Congratulations to the Organ Mountain High School Boys Cross Country team for taking 2nd at the 2024 Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico State Cross Country Championships. Hats off to Corbin Coombs (14:49.0) for winning the Class 5A Boys race.
Congratulations to our NMAA 5A Boys State Soccer Champions from Centennial High School! The Hawks defeated La Cueva 2-1 for the win. Way to bring home the gold, Hawks! #LCPS #NM #LasCruces #StateChampions #Soccer
Congratulations to our Middle and High School Honor Ensembles for a beautiful performance over the weekend at the the Las Cruces Public Schools & String Factory 2024 Regional Honor Orchestra Concert. Students performed on Nov. 9 at the NMSU Atkinson Recital Hall #thrive575
The Trojans prepare for 1st round football playoff game in the 2024 Nusenda Credit Union 5A Football State Championships. Coach Gary Bradley and key players talk strategy against a tough Belen Eagles squad.
Brought to you by LCPS.TV: https://youtu.be/GEVfblYr8TA
Good luck to all of our high school swimmers today as they head to Hobbs for their first meet! #thrive575 @LCPSnet @Cen10Hawks @LasCrucesDawgs @MayfieldTrojans @OrganMountainHS
Come join us for Trivia Night!
Wednesday, November 13 at the Game II from 6:30pm-8:00pm.
Get ready for an exhilarating evening of trivia that brings our community together in support of the Las Cruces Public Schools Foundation's mission!
This fantastic event promises not only fun and friendly competition but also the chance to directly support our Teacher Supply Mini-Grant program with a modest entry fee of just $55 for a team of 3-5 participants.
Whether you're a trivia master, a casual player, or just looking to enjoy a night out with friends, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your knowledge, forge new connections, and contribute to a cause that truly matters. This school year alone, we have already awarded 132 mini-grants - that's $13,200 in supplies!
Visit www.lcpsf.org to register. We look forward to seeing you there!
Be there for the 1st round of the 2024 Nusenda Credit Union State Football Championships
The NMAA Class 5A matchup will be between Belen Eagles vs. Mayfield Trojans this Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Field of Dreams Football Stadium at 1:00pm.
Please remember, tickets can only be purchased online, no cash will be accepted at the gate. The district’s Clear Bag Policy will be in effect.
Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/2140754?schoolId=NM8120
Livestream brought to you by LCPS-TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZS5oHLgRbk
Join us Saturday at Valley View Elementary for Sabados on Bikes! Ride around obstacles, learn basic bike repair and enjoy a neighborhood ride. Open to all 1st through 5th grades.
Congratulations Mrs. Jana Nelson for being selected KTSM’s October Teacher of the Month sponsored by Bell 2 Bell!
Students and staff at Zia Middle School nominated Mrs. Nelson for the recognition. On Wednesday, Mrs. Nelson was presented with a $100 gift card during class as a token of appreciation from Bell 2 Bell.
"Thank you, Mrs. Nelson for showing your passion for teaching and how devoted you are to making sure each and every one of your students succeed!
Thank you, LCPS and Principal Tisha Apodaca for showing us your beautiful campus Zia Middle School." -Bell 2 Bell
Nominate a teacher at http://www.ktsm.com/teacher-of-the-month-by-bell-2-bell/#//
Bell 2 Bell is a local one-stop shop for teachers and educators. We are dedicated to providing supplies, materials, gifts, and custom products to help create a positive and engaging learning environment.
Congratulations to Vista Middle School Student Council for representing LCPS at the 1st Annual New Mexico Youth and Government Middle School Conference in Santa Fe this past weekend.
Vista also had a student who brought home the runner-up award for Best Bill in the House of Representatives. Way to lead the way, future leaders, we are so proud of you! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities #LasCrucesPublicSchools
Photo credit: Alyssa Tovar, LCPS Student Council Advisor
It’s time for the 2024 Nusenda Credit Union 6A State Football Championships!
In the first round, the Las Cruces Bulldawgs will take on the West Mesa Mustangs on Friday, Nov. 8, at the Field of Dreams. Kickoff is at 7pm.
Adult tickets are $12*. Ticket prices for students (K-12), seniors (65+) and military are $7*. Please remember, tickets can only be purchased online, no cash will be accepted at the gate. The district’s Clear Bag Policy will be in effect.
Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/2140757?schoolId=NMAA
Livestream brought to you by LCPS-TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLJaWi_vEm8
Reminder: Tonight is the first of several Budget Town Hall meetings, starting at 5:30 p.m. in the boardroom at the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex. Learn about our upcoming budget process, funding priorities and how we gather public feedback.
Can't make it? Watch it here live: https://www.youtube.com/live/Ucf8rVRE48w
Here's a glance at all of the wonderful activities happening at Las Cruces Public Schools for the month of November. #Thrive575 #LCPSActivities #Events
Congratulations to all of the high bands who put on a marvelous exhibition and final performances over the weekend at the NMSU Tournament of Bands!!! #thrive575
TOB FINALS
Music: Hanks HS
Percussion: Parkland HS
Colorguard: Hanks HS
1) 89.700 Hanks HS
2) 86.100 Royal Knight Regiment - Organ Mountain High School
3) 85.200 La Cueva HS
4) 84.950 Horizon HS
5) 83.800 Parkland HS
6) 78.600 Riverside HS
7) 78.000 Centennial High School Band
8) 77.800 Las Cruces High School Band
9) 73.500 Americas HS
10) 72.500 Carlsbad HS
Exhibition Bands of Distinction
Class B Goddard HS
Class C Austin HS
Photo credit: Joseph Flores, LCPS Fine Arts Director
On Friday, LCPS hosted the Energy Expo and Career Symposium at NMSU. It was a day of thriving activity as over 3,000 students learned about opportunities in the drone and energy industry, including careers in agriculture, economics, solar, wind & more!
Photo credit: Bill Fox
It all comes down to this! Hear from key players of the LCHS Dawgs & CHS Hawks for the 6A District 3 championship game.
Brought to you by LCPS-TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-U0aKvedcUY
Catch tonight's the game on our livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsfFagdDIe8
Congratulations to Justin Madrid, our LCPS student athlete of the week from Mayfield High School. Justin is in football and track. In rushing, he has 30 carries for 330 yards, 5 touchdowns, received 5 catches for 40 yards. He has 61 total tackles and 2 sacks.
Coach Bradley says the Trojan football team relies on Justin not only to be the best for his team, but also to display mental toughness when adversity surrounds him.
Shout out to Sadee Lueras, our LCPS student athlete of the week from Mayfield High School. Sadee is captain of the volleyball team for the Trojans. She leads the district with 55 serving aces, 348 assists this season, and she is currently second in the class 5A for serving aces.
Coach Kayser says Sadee exemplifies what it means to be a leader on and off the court.
Calling all football fans to come show support this Friday night at the Field of Dreams as the Bulldawgs take on the Hawks. Kickoff is at 7pm.
Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1548067?schoolId=NM8116
Livestream brought to you by LCPS-TV: https://www.youtube.com/live/EsfFagdDIe8
*Before you head to the game, be sure to stop by the baseball complex for The Grill and Thrill BBQ competition.
Click here for details: https://www.lcps.net/article/1835238
If you love BBQ, you won’t want to miss the Grill and Thrill BBQ Competition happening at the Field of Dreams Baseball Complex at 4pm.
The event brings together all of our high schools for a team competition to see who can take home bragging rights for the best BBQ!
The event is free to the public, so come out and bring your family and friends to sample some of the most flavorful BBQ in the Southwest! We’ll see you there!
Event details: https://www.lcps.net/article/1854134
