LCPS reports steady progress on five-year strategic plan
LCPS leaders reported steady progress on student growth, safety upgrades and wellbeing goals under the district’s five-year strategic plan.
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NMSU social work students help curb chronic absenteeism in Las Cruces
NMSU social work students are partnering with Las Cruces Public Schools to curb chronic absenteeism, improve attendance and support student success.
Las Cruces first grade teacher Nancy Orta named 2026 New Mexico Teacher of the Year
Nancy Orta, a first grade teacher at East Picacho Elementary in Las Cruces, has been named the 2026 New Mexico Teacher of the Year. She will represent the state nationally.
League of Women Voters schedules election forums in Las Cruces
The League of Women Voters of Southern New Mexico will host two nonpartisan candidate forums in September for contested school board and city council races ahead of the Nov. 4 election.
LCPS to host Aug. 28 vaccination clinic offering flu, shingles and pneumonia shots
Las Cruces Public Schools will host a vaccination clinic Aug. 28 at the district’s operations center, offering flu, shingles and pneumonia shots. Insurance required, no Tricare accepted.
LCPS to host Aug. 14 town hall on social media lawsuit
Las Cruces Public Schools will hold an Aug. 14 town hall on social media’s impact on youth and its lawsuit against major tech companies.
Temporary road closure begins Thursday near new Columbia Elementary site
Zertuche Road will be closed from May 16 to June 6 near the site of the new Columbia Elementary School. The closure will allow crews to complete paving and utility work ahead of the school’s planned opening in fall 2025.
Superintendent outlines vision, progress and challenges at LCPS State of the District
Superintendent Ignacio Ruiz highlighted student gains, equity gaps and the reopening of Columbia Elementary in LCPS' 2025 State of the District address.
Las Cruces Public Schools celebrates School Lunch Hero Day with heartfelt student tributes
LCPS celebrated School Lunch Hero Day on May 2, recognizing the 201 cafeteria staff who prepare meals for students daily and support local summer meal programs across Doña Ana County.
