Las Cruces Public Schools

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🌟 Thrive Thursday Spotlight 🌟

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!

Join the Bulldawgs tonight for a community forum featuring top candidates for the LCHS Principal position.

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).

On June 25, Gatorade announced that Corbin Coombs of Organ Mountain High School is the 2024–25 Gatorade New Mexico Boys Track & Field Player of the Year.

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!

This week, Gatorade announced Kaselle Davis of Las Cruces High School as the 2024–25 Gatorade New Mexico Girls Track & Field Player of the Year.

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!

Join us in celebrating the Class of 2025! The 2025 Summer High School graduates will take stage at 6p.m. in the gym at Mayfield High School. Can’t make it in person? Watch the ceremony live on LCPS.TV! Tune in here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bj56I6egn4c Let’s honor our amazing graduates as they take the stage! #LCPSGrad2025 #ClassOf2025

Calling all Bulldawgs! You are invited to a community forum at LCHS on July 1st at 6:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Lab (PAL) to hear from our top candidates for the principal position at Las Cruces High School. At the end of the forum, there will be an opportunity for you to give us feedback on who you'd like to see as the next Principal. ¡Atención, Bulldawgs! Los invitamos a un foro comunitario en LCHS el 1.º de julio a las 6:00 p.m. en el Centro de Artes Escénicas (PAL) para conocer a los principales candidatos al el puesto de director/a de la Las Cruces High School. Al final del foro, tendrán la oportunidad de compartir sus comentarios sobre a quién les gustaría ver como el/la próximo/a director/a. ¡Esperamos contar con su presencia!

Job Fair Announcement – Las Cruces Public Schools Nutrition Services Las Cruces Public Schools will be hosting a Nutrition Services Job Fair on Wednesday, July 2nd, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. On-site interviews will be conducted! 400 Bell Ave Las Cruces, NM Don’t miss this opportunity to join the LCPS Nutrition Services team. For more details, please see the flyer.

On June 24, Doña Ana County proudly recognized the Centennial Girls Softball team for their historic achievement in winning the 2025 5A State Championship. The Hawks completed an undefeated season, finishing with a remarkable 30-0 record! This marks Centennial’s third state championship in school history and their second consecutive 5A state title, a feat unmatched in the state for the past 10 years. The Hawks' incredible accomplishment also makes them the first unbeaten state champions in New Mexico since 2017. With a 33-game winning streak dating back to 2024, Centennial has cemented its place in New Mexico softball history. Congratulations on your outstanding performance and commitment to excellence!

Parents, are you ready for the next school year? LCPS is partnering with the New Mexico Department of Health to offer free back-to-school vaccinations. Join us Friday, June 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the LCPS Operations Department at 505 S. Main Street.

Enrollment for the 2025–2026 school year at Las Cruces Public Schools is open! Register today at LCPS, where every student is empowered to thrive. 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

We are hiring! Las Cruces Public Schools is hiring one full-time, 1.0 FTE Middle School Orchestra position - .5 FTE Zia Orchestra Head / .5 FTE Mesa Orchestra Assistant. Please visit www.lcps.net to apply. #Thrive575 #LasCrucesPublicSchools

Countdown to Nationals: Stay on Track with June & July’s LCPS Activities Roadmap to Success! Good luck to all our students competing this summer. Go LCPS! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities ⭐️ #HOSA #SkillsUSA #EdRising #TSA #FCCLA #LasCrucesPublicSchools

¡Alerta de Distribución de Alimentos! ¡El equipo de Alcance Comunitario Bilingüe de LCPS se ha asociado con el Banco de Alimentos Roadrunner de Nuevo México para organizar un evento de distribución de alimentos en formato drive-thru! Complejo de Béisbol Field of Dreams, 2300 Tashiro Dr. 20 de junio Comienza a las 9:30 AM — hasta agotar existencias ¡Servicio por orden de llegada! Habrá voluntarios en el lugar para ayudar. ¡Vea el volante para más detalles!

