Las Cruces Public Schools
Recent News About Las Cruces Public Schools
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White Sands School receives prestigious national recognition
White Sands School has been recognized as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School, as announced this week by U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. This recognition highlights schools that excel in academic performance or make significant strides in closing achievement gaps among different student groups. Among the 356 schools recognized, three are in New Mexico.
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Superintendent addresses social media threats toward schools
Las Cruces Public Schools Superintendent Ignacio Ruiz shared a message on Thursday following a series of social media threats directed at schools. In the video, Ruiz emphasized the importance of understanding that violence, including threats of violence, is unacceptable on school campuses.
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Vaccination clinic for flu, covid-19, shingles and pneumonia on Sept. 18
On Wednesday, Health Services will host a shot clinic at the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Flu, COVID-19, shingles, and pneumonia vaccines will be available.
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Super News highlights school initiatives and community efforts in September episode
Super News, September Episode
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Las Cruces Public Schools seeks volunteers for instructional calendar committee
Las Cruces Public Schools will begin collecting community feedback on instructional calendar development and seek volunteer committee members to make calendar recommendations to the LCPS Board of Education for consideration.
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Las Cruces Public Schools selects parent representatives for redistricting advisory committee
Parent representatives have been selected as part of Las Cruces Public Schools’ Redistricting Advisory Committee (RAC). The RAC will assist in identifying potential new school attendance boundaries for consideration by the LCPS Board of Education.
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Las Cruces Public Schools seeks volunteers for Budget Survey Committee
Las Cruces Public Schools is seeking community volunteers to serve on a Budget Survey Committee for the upcoming fiscal year.
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Crosstown rivalry game kicks off football season on Aug. 23
Las Cruces High School will face Mayfield High on Friday, Aug. 23, in a highly anticipated rivalry game that has been a significant event since 1965. The game will commence the 2024 football season at 7 p.m. at the Field of Dreams, located at the corner of Motel Boulevard and Tashiro Road.
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Las Cruces High School combats hunger with community support programs
Las Cruces High School has established itself as a significant support system for students and families in the community through its food pantry and clothing closet initiatives. This year, the school received $2,500 in grant funding from the Albertsons Companies Foundation Nourishing Neighbors Program. The grant is part of "Explore. Act. Tell.", an experiential learning program designed to teach students how to address food insecurity.
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Mayfield vs Las Cruces high schools renew historic rivalry
The longstanding rivalry between Mayfield High School and Las Cruces High School is set to be renewed with a series of events culminating in a football game on Friday, August 24th. This rivalry, considered one of the greatest in New Mexico high school history, will begin with an event on Saturday, August 17th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Field of Dreams Softball Complex.
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Earth Odyssey day camps scheduled in Las Cruces on August 19th & 30th
The Challenger Learning Center of Las Cruces is set to host Earth Odyssey Challenger Day Camps on August 19th and 30th at the LCPS Teaching & Learning Center, located at 505 S. Main St., Suite 400. Parents or guardians must designate an authorized individual for drop-off and pick-up of campers. Accompanying adults are required to sign campers in and out and present a photo ID.
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Las Cruces Public Schools begins redrawing boundaries amid new school opening
Las Cruces Public Schools (LCPS) will begin outlining new school attendance boundaries for consideration by the LCPS Board of Education. This effort coincides with the opening of the new Columbia Elementary School and aims to balance school populations and address overcrowding in the district’s East Mesa schools. According to district administration, redistricting will also help bolster the student population at Mayfield High School, which has become a focus of the district.
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Greater Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce opens applications for junior leadership program
The Greater Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce has announced the recruitment for the 2024/2025 Junior Leadership Las Cruces (JrLLC) program. This initiative targets high school juniors who are looking to advance their leadership skills.
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Clear bag policy implemented at Las Cruces Public Schools' Field of Dreams venues
Las Cruces Public Schools has initiated a clear bag policy at the district’s Field of Dreams outdoor event venues, including the LCPS football, soccer, baseball, and softball fields. District administration states that this measure aims to expedite security lines and enhance public safety.
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Las Cruces Public Schools announces Feeder Pattern Frenzy Game Day schedule
Las Cruces Public Schools has announced the launch of Feeder Pattern Frenzy 2024. This initiative allows elementary school students to attend specific athletic events at no cost through their feeder pattern high schools.
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Sports physicals offered at Centennial High School for LCPS students on August 7
La Clinica de Familia has announced it will host a sports physical clinic at Centennial High School on August 7. This event is open to all students of the Las Cruces Public Schools (LCPS) district.
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Desert Hills Elementary announces temporary traffic changes due to construction
As part of ongoing construction at Desert Hills Elementary, Phase I of the parking lot will open on Monday, August 5. The existing parking lot in front of the school will be closed. These changes are temporary but will impact traffic on Roadrunner starting Monday.
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Super News explores student tech interns and community support
In this episode of Super News, the new season commences with a focus on student technology interns in the CTE program and their achievements over the summer. The Las Cruces community's support for these students is highlighted, along with an exclusive look at the first day of school holiday at White Sands.
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Las Cruces Public Schools continues free tutoring program
Las Cruces Public Schools (LCPS) has announced the continuation of its free tutoring program, Paper, for the current school year. The program is available in both English and Spanish and provides round-the-clock academic support.
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Sports physicals available for all LCPS students on July 31
Las Cruces Public Schools (LCPS) has announced that La Clinica de Familia will host a sports physical clinic at Centennial High School on July 31 from 5 to 9 p.m. The event is open to all students within the district.