After school programs begin today! You should have received a letter and an email letting you know what program your child was selected to be a part of this semester. Pick up is at 4:30. There are NO buses this year. If you have any questions, please call the school.
7 days ago, Columbia
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Our first Papa John's Night for the year will be this Wednesday, August 13. Mention the code "RAISEFUNDS" when placing an order or when you order on the Papa John's app.  Columbia gets 20% of the proceeds. Make sure to share with your Las Cruces friends and family!
7 days ago, Columbia
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Bright futures start with Dual Language at LCPS!
Kids grow in confidence, culture, and communication.

Ask your school how to join!

Click here: https://www.lcps.net/page/bilingual-translation-interpretation-parent-outreach
12 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Bright futures start with Dual Language at LCPS! Kids grow in confidence, culture, and communication.

In partnership with Roadrunner Food Bank, the Bilingual Community Outreach team at LCPS will host a drive-thru food drive on Thursday, August 7, at the LCPS Family Support Center, located at the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex, 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.

The food drive will begin at 9:00 a.m. and will operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A heartfelt thank you to our volunteers and community members who help make this possible.

En colaboración con el Banco de Alimentos Roadrunner, el equipo de Alcance Comunitario Bilingüe de LCPS organizará una colecta de alimentos tipo drive-thru el jueves 7 de agosto en el Centro de Apoyo Familiar de LCPS, ubicado en el Complejo Administrativo Dra. Karen M. Trujillo, 505 S. Main St., Suite 249.

La colecta de alimentos comenzará a las 9:00 a.m. y funcionará por orden de llegada. Un sincero agradecimiento a nuestros voluntarios y miembros de la comunidad que ayudan a hacer esto posible.

12 days ago, Samantha Lewis
LCPS will host a drive-thru food drive on Thursday, August 7, at the LCPS Family Support Center
LCPS will host a drive-thru food drive on Thursday, August 7, at the LCPS Family Support Center
We still have more space in our after school programs that begin on Monday, August 11. If your child got into a program, a letter will be sent home with them on Friday listing the class they are enrolled.
13 days ago, Columbia
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Go For Launch! is coming to New Mexico for the first time this fall!

Join us September 19-20 in Las Cruces at The Challenger Center to work with Astronaut Wendy Lawrence, compete to have YOUR ideas sent to space, and receive this event patch!

Find out more at www.HigherOrbits.org and click Go For Launch!

#SpaceInspires #STEM #STEAM #MissionPatchMonday #MissionPatch #GoForLaunch
14 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Go For Launch! is coming to New Mexico for the first time this fall!
We have lots of spaces in our After School Programs and we want to fill them all. Classes are available for all students grades 1-5. We will begin on Monday, August 11 and run from after school until 4:30 p.m. Snack dinner included and lots of great learning programs to choose from. Programs are 2 days a week M&W or T&Th or sign up for 2 and stay M-Th. Descriptions for most programs can be found here: https://lcpsnm.sites.thrillshare.com/o/cbes/page/extra-curricular-programs


17 days ago, Columbia
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Want to make new friends and get active before the bell rings?

The amazing team with the Safe Routes to School Program has kicked off the first week of students getting together in groups to walk or bike to school alongside their peers, parents, and school staff.

Check out the flyer for details on how to participate.

Learn more: https://www.lcps.net/page/safe-routes-to-school-lcps
18 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Want to make new friends and get active before the bell rings?
First Day Magic Across LCPS!

From kindergarten hugs to high school high-fives, the first day of school was filled with excitement, smiles, and new beginnings. LCPS.TV takes you behind the scenes—from parent drop-offs to students reuniting with friends and meeting their new teachers.

Let the 2025 school year begin!

Video: https://youtu.be/pw5reMUvEKo
18 days ago, Samantha Lewis
First Day Magic Across LCPS!
We had a great first day of school with all of our students. Thank you for bearing with us as we work out our drop off and pick up procedures. It's been awhile since we've been such a big school. The day was great and we look forward to seeing you all again this week.
21 days ago, Columbia
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Time to sign up for our STEM after school programs. See flier below for more information. https://bit.ly/CBES_OST_2025
22 days ago, Columbia
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Welcome back Columbia families! School starts at 8:00 a.m. for K-5 tomorrow. Students can be dropped off any time after 7:30 a.m. when teachers report to duty.

