Don't know what to do this summer? Sign up for Summer School!
Did you know:
Your family can learn Hands-Only CPR and other lifesaving skills when you sign up for Kids Heart Challenge?
http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=12402&pg=company&company_id=522167
· Immediate action during a cardiac arrest can double or triple the chances of survival?
¿Sabías que:
-¿Tu familia puede aprender RCP Solo con las Manos y otras habilidades que salvan vidas al inscribirse en el Kids Heart Challenge? LINK
-¿Actuar de inmediato durante un paro cardíaco puede duplicar o triplicar las probabilidades de supervivencia?
-¿Niños desde los 4 años pueden formar parte de la cadena de supervivencia?
-¿Niños desde los 9 años tienen la fuerza para realizar compresiones?
· Kids as young as 4 can be a part of the chain of survival?
· Kids as young as 9 have the strength to perform compressions?
Your family can learn Hands-Only CPR and other lifesaving skills when you sign up for Kids Heart Challenge?
http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=12402&pg=company&company_id=522167
· Immediate action during a cardiac arrest can double or triple the chances of survival?
¿Sabías que:
-¿Tu familia puede aprender RCP Solo con las Manos y otras habilidades que salvan vidas al inscribirse en el Kids Heart Challenge? LINK
-¿Actuar de inmediato durante un paro cardíaco puede duplicar o triplicar las probabilidades de supervivencia?
-¿Niños desde los 4 años pueden formar parte de la cadena de supervivencia?
-¿Niños desde los 9 años tienen la fuerza para realizar compresiones?
· Kids as young as 4 can be a part of the chain of survival?
· Kids as young as 9 have the strength to perform compressions?
Flashback Friday
This photograph from the 1941 Las Cruces Union High School Yearbook captures a generation of student-athletes who helped lay the foundation for school pride in the Mesilla Valley.
In 1941, C.S. Conlee served as the Las Cruces Superintendent of Schools, J.L. Gill was the Principal, and Mel Ritchey led the football team as head coach.
Among the players pictured is Rudy Camunez (#77), whose name now lives on through the LCPS Field of Dreams Walk of Fame - a reminder that the impact of our students lasts far beyond their school years.
These faces, uniforms, and moments tell a story bigger than a season. They remind us that LCPS has always been about more than classrooms. It’s been about belonging, perseverance, and generations connected by school spirit.
If this photo brings back a memory, or if you recognize a name, we invite you to share your story.
This is Las Cruces Public Schools, then and now.
This photograph from the 1941 Las Cruces Union High School Yearbook captures a generation of student-athletes who helped lay the foundation for school pride in the Mesilla Valley.
In 1941, C.S. Conlee served as the Las Cruces Superintendent of Schools, J.L. Gill was the Principal, and Mel Ritchey led the football team as head coach.
Among the players pictured is Rudy Camunez (#77), whose name now lives on through the LCPS Field of Dreams Walk of Fame - a reminder that the impact of our students lasts far beyond their school years.
These faces, uniforms, and moments tell a story bigger than a season. They remind us that LCPS has always been about more than classrooms. It’s been about belonging, perseverance, and generations connected by school spirit.
If this photo brings back a memory, or if you recognize a name, we invite you to share your story.
This is Las Cruces Public Schools, then and now.
Kinder families are invited to join us for a fun and festive Valentine’s Day Box Decorating event with your student! Come spend quality time creating and decorating together on February 11 from 12:45–1:45 PM. Please arrive by 12:35 PM to sign in at the office. Bring a small box from home (or let your child’s teacher know if you need one), and enjoy crafting with provided supplies—or feel free to bring your own. We can’t wait to celebrate creativity and family time with you!
Hello Conlee Family! With Spring around the corner, it's time to begin on our school beautification! Join us in making our school beautiful!
Nos complace compartir que la distribución mensual de alimentos de LCPS se llevará a cabo el jueves 5 de febrero a las 9:00 a.m., frente al Centro de Apoyo Familiar de LCPS, ubicado en 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.
Esta será una distribución tipo drive-thru, y los alimentos estarán disponibles por orden de llegada para las primeras 75 familias. Las familias suelen comenzar a formarse un par de horas antes de la hora programada, por lo que les recomendamos amablemente llegar antes de las 9:00 a.m.
Un agradecimiento especial a Roadrunner Food Bank y a todos nuestros increíbles voluntarios que hacen esto posible. ¡Esperamos poder servir a nuestra comunidad!
