Join us for two exciting performances featuring some of the finest student musicians from Las Cruces Public Schools!
NMSU Bands & LCPS Middle School All-City Honor Band Concert
Wednesday, November 4 | 6:30 PM
The Brass/String Factory & LCPS Middle & High School Regional Honor Orchestra Concert
Saturday, November 7 | 1:00 PM
Location: Atkinson Recital Hall Music Center at New Mexico State University
FREE admission! Open to the public!
Bring your family and friends and help us celebrate the incredible talent of our LCPS musicians. We hope to see you there!
Please be advised that our monthly food distribution, normally held on the first Thursday of each month, has been canceled for November due to scheduled construction in front of the Family Support Center.
There will be no food distribution on Thursday, November 5, 2026. Distribution will resume on Thursday, December 3, 2026.
We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your continued support.
DISTRIBUCIÓN DE ALIMENTOS DE NOVIEMBRE CANCELADA
Por favor, tenga en cuenta que nuestra distribución mensual de alimentos, que normalmente se lleva a cabo el primer jueves de cada mes, ha sido cancelada para el mes de noviembre debido a trabajos de construcción programados frente al Centro de Apoyo Familiar.
No habrá distribución de alimentos el jueves 5 de noviembre de 2026. La distribución se reanudará el jueves 3 de diciembre de 2026.
Agradecemos su comprensión y les damos las gracias por su continuo apoyo.
Their recognition reflected not only individual academic achievement, but also a long tradition of scholarship and excellence at Las Cruces High School. Moments like this are a reminder that generations of students have challenged themselves, represented their schools with pride and helped build the legacy our students continue today.
This is Las Cruces Public Schools, then and now.
This #ThriveThursday, we're celebrating the dynamic duo keeping the Jornada Elementary School community healthy, safe and cared for!
Meet Cassandra Betancourt, Health Assistant, and Nicole Lucero, Registered Nurse! Together, these dedicated health professionals provide compassionate care, comfort and reassurance to students and staff every day.
Whether they're tending to a scraped knee, helping a student feel better or supporting the health and well-being of the entire campus, Cassandra and Nicole make a difference in the lives of Jornada students and families.
Their teamwork, kindness and commitment to student wellness help create a school environment where every learner can thrive!
💙 We love our school nurses and health assistants! Thank you, Cassandra and Nicole, for the heart you bring to health services at Jornada Elementary!
Haven’t made it out to a football game this season? There’s still time to show your school spirit and cheer on your team!
Join us Friday night, October 30, at 7 p.m. at the Field of Dreams as the Las Cruces Bulldawgs take on the Centennial Hawks!
Get ready for an exciting night of high school football, amazing halftime performances, friends and family, and that sweater weather.
Football fans cheering from afar can catch ALL the action LIVE, exclusively on LCPS.TV!
THE FIELD OF DREAMS IS ABOUT TO GET LOUD!
Join us at the Field of Dreams on Wednesday, October 28, at 7:00 PM for the LCPS Marching Band Exhibition, featuring a dazzling evening of performances by some of our area’s outstanding high school marching bands and color guards!
Performances by:
Centennial High School Band & Centennial Color Guard
Las Cruces High School Showcase Band & Showcase Guard
Mayfield High School Trojan Band & Color Guard
Organ Mountain High School’s Royal Knight Regiment (RKR) & Color Guard
These talented students have put in countless hours of hard work, dedication, and teamwork under the leadership of their band directors to prepare an unforgettable show! Get ready for powerful music, precision performances, spectacular visuals, and school pride that will fill the field!
Come out, show your support, and experience the excitement firsthand!
You won't want to miss this spectacular night of music and marching excellence!
Congratulations to the Las Cruces Public Schools Royal Knight Regiment – Organ Mountain High School for earning 2nd place and Centennial High School Band for earning 6th place at the 3rd Annual New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) State Marching Band Contest!
A special shout-out to the Organ Mountain Color Guard and Centennial Color Guard for their hard work, dedication, and outstanding performances! Your talent and teamwork make us proud!
Congratulations to all the students, directors, staff, and families who helped make this achievement possible!
Finals Competition Results:
4A 4th - 70.463 Lovington HS
4A 3rd - 70.675 Goddard HS
4A 2nd - 72.288 Santa Teresa HS
4A 1st - 76.738 Los Alamos HS
Caption Awards:
Music Performance - Los Alamos HS
General Effect - Los Alamos HS
Percussion - Los Alamos HS
Color Guard - Los Alamos HS
5A 6th - 80.463 Centennial HS
5A 5th - 81.75 Clovis HS
5A 4th - 82.213 Rio Rancho HS
5A 3rd - 82.675 La Cueva HS
5A 2nd - 86.888 Organ Mountain HS
5A 1st - 88.513 V Sue Cleveland HS
Caption Awards:
Music Performance - V Sue Cleveland HS
General Effect - V Sue Cleveland HS
Percussion - V Sue Cleveland HS
Color Guard - Centennial HS
We're happy to share this community event as a courtesy to our friends at the City of Las Cruces!
