Join us in counting down to the end of year with special dress up days.
9 days ago, Columbia
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A busy week at Columbia. Our English Spelling Bee took place yesterday and it was a great 2 hour competition. If you missed it, you can catch all the spelling action on our SPACE TV YouTube channel.

We also had a great day today with our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade families at our holiday lunch. It was great to see everyone who could make it.

One more week before our Winter Break. Let's make it a great last week of our 1st Semester back at our new Columbia home and try to have 100% perfect attendance.
about 21 hours ago, Columbia
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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.

1 day ago, Samantha Lewis
Time to celebrate some milestones!  Today, Commander Jensen flew his 1000th mission.
Time to celebrate some milestones!  Today, Commander Jensen flew his 1000th mission.
Spelling Bee Live NOW on our SPACE TV channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4KrOdC9gGY
2 days ago, Columbia
When our programs and community partners work together, amazing things happen for kids!

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.
5 days ago, Samantha Lewis
When our programs and community partners work together, amazing things happen for kids!
When our programs and community partners work together, amazing things happen for kids!
When our programs and community partners work together, amazing things happen for kids!
When our programs and community partners work together, amazing things happen for kids!
When our programs and community partners work together, amazing things happen for kids!
When our programs and community partners work together, amazing things happen for kids!
If you purchased a ticket to eat with your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade student on Friday, December 12 for our Holiday Lunch, here are the times.

3rd Grade 11:30
4th Grade 12:10
5th Grade 12:50

Start times may be shifted based on cafeteria capacity and number of guests.

We look forward to seeing you all and hope to make this a great celebration.
6 days ago, Columbia
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Please join us tomorrow for our first annual Las Cruces Public Schools Honor Orff Ensemble Performance featuring elementary music students from Columbia, Loma Heights, Sunrise, Tombaugh, and Centennial HS Percussion. #thrive575
8 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Please join us tomorrow for our first annual Las Cruces Public Schools Honor Orff Ensemble Performance featuring elementary music students from Columbia, Loma Heights, Sunrise, Tombaugh, and Centennial HS Percussion.

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.

9 days ago, Samantha Lewis
As the holiday season approaches, we invite you to join us 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.
As the holiday season approaches, we invite you to join us 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.
As the holiday season approaches, we invite you to join us 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.

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.

10 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Meet the inspiring women of the Las Margaritas Golf Club in Las Cruces!
Meet the movers and shakers of the Las Margaritas Golf Club in Las Cruces!

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!

10 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Check out our December LCPS Activities events!
Check out our December LCPS Activities events!
Check out our December LCPS Activities events!
Este jueves, 4 de diciembre, Roadrunner Food Bank y el equipo de Alcance Comunitario Bilingüe de Las Cruces Public Schools se asociarán para llevar a cabo una distribución mensual de alimentos en formato de autoservicio (drive-thru) para las familias de LCPS.

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.
11 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Este jueves, 4 de diciembre, Roadrunner Food Bank y el equipo de Alcance Comunitario Bilingüe de Las Cruces Public Schools se asociarán para llevar a cabo una distribución mensual de alimentos en formato de autoservicio (drive-thru) para las familias de LCPS.
This Thursday, Dec. 4, Roadrunner Food Bank and the Bilingual Community Outreach team at Las Cruces Public Schools will partner to host a monthly drive-thru food distribution for LCPS families.

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.
11 days ago, Samantha Lewis
This Thursday, Dec. 4, Roadrunner Food Bank and the Bilingual Community Outreach team at Las Cruces Public Schools will partner to host a monthly drive-thru food distribution for LCPS families.
It's time to register for our Spring 2026 after school programs. See flier for more program details. https://bit.ly/springOST26
12 days ago, Columbia
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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!

22 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but our schools have been celebrating the season of gratitude all month long.
Ride the Bus on Dec. 2 and You Could Win BIG!

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!
24 days ago, Samantha Lewis
Ride the Bus on Dec. 2 and You Could Win BIG!
Ride the Bus on Dec. 2 and You Could Win BIG!