Esta será una distribución tipo drive-thru, y los alimentos estarán disponibles por orden de llegada para las primeras 75 familias. Las familias suelen comenzar a formarse un par de horas antes de la hora programada, por lo que les recomendamos amablemente llegar antes de las 9:00 a.m.
Un agradecimiento especial a Roadrunner Food Bank y a todos nuestros increíbles voluntarios que hacen esto posible. ¡Esperamos poder servir a nuestra comunidad!
We’re happy to share that the monthly LCPS food distribution will take place on Thursday, February 5, at 9:00 a.m. in front of the LCPS Family Support Center, located at 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.
This will be a drive-thru distribution and food will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for the first 75 families.
Families often begin lining up a couple of hours before the scheduled start time, so we kindly encourage you to plan to arrive before 9:00 a.m.
Special thanks to Roadrunner Food Bank and all of our amazing volunteers who make it all possible. We look forward to serving our community!
This will be a drive-thru distribution and food will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for the first 75 families.
Families often begin lining up a couple of hours before the scheduled start time, so we kindly encourage you to plan to arrive before 9:00 a.m.
Special thanks to Roadrunner Food Bank and all of our amazing volunteers who make it all possible. We look forward to serving our community!
We will be having our next fundraiser at Peter Piper Pizza! Who doesn't love pizza?🍕
The fundraiser is scheduled for Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 📍507 S. Main. This is an ALL-DAY event from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Supporters must mention the school name when ordering or picking up to get credit. We will conduct a friendly class contest and reward the class with the most participation!
Please remember to mention both the teacher's name and grade.
The fundraiser is scheduled for Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 📍507 S. Main. This is an ALL-DAY event from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Supporters must mention the school name when ordering or picking up to get credit. We will conduct a friendly class contest and reward the class with the most participation!
Please remember to mention both the teacher's name and grade.
Students, families, staff and neighbors are welcome to join the Elks Trail opening with Bike, Roll, y Caminar. The event is on the remote learning day, next Friday Feb 13th, from 12:30pm - 2:30pm.
It'll be a total of 4 miles, with activities along the way. Bike, scooter, skateboard, walk, run!
Start at Vista, turn around is at Parque Alegre in Doña Ana.
We look forward to seeing you there!
It'll be a total of 4 miles, with activities along the way. Bike, scooter, skateboard, walk, run!
Start at Vista, turn around is at Parque Alegre in Doña Ana.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Operation: Sleep Success!
Attention LCPS families! You’re invited to join us at MacArthur Community Elementary School for a family-friendly workshop focused on building healthy sleep habits for children.
This is a family event, all are welcome. Join us on at MacArthur, 655 N Fourth St., Thursday, Jan. 29, in the cafeteria from 5:30pm-7:30pm, where we’ll be learning the importance of sleep through a routine building activity.
Dinner will be provided along with a token of appreciation.
Better rest helps students arrive at school focused, engaged, and ready to thrive. See the flyer to learn more.
For any questions contact: Julie Estrada @ (575) 386-5131 or jestrada@aitkids.com
¡Operación: Éxito con el Sueño!
¡Atención familias de LCPS! Están invitados a acompañarnos en la Escuela Primaria Comunitaria MacArthur para un taller familiar enfocado en la creación de hábitos de sueño saludables para los niños.
Este es un evento familiar, todos son bienvenidos. Acompáñennos en MacArthur, 655 N Fourth St., el jueves 29 de enero, en la cafetería, de 5:30 p. m. a 7:30 p. m., donde aprenderemos sobre la importancia del sueño mediante una actividad para desarrollar rutinas.
Se ofrecerá cena, así como un pequeño obsequio de agradecimiento.
Un mejor descanso ayuda a que los estudiantes lleguen a la escuela concentrados, comprometidos y listos para prosperar. Consulte el volante para obtener más información.
Para cualquier pregunta, comuníquese con: Julie Estrada al (575) 386-5131 or jestrada@aitkids.com
Attention LCPS families! You’re invited to join us at MacArthur Community Elementary School for a family-friendly workshop focused on building healthy sleep habits for children.
This is a family event, all are welcome. Join us on at MacArthur, 655 N Fourth St., Thursday, Jan. 29, in the cafeteria from 5:30pm-7:30pm, where we’ll be learning the importance of sleep through a routine building activity.
Dinner will be provided along with a token of appreciation.
