Events & News

Los Lunas Schools is excited to announce the graduation dates and end-of-year activities for the Senior Class of 2025. As our senior class members from Century High School, Los Lunas High School, and Valencia High School prepare to embark on their next chapter, we want to ensure that families and friends are informed of upcoming important dates and events.

Due to University of New Mexico’s athletics schedule and commencement ceremony, graduation for Los Lunas Schools will take place on Monday, May 19, 2025.

“We understand that holding the ceremonies on a Monday is a change for our school district community and want to provide commencement information in a timely manner so that our graduates and their families can prepare for this momentous occasion,” says Susan D. Chavez, Acting Superintendent of Los Lunas Schools. “Many factors were considered when selecting this date including the end of the school year, available dates given to the district by UNM, and senior class end of the year activities. We look forward to celebrating our seniors on May 19^th.”

Century High School:

• Last Day for Seniors: May 9, 2025
• Robing Ceremony: May 13, 2025
• Graduation: May 19, 2025, at 1:00pm at the UNM Pit

Valencia High School:

• Last Day for Seniors: May 9, 2025
• Robing Ceremony: May 15, 2025
• Graduation: May 19, 2025, at 4:00pm at the UNM Pit

Los Lunas High School:

• Last Day for Seniors: May 9, 2025
• Robing Ceremony: May 14, 2025
• Graduation: May 19, 2025, at 7:00pm at the UNM Pit

We encourage all families to mark these important dates on their calendars. The graduation ceremonies will celebrate the hard work and achievements of our students, and we look forward to honoring them in a memorable event.

Additional Information:

Further details regarding the graduation ceremony, including parking information will be provided as the date approaches. Please stay connected through our official website, Remind notifications, and social media platforms for updates.

The U.S. Navy showcased its SEAL Virtual Reality Experience at Los Lunas High School this week. Navy Outreach and Diversity leaders visited the campus in search of high-ability students who have what it takes to excel in high-demand STEM fields, such as nuclear engineering, cryptology, IT and health care. The Navy also shared with students information about its $180,000 ROTC Scholarship Program, which pays full college tuition for students with exceptional academic and leadership credentials. The main attraction was the Nimitz, a mobile, state-of the-art virtual reality experience that simulates an actual high-speed Navy SEAL mission. 

“We are extremely excited to spend time at Los Lunas High School, meeting with exceptional students and faculty, and discussing the great opportunities available in today’s Navy,” says Commander Dominique Jackson, Navy Diversity and Outreach. “It is important for today’s high school students to understand that a Navy STEM career offers an exceptional future.”

The Nimitz happens inside a mobile, 18-wheeler where participants go through a video briefing before strapping on an Oculus Rift headset and a piece of wearable technology called a SubPac (traditionally used by Club DJs) that beats in real time to the sounds of the mission. Participants then navigate the mission using a cutting-edge steering wheel and throttle system that replicate the actual sensation of piloting a high-speed SWCC boat while extracting SEALs. Once finished, participants move to the debriefing station, where they receive feedback and a performance grade.

Members of the Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC) attended a meeting at Los Lunas High School to hear the safety initiatives Los Lunas Schools has implemented over the years. Some of the measures include two key programs – Rocket Rules and the StopIt anonymous reporting app – both geared towards enhancing campus safety and student wellbeing.

Rocketrules.org is an online tool that provides a comprehensive set of school safety guidelines and best practices for school campuses. The platform covers a wide range of topics, including emergency preparedness, threat assessment, and social-emotional learning for elementary students using age-appropriate language using a cartoon dog named “Rocket” to spread their message.

"Rocket Rules has been an invaluable resource for our district for the past two years," said Los Lunas Schools Safety and Security Direct Desi Garcia. "It gives our young students ideas on how to stay safe, including the proper use of crosswalks, avoiding dark areas that may be unsafe, stranger danger, and how to ask for help.”

In addition to Rocket Rules, the district has been using the StopIt anonymous reporting app since 2018. It allows students to quickly and discreetly report any concerning behavior or potential threats. Students can voluntarily upload the app to their phones or district-issued devices. Any information or tips they submit on the app is then immediately routed to school administrators, Los Lunas Schools Resource Officers and other appropriate authorities for investigation.

"The StopIt app has been a game-changer in terms of our ability to identify and address issues early on," explained Garcia. "Students feel empowered to speak up, and we're able to intervene before problems escalate."

For the past decade, Los Lunas Schools has partnered with local law enforcement agencies, including the Los Lunas Police Department, the Valencia County Sheriff’s Office, Bosque Farms Police, and the Los Lunas Fire Department. This relationship is part of a broader effort to enhance school safety. The LESC learned how the district’s efforts can be implemented in other districts statewide, as well as provide ongoing training and support.

