Las Cruces robotics team earns top FIRST award, advances to Texas district competition
Project NEO Robotics of Las Cruces won the FIRST Impact Award in Fort Worth, earning a spot in the 2026 district competition in Houston.
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Las Cruces school board discusses renaming Cesar Chavez Elementary following abuse revelations
Las Cruces school board members are weighing whether to rename César Chávez Elementary following abuse allegations that have sparked calls to remove his name from public spaces.
LCPS board to consider renaming Cesar Chavez Elementary amid national controversy
Las Cruces Public Schools will discuss a possible name change for Cesar Chavez Elementary following recent allegations tied to the labor leader’s legacy. The Board of Education will make the final decision.
LCPS to host budget town hall March 5
Las Cruces Public Schools will host a public budget town hall March 5 to review and discuss the proposed FY 2026–27 district budget.
Las Cruces Public Schools announces two-hour delay Monday due to freezing temperatures
Las Cruces Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay Monday, Jan. 26, due to forecast overnight freezing temperatures, district officials announced.
LCPS to distribute free holiday meal kits for children Dec. 17
Las Cruces Public Schools will distribute free holiday meal kits for children ages 1–18 on Dec. 17, with traffic closures planned near Tashiro Drive during the evening pickup
LCPS reports academic gains in statewide assessments
Las Cruces Public Schools reported academic gains in the state’s Spring 2025 assessments, including double-digit literacy growth at several campuses and steady progress in math and science.
Friday Night Football: Hawks and Knights face off at Field of Dreams
Centennial and Organ Mountain high schools will meet Friday night at the Field of Dreams for their annual football matchup. LCPS will also reveal winners of its Grill & Thrill BBQ competition during halftime.
Ruiz to host community sessions on upcoming LCPS bond, mill levy election
Ruiz to host community sessions on upcoming LCPS bond, mill levy election
