Flashback Friday
In 1981, the Mayfield High School Trojan Marching Band stood at the top of the region. Under the direction of Ross Ramsey, these student musicians earned back-to-back Rocky Mountain States Championships, a testament to their discipline, pride, and unmistakable sound.
From the stands to the field, this group carried the spirit of Mayfield with excellence and unity.
That tradition of performance and pride still echoes today in every note played.
This is Las Cruces Public Schools, then and now.
In 1981, the Mayfield High School Trojan Marching Band stood at the top of the region. Under the direction of Ross Ramsey, these student musicians earned back-to-back Rocky Mountain States Championships, a testament to their discipline, pride, and unmistakable sound.
From the stands to the field, this group carried the spirit of Mayfield with excellence and unity.
That tradition of performance and pride still echoes today in every note played.
This is Las Cruces Public Schools, then and now.
We’re proud to see students from Las Cruces Public Schools stepping into leadership roles as part of the first Doña Ana County Youth Commission!
These young leaders are making their voices heard and helping shape the future. They’ll serve as a vital bridge between youth and County Commissioners, bringing ideas forward and reporting back to help build a stronger community.
We’re grateful for our partnership with Doña Ana County and excited to see their impact!
These young leaders are making their voices heard and helping shape the future. They’ll serve as a vital bridge between youth and County Commissioners, bringing ideas forward and reporting back to help build a stronger community.
We’re grateful for our partnership with Doña Ana County and excited to see their impact!
✨ Thrive Thursday Spotlight ✨
Drumroll, please… 🥁
Today, we’re celebrating the absolute rockstars of Las Cruces Public Schools, our 2025–2026 Campus Employees of the Year, along with our district semifinalists and finalists for our employee of the year award categories.
These are the early-morning-arriving, late-staying, go-the-extra-mile-without-being-asked kind of people. The ones who somehow juggle it all, make it look easy, and still find time to lift others up along the way. From classrooms to campuses, offices to operations, these individuals represent the very best of what it means to teach, serve, lead, and make a difference in LCPS. Their impact reaches far beyond their roles. They are shaping experiences, building connections, and helping our students thrive every single day.
To our Campus Employees of the Year, semifinalists, and finalists—we see you, we celebrate you, and we are so proud of you!
Watch the honorees here: https://youtu.be/4asKk6A-4F8?si=H8KXrC4Nda276zJP
Drumroll, please… 🥁
Today, we’re celebrating the absolute rockstars of Las Cruces Public Schools, our 2025–2026 Campus Employees of the Year, along with our district semifinalists and finalists for our employee of the year award categories.
These are the early-morning-arriving, late-staying, go-the-extra-mile-without-being-asked kind of people. The ones who somehow juggle it all, make it look easy, and still find time to lift others up along the way. From classrooms to campuses, offices to operations, these individuals represent the very best of what it means to teach, serve, lead, and make a difference in LCPS. Their impact reaches far beyond their roles. They are shaping experiences, building connections, and helping our students thrive every single day.
To our Campus Employees of the Year, semifinalists, and finalists—we see you, we celebrate you, and we are so proud of you!
Watch the honorees here: https://youtu.be/4asKk6A-4F8?si=H8KXrC4Nda276zJP
In Track & Field, the Centennial Hawks are chasing more than wins, they’re chasing their personal best.
Hear directly from the athletes as they share what it takes to push limits in individual events while coming together as a team to stay focused, motivated, and strong.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fI8IudBBKWg
Hear directly from the athletes as they share what it takes to push limits in individual events while coming together as a team to stay focused, motivated, and strong.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fI8IudBBKWg
Step up to the plate with Mayfield High School’s softball and baseball players! From training tips and pre-game superstitions to what goes through their minds before taking the mound, LCPS.TV takes you behind the scenes with an exclusive player interview.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/P5iMgBe_ES8
Watch here: https://youtu.be/P5iMgBe_ES8
On April 2, the World Autism Awareness Day celebration at Cesar Chavez Elementary School brought our community together in the most meaningful way. With hand-painted banners held high, the Coyotes proudly joined Batman, the Easter Bunny, Tito the Coyote, the Organ Mountain High School Royal Regiment, OMHS Coed Cheer, and the Autism Support Squad to lead the Autism Acceptance Walk.
Today and every day, we celebrate and embrace the strengths, talents, and individuality of our students with wonderfully unique abilities.
