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The Walking School Buses were off to a running start the first week of school! We had over 650 students walking to school this week with us! Here are a few pictures from Week #1.
If you have more pictures, please feel free to drop them in the comments!
Desert Hills Elementary Community
Hermosa Heights Elementary School
Booker T. Washington Community Elementary School
Central Elementary
![The Walking School Buses were off to a running start the first week of school! We had over 650 students walking to school this week with us! Here are a few pictures from Week #1.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9137940/large_453096583_1025522212909802_5955259747884756604_n.jpg)
![The Walking School Buses were off to a running start the first week of school! We had over 650 students walking to school this week with us! Here are a few pictures from Week #1.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9137941/large_453192975_1025529996242357_4050601016277941179_n.jpg)
![The Walking School Buses were off to a running start the first week of school! We had over 650 students walking to school this week with us! Here are a few pictures from Week #1.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9137939/large_453067144_1025522172909806_8329805649868168418_n.jpg)
![The Walking School Buses were off to a running start the first week of school! We had over 650 students walking to school this week with us! Here are a few pictures from Week #1.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9137943/large_453068326_1025530012909022_9105376607785023056_n.jpg)
![The Walking School Buses were off to a running start the first week of school! We had over 650 students walking to school this week with us! Here are a few pictures from Week #1.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9137942/large_452958651_1025529976242359_3085645643235022924_n.jpg)
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Meet Samara Marquez, she is a recent graduate of Centennial High School and a former field reporter/anchor for LCPS.TV. The LCPS communications team is looking for our next multimedia student intern to work with the LCPS.TV crew. If you’re interested in joining the team while gaining multimedia experience and earning credit, contact us at mrodriguez8@lcps.net or by phone: 575-527-5928.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZ3T9uyWNRQ
![Meet Samara Marquez, she is a recent graduate of Centennial High School and a former field reporter/anchor for LCPS.TV. The LCPS communications team is looking for our next multimedia student intern to work with the LCPS.TV crew. If you’re interested in joining the team while gaining multimedia experience and earning credit, contact us at mrodriguez8@lcps.net or by phone: 575-527-5928.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9129699/large_Campus__16_.png)
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UPDATED: Parents, schools throughout the district will be hosting an open house to kick off the new school year. Please find the attached open house schedule for feeder pattern schools.
![UPDATED: Parents, schools throughout the district will be hosting an open house to kick off the new school year. Please find the attached open house schedule for feeder pattern schools.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9116109/large_CHS_Open_House_Schedule_Feeder_Pattern_Schools__English_.png)
![UPDATED: Parents, schools throughout the district will be hosting an open house to kick off the new school year. Please find the attached open house schedule for feeder pattern schools.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9116110/large_CHS_Open_House_Schedule_Feeder_Pattern_Schools__Spanish_.png)
![UPDATED: Parents, schools throughout the district will be hosting an open house to kick off the new school year. Please find the attached open house schedule for feeder pattern schools.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9116104/large_MHS_Open_House_Schedule_Feeder_Pattern_Schools__English_.png)
![UPDATED: Parents, schools throughout the district will be hosting an open house to kick off the new school year. Please find the attached open house schedule for feeder pattern schools.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9116111/large_MHS_Open_House_Schedule_Feeder_Pattern_Schools__Spanish_.png)
![UPDATED: Parents, schools throughout the district will be hosting an open house to kick off the new school year. Please find the attached open house schedule for feeder pattern schools.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9116105/large_OMHS_Open_House_Schedule_Feeder_Pattern_Schools__English_.png)
![UPDATED: Parents, schools throughout the district will be hosting an open house to kick off the new school year. Please find the attached open house schedule for feeder pattern schools.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9116107/large_OMHS_Open_House_Schedule_Feeder_Pattern_Schools__Spanish_.png)
![UPDATED: Parents, schools throughout the district will be hosting an open house to kick off the new school year. Please find the attached open house schedule for feeder pattern schools.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9127157/large_LCHS_Open_House_Schedule_Feeder_Pattern_Schools__English__UPDATED.png)
![UPDATED: Parents, schools throughout the district will be hosting an open house to kick off the new school year. Please find the attached open house schedule for feeder pattern schools.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9127158/large_LCHS_Open_House_Schedule_Feeder_Pattern_Schools__Spanish__UPDATED.png)
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Fundraising for your school? All sponsored events must meet USDA regulations and guidelines in LCPS Policy JLJ, Student Nutrition. Please attend this training opportunity to learn more. Nutrition Services will be in the LCPS boardroom, 505 S. Main Street, from 4 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 25.
