
Mayfield Commencement Postponed - Severe weather expected, ceremony pushed to Sunday
Severe thunderstorms developing Saturday afternoon near the Field of Dreams have prompted administrators with Las Cruces Public Schools to postpone commencement exercises for Mayfield High School’s Class of 2023.
The ceremony has been rescheduled to Sunday morning at 9 a.m. at the Field of Dreams. District officials have been monitoring the weather the last few days with the assistance of the National Weather Service in Santa Teresa. Storms originally were expected to pass through but developed quickly, prompting swift action.
“We understand this is a tremendous inconvenience for graduates and families, but the safety of everyone at the stadium is of paramount importance,” said Deputy Superintendent of Operations for LCPS, Gabe Jaquez.
All commencement ceremonies have been broadcast live, courtesy of LCPS-TV. Click here for more information.


A BIG congratulation to Celine Rodriguez a VLA students who was one of the winners of the Paper Mission contest.


LCPS Parents,
We are experiencing a districtwide outage with our phone lines. This means phone calls to your child's school are not going through. We have service providers looking into the issue and we will update you as soon as possible.
Padres de LCPS,
Estamos experimentando una interrupción en el servicio telefónico en todo el distrito. Esto significa que no se pueden recibir ni hacer llamadas telefónicas en la escuela de su hijo. Tenemos proveedores del servicio tratando de resolver dicho problema le tendremos al tanto de lo que ocurra tan pronto como nos sea posible.


High School Summer Enrichment Internship Program!
Earn up to $3,000 for the summer! If you're a high student or recent 2023 graduate. Become a Doña Ana County employee! Paid internships will be offered to area students at least 15 years of age. *15-year-olds must have a work permit. Typically, 20 hours per week, not to exceed 200 hours for the length of the program. Students will be paid $15.00 per hour for a max of $3,000. To apply, visit: www.donaanacounty.org/summerintern


The Black Education Act Bureau is proud to collaborate with the Martin Luther King Commission to host the 2023 Youth Leadership Conference June 2-4. All middle and high school students are welcome. Free transportation and lodging provided. Registration deadline is May 19, 2023. For questions, contact: Beverly Gaines, bevieg52@gmail.com
Click the link for more information: https://nmmlksc.org/youth-leadership-conference/


Around The District: The weekend, the LCPS Safe Routes to School program hosted the 2023 Family Bike Fiesta. From bike repair to safety gear, riders of all ages were invited for some family fun in the sun.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQWl8I5UCQc
Produced by LCPS.TV


#ThankAPrincipal is the national hashtag for honoring principals everywhere! Share a thoughtful message or photo of your principal and post it to social media with the hashtag #ThankAPrincipal. Las Cruces Public Schools #NM #LasCruces #WeLoveOurPrincipals


For our wonderful educators, Interim Superintendent O'Brien wanted to share some heartfelt words with you.
Please click the link below for more:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLZAT56EMpM
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!


The NMSU Physical Science Laboratory is looking for LCPS High School Students interested in learning about AI! PSL is partnering with STEMx and NMSU STEM Outreach.
Applications are now open and will be due April 14th. #stem #lascruces #nmsupsl
Click the link to learn more about STEMx Events: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zu7OIqusQNM&t
Click the link to download an application: https://redcap.link/STEMxNMSU2023


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!



Congratulations to Victoria Gier for being selected as the 2024 Teacher of the Year for the Virtual Learning Academy. Ms. Gier is a top three finalist in the running for the 2024 Teacher of the Year award for Las Cruces Public Schools.


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.
