LCPS earns national awards for budgeting, procurement
Las Cruces Public Schools earned national recognition for budgeting and procurement, becoming the only district in New Mexico to receive both awards.
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LCPS board votes unanimously to remove César Chávez name from elementary school
The Las Cruces Public Schools Board voted unanimously to remove César Chávez’s name from an elementary school, with the renaming process beginning immediately.
LCPS board may vote Tuesday to remove César Chávez name from elementary school
Las Cruces Public Schools board members may vote Tuesday on whether to remove César Chávez’s name from an elementary school following weeks of public input and prior discussions.
LCPS continues to seek public input on Cesar Chavez Elementary name
Las Cruces Public Schools continues to seek public input on whether to rename Cesar Chavez Elementary amid recent scrutiny of Chavez’s legacy.
LCPS survey on school safety and culture open now, responses due April 27
Las Cruces Public Schools is asking parents, students and community members to complete a culture and climate survey by April 27.
Rep. Gabe Vasquez visits Mayfield High to discuss career training program
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez visited Mayfield High School to meet with students and staff in its Career and Technical Education program.
LCPS names semi-finalists, finalists for 2026 Campus Employees of the Year awards
Las Cruces Public Schools announced semi-finalists and finalists for its 2026 Campus Employees of the Year awards, with winners to be named April 24.
Picacho Middle School mourns student shot earlier this week in Las Cruces
Picacho Middle School shared a statement mourning a student shot earlier this week in Las Cruces, identifying the student only as "Chris" and offering support to the community.
LCPS to hold special meeting on possible removal of Cesar Chavez Elementary name
Las Cruces Public Schools will hold an April 8 meeting to discuss removing the Cesar Chavez Elementary name amid growing backlash tied to recent abuse allegations.
