Tune in to LCPS.TV this Wednesday, March 19, to watch the boys & girls powerlifting teams compete in the Knights of Iron Invitational! 1st flight kicks off at 10 AM.
It all happens live from OMHS - "The Castle"
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyTUKTAczFQ
Join us for the LCPS Budget Town Hall!
The LCPS Finance Division invites you to our Budget Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 5:30 PM. This important event will take place in the LCPS Board Room, located in the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex.
Your voice matters—come share your thoughts and stay informed about our school district’s financial plans. See you there!
#LCPSBudget #CommunityEngagement #LCPSFinance #TownhallMeeting
🌟 Thrive Thursday Staff Spotlight 🌟
This Thrive Thursday, we're celebrating someone whose voice is not just heard, but felt. Meet Gregory Mallory from Organ Mountain High School—a true powerhouse in education and leadership!
As a media educator, HOSA advisor, NMACTE Board member, and coach of both football and track, Mr. Mallory wears many hats, and he wears them all with passion and dedication.
But it's not just his incredible roles that make him stand out—it's his unwavering commitment to inspiring others.
Every morning, Greg starts the day with his “Morning Motivation with Mallory” videos, delivering the perfect dose of positivity to help us all thrive.
Today, we honor Mr. Mallory not just for his impact in the classroom or on the field, but for being a true role model who brings out the best in others. Recently, he had the honor of emceeing the 2025 NM Special Olympics Play Unified basketball game at OMHS—showcasing the power of teamwork, unity, and diversity.
Thank you, Mr. Mallory, for lighting the way and inspiring everyone around you to be their best! #ThriveThursday #StaffSpotlight #Inspiration #Leadership #Teamwork #Empowerment
Happening Now: Spanish Spelling Bee
You’re cordially invited to tune in online for the Spanish Spelling Bee today, March 5, at Las Cruces High School!
Watch as our talented students showcase their incredible skills in Spanish spelling. It’s a celebration of dedication, hard work, and linguistic talent!
Join our LCPS.TV livestream and cheer on the participants as they shine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp8L9s4r8_w
Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe on our LCPS.TV YouTube channel for more updates on upcoming events.
#SpanishSpellingBee
En respuesta al reciente brote de sarampión, las Escuelas Públicas de Las Cruces se están asociando con Mesilla Valley Pharmacy para ofrecer vacunas MMR (sarampión, paperas y rubéola) a todos los estudiantes, el personal y sus familias de LCPS.
Únase a nosotros para la clínica de vacunas: miércoles 5 de marzo, de 8:00 a. m. a 7:00 p. m. en Mesilla Valley Pharmacy, 4119 White Sage Arc, Suite E
Más información: https://www.lcps.net/article/2058504
In response to the recent measles outbreak, Las Cruces Public Schools is teaming up with Mesilla Valley Pharmacy to offer MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccines to all LCPS students, staff, and their families.
Join us for the vaccine clinic: Wednesday, March 5, from 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM at Mesilla Valley Pharmacy, 4119 White Sage Arc, Suite E
Learn more: https://www.lcps.net/article/2058504
Regístrese hoy para Impact25 y ¡Sábado Gigante: uniendo educación bilingüe y tecnología:
Únase a nosotros para una conferencia de dos días diseñada para cerrar la brecha entre la educación bilingüe y la tecnología educativa. Este evento inspirador y educativo contará con una lista dinámica de oradores invitados con experiencia en educación bilingüe, equidad tecnológica, artes culturales y más.
El evento se llevará a cabo el viernes 28 de marzo (de 6 p. m. a 9 p. m.) y el sábado 29 de marzo (de 8 a. m. a 3 p. m.) en Organ Mountain High School.
Este es un evento gratuito, pero los espacios son limitados. Para registrarse, visite https://sabadoimpact.sched.com/registration
Register Today for Impact25 and ¡Sábado Gigante: Bridging Bilingual Education and Technology
Join us for a two-day conference designed to bridge the gap between Bilingual Education and Educational Technology. This inspiring and educational event will feature a dynamic lineup of guest speakers with expertise in bilingual education, technology equity, cultural arts, and more.
The event is happening Friday, March 28th (6 PM - 9 PM) & Saturday, March 29th (8 AM - 3 PM) at Organ Mountain High School. This is a free event, but spaces are limited.
To register, please visit https://sabadoimpact.sched.com/registration
Plan My Future Career Expo at the Field of Dreams!
Today, more than 1,000 high school and middle school students are gathering at the Field of Dreams for an exciting career expo! This massive event features 150 employers and community organizations, all ready to share career insights, hands-on demonstrations, and, of course, some awesome swag!
We’re here to connect with students, offering guidance on career paths, education opportunities, and support services—both while they’re in school and beyond.
Produced by LCPSTV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG_F7eheH0c
This week, we are proud to introduce you to two twinning members of the Jornada Elementary School family, Maggie Rodriguez (left) and Carmela Olivas. Maggie is the finance secretary at Jornada and joined the staff full-time three years ago after working for LCPS as a substitute teacher. Carmela is the registrar and has been with Jornada for her entire career with LCPS, almost nine years!
"The best part of my day is having fun with our students," said Maggie. "I enjoy making sure they have everything they need, and if they don't, I am happy to figure it out to ensure they have a thriving, successful day."
