As the holiday season approaches, we invite you to join our friends in Federal Programs in spreading a little extra joy to our students. Many children in our district are hoping for a gift this Christmas, and with your support, we can help make their wish come true.
In the lobby of the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex (505 S. Main St., Suite 249), you’ll find the Wish Upon a Star Tree, each star representing an LCPS student. Every star includes a child’s name, grade level, clothing size, and a heartfelt Christmas wish.
There are still 90 stars waiting to be chosen. If you feel called to brighten a child’s holiday, please select one (or more) and bring it to the receptionist or to the Federal Programs Department so we can register your gift.
Extended deadline: Wrapped gifts may be returned to the Federal Programs Department through Wednesday, Dec. 10, by 5:00 p.m.
If you have questions or would like to help spread the word, please contact Iggy Campos in the Department of Federal Programs at 575-527-6643 or icampos@lcps.net.
Thank you for helping us share warmth, kindness, and holiday cheer with our students. Your generosity truly makes a difference.
Today we’re proud to shine a spotlight on Michael “Mikey” Lopez, the beloved security officer at Arrowhead Park Early College High School! Now in his third year at APECHS, Mikey brings more than just experience to campus, he brings heart. After serving 23 years as a correctional officer, he uses the lessons from his career to guide students away from bad decisions and toward better paths, always with honesty, compassion, and humor.
But Mikey’s impact stretches far beyond traditional security duties. He’s the guy who will help staff with car trouble, cook breakfast on freezing mornings, and safely wrangle any desert critter brave enough to wander onto campus. No matter the situation, he leads with his signature approach: “Calm down, we got this.”
Students adore him. Staff rely on him. And Mikey, in return, says the best part of his job is working in a place “where people are kind to each other.” He shares that being at APECHS has changed his life — it’s a positive environment where he truly loves coming to work and making a difference every single day.
Thank you, Mikey, for keeping Arrowhead Park safe, supported, and thriving!
Meet the movers and shakers of the Las Margaritas Golf Club in Las Cruces!
Each year, this incredible group of women host the Las Margaritas Golf Tournament and other community events to raise funds for the Project Link Homeless Education Program (McKinney-Vento), supporting students in Las Cruces Public Schools.
Today, these remarkable women met with our Federal Programs team and presented a check for $7,347 to help ensure students experiencing homelessness have the resources they need to succeed.
Project Link works to improve educational outcomes by providing tutoring, school supplies, hygiene essentials, snacks, clothing and other critical supports that help students stay engaged and thrive in school.
Thank you, Las Margaritas Golf Club, for your unwavering generosity and dedication to our students!
Special thanks to Linda Peterson, Genevieve Trujillo, Cecile Sayah, Kathrine Natzke and Ana De Coste.
Las Cruces Public Schools is hosting a Special Education Virtual Hiring Fair on December 10, 2025, from 9 AM to 5 PM!
We have Special Education teaching positions opening in January 2026 and are looking for passionate educators ready to make a difference.
✔️ Competitive pay
✔️ Benefits package
✔️ Bachelor’s degree required (Special Education preferred)
📧 To schedule an interview, email Anisa Schomburg at aschomburg@lcps.net
with your:
• Full name
• Cell phone number
• Preferred interview time
• Resume
Help us spread the word by sharing this post!
#LCPSJobs #SpecialEducation #TeachWithUs #JoinLCPS
Check out our December LCPS Activities events!
Join us as we celebrate our fall state champs at the Ceremony of Champions this Wednesday night, and come cheer on our LCPS esports teams at the LCPS Showcase this Saturday!
Catch this recap of the 2025 Winter Sports Media Day featuring exclusive, in-depth interviews with high school athletes competing in wrestling, swimming, cheer/poms and basketball.
Get to know the athletes, plus stations for headshot photos, videos, interactive activities and more!
LCPS.TV, Athletics, Activities, in collaboration with Golden Eagle Event Planning hosted the event at Rio Grande Preparatory Institute.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buyXoMXEGpY
A standout freshman on the Cheer squad, Olivia impresses with her motivation, persistence and mental toughness. As a first-year team member, she shows leadership, adaptability and a coachable attitude.
A senior and captain of the MHS Pom team, Solangeliz leads with confidence, creativity, and heart, energizing every performance and inspiring her teammates.
La distribución se llevará a cabo en el Centro de Apoyo Familiar de LCPS, ubicado en el Complejo Administrativo Dr. Karen M. Trujillo, 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.
La distribución de alimentos comenzará a las 9:00 a.m. y se realizará en orden de llegada, hasta agotar existencias. Se servirá aproximadamente a 75 familias.
No se requiere documentación. Varios hogares pueden llegar juntos en uno o más vehículos, pero un representante de cada hogar debe estar físicamente presente para recibir alimentos.
