
And that’s a wrap! HOSA regionals was a success. Really cool to see our medical pathway students in action. Next stop…STATE! Thanks everyone for volunteering your time! Love our community. #lcpsactivities2024 #makingithappen 💜 #LasCrucesPublicSchools











Virtual Learning Academy Applications Available!
The VLA application window for the 2024-25 school year is open now and will close February 29, 2024 at 5pm. Spaces fill up fast, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Click here for more information: https://vla.lcps.net/o/vla/page/virtual-learning-academy
Application Link: https://form.jotform.com/232885953880169
Open Houses: Thursday, February 8th, 2024 @ 5:30pm: https://lcps.zoom.us/j/81763038382


Dear LCPS Parents and Guardians,
Due to police activity in the area this morning, Sonoma Elementary had been put on a shelter-in-place at around 10:19am. All students and staff are safe.
The shelter-in-place was lifted at 10:55am. There will be no impact to dismissal.


Attention high school seniors: The application window is open for graduating seniors to apply for the 2024 LCPS Foundation Scholarships.
The LCPS Foundation will be accepting applications until April 5, 2024. Seniors are encouraged not to wait until the last minute to submit their application for the LCPS Foundation Scholarships.
Click here for more information: https://www.lcps.net/article/1401907


LCPS is proud to announce, Jazlene Ruiz is the LCPS Student Athlete of the Week from Mayfield High School. Jazlene is captain of the girls basketball team, averaging 6 rebounds, 5 steals, and 14.2 points per game. Coach says she’s a great leader and teammate who plays hard.


Congratulations to Brian Coyle Jr. the LCPS Student Athlete of the Week from Mayfield High School. Brian is a power forward on the boys basketball team, averaging 10 rebounds and 13 points per game. Coach says Brian embodies what it means to be a Trojan athlete — he displays toughness, resilience, with a never give-up attitude.


LCPS parents,
Our bus partner, STS of New Mexico, has been receiving updates on a construction project along Main Street that could delay bus service for students.
From now until October 2024, portions of Main between Elks and Solano could experience temporary closures, lane restrictions and traffic congestion. We understand that construction will pose challenges to our daily routines, and we ask for your patience as STS of New Mexico works to ensure everyone's safety while looking into adjusting bus routes.
Thank you in advance,
Las Cruces Public Schools
Padres de familia de LCPS,
Nuestro socio de autobuses, STS of New Mexico, ha estado recibiendo actualizaciones sobre un proyecto de construcción a lo largo de Main Street que podría retrasar el servicio de autobuses para estudiantes.
A partir de ahora y hasta octubre de 2024, algunas partes de Main entre Elks y Solano podrían experimentar cierres temporales, restricciones de carriles y congestión de tráfico. Entendemos que la construcción representará un desafío para nuestras rutinas diarias, y le pedimos paciencia mientras STS of New Mexico trabaja para garantizar la seguridad de todos mientras analiza el ajuste de las rutas de los autobuses.
Gracias de antemano,
Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces


20th Anniversary of the history-making 2004 5A Girls State Championship
Twenty years ago, the Lady Trojans made history as the first Mayfield girls basketball team to win a state championship, the first girls basketball team in LCPS district history to win a state championship and the first girls basketball team in the city of Las Cruces to win a state championship.
Please join us at halftime on Feb. 2, at 7pm in the Mayfield High School gym for a memorable reunion with the team, trainers and Coach George Maya at halftime.


Lots of Activities in the month of February! Make sure to wish your school teams good luck as they head to regional and state competitions! GO LCPS! #lcpsactivities2024 #makingithappen #LasCrucesPublicSchools


We are only a few weeks away from the LCPS Foundation 1st Annual Golden Tortilla Rolling Contest and it's time to meet our Celebrity Rollers! Newly elected Mayor Eric Enriquez has been a long time community supporter but did you know he has restaurant experience?! The bar has been set folks! This is going to be fun!
Tickets are still available at the link below- JOIN US!
https://lcpsf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=1726&fbclid=IwAR3pV90hNVQmEeYe2XeEJqhT6VMVCwCyVESnzHTJfCLdsWCEA5--0Nbs_IE



If you're a high school student interested in learning more about a career in engineering, NMSU invites you to explore opportunities with hands-on workshops, demonstrations, and more.
Scan the QR Code to register for the Engineering Day Showcase on Feb. 19, from 8am-5pm.


Traffic could impact dismissal at Camino Real Middle School and Sonoma Elementary today - police activity in the area has forced a closure of Sonoma Ranch Blvd. between Rinconada and Sedona Hills Pkwy. Camino parents, please pick up your students in front of the school; the parking lot off Sonoma Ranch is closed.

You won't want to miss the boys and girls wrestling dual meet, happening this Wednesday Jan. 31, starting 6pm at Las Cruces High School.
Livestream provided only on LCPS.TV: https://youtube.com/live/recCkfINZEQ?feature=share


The Challenger Learning Center of LCPS is working with 5th graders from Hermosa Heights Elementary on a special space mission. These young scientists are eagerly working on their mission! #WeHaveLiftOff






Hermosa students got a special visit from KFOX 14 meteorologist, Hannah Fresquez (voted best meteorologist for EP City Magazine!). Thank you for giving our students your time Hannah, and for sharing all about your job!




The LCPS Empowered Parent Academy has over 130 community members enrolled in GED and language classes. We are proud to offer our community opportunities to embrace learning and foster personal growth! #JuntosTogether4Families #LCPS





Today was a special day for students and staff from Columbia Elementary as they celebrated the groundbreaking for construction of their new school building. On this day, we turn the soil, and do so with a profound sense of appreciation for the collaboration of many who had a shared vision for a brighter future for the school community.










We are excited to welcome Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine as an LCPS partner. Student doctors will be an asset to our Community Outreach, Migrant, McKinney-Vento, and Community Schools teams in our mission to support students, families, and community. #Adelante




INCOMING 6TH GRADE OPEN HOUSE AND MAGNET OPEN HOUSE JANUARY 2024
The next open house will be for Sierra Middle School (Media and Science Magnets) on Jan. 23, from 6:00pm-7:30pm. Please see attached flyers for more information.
For questions, please contact the middle school that is noted on your child’s next school letter. For questions about magnet offerings, please contact the magnet middle school.
Open Enrollment Online — January 29th–February 9th
Magnet Application Deadline — February 2nd
Course Selection Card Due to Teachers — February 2nd
Magnet Program Lottery if Needed — February 5th
Email Notification of Acceptance — February 6–9th
Magnet Acceptance/Decline via Email — February 13th
Camino Real Middle School 575-527-6030
Lynn Middle School 575-527-9445
Mesa Middle School 575-527-9510
Mesilla Valley Leadership Academy 575-527-6059
Picacho Middle School 575-527-9455
Sierra Middle School 575-527-9640
Vista Middle School 575-527-9465
Zia Middle School 575-527-9475



Don't miss the action this Saturday as the Organ Mountain Knights take on the Cibola Cougars in basketball. The boys game begins at 4pm, livestream starts at 3:30pm
The girls game starts at 5:30pm, livestream will begin at 5pm
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@LCPSTV/streams
