It's here! Book fair begins on Monday. Books are being delivered today and set up for shopping on Monday!
Hello!
Please keep an eye out for acceptance letters to the afterschool program that went home in backpacks today.
If accepted, your child will receive their letter and a behavior contract. Please review the acceptance letter and contract and return the contract to the afterschool teacher no later than January 30th.
Programming begins on Monday, Jan 22nd. Buses will also be available to start that day.
Thank you!
Explorers, class pictures are tomorrow!
Looking forward to seeing all those beautiful smiles!
It's BOOK FAIR time! It's next week January 22-16 with a special night on Tuesday, January 23 during our STEM night! See link below on how to set up an e-wallet for your child to be able to shop without bringing money with them to school.
https://bookfairs-content.scholastic.com/bf/columbiaelementarylcps
Vista open house tonight @ 6:00 for all interested 5th graders!
This year, the New Mexico Art Education Association selected LCPS to receive the Certificate of Recognition.
This award goes to an outstanding school district, who has demonstrated support for and commitment to high-quality music education programs district wide.
Congratulations to Dr. Wendi Miller-Tomlinson, last night she was recognized during the Board of Education meeting after she was named the 2024 NMMEA Administrator of the Year.
Joseph Flores, LCPS Fine Arts Coordinator of Teaching of Learning, was recognized during the Board of Education meeting last night for his recent induction into the 2024 New Mexico Music Educators Association (NMMEA) Hall of Fame.
Emily Bennett was recognized during Tuesday's School Board meeting for earning the New Mexico Art Education Association Art Educator Advocacy Award.
The district formally inducted the late educator and statesman J. Paul Taylor to the Legacy Wall, recognizing several members of the Taylor family who were in attendance. Taylor served the district for 34 years as a teacher, principal, and administrator.
The district made several notable recognitions during Tuesday night's School Board meeting, including outgoing Board of Education Member Carol Cooper, Dist. 5. Board members thanked Ms. Cooper for her dedication and leadership on the board, keeping the goals of the district in the forefront.
“You lead with an open mind and an open heart,” said Vice President Cort, who added that it was a pleasure serving with Cooper.
Superintendent Ruiz recalled the support he received from Ms. Cooper when he arrived at the district, ensuring that the district always kept the needs of students first.
Mr. Frank, who replaced Cooper on the dais, recalled the close elections between the two, and how they grew to have tremendous respect for one another.
President Tenorio, who joined the board alongside Cooper in 2020, recalled her time with Cooper during a tumultuous time on the board – coming out of a ransomware attack, a global pandemic and personal tragedy after the sudden loss of late superintendent Karen Trujillo. She applauded her hard work to make the district the best environment for students.
Ms. Cooper addressed the board following a standing ovation, noting that “Of all the people I’ve been around – the caring and talented people I’ve been around – and the joy of putting kids first has been an honor. I’m so excited for our school district (with) Mr. Ruiz. I encourage us as a community to help our students focus on great outcomes that we know are possible. Every single student has purpose, and a need for education to be able to fulfill their purpose in life.”
Papa John's Night - Tuesday, January 16. Mention the code when ordering or apply the code at checkout.
LCPS community,
The district remains in communication with the National Weather Service in Santa Teresa on a cold front moving into our area later today and continuing through Tuesday. Temperatures are expected to drop significantly overnight, with below-freezing wind chills expected.
At this time, school will start on schedule tomorrow morning. but please send your students to school with coats, hats and other accessories (gloves, scarves). If possible, drop off students who normally walk to school or limit times at bus stops to keep students warm. School buildings will be open to students once they arrive on campus.
Please continue to monitor your email, cell phones and news sources for updates should the situation change.
Las Cruces Public Schools
ACTUALIZACIÓN: Alerta meteorológica invernal para el lunes
Comunidad LCPS:
El distrito permanece en comunicación con el Servicio Meteorológico Nacional en Santa Teresa con relación a un frente frío que se está dirigiendo hacia nuestra área desde hoy más tarde hasta el próximo martes. Se espera que las temperaturas bajen significativamente durante la noche, con temperaturas bajo cero.
Por lo pronto el día de mañana las clases empezarán a la hora de siempre, pero por favor, manden a sus hijos a la escuela con abrigos/chamarras, gorros y otros accesorios (guantes, bufandas). Si fuese posible lleve a la escuela a los estudiantes que usualmente caminan a la escuela o limite el tiempo de espera en la parada del autobús para que los estudiantes pasen el menos frio posible. Los planteles escolares estarán abiertos para que los estudiantes entren en cuanto lleguen.
Por favor continue revisando su correo electrónico, teléfonos celulares y las fuentes de noticias para que esté al tanto de cualquier cambio.
Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces
Our Kindness in Community fundraiser was a huge success. Thank you to all that donated items for the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley. They were grateful for the donations.
School starts back tomorrow (1/4) at 8:00 a.m. It's going to be cold in the morning, please make sure to dress warmly and have your names written in your jackets. We are looking forward to seeing you all!
Join us for an LCPS Spring Fundraiser Training to learn more about school-sponsored fundraisers on Jan. 4, at 3pm in the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex 505 S. Main St, in Conference Room A. Please see flyer for details.
This morning, three members of the LCPS Board of Education took their oaths of office during the swearing-in ceremony for re-elected board member and current president, Teresa Tenorio, Dist. 4, and newly elected members Patrick Nolan, Dist. 1, and Ed Frank, Dist. 5.
Las Cruces Public Schools invites parents, students, staff and the Las Cruces community to provide feedback on budget priorities through its annual budget survey, open now through Jan. 12, 2024.
Click here for more information: https://www.lcps.net/article/1379405.
Visit: lcpsfinance.net to take the survey today!
Thank you to our friends at Southwest Disposal of Las Cruces for bringing so much joy and happiness to hundreds of LCPS students this holiday season!
On Dec. 8, the team at Southwest Disposal built 180 bicycles 🚲 that will be donated to students across the Las Cruces Public Schools in conjunction with the Las Cruces Safe Routes to School program. 🦺
On Dec. 11, Southwest Disposal presented bikes to 30 children at Hillrise Elementary School and 30 children at Columbia Elementary School. ❤️
Today Southwest Disposal made their fifth delivery to Tombaugh Elementary School.
Thank you, Southwest Disposal of Las Cruces for your partnership and the many years of dedicated service to the students of Las Cruces Public Schools.
Students can purchase Candy Cane Grams before school in the cafeteria for $1 through next Wednesday, Dec. 13. They will also be on sale to K-1-2 families during the holiday lunch on Dec. 13. Help support our Student Council and buy ONE today!