Food Drive Alert! The LCPS Bilingual Community Outreach team is partnering with Roadrunner Food Bank of New Mexico to host a drive-thru food distribution event! Field of Dreams Baseball Complex, 2300 Tashiro Dr. June 20 Starts at 9:30 AM — until supplies last First come, first served! Volunteers will be on-site to assist. See flyer for more details!

Enrollment for Early Childhood Education at Las Cruces Public Schools Is your child ready to begin their learning journey? Enrollment for the 2025–2026 school year is now open at Las Cruces Public Schools, and we’re excited to welcome new students into our Early Childhood Education Program! At LCPS, we believe in building strong foundations through play-based, hands-on learning that prepares every child for lifelong success. Our Early Childhood programs are designed to support the whole child socially, emotionally, and academically, starting from day one. Apply Today! Scan the QR code on the flyer (available in English and Spanish) to access the online application and get started. Or register online now: https://www.lcps.net/page/online-registration Need help with registration? Call our friendly Online Registration Team at (575) 525-7121 Or email us at ioteam@lcps.net

Inscripción para la Educación Infantil en las Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces ¿Está su hijo listo para comenzar su camino de aprendizaje? ¡La inscripción para el año escolar 2025–2026 ya está abierta en las Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces, y estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida a nuevos estudiantes a nuestro Programa de Educación Infantil! En LCPS, creemos en construir bases sólidas a través del aprendizaje práctico y basado en el juego, que prepara a cada niño para el éxito a lo largo de su vida. Nuestros programas de Educación Infantil están diseñados para apoyar al niño en su totalidad social, emocional y académicamente, desde el primer día. ¡Solicite hoy! Escanee el código QR en el volante (disponible en inglés y español) para acceder a la solicitud en línea y comenzar. O inscríbase en línea ahora: https://www.lcps.net/page/online-registration ¿Necesita ayuda con la inscripción? Llame a nuestro amable equipo de Inscripción en Línea al (575) 525-7121 O envíenos un correo electrónico a: ioteam@lcps.net

We're proud to highlight Ms. Torres, who was recognized by the NMSU Physical Science Laboratory for her work during this year’s STEM Mavericks Summer Camp! A core goal of STEM Mavericks is not just to inspire students, but also to empower teachers to bring fresh STEM knowledge back to their classrooms. This year, five dedicated educators joined the camp, learning alongside students and contributing their expertise. Ms. Torres, who teaches AP and regular Biology as well as Chemistry at Las Cruces High School, is the first of five outstanding teachers the PSL recognized. Her passion for science shines through everything she does, and participating in STEM Mavericks helps her broaden her own knowledge while introducing her students to STEM fields beyond the textbook. Thank you, Ms. Torres, for your dedication to science and to your students!

Congratulations to Ms. Angela Frausto for being recognized by the NMSU Physical Science Laboratory for work in this year’s STEM Mavericks Summer Camp. Ms. Frausto currently teaches both chemistry and physics at Las Cruces High School. She really loves STEM and is passionate about teaching students how to use AI and coding in the real world. Way to go, Ms. Frausto!

Thrive Thursday This week, we’re excited to spotlight Breanna Santome, the Family and Community Outreach Facilitator for the LCPS Bilingual Community Outreach team! Breanna has been instrumental in supporting LCPS families, building strong bridges between the district and community partners to sponsor food drives, hygiene drives, and more. She's known for her creative, outside-the-box thinking and tireless dedication to making a difference. Through her leadership, LCPS partners with organizations like Roadrunner Food Bank of New Mexico, Walmart (Walton & Valley), Albertsons, Sprouts, Tresco Inc., Fiesta Foods, Las Cruces First, and SaveMart just to name a few. Today LCPS hosted its first drive-thru food distribution event at Central Office in partnership with Roadrunner Food Bank, an initiative Breanna helped bring to life! Starting today, these events will take place every first Thursday of the month at the LCPS Family Support Center (9:30 AM until supplies last). Thank you, Breanna, for keeping our students and their families at the heart of everything you do. Your work inspires us all. #ThriveThursday #LCPSCommunity #FamilySupport #StrongerTogether