Community 
School Information
Elementary Breakfast/Lunch Menus, Traditional Schedule
Elementary Breakfast/Lunch Menus,Balanced Schedule
Las Cruces Public Schools
Las Cruces Public School District is the second largest school district in New Mexico. Located 45 miles north of the Mexican border, it encompasses the City of Las Cruces, the villages of La Mesilla and Doña Ana, and covers the middle third of Doña Ana County. The district has 35 schools: 24 elementary schools (grades pre-K-5), seven middle schools (grades 6-8) and four high schools (grades 9-12). The district also has one vocational high school providing career technical education (CTE) to 8th - 12th grade students.
Las Cruces Public Schools Athletics
Game schedules, tournaments, photos, and more.
Private Schools
Mesilla Valley Christian School
3850 Stern Dr
575-525-8515
Mission Lutheran School
Email:
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2752 N. Roadrunner Pky
575-532-5489
Holy Cross Catholic School
1331 N. Miranda
575-526-2517
HomeSchoolingInLasCruces.com
Information and resources about homeschooling in Las Cruces.
Summer Safety
Summer is an exciting time for kids—what are your child’s plans? Will he or she be spending time home alone? Going to local parks and pools with friends? Attending a sleep-away camp?The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children recommends that parents and guardians consider children’s summer activities, both structured and unstructured, and take responsible actions to keep them safer. The first step is to open the lines of communication. To review safety tips CLICK HERE.
Activity Centers
The Arc Life Center
Open for drop in recreation and provides numerous activities.
2225 Griggs Ave.
575-541-5140
Ages: 6-12 only
Hours: 8am-5pm
Benavidez Community Center
Dining room/multi-use room, game room (T.V., billards, foosball, table tennis, air hockey, board games), kitchen, after school activities, and more.
1045 McClure Rd.
575-541-5185
Ages: 6-17
Hours: 8am-5pm
Club Fusion Teen Center
Provides teen activities and programs for the enjoyment of the youth of Las Cruces and the surrounding area.
101 E. Union Ave.
575-541-5181
Ages: 13-17 only
Hours: 12pm-6pm
East Mesa Recreation Center
Game room (T.V., air hockey, billiards, foosball, board games), multi-use room (basketball goals,tether-ball, tables & chairs)
5589 Porter Rd.
5 75-382-1662
Ages: 6-17
Hours: 8am-5pm
Meerscheidt Recreation Center
Recreational gym, racquetball courts (two with observation deck), multi-purpose room, weight room, game room (billiards tables, air hockey, foosball, table tennis and board games), preschool activity Class for ages 3 – 5 years, youth sports program (summer only), fitness classes, and more.
1600 E. Hadley Ave.
575-541-2563
Ages: 6-17
Hours: 8am-5pm
Mesilla Park Recreation Center
Provides awide variety of activities, programs, and meeting accommodations for the community and the City of Las Cruces.
304 W. Bell Ave.
575-541-2454
Ages: 6-12 only
Hours: 8am-5pm
Youth Sports
Soccer
High Noon Soccer League
High Noon Soccer League is the only youth soccer league in Las Cruces, NM, U.S.A. HNSL is dedicated to recreation and the development of the overall abilities of every player in a safe, positive environment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, or economic status.
Baseball & Softball
Las Cruces Youth Softball Association
Basketball & Tackle Football
Las Cruces Bantam Weight Sport Association sponsors basketball and tackle football programs.
Write Las Cruces Bantam Weight Sports Association
P.O. Drawer O, Las Cruces NM 88004
575-522-3010
Tennis
CactusFire Tennis
A new Las Cruces, New Mexico-based tennis coaching resource. Our primary focus is coaching Juniors (under 17 years of age). For class listing call 575-571-8203.
Organizations for Kids
4-H Clubs in Las Cruces
The 4-H youth development program is a dynamic non-formal education program. 4-H provides youth with opportunities to learn skills, gain knowledge, have fun, and make contributions in such areas as environmental education, community service, and current youth issues. To find out more about 4-H opportunities or if you have any questions please contact the State 4-H Office at (575) 646-3026.
Boys & Girls Club of Las Cruces
After-school and summer activities including crafts, sports, computers and music at the club.
330 W. Las Cruces Ave.
575-526-1519
Boy Scouts of America
Yucca Council, regional office based in El Paso. Call (915) 772-2292. Boy Scouts of America Round Table meets second Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. 575-524-7087.
Girl Scouts Rio Grande Council
225 E. Idaho Ave., Suite 9
575-526-2532
