bright on Cheryl Keever, Kitchen Manager at White Sands School and 27-year veteran of Las Cruces Public Schools. Cheryl doesn’t just prepare meals; she prepares students for success.
Her day begins at 5 a.m. in Las Cruces, followed by a 45-minute drive over the Organ Mountains through rain, shine, or snow. Why? Because Cheryl knows that a healthy, nourishing meal can make all the difference in how a child learns, grows, and thrives.
From introducing new fruits and vegetables to creating a warm, welcoming cafeteria environment, she brings dedication and a whole lot of heart to everything she does.
When asked what keeps her going, Cheryl says, “I love going to school every day. The teachers and staff are like family. The kids are why I do my best every day to make fresh, tasty, and nutritious food for them”.
Thank you, Cheryl, for feeding with purpose and making every bite count!
The forum begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Lab (PAL) at LCHS.
At the end of the event, you’ll have the chance to share your thoughts and let us know who you believe should be the next Principal.
Acompaña a los Bulldawgs esta noche en un foro comunitario con los principales candidatos para el puesto de Director(a) de LCHS. El foro comenzará a las 6:00 p.m. en el Laboratorio de Artes Escénicas (PAL) de LCHS. Al final del evento, tendrás la oportunidad de compartir tus opiniones y decirnos a quién te gustaría ver como el/la próximo(a) Director(a).
The senior middle-distance and distance standout set new state records in both the 800-meter run and the 3200 at this year’s Class 5A state meet.
Congratulations to Corbin on an incredible season and an unforgettable performance at the state meet!
Kaselle capped off her high school career with a standout performance at the Class 5A state championships, scoring a meet-high 26 points and capturing three individual titles.
Congratulations to Kaselle on an incredible season!