The City is beginning the planning process for the Apodaca & Lift Up Area Metropolitan Redevelopment Area and is inviting community members to be part of the conversation.
The initiative will explore opportunities to improve infrastructure, encourage redevelopment, and create a more walkable, sustainable, and equitable community.
📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Booker T. Washington Community Elementary School
755 E. Chestnut Avenue, Las Cruces
Community members are encouraged to attend, learn more about the planning process, and share their input!
If lightning or severe weather prompts shelter-in-place protocols at our schools, dismissal times could be affected, resulting in delays to afternoon bus routes. We appreciate your patience as we prioritize the safety of students and staff.
Families and students attending tonight's football game at the Field of Dreams are also reminded to follow all inclement weather protocols and directions from event personnel. Don't forget kickoff was moved up to 6 p.m.
Please review the district's inclement weather procedures here: https://www.lcps.net/page/inclement-weather-policies
Thank you for your cooperation as we work to keep everyone safe.
Pictured are members of Mayfield’s custodial team: Pete Chavez, Henry Montoya, Sammie Saiz, Alfredo Chavez, Jimmy Granado, Jerry Rought and Richard Misquez.
For generations, custodians have been an essential part of our school communities. Their hard work and care help create the spaces where students learn, teachers teach and memories are made.
We’re proud to recognize these members of the Mayfield family and the generations of custodians who have helped care for our schools.
This is Las Cruces Public Schools, then and now.
Get ready for another exciting night of high school football! The Las Cruces High School Bulldawgs are ready to defend their home turf as they take on the Carlsbad Cavemen tomorrow night!
📅 Friday, October 23
⏰ Kickoff at 6 p.m.
📍 Field of Dreams
📺 CAN'T MAKE IT TO THE GAME? WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED!
Thanks to LCPS-TV, you can catch all the action LIVE from wherever you are! Cheer on the Bulldawgs and enjoy every play with our livestream coverage.
🔴 WATCH LIVE HERE:
https://youtube.com/live/6JDGKkslxA0?feature=share
This week, we're shining the spotlight on two outstanding counselors at the new LCPS Connections Center, Norma Arrieta and Joseph Teran!
As part of the Innovative Learning and Student Support Department, these dedicated professionals have embraced new roles and responsibilities with enthusiasm, compassion and a commitment to student success.
From supporting full-time online learners through the Virtual Learning Academy (VLA) to assisting students at the Connections Center and FLEX students balancing coursework with their home campuses, Mrs. Arrieta and Mr. Teran manage complex caseloads while ensuring every student receives the guidance and support they need.
Whether navigating schedule changes, addressing individual student needs or helping students stay on track for graduation, they approach every challenge with positivity, patience and a student-first mindset.
Thank you, Mrs. Arrieta and Mr. Teran, for building connections, opening doors and helping LCPS students thrive! Your dedication is making a difference from day one! 💜
Join us for the Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education meeting tonight at 6:00 PM at the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex.
The agenda includes important updates and discussions about student achievement, school programs, and district priorities.
Highlights include:
• LCPS Foundation Grant Awards and student presentations
• Updates on the 6–12 Academy and school improvement plans
• Spring 2026 NMSSA assessment data and student academic achievement
• Proposed orchestra instrument purchases for Centennial High School
• Community partnerships, school donations, and program updates
• First readings of student fees and grading and reporting policies
• Discussion of a Local Solar Access Fund project grant
The meeting will also feature a performance by the Picacho Middle School Choral Ensemble and a report from Superintendent Ignacio Ruiz.
Stay informed about the decisions and initiatives shaping our schools and student success.
Livestream available here: https://www.lcps.net/page/board-agenda-livestream
Parents and teachers of students with special needs are invited to join us for Crucial Conversations, a collaborative event designed to strengthen communication, build partnerships and improve outcomes for students.
Hosted in partnership with the LCPS Special Education Department, the New Mexico Office of Special Education Ombud and the nonprofit Parents Reaching Out, this event will help families and educators better understand special education laws, share perspectives and explore ways to work together to support student success.
Saturday, October 24
9:00–11:00 a.m.
LCPS Family Support Center
505 S. Main St., Suite 301, Las Cruces
We encourage families to attend, ask questions, share experiences and connect with valuable resources. Together, we can build stronger partnerships for our students!
Please see the attached flyer for RSVP information.
Parents and caregivers, you're invited to a FREE parenting workshop focused on helping children develop healthy screentime habits! Join the Doña Ana County Resilience Leaders and Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) to learn practical strategies for setting boundaries, managing behavior and building stronger family relationships.
📅 Tuesday, Oct. 27
⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Booker T. Washington Community Elementary School
🍽️ Dinner and childcare will be provided!
This event is free and open to the public, but registration is requested.
✅ Register here: https://tinyurl.com/3c946b8r
For more information, contact Julie Estrada at 575-386-5131.
This photo captures a simple moment of student life at LCHS, but it also shows just how much the way students connect and communicate has changed over the years. No texts, no group chats, no smartphones in every pocket, just a phone on the wall and a few friends gathered nearby.
Some things change. The conversations, friendships and memories made at school never do.
This is Las Cruces Public Schools, then and now.