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Join the Girl Scouts on the Plaza de Las Cruces to discover what Girl Scouting is all about! We will have a variety of engaging activities, including:
Interactive Displays with
Animal Services Center
• Basic First Aid Skills
• S'More STEM Mobile
• Outdoor Skills
• Flag Retirement
• Sports
• And Much More!
Girl Scouts on the Plaza de Las Cruces Saturday, July 27, 2024, 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
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As we anticipate the start of a wonderful new school year, LCPS is asking for back to school photos. The comms team will be gathering back to school photos of students and will feature them on Super News, the newscast for LCPS.
Parents, please post photos in the comments.
![As we anticipate the start of a wonderful new school year, LCPS is asking for back to school photos. The comms team will be gathering back to school photos of students and will feature them on Super News, the newscast for LCPS. Parents, please post photos in the comments.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9078238/large_Send_us_your_back_to_school_photos__2025.png)
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The 25th annual First Day of School Holiday kicked off for students attending White Sands School. The event celebrates education and the importance of community support while having fun. Community sponsors gave out backpacks and school supplies all to help students get ready for their first day of school.
Thank you, Principal James Dickerson, WSMR Garrison Commander Colonel Don Mozer and the wonderful staff at White Sands School.
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Today, LCPS Superintendent Ignacio Ruiz joined the KFOX14 Morning News team to discuss the excitement of a new school year and some of the initiatives the district will focus on regarding the instructional framework and strategic planning. Superintendent Ruiz also highlights the addition of electric school buses.
Learn more: https://kfoxtv.com/news/local/community-conversations-superintendent-outlines-new-initiatives-for-lcps-this-school-year
![LCPS Superintendent Ignacio Ruiz speaks with morning show anchor, Jessica Gonzalez in the KFOX-14 studio about the start of the new school year.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/9058615/large_LCPS_254911_.jpeg)
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We are just 10 days away from the start of our next school year! School supply lists are now posted on our website. We can't wait to see you!
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Congratulations to the Centennial High School Educators Rising Team. They had three semi finalists and a 3rd place winner at the National Leadership Competition this past week in Washington D.C. Way to go Hawks! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities2024
Photos provided by Marissa Prentice
![CONGRATULATIONS to the Centennial High School Educators Rising Team. They had three semi finalists and a 3rd place winner at the National Leadership Competition this past week in Washington D.C. Way to go Hawks!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/8985630/large_449296471_17880496527088124_4130093131159001362_n.jpg)
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FCCLA in Seattle representing LCPS & New Mexico!! Good Luck to all our students at national competition. #thrive575 #lcpsactivities2024 #makingithappen⭐️ #LasCrucesPublicSchools
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![FCCLA in Seattle representing LCPS & New Mexico!! Good Luck to all our students at national competition this week.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/8985207/large_449648910_17880360297088124_530598115578642008_n.jpg)
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Congratulations to our TOP 10 finalists from Arrowhead Park & Centennial at this year’s HOSA International Competition, and a shout-out to all the students who represented LCPS this week. Way to go!! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities2024
Photos provided by Marissa Prentice
![Congratulations to our TOP 10 finalists from Arrowhead Park & Centennial at this year’s HOSA International Competition, and a shout-out to all the students who represented LCPS this week. Way to go!! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities2024 #makingithappen⭐️ Las Cruces Public Schools](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/8985134/large_449517396_17880272106088124_994003630715007834_n.jpg)
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Congratulations to the Centennial High School Television (Video) Production team for taking 3rd place at this year’s Skills USA National Competition out of 49 teams in the nation! GO HAWKS!! 🥉 #thrive575 #lcpsactivities2024 #makingithappen
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![CONGRATULATIONS to the Centennial High School Television (Video) Production team for taking 3rd place at this year’s Skills USA National Competition out of 49 teams in the nation! GO HAWKS!! 🥉 #thrive575 #lcpsactivities2024 #makingithappen⭐️ Las Cruces Public Schools](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/8985088/large_449452934_17880101877088124_4341484264041747355_n.jpg)
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What stands 44 feet long, shines like the moon and is full of FUN? Come on Kids: Play to Learn! Check out Dona Ana County's first mobile children's museum in the City of Las Cruces Electric Light Parade on July 3rd! The parade will begin at Apodaca Park at 9pm. See you there. Beep beep!
