Exciting 2-Day Space STEM Camps Coming Soon!
Looking for a fun and educational option for your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grader during Educator Planning Day or Parent/Teacher Conference Day? We’ve got you covered!
We’re offering two single-day Space STEM Day Camps filled with hands-on activities and engaging space-themed learning experiences.
Camp Details:
• Who Can Attend: 3rd–5th grade students who did not attend our 2025 summer camps
• Camp #1: Thursday, August 28 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Camp #2: Friday, August 29 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Cost: $30 per student (scholarships available)
• Important: Students may attend only one of the two camps
Registration Information:
• Opens: Thursday, August 15 at 8:00 AM
• Where: Links will be posted on our Facebook page and website
• Spots are limited: Registration is first come, first served and will close once all spots are filled
Registration: Thursday August 28th
https://forms.gle/VfzfEhBmmHvnfBP98
Registration: Friday August 29th
https://forms.gle/ZTEPKd2ff1bU6kVQ8
Don't miss this opportunity for your child to explore the wonders of space science in a fun and interactive setting!
Looking for a fun and educational option for your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grader during Educator Planning Day or Parent/Teacher Conference Day? We’ve got you covered!
We’re offering two single-day Space STEM Day Camps filled with hands-on activities and engaging space-themed learning experiences.
Camp Details:
• Who Can Attend: 3rd–5th grade students who did not attend our 2025 summer camps
• Camp #1: Thursday, August 28 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Camp #2: Friday, August 29 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Cost: $30 per student (scholarships available)
• Important: Students may attend only one of the two camps
Registration Information:
• Opens: Thursday, August 15 at 8:00 AM
• Where: Links will be posted on our Facebook page and website
• Spots are limited: Registration is first come, first served and will close once all spots are filled
Registration: Thursday August 28th
https://forms.gle/VfzfEhBmmHvnfBP98
Registration: Friday August 29th
https://forms.gle/ZTEPKd2ff1bU6kVQ8
Don't miss this opportunity for your child to explore the wonders of space science in a fun and interactive setting!
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Happy Independence Day!
🌟 Thrive Thursday Spotlight 🌟
This week’s Thrive Thursday spotlight is shining bright on Cheryl Keever, Kitchen Manager at White Sands School and 27-year veteran of Las Cruces Public Schools. Cheryl doesn’t just prepare meals; she prepares students for success.
Her day begins at 5 a.m. in Las Cruces, followed by a 45-minute drive over the Organ Mountains through rain, shine, or snow. Why? Because Cheryl knows that a healthy, nourishing meal can make all the difference in how a child learns, grows, and thrives.
From introducing new fruits and vegetables to creating a warm, welcoming cafeteria environment, she brings dedication and a whole lot of heart to everything she does.
When asked what keeps her going, Cheryl says, “I love going to school every day. The teachers and staff are like family. The kids are why I do my best every day to make fresh, tasty, and nutritious food for them”.
Thank you, Cheryl, for feeding with purpose and making every bite count!
This week’s Thrive Thursday spotlight is shining bright on Cheryl Keever, Kitchen Manager at White Sands School and 27-year veteran of Las Cruces Public Schools. Cheryl doesn’t just prepare meals; she prepares students for success.
Her day begins at 5 a.m. in Las Cruces, followed by a 45-minute drive over the Organ Mountains through rain, shine, or snow. Why? Because Cheryl knows that a healthy, nourishing meal can make all the difference in how a child learns, grows, and thrives.
From introducing new fruits and vegetables to creating a warm, welcoming cafeteria environment, she brings dedication and a whole lot of heart to everything she does.
When asked what keeps her going, Cheryl says, “I love going to school every day. The teachers and staff are like family. The kids are why I do my best every day to make fresh, tasty, and nutritious food for them”.
Thank you, Cheryl, for feeding with purpose and making every bite count!
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.
