Sunrise Elementary

02/07/2026

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Emily Esther Pacheco, beloved mother, daughter, sister, educator and friend was called home on February 3, 2026. She was born on December 19, 1983, in Tucson, Arizona, to Esther Hernandez and the late Enrique Pacheco. Emily dedicated her life to nurturing young minds as a 4thgrade teacher with Las C...

01/17/2025

LCPS Seeks Nominations for School Nurse Awards: New Mexico School Nurse Association Recognizes Awards in Service

Each year, the New Mexico School Nurse Association (NMSNA) honors outstanding school nurses and ind...

01/16/2025

Las Cruces Public Schools Awarded LCPS Dual Language Grant to Promote Bilingualism and Academic Success

Las Cruces Public Schools is proud to announce that the district has been awarded the LCPS Dual Lang...

01/16/2025

Dear Parents and Families,

We are thrilled to announce that this summer, we are partnering once again with NM PED to bring back the Literacy Summer Institute! This program is designed to help Kinder through 8th-grade students strengthen their reading skills through intensive, focused instruction.

If you are interested in this opportunity for your child, please visit the Literacy.NM.Gov link on the flyer for more information and to register.

Here are some key details:
Dates: June 2 – June 27, 2025
Days and Times: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM (4 hours/day)
Student-to-Teacher Ratio: Approximately 1:4
Sites: Six locations in our district (4 elementary schools and 2 middle schools, specific sites TBD)
Meals: Will be provided at the sites
Transportation: TBD

We look forward to another impactful summer of learning! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Esther Peterson at [email protected] with any questions, and don’t forget to check out the flyer for more details.

Thank you for supporting your child’s growth and success!

01/16/2025

Every day, we are surrounded by extraordinary educators who ignite passion, empower students, and shape the leaders of tomorrow. Their dedication and tireless efforts create a lasting impact on our schools and communities, and it is time to honor their unwavering commitment.

If you know a teacher who consistently goes above and beyond to make a difference, take a moment to nominate them for Teacher of the Year. Your nomination not only recognizes their hard work but also shines a spotlight on the excellence that thrives in our classrooms. Together, let's celebrate the educators who inspire greatness and build a brighter future for all!

To nominate a teacher, visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/62CJ8X7 or scan the QR code on the flyer. The deadline to submit nominations is Monday, January 20.

01/16/2025

LCPS Requests Feedback on 3 Calendar Options for the 2025-2026 School Year

Las Cruces Public Schools is seeking feedback from families regarding calendar options for the 2025-...

01/14/2025

January is here, and it's bursting with excitement as we kick off 2025 with epic LCPS activities! The competition season is in full swing, and we're cheering on our incredible students and teams as they gear up for unforgettable challenges. Best of luck to all our competitors!

01/09/2025

Recognize Excellence: Nominate a Teacher for LCPS 2026 Teacher of the Year

Every day, we are surrounded by extraordinary educators who ignite passion, empower students, and sh...

01/09/2025

ALERT: Our LCPS website and all school sites are down, and the outage appears to be external. We are working diligently to get it back up and running, but in the meantime please monitor LCPS social media pages for weather-related updates. Parents, we will continue to communicate using email and text message notifications. Thank you in advance for your patience.

01/08/2025

A medida que llegan las temperaturas más frías, ¡no olvides vestirte acorde al clima! Abrígate para mantenerte cómodo todo el día. Consulte el gráfico a continuación para obtener consejos sobre cómo abrigarse. ¡Manténgase abrigado!