Carmela's favorite part of the job is being part of the Jornada community and working as a team. She often reminds herself that working in public education doesn't mean "having" to do things. "We get to do these things," said Carmela. "It's an honor to be able to serve our students."
Thank you, Maggie and Carmela, for all you do to help Las Cruces Public Schools be the place where all learners thrive!
Congratulations to the Mock Trial Teams from Arrowhead Park Early College High School!
The Black Team placed 1st, and the Red Team came in 5th at the Regional Mock Trial Competition this past weekend. These talented students will advance to the Mock Trial State Competition on March 28 and 29.
Mock Trial is an innovative, hands-on experience in the law for high school students of all ages and abilities. Each year, hundreds of New Mexico teenagers, working with their teacher advisors and attorney coaches, research, study, and prepare a hypothetical courtroom trial involving issues that are both important and interesting to young people.
The state finals competition will take place in Albuquerque, where 16 teams will compete in four rounds (2 on Friday and 2 on Saturday). Each team will present both sides at least once.
Results will be calculated, and trophies will be awarded to the top three teams, courtroom artists, and reporters at an Awards Ceremony following Round 4. Individual awards will also be given to students selected by a judging panel as an Outstanding Witness or Attorney.
In addition, the two students who earn the greatest number of points as an attorney or a witness during the four rounds will be named the Zamzok Most Outstanding Attorney and Zamzok Most Outstanding Witness and will receive $500 in cash awards funded by Albuquerque attorney Larry Zamzok.
The top team, courtroom artist, and courtroom journalist will travel to compete in the National Competition in May.
Learn more: https://www.nmact.org/activities/mock-trial/
Congrats to Arrowhead Park ECHS, Centennial HS, and Las Cruces HS for their outstanding performances at the New Mexico Mock Trial Regional Qualifiers!
45 teams competed in the State of New Mexico vs. Alec Benavidez case, with students playing both prosecution and defense. Special recognition to the talented courtroom artists and journalists who also showcased their skills.
The top 16 teams, artists, and all journalists will move on to the state finals in Albuquerque on March 28-29, 2025.
Big thanks to the Third Judicial District Court, the U.S. Federal District Courts in Las Cruces & Albuquerque, and the Second Judicial District Court for making this event possible! #MockTrial #NewMexico #StateFinals #Thrive575
Young filmmakers from Elementary to High School are submitting their student-produced films in preparation for the Tell the Story LCPS Film Showcase, happening on March 26-27 at Cineport 10 Theatres.
This is a film festival you won’t want to miss! Come watch LCPS schools compete for the coveted division trophy. #filmmaking #publicschools.
Produced by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZI_UfT-BJI
Join us for the Plan My Future Career Expo hosted by Las Cruces Public Schools! Over 800 students from Las Cruces and Doña Ana County will explore a wide range of career opportunities at the LCPS Field of Dreams, organized by the Career and Technical Education (CTE) team. This exciting event is designed for middle and high school students who are exploring career options outside of college.
The expo will take place at the west parking lot of the Field of Dreams, located at 2300 Tashiro Road, on Thursday, February 27. High school students can attend from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., and middle school students are welcome from noon to 2 p.m.
Don't miss this opportunity to discover new career pathways!
A big congratulations to all our LCPS students who competed in the Science Olympiad State Championships over the weekend! Your hard work, dedication, and passion are truly inspiring. Way to go, teams! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities #LasCrucesPublicSchools
A big congratulations to all our LCPS students who competed in the Science Olympiad State Championships over the weekend! Your hard work, dedication, and passion are truly inspiring. Way to go, teams! #thrive575 #lcpsactivities #LasCrucesPublicSchools
You’re invited to join us for Impact 25 and Sábado Gigante, a combined event this year!
The conference, themed "Bridging Educación Bilingüe y Tecnologia," will be held on March 28 & 29, 2025 at Organ Mountain High School.
Friday, March 28 will feature a special welcome to the conference, complete with dinner and a special speaker. Saturday, March 29 will follow up with breakfast, numerous conference presentations to choose from, and a luncheon with a keynote speaker.
The event is free to the public. For more information, please visit: https://www.lcps.net/article/2038492
Register today: https://sabadoimpact.sched.com/registration
This year’s 2025 Unified Sweetheart Dance was a heartwarming celebration held Friday at Sierra Middle School! Schools from across the community came together for a day filled with laughter, music, dancing, and pure joy.
Our low-incidence students had the opportunity to get dressed up, dance, and create unforgettable memories with their peers. A beautiful way to celebrate friendship and inclusion! #UnifiedSweetheartDance #Community #Inclusion #UnforgettableMemories
Brought to you by LCPS.TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkIOfFZfcjk
Join us on February 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Organ Mountain High School for a powerful celebration of Black History through School Yard Rap!
This event is open to all LCPS families and is sponsored in collaboration with the NMPED.
Don’t miss this uplifting production that will educate and inspire, highlighting the remarkable achievements of Black Americans and the African experience.
Learn more: https://www.schoolyardrap.com/assemblies/
#BlackHistoryMonth #SchoolYardRap #LCPS #NMPED #CelebrateBlackHistory
Congrats to our LCPS Student-Athlete of the Week, Andres Atencio-Villegas! A standout forward for Centennial HS basketball, averaging 12 PTS, 6 REB, and 3 AST. Coach Carrillo praises Andres for his leadership, encouragement, and heart both on & off the court!