LCPS y Roadrunner Food Bank expresan su sincero agradecimiento a todos los voluntarios y miembros de la comunidad que hacen posible este esfuerzo.
Para más información, por favor comuníquese con el equipo de Alcance Comunitario Bilingüe de LCPS en bsantome@lcps.net.
The distribution will take place at the LCPS Family Support Center, located in the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex, 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.
Food distribution begins at 9:00 a.m. and will operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Approximately 75 families will be served.
No documentation is required. Multiple households may arrive together in one or more vehicles, but one representative from each household must be physically present to receive food.
LCPS and Roadrunner Food Bank extend their sincere appreciation to all volunteers and community members who make this effort possible.
For more information, please contact the LCPS Bilingual Community Outreach team at bsantome@lcps.net.
Looking ahead to 9th grade? Here is some important information from Arrowhead Park Early College High School for students and families who are interested in applying:
Our final informational meeting for current 8th-grade students interested in attending APECHS will be held this Thursday, December 4th, at 5:30 PM via Zoom. Here is the link:
https://lcps.zoom.us/j/89469396193
We also want to emphasize the importance of completing the application before the January 5th deadline. Our application window has been extended, and applications are coming in quickly—please don’t wait until the last minute to submit yours. Submitting early ensures your student’s application is fully processed and ready for the next steps.
After the application deadline closes, our team will email families with interview sign-up information. We look forward to meeting each student during the interview process and learning more about their goals and interest in joining APECHS.
Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to connecting with you soon.
Warm regards,
Arrowhead Park Early College High School Admissions Team
CTE/HRTM Teacher | Rio Grande Preparatory Institute
This week, we proudly celebrate Brandy Snyder, an educator whose nearly 40-year career has been defined by passion, innovation and a steadfast commitment to student success. More than half of her career has been dedicated to the students of Las Cruces Public Schools, where she continues to inspire the next generation of hospitality and tourism professionals at RGPI.
Along with the Golden Eagle Event Planners (GEEP), Ms. Snyder guides students in event planning and hotel, restaurant, and tourism management. Most recently, her GEEP team showcased their talent by hosting the LCPS Winter Media Day at RGPI—rolling out the red carpet with exceptional culinary service and top-tier event execution.
As we celebrate Thanksgiving, we are especially grateful for educators like Ms. Snyder who put students first to create engaging and authentic learning environments where all learners thrive. 🍁✨
Thank you, Ms. Snyder, for your dedication and excellence! 👏
The championship game will take place at Cleveland High School in Rio Rancho, NM.
LCPS.TV is taking you to the field and behind the scenes for every play that powered the Dawgs’ championship run.
Hear from families at Mesilla Elementary as they share what they’re thankful for.
Video: https://youtu.be/TFMYcTUad44
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long. Families were welcomed at their child’s school for a special tradition of love and togetherness.
A heartfelt thank-you to our Nutrition Services staff for preparing Thanksgiving meals with such care. Our appreciation also goes to the teachers and staff who make these celebrations possible and to the families who gathered with us to share in the spirit of gratitude.
Happy Thanksgiving!
— Superintendent Ignacio Ruiz
This week, we are proud to highlight Raul Perea, Agriculture Education teacher and FFA advisor at Las Cruces High School — a teacher who truly helps students thrive through hands-on learning and real-world skills.
In his own words, Mr. Perea believes in starting with the basics, like teaching his students how to read a tape measure, but his impact goes far beyond the classroom. Mr. Perea is also a talented auctioneer who volunteers at community fundraisers, partners with NMSU ag classes, and builds strong career connections for his students.
Most recently, he and his welding students hosted state legislators in his shop at LCHS for an up-close look at how young people in his program are learning, growing and preparing for the future.
Thank you, Mr. Perea, for helping students thrive every day! 🔧🔥💛💙
We visited the Thanksgiving gathering at Loma Heights Elementary to hear what families are thankful for.
What are you thankful for?
Ride the Bus on Dec. 2 and You Could Win BIG!
Parents and students, did you know that taking the school bus is one of the safest, most reliable, and earth-friendly ways to get to school? It’s a stress-free ride that helps students arrive on time and ready to learn every single day.
To celebrate the importance of bus ridership, our transportation partners at STS are hosting a special Golden Ticket Giveaway! 🎉
✨ Every student who rides the bus on Tuesday, Dec. 2 will be entered to win prizes — including the Golden Ticket Grand Prize.
🏆 One Golden Ticket winner will be announced for each level: Elementary, Middle, and High School. Prizes are also being awarded each day for students who ride the bus this week, too!
Let’s fill those buses and show our drivers some love!
Ride on Dec. 2 for your chance to win!