Students from elementary to high school also attended the meeting. They expressed how having school resource officers on campus, the StopIt app and other measures make them feel safe.

“I don’t feel I have to worry about safety when I get to school,” one Los Lunas High School student told the panel. “I can focus on my schoolwork knowing our SROs have everything under control.”

As the new school year begins, Los Lunas Schools is encouraging all students, parents, and community members to familiarize themselves with Rocketrules.org and the StopIt app. Together, these initiatives aim to foster a culture of safety, trust, and open communication within the district.

Los Lunas Public Schools has launched a clear bag policy at all district athletic events, both indoor and outdoor venues effective beginning August 19, 2024, a step that district administration says will enhance public safety.

The new clear bag policy does not apply to student athletes who have district-issued team bags.

The clear bag policy is modeled after industry standards, which allow for the following:

• Bags that are clear, plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12"x6"x12"
• A one-gallon clear plastic zipper-style freezer bag
• Small, non-clear clutch bags, approximately the size of your hand (the bag cannot be larger than 4.5"x6.5"), with or without a handle or strap
• Exceptions will be made for medically necessary supplies in bags appropriate to the size of the medical supplies

Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:

• Purses larger than a clutch bag
• Coolers
• Briefcases
• Backpacks
• Drawstring bags
• Luggage of any kind
• Computer or camera bags
• Any bag larger than the approved sized mentioned above

Under the new policy, guests may bring one approved clear bag and/or one small bag (like a clutch) to Los Lunas Schools stadiums, fields, and other athletic events. Cameras and binoculars may be carried into the venues as long as they are not in a bag or case. Seat cushions and blankets are still allowed. Diaper bags are also allowed under the clear bag policy, provided guests enter the venues with a child. All items are still subject to inspection. Click here to view examples of permitted bags and prohibited bags.

 

Effective Immediately - Parking Changes at Los Lunas High School Football Stadium:

Construction at the Los Lunas High School football stadium is well underway, and fans can expect changes to parking around the stadium beginning this week and for the upcoming season.

To accommodate fans, Los Lunas Schools has announced the following changes:

• Handicap parking will be available in front of the stadium as usual but will only be accessible from Tiger Lane via Los Cerritos.
• Parking for other drivers will be available at the softball parking area via Tiger Lane.
• Additional parking from south Emilio Lopez Road via the front entrance access to Los Lunas High School. Parking lots by the auditorium and south of the school will be available.
• Drivers may also access parking from north Emilio Lopez Road via the gated entrance to the parking lot near the practice field (northwest of the stadium).
• There will be NO ACCESS to the practice field parking lot from Tiger Lane.

Los Lunas Schools acknowledges these changes may create some inconvenience for spectators, but they are necessary to accommodate construction to the stadium that will benefit our fans and the community for years to come. We encourage fans to arrive early and carpool if they can.Signage and personnel will also be on hand during scrimmages and game days to help direct fans to available parking, as well as golf carts to aid those who may need help getting from the parking lots to the front entrance of the stadium. Spectators will still enter the stadium from the usual entrance. Please see the map below for your reference or click here for printable version.

Please note: The map and parking access points will change frequently due to construction. We will continue to notify everyone as the changes are made.

 

Local Girl Scouts Spread Joy with Cookie Donation to School Resource Officers - Los Lunas Schools SROs got a sweet treat this week. Girl Scouts Troop 10128 in Los Lunas donated dozens of boxes of their famous cookies to the school resource officers. They dropped them off at Sundance Elementary where they had the opportunity to thank some of the SROs for their service.

Brownie Leader Clorissa Willie said many of the troop members attend schools across the district and they wanted to show their appreciation by doing something special for those who work hard to keep their schools safe every day.

“It’s one of the principles of Girl Scouts, to give back to the community,” she explained. “They really love it. They really enjoy learning how we can help the community.”

The troop coordinated with the district to arrange the cookie delivery. Desi Garcia, Director of Safety and Security, said his officers were touched and very grateful for the gift.

“To receive a call from an organization like the Girl Scouts, it’s very meaningful to us,” he expressed. “We don’t look for recognition, but it’s nice to get recognized from those who appreciate the job that we’re doing to keep kids safe.”

Girl Scouts Troop 10128 donated a total of 156 boxes of cookies to the SROs, as well as the Los Lunas Police Department and the Los Lunas Fire Department.

Tiger and Jaguar Fans,

Los Lunas Schools is now offering an All-Sports Pass!