Today and every day, we celebrate and embrace the strengths, talents, and individuality of our students with wonderfully unique abilities.
It’s Top Spin Thursday!
Today we’re serving up insights straight from the court with the athletes of Organ Mountain High School’s boys’ and girls’ tennis teams!
From building unstoppable stamina to mastering the mental game and even battling the elements, these players break down what it really takes to stay cool, calm, and laser-focused under pressure.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdWF2RmAEjw
Today we’re serving up insights straight from the court with the athletes of Organ Mountain High School’s boys’ and girls’ tennis teams!
From building unstoppable stamina to mastering the mental game and even battling the elements, these players break down what it really takes to stay cool, calm, and laser-focused under pressure.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdWF2RmAEjw
✨ Thrive Thursday Spotlight ✨
Today we are proud to celebrate two outstanding educators at Mesilla Valley Leadership Academy who truly embody what it means to be the district where all learners thrive — Rebecca Cram and Kelly Covert!
These incredible leaders go above and beyond every single day to support students both inside and outside the classroom. From stepping up as After School Program Directors to guiding student groups like STUCO and the Knowledge Bowl, Ms. Cram and Ms. Covert create meaningful opportunities for students to grow, lead, and succeed.
Their dedication, energy, and heart make a lasting impact on our school community — and most importantly, in the lives of our students. 💜
Thank you, Ms. Cram and Ms. Covert, for giving your all and helping our students thrive every day. We appreciate you! 👏
Today we are proud to celebrate two outstanding educators at Mesilla Valley Leadership Academy who truly embody what it means to be the district where all learners thrive — Rebecca Cram and Kelly Covert!
These incredible leaders go above and beyond every single day to support students both inside and outside the classroom. From stepping up as After School Program Directors to guiding student groups like STUCO and the Knowledge Bowl, Ms. Cram and Ms. Covert create meaningful opportunities for students to grow, lead, and succeed.
Their dedication, energy, and heart make a lasting impact on our school community — and most importantly, in the lives of our students. 💜
Thank you, Ms. Cram and Ms. Covert, for giving your all and helping our students thrive every day. We appreciate you! 👏
Personal Best Wednesday!
Today, we’re on the track with the Las Cruces High School track & field teams! Athletes share the personal bests they’re chasing from the starting line and what it takes to get there.
Both the boys’ and girls’ teams open up about teamwork, support, and what fuels their success.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://youtu.be/viPtyPuPQk8
Today, we’re on the track with the Las Cruces High School track & field teams! Athletes share the personal bests they’re chasing from the starting line and what it takes to get there.
Both the boys’ and girls’ teams open up about teamwork, support, and what fuels their success.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://youtu.be/viPtyPuPQk8
Get game ready, LCPS!
LCPS, in partnership with La Clinica, is offering Sports Physical Clinics this April & May for students participating in spring athletics, ROTC, band and bowling!
✅ Multiple school locations
✅ Evening & daytime options
✅ All insurance accepted
💲 Only $20 for uninsured students
Parents, all forms were sent to you today via ParentSquare.
Don’t wait—get your student cleared and ready for the season ahead!
📞 575-528-8451 | 575-248-5109
📄 See flyer for full schedule & details:
LCPS, in partnership with La Clinica, is offering Sports Physical Clinics this April & May for students participating in spring athletics, ROTC, band and bowling!
✅ Multiple school locations
✅ Evening & daytime options
✅ All insurance accepted
💲 Only $20 for uninsured students
Parents, all forms were sent to you today via ParentSquare.
Don’t wait—get your student cleared and ready for the season ahead!
📞 575-528-8451 | 575-248-5109
📄 See flyer for full schedule & details:
It's Batter Up Monday!
Step into the batter's box with returning champs Centennial Hawks softball and Hawks baseball team representatives. Hear how analytics shape decisions and chanting from the dugout are a big part of game.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVHOxp-P6DQ
Step into the batter's box with returning champs Centennial Hawks softball and Hawks baseball team representatives. Hear how analytics shape decisions and chanting from the dugout are a big part of game.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVHOxp-P6DQ
Las Cruces Public Schools will host a drive-thru food distribution on Thursday, April 2, at 9:00 AM in front of the LCPS Family Support Center (505 S. Main St., Suite 249).
• Limited to the first 75 households.
• Lines form early, so please plan to arrive before 9am.
