Centennial High School

Class of 2024 Commencement Hosted at the Pan American Center

May 16, 2024

The Class of 2024 will participate in commencement ceremonies May 23-25 at the Pan American Center, 1810 E. University Avenue, on the campus of New Mexico State University. This is...

New Mexico State University's Alternative Licensure Residency Program is a competitive post-baccalaureate, graduate certificate approved by the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) as a licensure pathway designed to prepare qualified classroom teachers. The NMSU Alternative Licensure Residency Program aims to recruit highly qualified individuals who have earned a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field and are eligible for a New Mexico alternative license pathway. We seek individuals who will have a positive impact on the social, cultural, emotional, and intellectual growth of children and youth with whom they will work throughout their career. Applicants must be able to collaborate with a mentor teacher throughout the 2024-2025 school year. NMSU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and educator. The application process includes two steps, the first is the successful completion of the application. During step two, eligible applicants will be invited to a 15-minute interview with a small committee via Zoom.

NMSU Alternative Licensure Residency - Teacher Education Program

May 13, 2024

New Mexico State University's Alternative Licensure Residency Program is a competitive post-baccalaureate, graduate certificate approved by the New Mexico Public Education Departm...

When pandemic-related funds ran dry, some school districts across the country started cutting positions where they needed them most – in the school nurse’s office. In Las Cruces Public Schools, nurses are still taking charge, and the district still boasts a rare distinction: LCPS is one of the few school districts across the country with a registered nurse in every school. “Right now, we have 47 nurses on staff and 27 health assistants,” noted Shawna Bailey, Director of Health Services for LCPS. Bailey leads a team of nurses who ensure all school buildings are staffed with RNs to care for the daily needs of students, assist with medically fragile students, or connect families with needed resources. Nicole Chavarria is one of the 47 registered nurses in LCPS and is celebrating her fifth year as the school nurse at Organ Mountain High School. Overall, she has been with the district for 11 years and has held positions at Alameda Elementary School and Picacho Middle School. “The most rewarding part of being the school nurse is making a difference,” said Chavarria. “Every opportunity is a teachable moment, from washing your hands to staying properly hydrated.” Chavarria says the exciting part of the job is not knowing what situation might walk in her door at any given moment. “We get the typical bumps and scrapes,” she adds. “And then there are the more urgent matters, like when we had a student in the construction trades class come in with a nail puncture in his thumb.” Chavarria says working in a field where she could help people was always on her mind, and at one point she thought about being a doctor. “But nursing is a much more versatile field, especially for a working mom with a family.” After graduating from New Mexico State University, Chavarria took a position at Mesilla Valley Hospital. She also spent 11 years at the Student Health Center at NMSU. Prior to that, she was part of the float pool at Memorial Medical Center. “You got to work in all areas of the hospital,” she says of her time at MMC. “It was a good opportunity to get a wide variety of experience. In some ways, that’s what my job is as the school nurse – there are a variety of challenges each day. After 11 years in the district, there is still so much to learn.” National School Nurse Appreciation Day is May 8. For more information on joining the Health Services team at LCPS, click here.

A Registered Nurse in Every School: LCPS Celebrates Rare Distinction Ahead of Appreciation Day — National School Nurse Appreciation Day is May 8

May 7, 2024

When pandemic-related funds ran dry, some school districts across the country started cutting positions where they needed them most – in the school nurse’s office. In Las Cruces Pu...

Super News, Season 2, Episode 7

May 2, 2024

Coming up in Super News, in this episode, we take you down the red carpet for an inside look at the second annual Tell The Story LCPS Film Showcase. Meet a top student at Orga...

Seniors Recognized on Academic Signing Day

April 23, 2024

As many as 70 seniors from all six Las Cruces Public Schools high schools will be recognized for their academic achievements and post-secondary choice during the district’s 10 th ...

Parents, Community Can Access Online District Report Card

April 19, 2024

The New Mexico Public Education Department released a statewide database detailing various proficiencies among Las Cruces Public Schools students. The portal, known as New Mexic...

