A big congratulations to all our LCPS students who competed in the Science Olympiad State Championships over the weekend! Your hard work, dedication, and passion are truly inspiring. Way to go, teams! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities #LasCrucesPublicSchools
4 months ago, Samantha Lewis
A big congratulations to all our LCPS students who competed in the Science Olympiad State Championships over the weekend! Your hard work, dedication, and passion are truly inspiring. Way to go, teams! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities #LasCrucesPublicSchools
A big congratulations to all our LCPS students who competed in the Science Olympiad State Championships over the weekend! Your hard work, dedication, and passion are truly inspiring. Way to go, teams! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities #LasCrucesPublicSchools
A big congratulations to all our LCPS students who competed in the Science Olympiad State Championships over the weekend! Your hard work, dedication, and passion are truly inspiring. Way to go, teams! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities #LasCrucesPublicSchools
A big congratulations to all our LCPS students who competed in the Science Olympiad State Championships over the weekend! Your hard work, dedication, and passion are truly inspiring. Way to go, teams! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities #LasCrucesPublicSchools
A big congratulations to all our LCPS students who competed in the Science Olympiad State Championships over the weekend! Your hard work, dedication, and passion are truly inspiring. Way to go, teams! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities #LasCrucesPublicSchools
Shoutout to the incredible LCHS Pom’s team for bringing their A-game at the City of Champions competition in Artesia this past Saturday, February 22! These talented ladies rocked the stage, taking home TWO second-place trophies—one for their amazing Pom routine and another for their high-energy Hip-Hop performance! We are very proud of all their hard work and dedication! #CityofChampions #LCHSPoms
4 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Shoutout to the incredible LCHS Pom’s team for bringing their A-game at the City of Champions competition in Artesia this past Saturday, February 22!
Shoutout to the incredible LCHS Pom’s team for bringing their A-game at the City of Champions competition in Artesia this past Saturday, February 22!
Shoutout to the incredible LCHS Pom’s team for bringing their A-game at the City of Champions competition in Artesia this past Saturday, February 22!
Shoutout to the incredible LCHS Pom’s team for bringing their A-game at the City of Champions competition in Artesia this past Saturday, February 22!
You’re invited to join us for Impact 25 and Sábado Gigante, a combined event this year! The conference, themed "Bridging Educación Bilingüe y Tecnologia," will be held on March 28 & 29, 2025 at Organ Mountain High School. Friday, March 28 will feature a special welcome to the conference, complete with dinner and a special speaker. Saturday, March 29 will follow up with breakfast, numerous conference presentations to choose from, and a luncheon with a keynote speaker. The event is free to the public. For more information, please visit: https://www.lcps.net/article/2038492 Register today: https://sabadoimpact.sched.com/registration
4 months ago, Samantha Lewis
You’re invited to join us for Impact 25 and Sábado Gigante, a combined event this year! The conference, themed "Bridging Educación Bilingüe y Tecnologia," will be held on March 28 & 29, 2025 at Organ Mountain High School.
This year’s 2025 Unified Sweetheart Dance was a heartwarming celebration held Friday at Sierra Middle School! Schools from across the community came together for a day filled with laughter, music, dancing, and pure joy. Our low-incidence students had the opportunity to get dressed up, dance, and create unforgettable memories with their peers. A beautiful way to celebrate friendship and inclusion! #UnifiedSweetheartDance #Community #Inclusion #UnforgettableMemories Brought to you by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkIOfFZfcjk
4 months ago, Samantha Lewis
This year’s 2025 Unified Sweetheart Dance was a heartwarming celebration held Friday at Sierra Middle School! Schools from across the community came together for a day filled with laughter, music, dancing, and pure joy.
🚨 33 days and counting! 🚨 The LCPS Tell the Story Film Showcase is back on the big screen! 🎬✨ 📅 March 26 & 27 📍 Cineport 10, Las Cruces 🎟 Red carpet: 5 PM | Showtimes: 6 & 7 PM Don’t miss this incredible celebration of student filmmaking! Scan the QR code or visit 🔗 https://www.lcps.net/page/tellthestory for details. #TellTheStoryLCPS 🎥🌟
5 months ago, Kelly Jameson
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🌟 Thrive Thursday Staff Spotlight 🌟 Nicholas Crews is making a difference as a low-incidence special education teacher at Vista Middle School! Now in his 13th year of teaching, Nicholas is passionate about helping students reach their full potential. His greatest joy? Watching his students exceed expectations and progress in ways that inspire everyone around them. Seeing their growth fuels his commitment to creating a supportive and empowering environment where all learners thrive! Thank you, Mr. Crews, for your dedication and the difference you make every day!
