Congratulations to Autiana Caro, our LCPS Athlete of the Week from Las Cruces High School! Autiana is a three-year starter for the girls wrestling team and made history this past Saturday by becoming the third female to earn a girl’s state championship title in school history.
Small Business Management – 1st Place (advancing to Nationals in May)
Fundamentals of Accounting – 2nd Place
Payroll Accounting – 3rd Place
Tickets are on sale now: https://www.lcps.net/page/athletics
The tournament will be livestreamed exclusively on LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/live/cbQG7DZuodI
To kick off the celebration, we’re highlighting the incredible community involvement in our schools.
The team from Leadership Las Cruces joined staff from Las Cruces Public Schools to tour several of our Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. At Las Cruces High School, they toured Bulldawgs Blooms, our student-run flower shop, and even made their own bouquets. They visited welding classes to see students showcase their skills.
At Rio Grande Preparatory Institute, students led tours of culinary and construction classes. The visit wrapped up with history presentations from freshman honors students across all high schools.
Partnerships like these help our community leaders see how they can support the next generation of Las Cruces leaders!
Pre-K–12 public, private, and tribal schools across New Mexico can apply for up to $1,000 to support STEM-related expenses through the National Lieutenant Governors Association 2026 Lt. Governors’ STEM Scholarship Program.
Deadline to apply is March 6, 2026.
Learn more: https://nlga.us/stem-scholarship-program/
Join the New Mexico Public Education Department’s Black Education Act team for an evening of community, culture, and collaboration!
🗓 Thursday, February 27, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Salud! de Mesilla
1800 Avenida de Mesilla #B, Las Cruces, NM 88005
This gathering is an opportunity for fellowship, networking, and meaningful dialogue as we celebrate and support Black educators across New Mexico. Attendees will also learn about the Black Education Act’s current initiatives and connect with colleagues from across the region.
🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/GY4JR6XPDQUQG1NC9
For more information, contact Bianca Jones at Bianca.Jones@ped.nm.gov
Let’s build community together! ✨
Art teachers welcomed parents and families to tour the vibrant gallery filled with unique and creative pieces. Students explored a variety of materials and techniques, from clay and watercolors to colored pencils, oils, charcoal, and geometric design, bringing their artistic visions to life.
Las Cruces Public Schools is proud to display each and every beautiful piece of artwork at the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex, celebrating the creativity and talent of its middle school students.
Pictured here is the Senior class, led by Principal Michael Montoya. This group of Hawks helped define the school’s traditions, pride, and legacy.
As their yearbook proudly declared, “No matter where you've been or where you want to go, remember that at Centennial High School, you're flying FIRST CLASS.”
This is Las Cruces Public Schools, then and now.
LCPS.TV was on the scene to bring you all the highlights from Spring Sports Media Day!
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4fChzdQf1I
Catch all the action live on LCPS.TV, streamed by Michael Rodriguez!
Livestream: https://youtube.com/live/B5aeQo2d0Ew?feature=share
During the 2026 Spring Sports Media Day, LCPS.TV interviewed our high school athletic trainers to get an inside look at their responsibilities, the rehab process, and how they support teams all year long. Don’t miss it!
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkHoELNaJ9s
Nos complace invitarlo a unirse virtualmente al Concurso de Ortografía en Español LCPS 2026, que se llevará a cabo el miércoles 25 de febrero a las 9:00 a. m. en la Escuela Secundaria Las Cruces, 1750 El Paseo Rd., en el Laboratorio de Artes Escénicas.
Acompáñenos y celebre a nuestros estudiantes en este evento especial, reconociendo su esfuerzo, dedicación, logros y bilingüismo.
El concurso se transmitirá en vivo exclusivamente en LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/live/IbO16PvAQwA?si=SdCmi9Ps3LGbL3xA
This week, the Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education welcomed Josiah, a student advisor from Mayfield High School, who represented the Student Advisory Council and shared perspectives from students across the district at Tuesday night’s Regular Session.
A big thank you to Branyeicker from University Hills Elementary School for leading the Pledge of Allegiance and the Salute to the State Flag in both English and Spanish.
Congratulations to the select members of our first-ever LCPS Honor Orff Ensemble for their outstanding performance of “Ding Dong, Diggy Diggy Dong!” by Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman at the LCPS Board meeting.
The district Honor Orff Ensemble was comprised of students and teachers from Columbia ES, Loma Heights ES, Sunrise ES, Tombaugh ES, and the Centennial HS percussion section, under the direction of Paul Hallsted. Participating teachers included Leah Mathe, Alex Bullard, Tiffany Ward, Antoinette Gucela, Jared Davis, Alex Ellenwood, and Karen Padilla.
We are proud to recognize Margaret Collins, a senior at Las Cruces High School who will represent New Mexico later this year as part of the 64th Annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) in Washington, D.C.
Margaret Collins was selected among the state’s top student leaders and will join a delegation of 104 outstanding high school students for an intensive week-long study of the federal government and the people who lead it.
Hats off to our CTE (Career and Technical Education) team at LCPS, recognized at the LCPS Board of Education meeting and honored by Joni Deberry, New Mexico HOSA State Advisor representing the technical leadership program at Eastern New Mexico University. She expressed gratitude to the entire CTE team for their hard work and dedication in providing meaningful opportunities for students to learn, excel, and gain the experience they need to pursue careers in the medical field after high school.
LCPS families are invited to join this free, fun, and friendly workshop series for parents, guardians, and caregivers.
🍽 Dinner included
💛 Bilingual & culturally relevant
🤝 Learn easy ways to connect with your child
📅 Orientation: February 24, 2026
🎓 Graduation: April 2, 2026
🗓 Sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30–7:30 PM (No sessions during spring break)
📍 Organ Mountain High School, 5700 Mesa Grande Dr., Las Cruces, NM
👉 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/mtwe858x
Space is limited! For more information, call (575) 286-4061.
When a student recently boarded a school bus he wasn’t assigned to, driver Marcelino Gonzalez Bejar noticed something wasn’t right. He paused. He asked the right questions. He trusted his instincts. And because of his quick thinking and attention to detail, he safely returned the student to school — ensuring he made it home safely that day.
As the student’s parent later shared, “He possibly saved my son’s life.”
Marcelino is a school bus driver for STS-New Mexico, the transportation partner with Las Cruces Public Schools. Every day, he helps ensure students arrive at school and return home safely. But this moment reminds us that student safety goes far beyond driving a route — it’s about vigilance, care, and a deep sense of responsibility.
Marcelino’s actions reflect the heart of our district and our community partners. His commitment to doing what’s right, even in small moments, made a life-changing difference.
Marcelino, thank you for going above and beyond. Because of you, our students get to school ready to thrive. 💜🚌
Way to go, Sophia!
Congratulations to Paige Jorge of Centennial High School, our LCPS Athlete of the Week! A Regional Champion in girls wrestling with an outstanding 23–2 record, Paige leads with resilience, determination, and heart. She inspires her teammates on the mat and excels in the classroom. Way to lead by example, Paige!
