
It was a star-studded celebration at Central Elementary as young filmmakers took the red carpet, accompanied by their proud parents and cheering school staff.
This special screening gave students a chance to showcase their hard work and creativity. Students from all grade levels at Central Elementary had the opportunity to participate in every aspect of filmmaking—from writing and character development to acting and shooting their very own student-produced films.
A big shoutout to the incredible staff at Central Elementary for making this event unforgettable for both students and their families. A special thanks to Michelle Green, an educator at Central Elementary, for going above and beyond to support and inspire the students at your school.

Join Us for Lynn Community Middle School's Open House!
We invite you to explore our vibrant campus and meet the dedicated teachers who make Lynn a great place to learn! Come see the exciting classes we offer and learn more about what makes Lynn Middle School special.
Date: February 6
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 950 S. Walnut
We can’t wait to welcome you to our school! See you there! #LynnOpenHouse #LynnMiddleSchool


This week’s #ThriveThursday spotlight honors Lupe Lujan, a true pillar of LCPS! For over 42 years, she has served in various schools and administrative offices, bringing dedication, kindness, and expertise to every role. Now, as the Office Manager for our Materials Management Department, she continues to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.
And here’s something extra special—she’s celebrating her 85th birthday in March! Her commitment to LCPS is nothing short of inspiring, and we are beyond grateful for her years of service.
Please join us in thanking Lupe for her incredible contributions! Drop your well wishes in the comments below!


Huge congratulations to the Las Cruces High School boys’ wrestling team on dominating their way to the district championship! State here we come! If you missed the showdown last night, you can catch it here.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmO0dMnfUMI


Congratulations to the Las Cruces High School girls' wrestling team on their well-deserved District Championship victory! Way to go Bulldawgs! If you missed all the action, you can catch it here!
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmO0dMnfUMI


Check out this awesome video feature capturing last week’s chess tournament, created by the LCPS Comms Department. Don't miss the NMAA State Chess Tournament happening on Feb. 6th & 7th. #thrive575 #lcpsactivities
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://youtu.be/Wd3AZyue72A?feature=shared


Let’s get kids connected to careers & community!
CommunityShare connects PreK-12 educators with community partners to create real-world learning experiences for your students. 🤝 Find mentors, internship hosts, guest speakers, and more. Bring their skills, knowledge, and experience to your students.
Learn more about how to make the most of CommunityShare's digital matching platform on February 4 at 4 p.m. MT / 6 p.m. ET
Sign up now at bit.ly/orientationcs
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#EducationInnovation #ConnectShareInspire #CommunityEngagement #CommunityShare


We want to hear from you! Please take a few minutes to participate in the budget survey for the 2025-2026 school year for 6th-12th grade students. Complete the survey for a chance to win a $10.00 gift card. The survey will remain open until Jan. 31.


Catch the action in this crucial 5A District 3 wrestling dual as LCHS Bulldawgs face off against CHS Hawks! Boys and girls hit the mats, both teams fine-tuning their strategies for the upcoming district & state championships.
LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/live/RmO0dMnfUMI


Friday marked the end of the regular Chess season with the District Championship, hosted at Mayfield High School. Here are the winners:
Middle School: 1st Place = Mesa, 2nd Place = Camino, 3rd Place = MVLA;
High School JV: 1st Place = Centennial, 2nd Place = Organ Mountain, 3rd Place = Arrowhead Park; High School Varsity: 1st Place = Centennial, 2nd Place = Organ Mountain, 3rd Place = Arrowhead Park.
Congratulations to all the players and teams for a fantastic season! Looking forward to hosting the NMAA State Chess Championships in 2 weeks. #thrive575 #lcpsactivities







CTSO student officers proudly represented their schools and organizations at the New Mexico Roundhouse for CTSO Day, engaging with legislators to advocate for the future of Career and Technical Education. Representing LCPS were Centennial HOSA & FCCLA, Las Cruces HOSA, Mayfield HOSA, and Organ Mountain FFA, HOSA, & TSA. Way to go, future leaders!











Save the Date! Las Cruces Public Schools is excited to present the joint event, Impact 25 Y Sábado Gigante: Bridging Educación Bilingüe y Technología educators conference, happening March 28 and 29 in Las Cruces. Registration opens Monday, Feb. 3!


Students from Central Elementary and Sunrise Elementary showcased their spelling skills at the annual Spanish Spelling Bee competitions. Watch this exciting clip from the event as they prepare for the district-wide competition on March 5th at 8:30 am at Las Cruces High School.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXIl1aCth4Q


Introducing Thrive Thursday!
Every Thursday, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible individuals who make our LCPS team thrive!
This week, we’re kicking off Thrive Thursday with a spotlight on staff members -Sean Barham, Matt Dawkins and Carrie Hale—who over the weekend played a critical role in a successful search and rescue mission to locate a pair of hikers lost in the Organ Mountains during dangerous cold temperatures. In addition to their roles with the district, these individuals volunteer their time as part of a local search and rescue team, demonstrating their commitment to making our schools and our community a place where all learners thrive. Their efforts remind us that the spirit of teamwork thrives not only in our schools but also in every corner of our community.


Athletics is live streaming the Mayfield vs. Centennial boys' basketball game tonight.
Tune in at 7pm to catch all the excitement, right here: https://www.youtube.com/live/Pqnv45KLQQw


In honor of National School Board Appreciation Month, the Mayfield High School FFA Chapter expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the LCPS Board of Education last night, recognizing their dedication and tireless efforts to ensure every student receives the education they deserve.

Congratulations to Isbel Sanchez from Centennial High School, the winner of the 2025 HOSA Pin Design! Last night, HOSA advisors Andy Placencio and Dora Kohler had the honor of joining Isbel on stage during the Board of Education meeting to celebrate her achievement.


The New Mexico Music Educators Association has awarded the 2025 District Award of Distinction to Las Cruces Public Schools. Last night the board recognized the district’s fine arts program for this prestigious honor and outstanding commitment and dedication to music education. Joseph Flores, Director of Fine Arts, accepted the honor.

Let's give a big round of applause to Beth Borchert-Thomas, Director of Music at First Presbyterian Church in Las Cruces, for being honored as the NMMEA Emeritus Teacher of the Year! Although retired, Beth remains a dedicated advocate for music education, continuing to serve both the music community and students at LCPS with unwavering passion and commitment.


Congrats to LCHS Orchestra Director Jennifer Rogers! She’s the 2025 NMMEA Music Educator of the Year & was honored with the 2025 National Outstanding Music Educator Award from the National Federation of State High School Associations! Last night, she was recognized by the board for her dedication & passion, which continue to inspire students & the community.