Better rest helps students arrive at school focused, engaged, and ready to thrive. See the flyer to learn more.
For any questions contact: Julie Estrada @ (575) 386-5131 or jestrada@aitkids.com
¡Operación: Éxito con el Sueño!
¡Atención familias de LCPS! Están invitados a acompañarnos en la Escuela Primaria Comunitaria MacArthur para un taller familiar enfocado en la creación de hábitos de sueño saludables para los niños.
Este es un evento familiar, todos son bienvenidos. Acompáñennos en MacArthur, 655 N Fourth St., el jueves 29 de enero, en la cafetería, de 5:30 p. m. a 7:30 p. m., donde aprenderemos sobre la importancia del sueño mediante una actividad para desarrollar rutinas.
Se ofrecerá cena, así como un pequeño obsequio de agradecimiento.
Un mejor descanso ayuda a que los estudiantes lleguen a la escuela concentrados, comprometidos y listos para prosperar. Consulte el volante para obtener más información.
Para cualquier pregunta, comuníquese con: Julie Estrada al (575) 386-5131 or jestrada@aitkids.com
Recognitions at the Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education Meeting (January 20, 2026)
• Shout out to our Student Advisor, Alexa of Organ Mountain High School, for her outstanding leadership and her work with the Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education as a student representative for our high schools at LCPS!
• Thank you to Aiden from Tombaugh Elementary for leading the Pledge of Allegiance and the Salute to the State Flag in both English and Spanish during the School Board of Education meeting this week.
• Thank you to the Centennial Chamber Choir, under the direction of Jenna Batista, for their wonderful performance Tuesday night of a Canadian folk song from Quebec, arranged by Donald Patriquin.
• Congratulations to Karin Hite, Principal of Sonoma Elementary, on being recognized as the 2025 National Education Association New Mexico Administrator of the Year. This honor reflects decades of leadership, dedication, and heart. Principal Hite was proudly nominated by Irma Valdespino, President of CSEC-LC. Thank you for more than 30 years of service. Your leadership continues to inspire the staff, students, and families you serve.
• We’d like to wish a happy retirement to Cynthia Donnelly, Chief of Human Resources at Las Cruces Public Schools, and thank her for her dedication and leadership from 2020–2026. Jesse Perrio, who has stepped in to lead HR on an interim basis, shared that since joining the team five years ago, Cindy has been his colleague, role model, leader, and greatest supporter.
• Shout out to our Student Advisor, Alexa of Organ Mountain High School, for her outstanding leadership and her work with the Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education as a student representative for our high schools at LCPS!
• Thank you to Aiden from Tombaugh Elementary for leading the Pledge of Allegiance and the Salute to the State Flag in both English and Spanish during the School Board of Education meeting this week.
• Thank you to the Centennial Chamber Choir, under the direction of Jenna Batista, for their wonderful performance Tuesday night of a Canadian folk song from Quebec, arranged by Donald Patriquin.
• Congratulations to Karin Hite, Principal of Sonoma Elementary, on being recognized as the 2025 National Education Association New Mexico Administrator of the Year. This honor reflects decades of leadership, dedication, and heart. Principal Hite was proudly nominated by Irma Valdespino, President of CSEC-LC. Thank you for more than 30 years of service. Your leadership continues to inspire the staff, students, and families you serve.
• We’d like to wish a happy retirement to Cynthia Donnelly, Chief of Human Resources at Las Cruces Public Schools, and thank her for her dedication and leadership from 2020–2026. Jesse Perrio, who has stepped in to lead HR on an interim basis, shared that since joining the team five years ago, Cindy has been his colleague, role model, leader, and greatest supporter.
You’re invited to Impact 2026, a FREE educator conference happening February 21, 2026, at Arrowhead Park Early College High School.
From PreK–12 and across all content areas, Impact 2026 brings educators together to share real classroom practices, collaborate, and elevate instruction rooted in Challenge, Support, and Equity.
Impact26 highlights sessions that center on:
• Practical strategies that challenge students academically
• Systems of support that meet diverse learner needs
• Equity-centered approaches that uplift every student and community
Together, we can amplify what works, strengthen our practice, and create a lasting impact for LCPS students and their families.
Click here to learn more and reserve your free ticket:
https://impact26amplifyingbestpract.sched.com/about
¡Un aplauso para los participantes del concurso de ortografía en español! Los ganadores son: primer lugar - Vianey, segundo lugar - Wilbert, y tercer lugar (suplente) - Ethan. ¡Excelente trabajo!
