
Do you know of a youth group raising funds to support activities or travel?
The Keep Las Cruces Beautiful program is holding a Youth Service Week from April 24-29. During this week youth, groups have the opportunity to complete a community service project that will clean up an area in Las Cruces. As a token of appreciation for the community service, the group will earn a $250 stipend from Keep Las Cruces Beautiful.
Those wishing to participate should be willing to commit to a minimum of two hours. The group can choose its own project or one can be assigned.
To participate, please register by clicking the link: https://forms.office.com/g/vsptLiJRyn.
Be advised, this is not an LCPS program. Questions or requests for additional information should be directed to:
Amelia Corrales,
Interim Keep Las Cruces Beautiful Coordinator
Direct: 575-528-4506 Main: 575-541-2454 acorrales@lascruces.gov


Student Scholarship Applications for LCPS Foundation Due April 14
Attention LCPS Seniors: All LCPS graduating seniors are encouraged to apply for our 2023 Scholarships. Thirty one (31) scholarships are available ranging from $250 – $2000. Only one application is necessary.
The scholarship deadline has been extended to this Friday, April 14Th. Don’t miss your opportunity to apply!!
Apply here: https://lcpsf.smapply.io/
La fecha límite para la beca estudiantil de la Fundación LCPS se extendió hasta el 14 de abril
Atención estudiantes del último año de LCPS: Se alienta a todos los estudiantes de último año de LCPS que se van a graduar a solicitar nuestras becas 2023. Treinta y un (31) becas están disponibles, estas fluctúan desde $ 250 hasta $ 2000. Sólo es necesaria una solicitud.
La fecha límite para solicitar las becas se ha extendido hasta este viernes 14 de abril. ¡No pierdas la oportunidad de solicitarla!
Solicítala aquí: https://lcpsf.smapply.io/


We are proud to congratulate the three district finalists for the 2024 Educational Support Personnel of the Year Award for Las Cruces Public Schools.
Jorge Legarreta was selected to be the Educational Support Personnel of the Year at Central Elementary School.
Andrea Ramirez earned the title for Educational Support Personnel the Year at Camino Real Middle School.
Emily Viramontes was named Educational Support Personnel of the Year at Jornada Elementary School.
Congratulations to these exemplary educational support staff for always going above and beyond for students, every day!


The Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education will begin accepting applications from candidates interested in an appointment in District 1, a position on the board vacated by Ray Jaramillo. The deadline for candidates to submit all required documentation is April 12, 2023.
Click the link for more information: https://www.lcps.net/article/1065638


April is Recycle Month and April 22nd is Earth Day.
Less than 14% of the 86 million tons of plastics produced annually are actually recycled. Therefore, we are leaving 73.97 million tons of plastic to pollute our environment and overflow our landfills each year. We Can Do Better!
Here are some tips to recycle:
• Avoid single-use plastic items; instead utilize glass or paper
• Glass products can be reused
• Paper products are much friendlier for the environment
#CityOfLasCrucesUtility Services #LasCrucesGreenChamberofCommerce #LasCrucesPublicSchools #IllegalDumpingPartnership #DoñaAnaCountyGovernmentCenter


LCPS Presents the 2nd Annual Spring Literacy Extravaganza!
Come and join us for the 2nd annual Spring Literacy Extravaganza for families and kids of all ages, brought to you by Las Cruces Public Schools.
The Spring Literacy Extravaganza will be held on April 5, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Plaza de Las Cruces.
There will be many book giveaways, door prizes, fun activities, food trucks, and more! Come join all the fun this Wednesday and bring the family!



The sights and sounds from the Las Cruces Track & Field Invitational 3/31/23 featuring all four LCPS high schools and others in the region.
Around The District: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNvgHKzif4w
Produced by LCPS.TV


Once again, MountainView Regional Medical Center is offering sports physicals at no charge for students of Las Cruces Public Schools. The cut off will be 100 students, so first come first serve. Students going into 7th and 8th grade are also invited. Click here for more information: https://www.lcps.net/article/1062457


Today, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham joined students at Monte Vista Elementary to celebrate history in the making with the signing of SB188.
Students from Monte Vista worked with New Mexico state senator Bill Soules who helped sponsor after he was inspired by a presentation they led to adopt the smell of roasting green chile in the fall as New Mexico's official aroma.
Today, SB 188 was signed into law by Michelle Lujan Grisham, making New Mexico the first state in the Union to have an official aroma.










