
The #ArrowheadCenter located on the NMSU campus, works alongside organizations like the Las Cruces Public Schools to drive economic growth in the region. Together, we create pathways for students to gain the skills and knowledge needed to position the region’s economy for growth.


The public is invited to attend the first Town Hall meeting today to discuss redistricting at LCPS.
The first town hall meeting will be hosted in the Commons area at Organ Mountain High School (5700 Mesa Grande Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88011) today, Nov. 14 at 5:30 p.m.
The meeting will cover proposed zone options for elementary, middle and high school and will provide an opportunity for feedback on zone preferences.
*The second town hall will be at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20 in the Mayfield High School cafeteria (1955 N Valley Dr #5154, Las Cruces, NM 88007.)
More information: https://www.lcps.net/article/1867215


Here are all the exciting activities happening this week for Las Cruces Public Schools.
Good luck to the High School teams from LCHS and OMHS competing at the NMTIE Rocket League Invitational today in Albuquerque.
Best of luck to the teams competing at the LCPS Blitz Tournament on Friday.
Don't forget, the LCPS Elementary Esports Tournament is happening over the weekend on Nov. 16 at Jornada Elementary.
Hatch High School will host CHS, LCHS, MHS, and OMHS for the FFA Leadership Development Event on Nov. 22. #Thrive575 #Activities #NM #LCPS


Join us this Friday night at 6 PM at the OMHS gym for the LCPS Activities Chess Blitz! All K-12 students are welcome to compete in this individual speed chess tournament. No need to be on a chess team—just come ready to play! Email msoffera@lcps.net to sign up. Bring your friends and family for a fun night of fast-paced chess! ♟️ #thrive575 #lcpsactivities #LasCrucesPublicSchools


Superintendent Ruiz joined Ruby Bada on "Al Aire" Podcast this morning to discuss the importance of reaching our Spanish-speaking community, redistricting process and the district calendar. LCPS is looking for family feedback to ensure decisions reflect our community's needs.


Thank you, Veterans, for your service to our country. Today we honor you!


Congratulations to our Middle and High School Honor Ensembles for a beautiful performance over the weekend at the the Las Cruces Public Schools & String Factory 2024 Regional Honor Orchestra Concert. Students performed on Nov. 9 at the NMSU Atkinson Recital Hall #thrive575









Good luck to all of our high school swimmers today as they head to Hobbs for their first meet! #thrive575 @LCPSnet @Cen10Hawks @LasCrucesDawgs @MayfieldTrojans @OrganMountainHS


Come join us for Trivia Night!
Wednesday, November 13 at the Game II from 6:30pm-8:00pm.
Get ready for an exhilarating evening of trivia that brings our community together in support of the Las Cruces Public Schools Foundation's mission!
This fantastic event promises not only fun and friendly competition but also the chance to directly support our Teacher Supply Mini-Grant program with a modest entry fee of just $55 for a team of 3-5 participants.
Whether you're a trivia master, a casual player, or just looking to enjoy a night out with friends, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your knowledge, forge new connections, and contribute to a cause that truly matters. This school year alone, we have already awarded 132 mini-grants - that's $13,200 in supplies!
Visit www.lcpsf.org to register. We look forward to seeing you there!


Reminder: Tonight is the first of several Budget Town Hall meetings, starting at 5:30 p.m. in the boardroom at the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex. Learn about our upcoming budget process, funding priorities and how we gather public feedback.
Can't make it? Watch it here live: https://www.youtube.com/live/Ucf8rVRE48w


Here's a glance at all of the wonderful activities happening at Las Cruces Public Schools for the month of November. #Thrive575 #LCPSActivities #Events


Congratulations to all of the high bands who put on a marvelous exhibition and final performances over the weekend at the NMSU Tournament of Bands!!! #thrive575
TOB FINALS
Music: Hanks HS
Percussion: Parkland HS
Colorguard: Hanks HS
1) 89.700 Hanks HS
2) 86.100 Royal Knight Regiment - Organ Mountain High School
3) 85.200 La Cueva HS
4) 84.950 Horizon HS
5) 83.800 Parkland HS
6) 78.600 Riverside HS
7) 78.000 Centennial High School Band
8) 77.800 Las Cruces High School Band
9) 73.500 Americas HS
10) 72.500 Carlsbad HS
Exhibition Bands of Distinction
Class B Goddard HS
Class C Austin HS
Photo credit: Joseph Flores, LCPS Fine Arts Director






On Friday, LCPS hosted the Energy Expo and Career Symposium at NMSU. It was a day of thriving activity as over 3,000 students learned about opportunities in the drone and energy industry, including careers in agriculture, economics, solar, wind & more!
Photo credit: Bill Fox











Calling all football fans to come show support this Friday night at the Field of Dreams as the Bulldawgs take on the Hawks. Kickoff is at 7pm.
Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1548067?schoolId=NM8116
Livestream brought to you by LCPS-TV: https://www.youtube.com/live/EsfFagdDIe8
*Before you head to the game, be sure to stop by the baseball complex for The Grill and Thrill BBQ competition.
Click here for details: https://www.lcps.net/article/1835238


If you love BBQ, you won’t want to miss the Grill and Thrill BBQ Competition happening at the Field of Dreams Baseball Complex at 4pm.
The event brings together all of our high schools for a team competition to see who can take home bragging rights for the best BBQ!
The event is free to the public, so come out and bring your family and friends to sample some of the most flavorful BBQ in the Southwest! We’ll see you there!
Event details: https://www.lcps.net/article/1854134

Thank you to the LCPS Bilingual Community Outreach team for decorating an ofrenda for Día de Los Muertos. The multi-day holiday involves family and friends gathering to pay respects in remembrance of friends and family members who have passed on.

Happy Halloween from the staff at Las Cruces Public Schools!


On Nov. 1, more than 3,000 middle, high school and college students will travel to NMSU for the Energy Expo & Career Symposium. The event encourages students to explore careers in the energy sector, linking them with local companies to reach a larger workforce in our community.


Join us at the Field of Dreams on Wednesday, October 30th, 7:15pm for the Las Cruces Public Schools Marching Band Exhibition! This event is free and open to the public. Clear bag policy in effect. #thrive575


Las Cruces Public Schools Foundation, Inc. continually supports outstanding education professions in the tireless pursuit of excellence in our Las Cruces Public Schools classrooms.
Congratulations goes out to our next Innovative Teaching Grant recipients at @Tombaugh Elementary School! Thanks to dedicated educators Amber Gonzales and Lisa Manes, students will be able to experience the La Nube Discovery Center in El Paso Texas!
Kudos to you educators who chose to go above and beyond for our Las Cruces Public Schools students! Enjoy your field trip!