See the flyer for more details.
Las Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces organizarán una distribución de alimentos tipo drive-thru el jueves 2 de abril a las 9:00 AM frente al Centro de Apoyo Familiar de LCPS (505 S. Main St., Suite 249).
• Limitado a las primeras 75 familias.
• Las filas se forman temprano, así que planifique llegar antes de las 9am.
Consulte el volante para obtener más detalles.
• Limited to the first 75 households.
• Lines form early, so please plan to arrive before 9am.
See the flyer for more details.
Las Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces organizarán una distribución de alimentos tipo drive-thru el jueves 2 de abril a las 9:00 AM frente al Centro de Apoyo Familiar de LCPS (505 S. Main St., Suite 249).
• Limitado a las primeras 75 familias.
• Las filas se forman temprano, así que planifique llegar antes de las 9am.
Consulte el volante para obtener más detalles.
Great first responder training at LCPS as Doña Ana County Fire Rescue teams gear up for the final round of this school year’s New Mexico EV school bus pilot project!
Two Green Power Buses, Type A, all-electric, purpose-built, zero-emission Nano BEASTs will be hitting daily routes through the end of May. Excited to see innovation and safety driving the future forward!
Two Green Power Buses, Type A, all-electric, purpose-built, zero-emission Nano BEASTs will be hitting daily routes through the end of May. Excited to see innovation and safety driving the future forward!
Happy Monday! LCPS would like to invite you and your family to join us for our 2026 LCPS Spring Literacy Extravaganza on Thursday, April 9, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at the LCPS Field of Dreams Soccer Complex.
This fun, family-friendly event will celebrate the joy of reading and learning with literacy games, free books, food trucks, prizes, and more. It’s a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community and support a love of literacy for all learners.
We hope to see you there!
Doña Ana County Spring Elementary Art Show
Celebrating Young Artists in Las Cruces! We visited the Doña Ana County Manager’s Complex to celebrate the incredible elementary art students from Las Cruces Public Schools!
For more than 25 years, Doña Ana County and our schools have partnered together to give students the opportunity to showcase their creativity in a public space.
These young artists remind us that creativity has the power to inspire, connect, and transform our community, proof that big dreams often begin with a single brushstroke.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIv8cZUnjNA
Celebrating Young Artists in Las Cruces! We visited the Doña Ana County Manager’s Complex to celebrate the incredible elementary art students from Las Cruces Public Schools!
For more than 25 years, Doña Ana County and our schools have partnered together to give students the opportunity to showcase their creativity in a public space.
These young artists remind us that creativity has the power to inspire, connect, and transform our community, proof that big dreams often begin with a single brushstroke.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIv8cZUnjNA
Flashback Friday!
In 1999, the Las Cruces High School Bulldawg Football team went 14–0 under Coach Jim Miller and finished the season with a state championship win over Roswell Goddard.
But what they built did not end that year.
You can still feel it today in the pride of Friday nights, in the way this community shows up to support athletics, and in every Bulldawg who takes the field believing in something bigger than themselves.
This is Las Cruces Public Schools, then and now.
In 1999, the Las Cruces High School Bulldawg Football team went 14–0 under Coach Jim Miller and finished the season with a state championship win over Roswell Goddard.
But what they built did not end that year.
You can still feel it today in the pride of Friday nights, in the way this community shows up to support athletics, and in every Bulldawg who takes the field believing in something bigger than themselves.
This is Las Cruces Public Schools, then and now.
LCPS Board of Education Recognitions
Shoutout to Manuel, Amariz, Jose & Karli from Mesilla Park Elementary for proudly leading the Pledge of Allegiance at this week’s Board of Education meeting!
Huge applause for the Picacho MS Screamin’ Scorpion Jazz Band for an outstanding performance! Thank you to our talented students and Ms. Lang for representing Picacho with pride!
Congratulations to Lily Miller (Zia MS) for earning the 2D Middle School Art Exhibit Award for her piece “Heart”! Her creativity and printmaking skills earned her a $50 award. Way to go!
Congrats to Kira Sanchez (Picacho MS), winner of the 3D Middle School Art Exhibit Award! Her piece “What it Means to be Human” earned top honors and a $50 prize. Amazing work!
Congratulations to Gabriela Alaniz, LCPS Executive Director of Teaching & Learning, named 2026 Administrator of the Year by NM ACTE! Thank you for your passion and commitment to expanding opportunities for students.
