This Thrive Thursday, we’re shining the headlights on two behind-the-scenes heroes who keep Las Cruces Public Schools rolling smoothly every day: Ben Serrano and Jean Escobar from our Transportation team.
Together, Ben and Jean are the steady hands on the wheel, coordinating bus routes in partnership with STS New Mexico and managing the LCPS fleet to ensure students and administrators arrive safely and on time. From early morning routes to last-minute adjustments and dozens of field trips, their work is a daily puzzle of logistics, communication, and care for our school community.
Thanks to Ben and Jean, learning doesn’t miss a stop and our district keeps moving forward. 🚍💙
Join us in thanking them for the dedication and teamwork that help LCPS thrive!
The LCPS food distribution will be starting at 9am today in front of the LCPS Family Support Center at the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex
La distribución de alimentos de LCPS comenzará hoy a las 9 a. m. frente al Centro de Apoyo Familiar de LCPS, en el Complejo Administrativo Dra. Karen M. Trujillo.
The spring semester starts tomorrow 🎒✨
✔️ Regular bell schedules resume
✔️ Bus routes and school meals are back, including our Walking School Bus routes!
✔️ Please help students arrive on time and ready to learn
We’re excited to kick off a great spring semester together! 💛📚
Hear what music gets them hyped before a meet, their strongest strokes, and the goals they’re chasing.
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7CHAZBUQpA
This week, we are proud to spotlight the Migrant Education Program Team, whose work truly captures the spirit of the season. Each year, their Wish Upon a Star Tree turns generosity into action—spreading joy, and holiday cheer to students and families across our district.
Through the Migrant Education Program, the team serves more than 100 families. This year alone, 303 students from the Migrant Education Program and McKinney-Vento will receive gifts through the Wish Upon a Star initiative. Thanks to the incredible generosity of LCPS employees and our community, this season shines a little brighter and reminds us of the magic that happens when we come together for our students. We are deeply thankful for the collective support that makes moments like these possible. Because of this team, and the community that stands with them, hundreds of students are supported in meaningful ways that extend beyond the classroom. Thank you for making the holidays brighter for so many of our students and families.
Scan the QR code or click the link below to complete the survey by January 9, 2026. Your voice matters!
Interested in serving on the interview committee? Contact Lily Aranda, laranda1@lcps.net for more information.
Watch here: Https://youtu.be/A4ZgXb-EjxE
Her advice: “Remember why you started and work hard even when nobody is watching.”
Congratulations to Sammy Abeyta, our LCPS Athlete of the Week! He’s a junior and Captain of the wrestling team at OMHS with a 3.6 GPA. Sammy leads with consistency, values his coaches, and puts team success first.
His advice: “Don’t get too high on the highs or too low in the lows, forward momentum is always the goal.”
UPDATE: Las Cruces Public Schools will host another food distribution on Friday, Dec. 19, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Nutrition Services warehouse next to the Field of Dreams, 2101 Tashiro Drive. Children do not need to be present to receive food boxes. Additional information will be posted soon.
This Thrive Thursday, we’re shining the spotlight on Maria Guerra, LCPS Director of Nutrition Services, and Brian Montoya, Nutrition Services Coordinator, whose leadership and heart keep our school communities nourished far beyond the cafeteria line.
This week, Maria and Brian led an incredible effort to distribute thousands of holiday meal kits, making sure students and families had access to nutritious meals throughout the holiday break. Behind every box was thoughtful planning, long hours, and the teamwork of our dedicated Nutrition Services staff and cafeteria teams, who showed up with care, efficiency, and a deep commitment to our students.
Because of their work, families can focus on rest, connection, and celebration, knowing meals are taken care of. That’s what thriving looks like: compassion in action and service that reaches every table.
Thank you, Maria, Brian, and the entire Nutrition Services team at Las Cruces Public Schools for feeding both bodies and community spirit. 💙🍎
LCPS is proud to congratulate Shawna Bailey, Director of Health Services, on receiving the New Mexico Alliance for School-Based Health Care Award.
Thank you, Shawna, for your leadership and dedication to keeping our students and staff healthy.
Visual Arts Teacher: Tara Martinez
Award presented by Picture Frame Factory Outlet & Gallery, Greg Groves, owner
Congratulations to Mia Maes from Organ Mountain High School!
Mia was recognized Tuesday night by the LCPS Board of Education for winning the 2-D Art Award for her piece, “Underworld.”
Visual Arts Teacher: Ana Iguaran
Award presented by Picture Frame Factory Outlet & Gallery, Greg Groves, owner
Watch here: https://youtu.be/2BK8_jPfEYo
Go behind the scenes to see how they train all season long, experience the grind of a 6 a.m. practice, and learn the techniques swimmers use to shave seconds off their races.
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWq2uPZIyh8
The Las Cruces boys will play first against the Da Vinci Dragons on Thursday, December 18, at 9 a.m. at the Centennial High School Gym.
Livestream only on LCPS.TV: https://youtube.com/live/gOm6jpLSmCM?feature=share
More than 400 kids from throughout Dona Ana County and 200-plus volunteers from law enforcement and various organizations participated in the Cops and Kids shopping experience Saturday morning at the Walmart on Rinconada Boulevard.
The event is sponsored by the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 8, in partnership with the Las Cruces Public Schools’ Title 1 Part C program and Walmart. All area Walmart stores helped make this experience possible.
A big THANK YOU to all who participated! You brought smiles to many families. ❤️
Today, City leaders, School Board Members, and staff from LCPS and CLC visited Desert Hills Elementary, Monte Vista Elementary, Highland Elementary, Camino Real Middle School, Mesa Middle School, and Rio Grande Preparatory Institute to recognize these outstanding students.
Big congratulations to Ally, Alexa, Aubrey, Riley, Dillon, and Mia — each honored at their schools for the positive impact they make.
These students lift others up, including their classmates, and help create welcoming, supportive school communities. Their actions help our city Thrive with Cariño.
Congratulations to the team at the Challenger Learning Center of Las Cruces!
Time to celebrate some milestones! Today, Commander Jensen flew his 1000th mission. Commander Switzer hit that mark just last month. Commander Guitar has now surpassed 1250 missions and is looking forward to 1500. Help us in congratulating our flight directors for their work with Las Cruces youth. Their mission is to inspire students to pursue STEM related careers.