5 months ago, Kelly Jameson
Purple gradient graphic with photo of Mr. Crews for Thrive Thursday spotlight
Parents, don't miss this opportunity to help your student become a confident reader! The Summer Reading Program is free, and can improve reading, writing and confidence. Learn more at https://www.literacy.nm.gov/ or scan the QR code on this digital flyer.
5 months ago, Kelly Jameson
green and white summer reading flyer
Join us on February 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Organ Mountain High School for a powerful celebration of Black History through School Yard Rap! This event is open to all LCPS families and is sponsored in collaboration with the NMPED. Don’t miss this uplifting production that will educate and inspire, highlighting the remarkable achievements of Black Americans and the African experience. Learn more: https://www.schoolyardrap.com/assemblies/ #BlackHistoryMonth #SchoolYardRap #LCPS #NMPED #CelebrateBlackHistory
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Join us on February 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Organ Mountain High School for a powerful celebration of Black History through School Yard Rap!
Join us on February 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Organ Mountain High School for a powerful celebration of Black History through School Yard Rap!
Shoutout to our LCPS Student-Athlete of the Week, Joy Hunt! From Centennial High School, Joy is a powerhouse on the court, playing forward for the Hawks. Averaging 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game, she’s proven time and time again that hard work and dedication pay off.
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Shoutout to our LCPS Student-Athlete of the Week, Joy Hunt! From Centennial High School, Joy is a powerhouse on the court, playing forward for the Hawks. Averaging 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game, she’s proven time and time again that hard work and dedication pay off.
Congrats to our LCPS Student-Athlete of the Week, Andres Atencio-Villegas! A standout forward for Centennial HS basketball, averaging 12 PTS, 6 REB, and 3 AST. Coach Carrillo praises Andres for his leadership, encouragement, and heart both on & off the court!
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Congrats to our LCPS Student-Athlete of the Week, Andres Atencio-Villegas! A standout forward for Centennial HS basketball, averaging 12 PTS, 6 REB, and 3 AST. Coach Carrillo praises Andres for his leadership, encouragement, and heart both on & off the court!
Congratulations to Josias Piña, a senior at Organ Mountain High School, who was awarded a $500 scholarship to DACC during today's Scholarship Riches event at DACC. The Scholarship Riches event took place this afternoon at the DACC East Mesa campus, spotlighting scholarship opportunities available at the college. Throughout the event, eight $500 scholarships were randomly awarded every half hour to eligible students. These scholarships were made possible through the generosity of Dr. Don Cotter and Randy Farmer of Las Cruces. Photos: Josias Piña is pictured with Dr. Don Cotter
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Congratulations to Josias Piña, a senior at Organ Mountain High School, who was awarded a $500 scholarship to DACC during today's Scholarship Riches event at DACC.
Congratulations to Josias Piña, a senior at Organ Mountain High School, who was awarded a $500 scholarship to DACC during today's Scholarship Riches event at DACC.
Today is the 2nd Annual LCPS Secretaries Conference at Arrowhead Park Early College High School. These busy bees are the faces we see every morning, setting the tone for the day with their hard work and dedication. Though the impact of their efforts is immeasurable, they never fail to greet staff and families with warmth and a smile. Thank you for everything you do — your contributions make a difference every day at LCPS!
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Today is the 2nd Annual LCPS Secretaries Conference at Arrowhead Park Early College High School. These busy bees are the faces we see every morning, setting the tone for the day with their hard work and dedication. Though the impact of their efforts is immeasurable, they never fail to greet staff and families with warmth and a smile.
Congratulations to the Organ Mountain Knights for clinching the District title last night, they are your District 3-5A THREE-PEAT Champions! 🏆🏀🔥 #BackToBackToBack #OrganMountainKnights #Basketball #DistrictChamps
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Congratulations to the Organ Mountain Knights for clinching the District title last night, they are your District 3-5A THREE-PEAT Champions!
As we recognize Black History Month, we honor the incredible contributions of African Americans who have shaped our nation's history. Today, we honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader whose courage and vision changed the world. Through his commitment to justice, equality, and nonviolence, Dr. King led the Civil Rights Movement and inspired generations to work toward a more inclusive society. His iconic "I Have a Dream" speech remains a powerful reminder of the importance of unity and the ongoing fight for freedom and equality for all. Learn more about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.:https://naacp.org/find-resources/history-explained/civil-rights-leaders/martin-luther-king-jr
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
As we recognize Black History Month, we honor the incredible contributions of African Americans who have shaped our nation's history. Today, we honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader whose courage and vision changed the world. Through his commitment to justice, equality, and nonviolence, Dr. King led the Civil Rights Movement and inspired generations to work toward a more inclusive society. His iconic "I Have a Dream" speech remains a powerful reminder of the importance of unity and the ongoing fight for freedom and equality for all.