Mesilla Park Community Elementary was recognized statewide for excellence in bilingual multicultural education! A proud example of student growth, bilingual success, and academic achievement in LCPS.
Shoutout to Manuel, Amariz, Jose & Karli from Mesilla Park Elementary for proudly leading the Pledge of Allegiance at this week’s Board of Education meeting!
Huge applause for the Picacho MS Screamin’ Scorpion Jazz Band for an outstanding performance! Thank you to our talented students and Ms. Lang for representing Picacho with pride!
Congratulations to Lily Miller (Zia MS) for earning the 2D Middle School Art Exhibit Award for her piece “Heart”! Her creativity and printmaking skills earned her a $50 award. Way to go!
Congrats to Kira Sanchez (Picacho MS), winner of the 3D Middle School Art Exhibit Award! Her piece “What it Means to be Human” earned top honors and a $50 prize. Amazing work!
Congratulations to Gabriela Alaniz, LCPS Executive Director of Teaching & Learning, named 2026 Administrator of the Year by NM ACTE! Thank you for your passion and commitment to expanding opportunities for students.
Mesilla Park Community Elementary was recognized statewide for excellence in bilingual multicultural education! A proud example of student growth, bilingual success, and academic achievement in LCPS.
Las Cruces Public Schools is proud to recognize National AI Literacy Day! 🤖✨
From classrooms to career pathways, our students are exploring how artificial intelligence is shaping the world around them—building the skills they need to think critically, innovate, and thrive in a rapidly changing future.
At LCPS, we’re committed to preparing learners for tomorrow, today. 💡
From classrooms to career pathways, our students are exploring how artificial intelligence is shaping the world around them—building the skills they need to think critically, innovate, and thrive in a rapidly changing future.
At LCPS, we’re committed to preparing learners for tomorrow, today. 💡
CTE Student of the Week!
Congratulations to Carter Chamberlin on being named our CTE Student of the Week!
Carter, a senior at Las Cruces High School, has demonstrated outstanding dedication both in the classroom and through his leadership. As an active member and officer in National Honor Society, Mock Trial, and HOSA, he consistently shows responsibility, commitment, and a true passion for learning.
Through the ACE program, Carter is gaining real-world experience by interning at MountainView Regional Medical Center and Southwest Eye Clinic. Outside of school, he continues to make a positive impact through his involvement in 4-H and the Doña Ana County 4-H Leadership Team.
This recognition reflects Carter’s hard work, leadership, and dedication to his future career.
Congratulations to Carter Chamberlin on being named our CTE Student of the Week!
Carter, a senior at Las Cruces High School, has demonstrated outstanding dedication both in the classroom and through his leadership. As an active member and officer in National Honor Society, Mock Trial, and HOSA, he consistently shows responsibility, commitment, and a true passion for learning.
Through the ACE program, Carter is gaining real-world experience by interning at MountainView Regional Medical Center and Southwest Eye Clinic. Outside of school, he continues to make a positive impact through his involvement in 4-H and the Doña Ana County 4-H Leadership Team.
This recognition reflects Carter’s hard work, leadership, and dedication to his future career.
Thank you to Citizens Bank of Las Cruces for their longstanding partnership and commitment to student success through the High School Debit Card Program.
Through this initiative, the bank has consistently contributed more than $23,000 annually to Las Cruces Public Schools, creating meaningful opportunities for students across our community. The program also features custom-designed debit cards that celebrate and represent our local schools.
The LCPS Board of Education proudly recognized Rhena Leitermann and Travis Tarry, Vice Presidents of the bank, for their leadership and dedication.
Beyond the debit card program, Citizens Bank continues to invest in education through impactful initiatives such as the “Field of Dreams” scoreboard project and the “Mad City Money” financial literacy program.
Through this initiative, the bank has consistently contributed more than $23,000 annually to Las Cruces Public Schools, creating meaningful opportunities for students across our community. The program also features custom-designed debit cards that celebrate and represent our local schools.
The LCPS Board of Education proudly recognized Rhena Leitermann and Travis Tarry, Vice Presidents of the bank, for their leadership and dedication.
Beyond the debit card program, Citizens Bank continues to invest in education through impactful initiatives such as the “Field of Dreams” scoreboard project and the “Mad City Money” financial literacy program.
