Las Cruces City Council recognized the Veterans Day Poster Contest winners.
Superintendent Ruiz joined the student finalists, and City Council, and committee led by Veterans Day Parade Chairman Bill Hawkins.
The Parade takes place 11 a.m. on November 8, 2025.
Students created posters to advertise the date, time and location of the parade and it helped them learn about the role of veterans of our country.
Middle school students created posters with the theme of "Honoring our Future Leaders."
About 30 submissions were evaluated. The final six were recognized in Council.
The winning poster was created by Serenity Madrid, 7th grader from Mr. Valdez's class at Mesa Middle school. She will have further recognition in the parade and has won a $50 prize.
A big congratulations to all of our finalists!!
Tune-in as LCPS.TV gives you an all access pass to the field:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fcxZr269i8
Can’t make it? LCPS.TV will be there livestreaming all the action!
https://youtube.com/live/q5MCP80XVKw?feature=share
Meet Mr. Adrian Gaytan, computer science and ENLACE teacher at Zia Middle School! Mr. Gaytan, seen here with Zia Principal Tisha Apodaca, truly goes the extra mile to serve his students and community. From volunteering at the local soup kitchen—where he cooks, cleans, and serves alongside his students—to coordinating Student of the Month celebrations and creating time capsules for future Thunderbirds, he truly leads by example.
Zia alumni even invite him to their high school events, a testament to the lasting impact he makes on every student he meets. For Mr. Gaytan, it’s always about the students, and he embodies the spirit of what it means to be a Zia Thunderbird. Thank you for all you do for our students, Mr. Gaytan!
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The announcement was made Monday morning by New Mexico Public Education Secretary Mariana D. Padilla on behalf of the New Mexico Public Education Department.
This incredible honor recognizes a truly exceptional educator whose passion, dedication, and heart continue to inspire students, colleagues and the entire community.
As part of the recognition, Ms. Orta received a $10,000 award from the New Mexico Oil and Gas Association. Thank you, NMOGA, for your continued partnership and sponsorship of the New Mexico Teacher of the Year program.
From classrooms to futures, Ms. Orta reminds us of the transformative power of education.
LCPS.TV sat down with Ms. Orta shortly after the announcement.
Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/Kd1whTr4sT8
Please join us in congratulating Nancy Orta, the 2026 New Mexico Teacher of the Year!
Reminder: Tomorrow at 9am, Roadrunner Food Bank and the Bilingual Community Outreach team will be distributing food during our monthly food drive, held every first Thursday of the month. See flyer for details!
Recordatorio: Mañana a las 9 a.m., Roadrunner Food Bank y el equipo de Alcance Comunitario Bilingüe estarán distribuyendo alimentos durante nuestra campaña mensual de distribución de comida, que se lleva a cabo el primer jueves de cada mes. ¡Consulta el volante para más detalles!
Admission is five dollars and must be paid in cash. Children twelve and under get in free.
We hope to see you there for a great day of music, school spirit and community support!
Yesterday was a high-energy celebration as student-athletes and activity leaders from Organ Mountain High School boarded the Spirit Bus and brought the Knight pride straight to the halls of Sonoma Elementary!
Cheers erupted and smiles lit up the building as the Royal Knight Regiment Band blasted spirited tunes, leading a parade of OMHS students from different sports teams.
Students K-5, lined the hallways, waving handmade signs and colorful banners, showing their love for the Knights and soaking in the excitement.
Location: 999 W. Amador Ave, Bldg. 1.
This Thursday night, the Centennial Hawks takes on Alamogordo Tigers at the Field of Dreams!
Kickoff is at 7 PM and you won’t want to miss it. Can’t make it in person? LCPS.TV has you covered!
Livestream: https://youtube.com/live/M5xrkm0RKrc?feature=share
Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/5RnWk-YQEHU
A junior goalkeeper for the Hawks, Nicholas has made 59 saves this season, including 3 shoot-outs and 16 saves against Hobbs. A 4.0 student and NHS member, he leads with passion and drive, inspiring teammates and mentoring future goalkeepers.
Congratulations to Amorie Moreno, LCPS Athlete of the Week from Centennial High School!
A senior and standout center midfielder for the Hawks, Amorie has 1 goal and 5 assists. Her coach praises her heart, integrity and leadership. Always positive and determined, she inspires teammates with her confidence, humility and relentless effort.
A huge thanks to the LCPS Educational Equity & Support Programs and Operations Departments for fueling the Centennial Spirit Bus with an awesome taco bar lunch! TAC-O-bout a good time!
🌟 #Thrive Thursday Spotlight 🌟
This week, we proudly celebrate Yeseina Ramirez, a dynamic educator at Hermosa Heights Elementary, who is inspiring future innovators every single day! Now in her fourth year at Hermosa Heights, Yeseina serves as a K-8 STEAM teacher and also leads the Student Broadcast Team, helping students shine both in the classroom and on camera. Known for her willingness to jump in and support school events and activities, Yeseina truly embodies the spirit of teamwork and dedication. In her own words:
"I enjoy contributing to my community, and what better way than to guide future leaders to success! I chose to be a teacher because I wanted to help make an impact on our youth. I love teaching because I can work with students to help them reach their goals, give them a support system, show them that they are loved, and that it’s okay to be who they are — all while having fun."
Thank you, Ms. Ramirez, for pouring your heart and passion into every lesson and for making Hermosa Heights a place where all learners thrive! Your commitment to your students and school community is truly inspiring!
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