The pass allows admission to ANY regular season home games for LLMS, VMS, LLHS, and VHS from August 12, 2024 to May 30, 2025.

The cost is $75 per adult and $35 per child. It cannot be used for competitions, tournaments, or district games.

Click here to purchase the All-Sports Pass.

Los Lunas High School is undergoing a major renovation project to its football field entrance and concession stand facilities. The nearly $4 million project, funded through a bonds approved by voters, will transform the Tiger fan experience for home games.

The previous football field entrance was outdated and uninviting for fans and visitors. The new entrance will feature a grand entryway that will show the school's Tiger Pride. The construction will also make it easier for crowds to flow in and out of the stadium. The entryway project is expected to be completed before August 23, 2024, the date of the first home football game.

The concession area is also getting a much needed upgrade. The old, cramped concession on the northwest corner has been demolished and the new building will be expanded and modernized with new bathrooms. This project is not expected to be completed until March 2025, which will leave only one concession area available this football season on the home side of the football stadium.

According to Tiffany McMinn, the Los Lunas Schools director of maintenance and construction, this is just the beginning of construction at the field. The design of phase two is currently underway and includes replacing the track field house, restrooms and concession building that is south of the bleachers, as well as another project for the running track circling the football field, which will include restriping the track and placing the coating over the entire surface. Overall the construction at the stadium will take place over the next two years.

In addition to these changes, the renovation project is also addressing important safety and accessibility issues with the goal of meeting the needs of all spectators visiting the LLHS stadium.

With a fresh, modern look and enhanced functionality, the renovations are expected to energize the community's pride and excitement for the upcoming football season.

Los Lunas Schools is accepting transfer request applications for the 2024-2025 school year. The online form is only for students who wish to attend a school that they are NOT currently attending. Transfer requests are based on space availability.

We will not be accepting any requests for the following schools at this time:

• Katherine Gallegos Elementary
• Sundance Elementary

Please use this online form to request a transfer.

If you have questions, please contact the Los Lunas Schools Accountability Department at 505-866-8301.

New Students:

Step 1:

You must create a PowerSchool enrollment login (in English or in Spanish) and follow the steps provided.

Preferred Browsers:

1. Mozilla Firefox
2. Chrome
3. Safari

Step 2:

Please make sure you provide the site with the following documents:

1. Original Birth Certificate
2. Current Shot Record
3. Proof of Residency (utility bill in parent's name, driver's license with current address)

Your child will not be registered until the above documents have been verified at the school. If you have any questions regarding registration, please call your school site.

If your student has an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), you will also need to complete registration with Special Services online.

Your child will not be registered until the documents have been verified at the school.

Returning Students:

If your child is a current student at any school in the Los Lunas Schools District, please use the Returning Student Registration in your ParentPortal.

Please make sure to select the correct school year for registration.

Please make sure you provide the school site with the following documents:

1. Original birth certificate
2. Current immunizations record
3. Proof of residency

Los Lunas Schools Pre-K & Kindergarten Registration

Registration is underway for Pre-K children who will be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2024 and for Kindergarten children who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2024.

What You Need:

• Birth certificate
• Immunization records
• Proof of residence (PNM bill, gas bill, phone bill, and driver's license that shows physical address)

 

What To Do?

New Student Registration:

Step 1:

You must create a PowerSchool enrollment login and follow the steps provided (in English or in Spanish)

Preferred Browsers:

1. Mozilla Firefox
2. Chrome
3. Safari

Step 2:

Please make sure you provide the site with the following documents:

1. Original Birth Certificate
2. Current Shot Record
3. Proof of Residency (utility bill in parent's name, driver's license with current address)

Your child will not be registered until the above documents have been verified at the school. If you have any questions regarding registration, please call your school site.

If your student has an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), you will also need to complete registration with Special Services online.

Your child will not be registered until the documents have been verified at the school.

Returning Student Registration:

If your child is a current student at any school in the Los Lunas Schools District, please use the Returning Student Registration in your ParentPortal.

Please make sure you provide the school site with the following documents:

1. Original birth certificate
2. Current immunizations record
3. Proof of residency

If you have any questions, please call the school your child be attending for the 2024-2025 School Year.

Ann Parish Elementary - 505-865-9652
Bosque Farms Elementary - 505-869-2624
Desert View Elementary - 505-866-2488
Katherine Gallegos Elementary - 505-865-6223
Los Lunas Elementary - 505-865-9313
Peralta Elementary - 505-869-2679
Raymond Gabaldon Elementary - 505-866-0456
Sundance Elementary - 505-866-0185
Tomé Elementary - 505-865-1102
Valencia Elementary - 505-865-3017
Family School Digital Academy - 505-866-2153