Applause for the participants in the Spanish spelling bee! The winners are: 1st place - Vianey, 2nd place - Wilbert, and 3rd place alternate - Ethan. Great job!
Applause for the participants in the Spanish spelling bee! The winners are: 1st place - Vianey, 2nd place - Wilbert, and 3rd place alternate - Ethan. Great job!
Kids Heart Challenge is here!
We are excited to kick off our Kids Heart Challenge fundraiser! Students will learn how to take care of their hearts while helphing other kids with special hearts. Families can join the fun by registering, learning heart-healthy habits, and supporting a great cause. Let's work together to make a BIG difference-one heartbeat at a time!
We are excited to kick off our Kids Heart Challenge fundraiser! Students will learn how to take care of their hearts while helphing other kids with special hearts. Families can join the fun by registering, learning heart-healthy habits, and supporting a great cause. Let's work together to make a BIG difference-one heartbeat at a time!
The LCPS food distribution will be starting at 9am today in front of the LCPS Family Support Center at the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex
La distribución de alimentos de LCPS comenzará hoy a las 9 a. m. frente al Centro de Apoyo Familiar de LCPS, en el Complejo Administrativo Dra. Karen M. Trujillo.
We are encouraging our community to provide nominations for the district's 2027 teacher of the year. Please use the QR code on the photo to complete the survey form. It will close on January 20th.
Direct link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WSVSSYY
Our teachers go above and beyond every single day to support, inspire, and believe in our students.
If a teacher has made a difference in your child's life, please take a moment to vote for Teacher of the Year. Your vote is a powerful way to say thank you for the heart they put into our classrooms every day!
Animamos a nuestra comunidad a que presente candidaturas para el premio al Profesor del Año del distrito en 2027. Utilice el código QR de la imagen para completar el formulario de la encuesta. El plazo finaliza el 20 de enero.
Enlace directo: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WSVSSYY
Nuestros profesores se esfuerzan al máximo cada día para apoyar, inspirar y creer en nuestros alumnos.
Si algún profesor ha marcado la diferencia en la vida de su hijo/a, tómese un momento para votar por el Profesor del Año. Su voto es una excelente manera de agradecerles la dedicación que demuestran en nuestras aulas cada día.
Direct link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WSVSSYY
Our teachers go above and beyond every single day to support, inspire, and believe in our students.
If a teacher has made a difference in your child's life, please take a moment to vote for Teacher of the Year. Your vote is a powerful way to say thank you for the heart they put into our classrooms every day!
Animamos a nuestra comunidad a que presente candidaturas para el premio al Profesor del Año del distrito en 2027. Utilice el código QR de la imagen para completar el formulario de la encuesta. El plazo finaliza el 20 de enero.
Enlace directo: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WSVSSYY
Nuestros profesores se esfuerzan al máximo cada día para apoyar, inspirar y creer en nuestros alumnos.
Si algún profesor ha marcado la diferencia en la vida de su hijo/a, tómese un momento para votar por el Profesor del Año. Su voto es una excelente manera de agradecerles la dedicación que demuestran en nuestras aulas cada día.
¡Llegó la hora del concurso de ortografía en español!
Qué: Concurso de ortografía en español de Conlee para alumnos de primaria superior
Cuándo: Viernes, 16 de enero a las 8:45 a. m.
Dónde: Cafetería de Conlee
Time for the Spanish Spelling Bee!
What: Conlee's Spanish Spelling Bee for Upper Elementary
When: Friday, January 16th at 8:45 am
Where: Conlee's Cafeteria
Qué: Concurso de ortografía en español de Conlee para alumnos de primaria superior
Cuándo: Viernes, 16 de enero a las 8:45 a. m.
Dónde: Cafetería de Conlee
Time for the Spanish Spelling Bee!
What: Conlee's Spanish Spelling Bee for Upper Elementary
When: Friday, January 16th at 8:45 am
Where: Conlee's Cafeteria
UPDATE: Las Cruces Public Schools will host another food distribution on Friday, Dec. 19, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Nutrition Services warehouse next to the Field of Dreams, 2101 Tashiro Drive. Children do not need to be present to receive food boxes. Additional information will be posted soon.
LCPS is proud to congratulate Shawna Bailey, Director of Health Services, on receiving the New Mexico Alliance for School-Based Health Care Award.
Thank you, Shawna, for your leadership and dedication to keeping our students and staff healthy.