It’s the final week of the girls’ basketball season, so tune in for an exciting 5A District 3 High School basketball game featuring Organ Mountain Knights (7-16 overall, 3-5 district) battling the Centennial Hawks (10-13 overall, 5-3 district) from The Nest on Monday February 17. Tip-off at 7:00 p.m. #highschoolsports #girlsbasketball #nmaa Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxAB02ijR1U
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
It’s the final week of the girls’ basketball season, so tune in for an exciting 5A District 3 High School basketball game featuring Organ Mountain Knights (7-16 overall, 3-5 district) battling the Centennial Hawks (10-13 overall, 5-3 district) from The Nest
Congratulations to the National Coed Cheerleading Champions from Organ Mountain High School! This marks the Knights' SECOND National Championship title! All the hours of practice, dedication, and flawless performances paid off. From game days to stunts and routines, you crushed it! We couldn’t be prouder of you all! Go Knights! #NationalChamps #KnightsPride #HardWorkPaysOff
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Congratulations to the National Coed Cheerleading Champions from Organ Mountain High School! This marks the Knights' SECOND National Championship title! All the hours of practice, dedication, and flawless performances paid off. From game days to stunts and routines, you crushed it! We couldn’t be prouder of you all! Go Knights!
Congratulations to the National Coed Cheerleading Champions from Organ Mountain High School! This marks the Knights' SECOND National Championship title! All the hours of practice, dedication, and flawless performances paid off. From game days to stunts and routines, you crushed it! We couldn’t be prouder of you all! Go Knights!
Happy Presidents’ Day! Today, we celebrate the legacy of our nation's leaders who have shaped the course of history. Their dedication to service reminds us of the power of education and leadership in making a positive impact. As we honor their contributions, let's inspire our students to continue striving for excellence and becoming tomorrow's leaders.
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Happy Presidents’ Day! Today, we celebrate the legacy of our nation's leaders who have shaped the course of history. Their dedication to service reminds us of the power of education and leadership in making a positive impact. As we honor their contributions, let's inspire our students to continue striving for excellence and becoming tomorrow's leaders.
Congratulations to Ariella Bluth, an outstanding 5th grader at Desert Hills Elementary School & an Honorary Lieutenant Governor in the Roundhouse last week. Lt. Governor Howie Morales said he was glad to be able to offer young New Mexicans the chance to learn about the inner workings of our democracy and the State’s legislative & the executive processes first-hand and in-person. Adding, that out-of-school-time learning can be invaluable for students. #nmleg
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Congratulations to Ariella Bluth, an outstanding 5th grader at Desert Hills Elementary School in Las Cruces & an Honorary Lieutenant Governor in the Roundhouse this week. I am glad to be able to offer young New Mexicans the chance to learn about the inner workings of our democracy and the State’s legislative & the executive processes first-hand and in-person. Out-of-school-time learning can be invaluable for students. #nmleg
Congratulations to Ariella Bluth, an outstanding 5th grader at Desert Hills Elementary School in Las Cruces & an Honorary Lieutenant Governor in the Roundhouse this week. I am glad to be able to offer young New Mexicans the chance to learn about the inner workings of our democracy and the State’s legislative & the executive processes first-hand and in-person. Out-of-school-time learning can be invaluable for students. #nmleg
Thrilled to congratulate the amazing students in @ENLACE_SNM's annual Legislative Internship program! They had an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the State Capitol and learn from Lt. Governor Howie Morales. Keep shining! #nmleg
5 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Thrilled to congratulate the amazing students in @ENLACE_SNM's annual Legislative Internship program! They had an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the State Capitol and learn from Lt. Governor Howie Morales. Keep shining! #nmleg
Thank you to ENLACE New Mexico which has been empowering students’ educational experiences and communities’ voices & civic engagement for 20 + years. Glad to meet great high school students from across NM & their educators who were in ENLACE’s 2025 Legislative Internship program.
🌟 Thrive Thursday Staff Spotlight 🌟 This week, we’re celebrating Laura Bryant, a dedicated 3rd grade dual language teacher at Central Elementary School! Now in her 17th year with LCPS, Laura is passionate about empowering students and supporting educators. A National Board Certified Teacher, she is actively involved in teacher leadership and professional development, serving on the boards of NEA-Las Cruces and New Mexico’s NBCT Network. She also mentors educators in culturally responsive teaching and was named a 2024 i-Ready Math Extraordinary Educator. Laura’s favorite part of the day? Small group instruction. She values this time to build relationships with students, helping them learn, grow, and thrive. Because at the heart of teaching, it’s all about connection! Thank you, Laura, for your dedication and impact on our schools and community!
5 months ago, Las Cruces Public Schools
🌟 Thrive Thursday Staff Spotlight 🌟 This week, we’re celebrating Laura Bryant, a dedicated 3rd grade dual language teacher at Central Elementary School!