Attention parents and athletes: With high winds expected on Thursday, March 30, and concern for bus travel and athlete safety, District 3-5A has come to a consensus to move all of Thursday games to Wednesday, March 29. Game times will remain as scheduled.


The Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education will begin accepting applications from candidates interested in an appointment in District 1, a position on the board vacated by Ray Jaramillo. The deadline for candidates to submit all required documentation is April 12, 2023.
During a special meeting of the Board of Education on Monday, board members approved a process by which the vacancy will be filled, detailed in a letter to the community.
Qualified candidates must meet the following criteria:
-Be a registered voter
-Be 18 years of age or older, and
-Physically reside in District 1
Click here for more information: https://www.lcps.net/article/1039932


This week, some of the K-12 district science leadership team are spending part of their Spring Break in Atlanta, Georgia at the National Science Teachers Association Conference!


Join the LCPS Finance Division, on March 29th at 5:30p.m. for a Town Hall Meeting covering your district's budget. Next week, voice your child's needs and participate in the decision-making. We'll see you soon!


The LCPS Board of Education will hold a Special session on March 13, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. to discuss the vacancy in District 1 and the appointment of an acting and/or interim superintendent (closed session) at the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex.
You can watch a livestream here: https://livestream.com/lcpstv/events/10584699


The first LCPS High School Powerlifting Tournament was epic!
Congratulations to all of our competitors. Great job to the Centennial HS Boys and Silver City Girls for earning 1st place team wins.
You can catch the highlights of the tournament right here on Around The District: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8-NQ_I9cxQ.
Produced by LCPS.TV #nmaa #powerlifting #highschoolsports


First LCPS High School Powerlifting Tournament was a huge success! Congratulations to the Centennial HS Boys and Silver City Girls for the 1st place team wins today. Thank you to Organ Mountain High School for hosting an awesome event. Thank you to all the volunteer judges, workers, coaches, administrators and everyone who gave their time to provide another amazing opportunity for our students and families!





As part of the 2023 Las Cruces Space Festival, our center is offering free space simulation missions to the public. Bring the family, friends, co-workers, or just yourself for a trip to the Moon or Mars. The missions are open to anyone ages 8 and above. Space is limited and these offerings usually fill quickly.
Registration is required and we'll post a link to register on our Facebook page this Friday (3/10). More details to follow.


Way to go, Lady Bulldawgs! We are so proud of you! Here are the highlights & comments from LCHS Coach Lori Selby after a thrilling overtime win against Farmington. Final score: 62-60.
Game highlights: https://youtu.be/9Ue2Vdr3p58
Comments from Coach Selby: https://twitter.com/_NMAA/status/1633335695686393857...
Centennial girls come up short & were defeated 44-36.


Around The District
Good luck to the lady Bulldawgs and the Hawks as they head to compete in the 2023 Nusenda Credit Union Class 5A Girls Basketball State Championship in Albuquerque.
Produced by LCPS.TV
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJIGVmoN5E0


New Immunization Requirements for 11th Grade Entry
To attend school in New Mexico, all children unless legally exempted, must meet immunization requirements as set forth by state regulations. The Department of Health School Entry Immunizations Requirements now state that 2 Meningococcal vaccines are required for 11th grade entry for the 2023-24 school year.
Students will not be allowed to attend for the new school year 2023/24 until this requirement is met. Please give this matter your immediate attention so that your child’s health may be protected, and their education may continue.
If you have questions regarding immunizations, please contact your school nurse.
Nuevos requisitos de vacunación para el ingreso al grado 11
Para asistir a la escuela en Nuevo México, todos los niños, a menos que estén legalmente exentos, deben cumplir con los requisitos de vacunación establecidos por los reglamentos del estado. Los requisitos de vacunación para el ingreso a la escuela del Departamento de Salud ahora indican que se requieren 2 vacunas contra el meningococo para ingresar al 11th grado en el año escolar 2023-24.
Su hijo no podrá asistir al nuevo año escolar 2023/24 hasta que haya cumplido con este requisito. Por favor atienda este asunto inmediatamente para que la salud de su hijo esté protegida, y su educación pueda continuar.
Si tiene alguna pregunta con respecto a las vacunas, comuníquese con la enfermera de su escuela.