Join Your Child for a Festive Holiday Meal at School!

’Tis the season to gather and enjoy a festive, nutritious holiday meal with your children, grandchildren, nieces, or nephews at their school!

Holiday meal tickets are available for $6 (cash only) and can be purchased at each school site from Nov. 10-Dec. 5.

Our Nutrition Services team will be preparing delicious holiday meals, served with love!
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¡Acompañe a su hijo(a) a una Festiva Comida Navideña en la Escuela!

¡Es la temporada para reunirse y disfrutar de una comida navideña festiva y nutritiva con sus hijos, nietos, sobrinos o sobrinas en su escuela!

Los boletos para la comida navideña están disponibles por $6 (solo en efectivo) y se pueden comprar en cada escuela del 10 de noviembre al 5 de diciembre.

¡Nuestro equipo de Servicios de Nutrición preparará deliciosas comidas navideñas, servidas con mucho cariño!

about 1 month ago, Columbia
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When school isn’t in session, some families face an empty table, but our community is stepping up. Casa de Peregrinos and Las Cruces Public Schools are working together to ensure no one goes hungry during school breaks.

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:
https://5il.co/32yih
about 1 month ago, Samantha Lewis
When school isn’t in session, some families face an empty table, but our community is stepping up. Casa de Peregrinos and Las Cruces Public Schools are working together to ensure no one goes hungry during school breaks.

Roadrunner Food Bank, in partnership with Las Cruces Public Schools, will host a free produce pop-up food distribution at the Field of Dreams on Thursday, November 13.

This event is open to everyone in the community, no registration required. Fresh produce will be available at no cost to help families and individuals who could use a little extra support.

Distribution begins at 9:00 a.m. Please arrive early and make room in your vehicle for boxes.

For questions, contact 844-684-6268 or email foodassistance@rrfb.org


El Banco de Alimentos Roadrunner, en colaboración con las Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces, organizará una distribución gratuita de productos frescos en el Field of Dreams el jueves 13 de noviembre.

Este evento está abierto a toda la comunidad y no se requiere registro. Se ofrecerán productos frescos sin costo alguno para apoyar a las familias y personas que necesiten un poco de ayuda adicional.

La distribución comenzará a las 9:00 a.m. Se recomienda llegar temprano y dejar espacio en su vehículo para las cajas.

Para más información, comuníquese al 844-684-6268 o escriba a foodassistance@rrfb.org

about 1 month ago, Samantha Lewis
Roadrunner Food Bank, in partnership with Las Cruces Public Schools, will host a free produce pop-up food distribution at the Field of Dreams on Thursday, November 13.
El Banco de Alimentos Roadrunner, en colaboración con las Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces,
¡Acompañe a su hijo(a) a una Festiva Comida Navideña en la Escuela!

¡Es la temporada para reunirse y disfrutar de una comida navideña festiva y nutritiva con sus hijos, nietos, sobrinos o sobrinas en su escuela!

Los boletos para la comida navideña están disponibles por $6 (solo en efectivo) y se pueden comprar en cada escuela del 10 de noviembre al 5 de diciembre.

¡Nuestro equipo de Servicios de Nutrición preparará deliciosas comidas navideñas, servidas con mucho cariño!

Por favor, consulte con la escuela de su hijo(a) para conocer las fechas específicas y obtener más detalles.
about 1 month ago, Samantha Lewis
¡Acompañe a su hijo(a) a una Festiva Comida Navideña en la Escuela!
Join Your Child for a Festive Holiday Meal at School!

’Tis the season to gather and enjoy a festive, nutritious holiday meal with your children, grandchildren, nieces, or nephews at their school!

Holiday meal tickets are available for $6 (cash only) and can be purchased at each school site from Nov. 10-Dec. 5.

Our Nutrition Services team will be preparing delicious holiday meals, served with love!

Please check with your child’s school for specific dates and additional details.
about 1 month ago, Samantha Lewis
Join Your Child for a Festive Holiday Meal at School!