As there is limited parking, please plan on a simple drop off tomorrow by entering on the north end of the drop off and and pulling up as far as possible to let your child out on the sidewalk side.

Our school day ends at 2:40 p.m. If you are picking up, please pull up as far as possible in the pick up lane and wait in your car for your child to be escorted out and loaded from the sidewalk side. If you are parking, please use the crosswalk near the front of building to cross the pick up lane.

We are excited to start the new year in our new home and getting to know all our new families!

22 days ago, Columbia
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It’s finally here! After years in the making, Columbia Elementary has officially opened its doors!

Students and families got their first look at the brand-new campus during an exciting Open House. Principal Valdez and her incredible staff welcomed everyone with big smiles, as kids met their new teachers, explored their classrooms, and broke in the brand-new playground.
The energy was high, the hallways were buzzing, and the school year is off to an unforgettable start.

LCPS.TV’s Colin Lewis gives you an exclusive inside look at Columbia Elementary!

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtKgMbhQYqE
24 days ago, Samantha Lewis
It’s finally here! After years in the making, Columbia Elementary has officially opened its doors!
It's meet the teacher night!! See you all between 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. to meet your child's teacher and see their new classroom.
25 days ago, Columbia
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Welcome Back! A Message from Superintendent Ignacio Ruiz

Superintendent Ruiz shares important updates for the new school year, including safety measures, a new two-way communication tool for families, bell schedule changes, Transition Day info, and more. Let’s make it a great year!

Video: https://youtu.be/65LZHI3-6eI
25 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Welcome Back! A Message from Superintendent Ignacio Ruiz
Reminder: New Mexico Department of Health Offers Free Back-to-School Vaccinations

As schools prepare to welcome students back for the upcoming academic year, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH), will host free vaccination clinics in July to ensure all students meet state immunization requirements.

New Mexico law requires that all students enrolled in school be up-to-date on immunizations unless legally exempted. To help families meet these requirements, NMDOH will offer free vaccinations for all children ages 18 and younger, regardless of insurance status or whether they are established patients.

NMDOH will host walk-in vaccination clinics on July 23, 24, 25, 28, and 29, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Las Cruces Public Health Office, located at 1170 N. Solano, Suite A, Las Cruces, NM 88011.

Vaccines offered include all those required for school attendance:
• DTaP/Tdap (diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis)
• Polio
• MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella)
• Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b)
• Hepatitis A and B
• PCV (pneumococcal conjugate)
• Varicella (chickenpox)
• Meningococcal ACWY
25 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Reminder: New Mexico Department of Health Offers Free Back-to-School Vaccinations

Inscripción para el Regreso a Clases

¿Ya inscribió a su hijo(a) para el año escolar 2025–2026 en LCPS?

¡No se preocupe, todavía hay tiempo! Haga clic en el enlace a continuación para inscribir a su hijo(a) hoy y dar el primer paso hacia un nuevo y emocionante año escolar.

Inscripción: https://www.lcps.net/page/online-registration 

¿Necesita ayuda? Llame a nuestro amable equipo de Inscripción en Línea al (575) 525-7121 o envíe un correo electrónico a ioteam@lcps.net

28 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Inscripción para el Regreso a Clases

Back-To-School Registration

Have you registered your child for the 2025–2026 school year at LCPS yet? No worries, there’s still time! Click the link below to register your child today and take the first step toward an exciting new school year.

Registration: https://www.lcps.net/page/online-registration

Need assistance? Call our helpful Online Registration Team at (575) 525-7121 or email us at ioteam@lcps.net

28 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Back-To-School Registration
Happy Independence Day!
about 2 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Happy Independence Day!
Job Fair Announcement – Las Cruces Public Schools Nutrition Services Las Cruces Public Schools will be hosting a Nutrition Services Job Fair on Wednesday, July 2nd, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. On-site interviews will be conducted! 400 Bell Ave Las Cruces, NM Don’t miss this opportunity to join the LCPS Nutrition Services team. For more details, please see the flyer.
about 2 months ago, Samantha Lewis
Job Fair Announcement – Las Cruces Public Schools Nutrition Services