Parents, are you ready for the next school year? LCPS is partnering with the New Mexico Department of Health to offer free back-to-school vaccinations. Join us Friday, June 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the LCPS Operations Department at 505 S. Main Street.
Enrollment for the 2025–2026 school year at Las Cruces Public Schools is open! Register today at LCPS, where every student is empowered to thrive. 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
¡Alerta de Distribución de Alimentos!
¡El equipo de Alcance Comunitario Bilingüe de LCPS se ha asociado con el Banco de Alimentos Roadrunner de Nuevo México para organizar un evento de distribución de alimentos en formato drive-thru!
Complejo de Béisbol Field of Dreams, 2300 Tashiro Dr.
20 de junio
Comienza a las 9:30 AM — hasta agotar existencias
¡Servicio por orden de llegada!
Habrá voluntarios en el lugar para ayudar.
¡Vea el volante para más detalles!
Food Drive Alert! The LCPS Bilingual Community Outreach team is partnering with Roadrunner Food Bank of New Mexico to host a drive-thru food distribution event!
Field of Dreams Baseball Complex, 2300 Tashiro Dr.
June 20
Starts at 9:30 AM — until supplies last
First come, first served!
Volunteers will be on-site to assist.
See flyer for more details!
Enrollment for Early Childhood Education at Las Cruces Public Schools
Is your child ready to begin their learning journey? Enrollment for the 2025–2026 school year is now open at Las Cruces Public Schools, and we’re excited to welcome new students into our Early Childhood Education Program!
At LCPS, we believe in building strong foundations through play-based, hands-on learning that prepares every child for lifelong success. Our Early Childhood programs are designed to support the whole child socially, emotionally, and academically, starting from day one.
Apply Today!
Scan the QR code on the flyer (available in English and Spanish) to access the online application and get started.
Or register online now: https://www.lcps.net/page/online-registration
Need help with registration?
Call our friendly Online Registration Team at (575) 525-7121
Or email us at ioteam@lcps.net
Inscripción para la Educación Infantil en las Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces
¿Está su hijo listo para comenzar su camino de aprendizaje? ¡La inscripción para el año escolar 2025–2026 ya está abierta en las Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces, y estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida a nuevos estudiantes a nuestro Programa de Educación Infantil!
En LCPS, creemos en construir bases sólidas a través del aprendizaje práctico y basado en el juego, que prepara a cada niño para el éxito a lo largo de su vida. Nuestros programas de Educación Infantil están diseñados para apoyar al niño en su totalidad social, emocional y académicamente, desde el primer día.
¡Solicite hoy!
Escanee el código QR en el volante (disponible en inglés y español) para acceder a la solicitud en línea y comenzar.
O inscríbase en línea ahora: https://www.lcps.net/page/online-registration
¿Necesita ayuda con la inscripción?
Llame a nuestro amable equipo de Inscripción en Línea al (575) 525-7121
O envíenos un correo electrónico a: ioteam@lcps.net
Thrive Thursday
This week, we’re excited to spotlight Breanna Santome, the Family and Community Outreach Facilitator for the LCPS Bilingual Community Outreach team!
Breanna has been instrumental in supporting LCPS families, building strong bridges between the district and community partners to sponsor food drives, hygiene drives, and more. She's known for her creative, outside-the-box thinking and tireless dedication to making a difference.
Through her leadership, LCPS partners with organizations like Roadrunner Food Bank of New Mexico, Walmart (Walton & Valley), Albertsons, Sprouts, Tresco Inc., Fiesta Foods, Las Cruces First, and SaveMart just to name a few.
Today LCPS hosted its first drive-thru food distribution event at Central Office in partnership with Roadrunner Food Bank, an initiative Breanna helped bring to life! Starting today, these events will take place every first Thursday of the month at the LCPS Family Support Center (9:30 AM until supplies last).
Thank you, Breanna, for keeping our students and their families at the heart of everything you do. Your work inspires us all.
#ThriveThursday #LCPSCommunity #FamilySupport #StrongerTogether
