Gather your friends and lace up your cleats for a fun morning of soccer while supporting a great cause. The Copa Esperanza 3v3 Soccer Tournament will benefit McKinney-Vento students in Las Cruces, helping support youth experiencing housing instability.
📅 When: Saturday, March 14
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
📍 Where: High Noon Soccer Complex
💲 Team Fee: $45 per team (3–4 players)
🍧 Bonus: Kona Ice and prizes will be available!
🗓 Deadline to sign up: EXTENDED TO MARCH 13
💳 Payment: Zelle to StudentAffairs@bcomNM.org
📩 Questions? Contact Sam Glaser at Samuel.Glaser@Burrell.edu
Bring your team, enjoy some soccer, and help make a difference for students in our community. ⚽💙
ACEs include experiences such as physical or emotional abuse, witnessing domestic violence, or growing up with a parent who struggles with substance use or mental health. These experiences can have a deep and lasting impact on a child’s development but with knowledge, connection, and support, healing is possible.
This presentation is for parents, caregivers, teachers, neighbors, and anyone who is interested in building a community where everyone can thrive.
Join us to:
✅ Understand what ACEs are
✅ Learn how early experiences affect lifelong health
✅ Discover tools for healing, support, and prevention
✅ Empower yourself and others to create safer, more resilient families
Please see the attached flyer for full details, and feel free to invite a friend, coworker, or community partner.
We hope to see you there!
This week, we’re hearing from some of the athletes on the Organ Mountain High School Track & Field team! From personal goals for the season to the team’s focus on qualifying for the state championships, these athletes are locked in and ready to compete.
You’ll also hear about the team’s pre-meet superstitions, rituals, and what helps them get in the right mindset before stepping onto the track.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4opfS-28Azw
The Unified Therapeutic Recreation Sweetheart Dance brought together middle and high school students from special programs, creating a shared space for connection, celebration, and fun.
Throughout the school year, students work on developing their socialization skills, and events like this give them a fun and welcoming environment to practice those skills in a real-world setting.
For many of the students, the moment they walk into the room and hear the music playing, their faces light up. Even students who communicate differently can connect and express themselves through music, movement, and the comfort of familiar faces.
This dance is more than just a party it’s a social experience that promotes confidence, participation, and joy in recreation and leisure activities.
A big thank you to all of our wonderful special education teachers and staff, and to Sierra Middle School for hosting the event.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3T6XCiy7x8
DEADLINE REMINDER!
Scholarship Applications are now officially being accepted and must be submitted by Wednesday, April 1st 2026! Don't miss your chance to apply!
The LCPS Foundation continues to support high school graduates by offering scholarship opportunities to help cover the cost of tuition.
Only one application is required to be considered for all available scholarships however students are only eligible to receive one scholarship. Applicants must provide two references, upload the most recent transcript, respond to questions about their school and community involvement, and submit an essay.
Awards range from $250-$2,000. The recipients of the scholarship awards will be announced on April 17th 2026. Awards will then be presented to students during Senior Awards Assemblies.
These scholarships are made possible through endowments and other funds through the LCPS Foundation, with the generosity of numerous community donors who sponsor dedicated scholarship funds.
For a list of available scholarships and to apply, please visit lcpsf.org
For questions, contact Gena Bermudez, Executive Director of the LCPS Foundation at director@lcpsf.org.
Apply here: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=lcpsfs
After years of planning, this designation will bring more resources, partnerships, and opportunities to support students, families, and educators.
The goal is simple: strengthen the connection between the school and the community while empowering families to have a voice in shaping the future.
Families and community members are encouraged to get involved and help make a difference for East Mesa students!
Watch the Sunrise Community Elementary ribbon cutting event video produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCLhOj6PRbY
Discover what keeps these heavy hitters motivated, the names they give their bats, and why a double play brings pure excitement on game day.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTiM-QcBaNU
Las Cruces Public Schools is looking for a 7th & 8th Grade Algebra I Teacher at Sierra Middle School in the Las Cruces Public Schools district.
If you’re passionate about helping middle school students build strong math foundations, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
✨ Why join LCPS at Sierra Middle School?
⭐ Supportive campus culture
⭐ Collaborative team environment
⭐ Opportunity to make an immediate impact
⭐ Inspire and empower middle school learners
📚 Finish the year strong and start making a difference today!
📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more and apply, or click on this link: https://www.applitrack.com/lascruces/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Middle+School+Teaching
Students enjoyed a special visit from dynamic storyteller Mr. Bad Key, who brought stories to life with music, characters, and plenty of fun.
With activities inspired by Dr. Seuss books all week long, the goal was simple: spark a lifelong love of reading. From big smiles to big imaginations, it was a celebration of how books can take us anywhere!
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0AYW74DP2_E
Today, we hear from the Powerlifting Teams at Centennial High School. We learn what are some things athletes do as a ritual before a big competition, we hear top goals for the year, and what it will take to earn a place at the State Championship.
All this and more brought to you by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jF6xCpReOzk
Congrats to Michael Montoya, our LCPS Athlete of the Week from Mayfield High School. The Trojans shortstop is batting .400 with a .571 OBP, four RBIs, four runs, and four stolen bases. He also holds a perfect 1.000 fielding percentage, anchoring the infield while leading by example on and off the field. Way to go, Michael!