What’s 44 feet long, bright as the moon, and packed full of FUN?! Vamos Niños: Play to Learn! Catch a dazzling glimpse of Doña Ana County’s premier mobile children’s museum in the City of Las Cruces Electric Light Parade July 3rd! Parade departs from Apodaca Park at 9pm. See ya there… Beep beep!
#SNMKids #VamosNinos #LightParade #LasCruces #FamilyFun
#NgageNewMexicoSuccessPartnership #LCPS
![What stands 44 feet long, shines like the moon and is full of FUN? Come on Kids: Play to Learn! Check out Dona Ana County's first mobile children's museum in the City of Las Cruces Electric Light Parade on July 3rd! The parade will begin at Apodaca Park at 9pm. See you there. Beep beep!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/8980505/large_449677746_481777251034425_4395536126188197777_n.jpg)
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All these summer showers are raining dirt on our rides! Get them squeaky clean this Saturday, July 6 and help out our LCHS Poms. We'll be at 1300 El Paseo Road from 8 a.m. to noon.
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Congratulations to the students in Las Cruces Public Schools’ Class of 2024 who participated in the summer commencement ceremony on Friday, June 28. Seniors walked the stage earning their diplomas and were congratulated with applause from family, friends, and staff in the audience. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors!
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Come take care of dinner and support LCHS Poms! We'll be at Raising Cane's on Tuesday, July 9 from 4:30 to 8:30. Mention this fundraiser and Cane's will donate 15% to LCHS Poms. See you there!
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Join our team! LCPS is currently looking to hire a kitchen manager at Centennial High School. Check our website for the full job listing under "Employment" at the top of the homepage. LCPS is an equal opportunity provider.
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Student athletes cooled off with some fun in the sun during the 2024 Summer Youth Camp at Organ Mountain High School. Coaches, volunteers and athletes from the football & co-ed cheer squad had a blast at camp encouraging the next generation of knights.
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The NMSU Physical Science Lab team kickoff of the 2024 STEM Mavericks High School AI Summer Camp. Students from LCPS, GISD, and HVPS unboxed & assembled the Trenchant Analytics STEM Kits, which they will use to tackle a variety of AI & engineering projects over the next 2 weeks.
![The NMSU Physical Science Laboratory team kickoff of the 2024 STEM Mavericks High School AI Summer Camp. Students from LCPS, GISD, and HVPS unboxed and assembled the Trenchant Analytics STEM Kits, which they will use to tackle a variety of AI and engineering projects over the next two weeks.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/8849682/large_448146665_967743445359424_7038873337632940150_n.jpg)
![The NMSU Physical Science Laboratory team kickoff of the 2024 STEM Mavericks High School AI Summer Camp. Students from LCPS, GISD, and HVPS unboxed and assembled the Trenchant Analytics STEM Kits, which they will use to tackle a variety of AI and engineering projects over the next two weeks.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/8849684/large_448180900_967743462026089_5392530512720472427_n.jpg)
![The NMSU Physical Science Laboratory team kickoff of the 2024 STEM Mavericks High School AI Summer Camp. Students from LCPS, GISD, and HVPS unboxed and assembled the Trenchant Analytics STEM Kits, which they will use to tackle a variety of AI and engineering projects over the next two weeks.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/8849683/large_448245241_967743538692748_5622623909009186904_n.jpg)
![The NMSU Physical Science Laboratory team kickoff of the 2024 STEM Mavericks High School AI Summer Camp. Students from LCPS, GISD, and HVPS unboxed and assembled the Trenchant Analytics STEM Kits, which they will use to tackle a variety of AI and engineering projects over the next two weeks.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/8849686/large_448318717_967743495359419_1144216967190750745_n.jpg)
![The NMSU Physical Science Laboratory team kickoff of the 2024 STEM Mavericks High School AI Summer Camp. Students from LCPS, GISD, and HVPS unboxed and assembled the Trenchant Analytics STEM Kits, which they will use to tackle a variety of AI and engineering projects over the next two weeks.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/las_cruces_public_schools%2C_nm_ar/live_feed_image/image/8849685/large_448250017_967743505359418_8242037677932700272_n.jpg)