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.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/2BK8_jPfEYo

The Las Cruces boys will play first against the Da Vinci Dragons on Thursday, December 18, at 9 a.m. at the Centennial High School Gym.
Livestream only on LCPS.TV: https://youtube.com/live/gOm6jpLSmCM?feature=share

Catch the winter sports feature here: https://youtu.be/il6cajcRU6A

Article by Zack Poff, first published on MaxPreps.
Full story⬇️
https://www.maxpreps.com/news/DJtMS2eRTkGfxBERUJJAoQ/daniel-amaro-named-2025-maxpreps-new-mexico-high-school-football-player-of-the-year.htm

As the holiday season approaches, we invite you to join our friends in Federal Programs in spreading a little extra joy to our students. Many children in our district are hoping for a gift this Christmas, and with your support, we can help make their wish come true.
In the lobby of the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex (505 S. Main St., Suite 249), you’ll find the Wish Upon a Star Tree, each star representing an LCPS student. Every star includes a child’s name, grade level, clothing size, and a heartfelt Christmas wish.
There are still 90 stars waiting to be chosen. If you feel called to brighten a child’s holiday, please select one (or more) and bring it to the receptionist or to the Federal Programs Department so we can register your gift.
Extended deadline: Wrapped gifts may be returned to the Federal Programs Department through Wednesday, Dec. 10, by 5:00 p.m.
If you have questions or would like to help spread the word, please contact Iggy Campos in the Department of Federal Programs at 575-527-6643 or icampos@lcps.net.
Thank you for helping us share warmth, kindness, and holiday cheer with our students. Your generosity truly makes a difference.
Meet the movers and shakers of the Las Margaritas Golf Club in Las Cruces!
Each year, this incredible group of women host the Las Margaritas Golf Tournament and other community events to raise funds for the Project Link Homeless Education Program (McKinney-Vento), supporting students in Las Cruces Public Schools.
Today, these remarkable women met with our Federal Programs team and presented a check for $7,347 to help ensure students experiencing homelessness have the resources they need to succeed.
Project Link works to improve educational outcomes by providing tutoring, school supplies, hygiene essentials, snacks, clothing and other critical supports that help students stay engaged and thrive in school.
Thank you, Las Margaritas Golf Club, for your unwavering generosity and dedication to our students!
Special thanks to Linda Peterson, Genevieve Trujillo, Cecile Sayah, Kathrine Natzke and Ana De Coste.
Check out our December LCPS Activities events!
Join us as we celebrate our fall state champs at the Ceremony of Champions this Wednesday night, and come cheer on our LCPS esports teams at the LCPS Showcase this Saturday!



Catch this recap of the 2025 Winter Sports Media Day featuring exclusive, in-depth interviews with high school athletes competing in wrestling, swimming, cheer/poms and basketball.
Get to know the athletes, plus stations for headshot photos, videos, interactive activities and more!
LCPS.TV, Athletics, Activities, in collaboration with Golden Eagle Event Planning hosted the event at Rio Grande Preparatory Institute.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buyXoMXEGpY

La distribución se llevará a cabo en el Centro de Apoyo Familiar de LCPS, ubicado en el Complejo Administrativo Dr. Karen M. Trujillo, 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.
La distribución de alimentos comenzará a las 9:00 a.m. y se realizará en orden de llegada, hasta agotar existencias. Se servirá aproximadamente a 75 familias.
No se requiere documentación. Varios hogares pueden llegar juntos en uno o más vehículos, pero un representante de cada hogar debe estar físicamente presente para recibir alimentos.
LCPS y Roadrunner Food Bank expresan su sincero agradecimiento a todos los voluntarios y miembros de la comunidad que hacen posible este esfuerzo.
Para más información, por favor comuníquese con el equipo de Alcance Comunitario Bilingüe de LCPS en bsantome@lcps.net.

The distribution will take place at the LCPS Family Support Center, located in the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex, 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.
Food distribution begins at 9:00 a.m. and will operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Approximately 75 families will be served.
No documentation is required. Multiple households may arrive together in one or more vehicles, but one representative from each household must be physically present to receive food.
LCPS and Roadrunner Food Bank extend their sincere appreciation to all volunteers and community members who make this effort possible.
For more information, please contact the LCPS Bilingual Community Outreach team at bsantome@lcps.net.

The championship game will take place at Cleveland High School in Rio Rancho, NM.
LCPS.TV is taking you to the field and behind the scenes for every play that powered the Dawgs’ championship run.

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long. Families were welcomed at their child’s school for a special tradition of love and togetherness.
A heartfelt thank-you to our Nutrition Services staff for preparing Thanksgiving meals with such care. Our appreciation also goes to the teachers and staff who make these celebrations possible and to the families who gathered with us to share in the spirit of gratitude.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Parents and students, did you know that taking the school bus is one of the safest, most reliable, and earth-friendly ways to get to school? It’s a stress-free ride that helps students arrive on time and ready to learn every single day.
To celebrate the importance of bus ridership, our transportation partners at STS are hosting a special Golden Ticket Giveaway!
Every student who rides the bus on Monday, Dec. 2 will be entered to win prizes, including the Golden Ticket Grand Prize. One Golden Ticket winner will be announced for each level: Elementary, Middle, and High School.
Let’s fill those buses and show our drivers some love. Ride on Dec. 2 for your chance to win!
¡Viaja en el autobús el 2 de diciembre y podrías ganar EN GRANDE!
Padres y estudiantes, ¿sabían que tomar el autobús escolar es una de las formas más seguras, confiables y ecológicas de llegar a la escuela? Es un viaje sin estrés que ayuda a los estudiantes a llegar a tiempo y listos para aprender cada día.
¡Para celebrar la importancia de usar el autobús, nuestros socios de transporte en STS están organizando un Sorteo del Boleto Dorado!
Cada estudiante que viaje en el autobús el lunes 2 de diciembre participará para ganar premios — incluido el Gran Premio del Boleto Dorado. Se anunciará un ganador del Boleto Dorado para cada nivel: Primaria, Secundaria y Preparatoria.
Llenemos esos autobuses y demostremos nuestro agradecimiento a los conductores. ¡Viaja el 2 de diciembre para tu oportunidad de ganar!



Congratulations to Francisco Winnikoff, our LCPS Athlete of the Week from LCHS! Francisco is a top senior wide receiver with a 3.6 GPA & a respected leader known for uplifting teammates & supporting other athletes in every sport. He represents Bulldawg football with true pride.


Thank you to everyone who made this night possible and to all who came out to support our programs and students!










Free Food Distributions:
• Available throughout Las Cruces and Doña Ana County
• Nutritious groceries at no cost — everyone is welcome!
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cD-MHNKCotY
Find the next distribution date or a location near you:
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