Lawmakers Back Over $5 Million in Essential District Programs — CTE, family support, outdoor classrooms, aviation program included

April 18, 2024

After wrapping this year’s legislative session, Las Cruces Public Schools secured $5 million from New Mexico lawmakers for a variety of student programs, staff wellness i...

LCPS Leader Recognized in National 2024 EdTech Awards

April 12, 2024

A Las Cruces Public Schools leader received national recognition this month for leading the way in education technology. Chief Technology Officer Joshua Silver was named a final...

LCPS Campus Employees of the Year Celebration 2024-2025

April 10, 2024

Las Cruces Public Schools is proud to recognize the semi-finalists and finalists for the campus employees of the year award. Families, friends, and colleagues came together on Apri...

The NMSU Physical Science Laboratory team is proud to announce their two-week summer camp for high school students. This two-week camp provides STEM Kits and Challenges to student participants that include all the hardware, software, and expert instruction they need to grow their STEM skill sets by solving real world challenges related to public safety and disaster relief.

STEM Mavericks Application - Summer 2024

April 9, 2024

Please complete the form below to apply for the STEM Mavericks program. The NMSU Physical Science Laboratory team is proud to announce their two-week summer camp for high schoo...

Survey Seeks Guidance on School Culture, Climate

April 8, 2024

Las Cruces Public Schools is asking parents, community members, staff and select students to share their thoughts and perceptions of the district’s culture and learning environmen...

Vroom Vroom - Vamos Niños Mobile Children’s Museum Hits the Road! Doña Ana Counties 1st Mobile Children's Museum!

April 8, 2024

News Release written by: Sommer Mitchell New Mexico and Doña Ana County - Get ready to rev up your imagination as Vamos Niños - Play to Learn, Mobile Children’s Museum, begins its...

The Second Annual Tell the Story LCPS Film Showcase — Motion Picture Roundup

2024 Tell The Story LCPS Film Showcase – Motion Picture Roundup Awards

March 28, 2024

Las Cruces Public Schools congratulates the first place winners of the 2024 Tell The Story LCPS Film Showcase. This year, more than 200 student produced films and broadcast vi...

Las Cruces Public Schools Proactively Ensures Lead-Free Drinking Water Ahead of 2025 Regulations

March 27, 2024

With pending regulations set to enforce lead testing in drinking water after October 2024, Las Cruces Public Schools is taking proactive measures to enhance the safety of its stude...

Online Registration Open for New and Current/Returning Students

March 19, 2024

Online registration/enrollment for current and new students to Las Cruces Public Schools is now open for the 2024-2025 school year. Online registration/enrollment is a self-gu...

The Second Annual Tell the Story LCPS Film Showcase — Motion Picture Roundup

March 19, 2024

Join student filmmakers from Las Cruces Public Schools as they unveil their own movies for the first time on the big screen. The event is free to the public. This year, more than 2...

The FirstLight Community Foundation Scholarship Program is now accepting applications through April 26

March 13, 2024

The FirstLight Community Foundation Scholarship Program is for graduating high school seniors in El Paso and Dona Ana County and FirstLight FCU Employee dependents. Successful can...

FirstLight Community Shred Day Event

March 12, 2024

Join us and our friends at FirstLight Federal Credit Union of Las Cruces on Saturday, March 16 from 10am to 1pm for the Community Shred Day Event which will include an opportunit...

University Hills Elementary is Recognized by Special Olympics NM as a National Unified Champion School

March 1, 2024

On Thursday, February 29, University Hills Elementary School was honored with a banner as part of the recognition of the Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools (UCS). Uni...

2nd Annual Plan My Future Event: Students Explore Career Opportunities

February 28, 2024

Nearly 800 students are expected to tour a maze of career opportunities at Las Cruces Public Schools’ Plan My Future career exploration fair on Feb. 29 at the LCPS Field of Dreams...