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
• 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
Update: Early Dismissal – Mesilla Elementary School
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Mesilla Elementary School will have an early dismissal today due to a reported gas odor in the building.
All students were safely evacuated and are currently being supervised by school staff at the Mesilla Community Center, located at 2251 Calle De Santiago.
Parents and guardians may pick up their child at the Mesilla Community Center at this time. Please remember to bring your photo ID.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we continue to prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Actualización: Salida más temprano – Mesilla Elementary School
Estimados padres y tutores:
Los estudiantes de Mesilla Elementary School saldrán más temprano el día de hoy debido a que se reportó un olor a gas en el edificio.
Todos los estudiantes fueron evacuados de forma segura y actualmente están bajo la supervisión del personal escolar en el Centro Comunitario de Mesilla, ubicado en 2251 Calle de Santiago.
Los padres y tutores pueden recoger a sus hijos en el Centro Comunitario de Mesilla en este momento. Por favor, recuerden llevar su identificación con fotografía.
Gracias por su paciencia y cooperación, nuestra prioridad es la seguridad de los estudiantes y del personal.
Important Safety Update: Temporary Evacuation at Mesilla Elementary
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Mesilla Elementary School has temporarily evacuated the building due to a reported gas odor. Students are safe, and school staff are working closely with the Mesilla Fire Department to investigate and address the situation.
All students have been escorted to the Mesilla Community Center, located at 2251 Calle De Santiago, where they are being supervised by school staff.
Parents who wish to pick up their child at the community center may do so at this time. Please remember to bring your photo ID. We will notify families if an early release becomes necessary and will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we prioritize student safety.
Estimados padres y tutores:
Mesilla Elementary School ha evacuado temporalmente a las personas del edificio debido a que se reportó un olor a gas. Los estudiantes están a salvo y el personal del centro está trabajando estrechamente con el Departamento de Bomberos de Mesilla para investigar y abordar la situación.
Todos los estudiantes han sido escoltados al Centro Comunitario de Mesilla, ubicado en 2251 Calle de Santiago, donde los estudiantes están bajo la supervisión del personal de la escuela.
Los padres que deseen recoger a sus hijos en el Centro Comunitario pueden hacerlo en este momento. Notificaremos a las familias si fuese necesario que los recojan más temprano de la hora acostumbrada, les seguiremos proporcionando actualizaciones a medida que haya más información disponible.
Gracias por su paciencia y cooperación nuestra prioridad es la seguridad de los estudiantes.
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.
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.
More than 400 kids from throughout Dona Ana County and 200-plus volunteers from law enforcement and various organizations participated in the Cops and Kids shopping experience Saturday morning at the Walmart on Rinconada Boulevard.
The event is sponsored by the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 8, in partnership with the Las Cruces Public Schools’ Title 1 Part C program and Walmart. All area Walmart stores helped make this experience possible.
A big THANK YOU to all who participated! You brought smiles to many families. ❤️
Congratulations to the team at the Challenger Learning Center of Las Cruces!
Time to celebrate some milestones! Today, Commander Jensen flew his 1000th mission. Commander Switzer hit that mark just last month. Commander Guitar has now surpassed 1250 missions and is looking forward to 1500. Help us in congratulating our flight directors for their work with Las Cruces youth. Their mission is to inspire students to pursue STEM related careers.
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Our friends at Safe Routes to School teamed up with Southwest Disposal Las Cruces to assemble 178 bikes for 2nd and 3rd grade students in Las Cruces Public Schools who won a writing contest.
Southwest Disposal raised $5,500, and their corporate office generously matched the amount, making it possible to purchase all these bikes! Their hard work, kindness, and generosity are truly inspiring. What an incredible gift to our community.
Safe Routes to School will be giving the bikes to winners of the writing contest next weekend.
Mesilla Winter Lunch for 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 5th grade with their family on 12-12-2025
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!
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.