Flashback Friday takes us back to the 1965-1966 school year, when Mayfield High School published the first edition of The Shield, the school’s yearbook.
That first yearbook was dedicated to Tom J. Mayfield, a longtime educator and LCPS superintendent whose leadership helped guide the planning and construction of the school. After decades of service to education in New Mexico and right here in Las Cruces, Mr. Mayfield retired in 1965.
From that first yearbook dedication to the generations of Trojans who followed, Mayfield High School remains a proud part of the LCPS story.
This is Las Cruces Public Schools, then and now.
We Dedicate —
Mayfield High School proudly dedicates the Shield for 1965-66, its first annual, to the person who is most responsible for the existence of the school--Mr. Tom J. Mayfield.
Mr. Mayfield was born in Mount Olive, Mississippi, August 25, 1900. While residing there, he attended Smith Consolidated High School. His undergraduate work was done at the University of Mississippi, and his masters degree was earned at the University of New Mexico. In 1928, he came to Las Cruces where he was both a teacher and a principal until 1939. Mr. Mayfield then became superintendent of schools at Lordsburg where he served until 1947. In 1947 he became superintendent in Artesia remaining there until 1954, when he returned to Las Cruces Schools as superintendent. He served in this position in Las Cruces until January of 1965 when he retired.
Mr. Mayfield has held state positions such as president of the New Mexico Education Association and Executive Commissioner of the Association. He is also very active in his community as a member of the Baptist Church, the Lions Club, and the American Legion. His principal recreational interests are fishing, hunting, and golfing, as he is basically an outdoors man.
Because he was a guiding force in both planning and actual construction of this school, the Mayfield High School student body respectfully dedicates this - its first yearbook - to Tom J. Mayfield, a prominent educator, community leader, and man of action.
This event gives students a space to express who they are and celebrate their culture through the arts. From dance performances to personal stories, students share the traditions, identities, and experiences that shape them.
More than anything, ENLACE provides a safe and supportive platform where students can embrace their heritage, be proud of who they are, and have their voices heard.
Produced by: LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eS4HENmKkY
March STEM Spotlight: Mayfield High School STEM Team
Each year, the STEM team at Mayfield High School competes in the New Mexico Governor’s STEM Challenge under the leadership of Mr. Grandville Richardson, the team’s advisor.
In this challenge, students are presented with a question focused on addressing a need or challenge within the state of New Mexico. They work through the engineering design process to develop a solution. Students design a prototype, test it, make modifications, and ultimately present their work to a panel of judges.
The judges are industry partners from across New Mexico. Through this annual showcase, students not only present their projects but also build connections that can lead to internships and future college opportunities.
Through these authentic learning experiences, students develop critical thinking, communication, and real-world problem-solving skills that prepare them for college, careers, and meaningful contributions to their communities.
On Wednesday, March 4th, they proudly represented their school at the Regional ENLACE Art Culture Project, presenting their inspiring project, “Snapshots of Culture.” Each student created a drawing representing their own culture, and together their artwork was combined into one powerful canvas displayed on their campus.
The beautiful piece reflects the true heart of community schools as it honors every voice, celebrates diversity, and brings students, families, and staff together to build a stronger, more inclusive school community.
Congratulations to Lynn Community Middle School StuCo!
The student government group had an amazing time at the NMASC State Conference this year, showing off incredible school spirit, leadership, and positivity.
We are so proud to celebrate that they brought home 1st Place for Roll Call! Way to represent Lynn Community Middle School and Las Cruces Public Schools with pride. Keep shining!
#LynnPride #StudentLeadership #NMASC #StuCoSuccess
Jan Gallegos exemplifies what it means to go above and beyond for students. As a Special Education case manager and teacher at Arrowhead Park Early College High School, her impact reaches every corner of campus.
Ms. Gallegos dedicates countless hours supporting struggling students through the Student Early Intervention Committee, mentoring them both academically and personally. From helping students navigate the shuttle system to guiding them through college financial aid and enrollment processes, she ensures they have the tools they need to succeed beyond high school.
She also volunteers her time for leadership initiatives, application meetings, presentations, and orientations—always stepping forward to expand opportunities for students.
Ms. Gallegos’s care extends to her colleagues as well. She is known for quietly uplifting staff with encouragement and thoughtful gestures, while building meaningful relationships with students and families that last well beyond graduation.
Whether she’s briskly crossing campus with planner in hand to check in on another student or celebrating someone’s success, Ms. Gallegos leaves a positive and lasting impression on everyone she meets.
Thank you, Ms. Gallegos, for embodying the spirit of Thrive and helping our students—and our entire school community—shine. 💜
LCPS llevará a cabo una distribución de alimentos tipo drive-thru mañana, 4 de marzo a las 9:00 a. m., frente al Centro de Apoyo Familiar de LCPS (505 S. Main St., Suite 249).
Los alimentos se proporcionarán por orden de llegada a las primeras 75 familias.
Por favor, permanezca en su vehículo durante la distribución.
LCPS will be hosting a drive-thru food distribution tomorrow, March 4 at 9:00 AM, in front of the LCPS Family Support Center, 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.
Food will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis for the first 75 families.
Please remain in your vehicle during the distribution.
