Events & News

Los Lunas Schools is proud to report that school sites across the district have maintained their performance designations in the latest accountability ratings released by the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED).

Under NMPED’s accountability model (NM Vistas), public schools across the state are evaluated on key performance metrics, including academic growth and proficiency in core subjects, regular attendance, graduation rates, and progress for all student groups. Based on these criteria, most district sites maintained "Traditional" standing, with two elementary campuses earning top-tier "Spotlight" status.

Bosque Farms Elementary and Katherine Gallegos Elementary earned “Spotlight” status for performing in the top 25% of all schools statewide, demonstrating exceptional academic growth and achievement.

All other elementary schools and middle schools as well as Los Lunas High School and Valencia High School received “Traditional” status for being in good standing for consistently meeting state academic and operational benchmarks.

Century High School received a Most Rigorous Intervention designation. This is a targeted state support status tied specifically to four-year high school graduation rate benchmarks under NMPED guidelines. District and school leaders are actively deploying additional targeted academic resources and counseling support to elevate graduation outcomes for Century High School students.

“The release of the 2025–2026 NM Vistas data provides Los Lunas Schools with an important opportunity to reflect on where we are, recognize the progress our students and staff have made, and identify the work that remains ahead of us,” said Susan D. Chavez, Superintendent of Los Lunas Schools. “I am proud of the dedication demonstrated by our teachers, staff, administrators, school board members, students, and families. The data reflects areas of growth and success across our district, and those accomplishments deserve to be recognized. We will celebrate our successes, as well as build upon our areas of growth. Where the data identifies opportunities for improvement, we will respond with intentional instruction, targeted interventions, strong professional learning, and continued collaboration among our schools and departments.”

Superintendent Chavez expressed her gratitude to district teachers and staff for their tireless efforts to student success.

“I want to thank our educators and staff for their unwavering commitment to our students. Improvement does not happen because of a single program or initiative. It happens because dedicated professionals work together, every day, to do what is best for children,” she says.

While these results are worth celebrating, the district remains fully dedicated to driving continuous improvement.

“The 2025–2026 NM Vistas results give us both reason to celebrate and a clear charge to continue improving. We will use this information thoughtfully, honestly, and purposefully as we move forward together,” she emphasized. “Our students deserve nothing less than our very best, and Los Lunas Schools remains committed to providing it.”

Parents and community members can view full detailed performance reports for each campus on the NMPED NM Vistas portal.

Our goal is simple but powerful: 100% ATTENDANCE across all our schools.

Every student, every day makes a difference, but on these special days, we want to see every single seat filled! Let’s show our community what we can achieve when we all show up ready to learn.

Mark your calendars for our upcoming 2026-2027 Be Here days:

• August 10
• September 8
• October 14
• November 2
• Dececember 1
• December 14
• January 15
• February 10
• March 24
• April 15
• May 14

See you in class!

A historic chapter officially opened for the Peralta Elementary School community. On Monday, August 3, 2026, district leadership, faculty, students, families, and community members gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and Open House to celebrate the grand opening of the brand-new, state-of-the-art facility just in time for the 2026–2027 school year.

The celebration offered families their first look inside Peralta Elementary’s modern learning spaces, giving students the chance to tour the campus, meet their teachers, and celebrate the long-awaited landmark for the town and Los Lunas Schools.

“It is a celebration of our students, families, and a community that believes deeply in the power of education,” Los Lunas Schools Superintendent Susan D. Chavez told families during the event.

Crews officially broke ground on the massive project in 2024, paving the way for progress and innovation. The aging infrastructure, which had served the community faithfully for decades, now makes room for a purpose-built facility engineered to embrace modern educational practices and foster an optimal learning environment.

To keep students learning safely on site throughout the multi-year transformation, the old campus was torn down intermittently while school was in session. The phased project required immense patience and coordination from students, staff, and construction crews alike as the old buildings gradually gave way to the new campus.

A.T., a fifth grader at Peralta Elementary, welcomed families as she cut the ribbon for the big event. She talked about the impact her teachers have had on her education.

“When I arrived at Peralta Elementary, I did not know English,” she said. “Even though this was not a bilingual school, my teachers were a huge help in teaching me the language. They have always supported me just as they have been kind and supportive to other children.”

The ceremony also celebrated Peralta Elementary’s new principal, J.J. Sandoval, and the school's first-ever assistant principal, Andrea Klaurens.

Hello Los Lunas Schools Families! We are continuing to register for the 2026-2027 school year!

We have transitioned from PowerSchool to a new student information system, Synergy.

Returning Students:

Parents/guardians will receive an email from Synergy with a link to activate your ParentVUE account. Please follow the steps provided in the email. You will then be logged into ParentVUE.

If you have already completed registration through PowerSchool, please login to ParentVUE to review and complete the annual verification. You will need to click on "Online Registration" and then click on the "Annual Verification" to complete the process.

New Students:

If you are new to Los Lunas Schools, please create a ParentVUE account. Once you have successfully created your account, click on "Online Registration" and then click on "New Student".

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

1. Birth certificate
2. Current immunizations record
3. Proof of residency (if your address has changed)
4. Custody or guardianship documents, if applicable.

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

If you need assistance with Synergy, please view our resources.

We can't wait to see our new and returning Tigers, Centurions, and Jaguars!

Dear Los Lunas Schools Families and Community,

Los Lunas Schools is proud to announce that all regular season middle school and high school athletic events will be free of charge for all students, families, fans/visiting fans, and community members throughout the 2026–2027 school year.

This initiative was made possible through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Opioid Remediation Collaboration and Los Lunas Schools. The Los Lunas Schools Board of Education approved the MOU on July 21, 2026. The joint public health collaborative involves Los Lunas Schools, Valencia County, and the Village of Los Lunas.

“On behalf of Los Lunas Schools, I would like to thank our Board of Education and the Opioid Remediation Collaboration for approving the MOU,” says Susan D. Chavez, the Los Lunas Schools Superintendent. “Free admission for our students, families, community members, and visitors helps remove financial barriers, strengthens community connections, and creates opportunities for everyone to experience the pride and spirit of Los Lunas Schools. We are truly grateful for your commitment to our district and community.”

While admission is free, attendees will participate in a quick and simple check-in process at venue entrances:

1. Scan at the Gate: Upon arrival at any Los Lunas Schools athletic facility, fans will scan a displayed QR code using their mobile device.
2. Complete a Quick Form: The QR code links to a Google Form asking for simple details, including how many people are in your party and if the attendees are adults or children. Once submitted, fans can head straight in to enjoy the event.

Please note that free admission applies only to regular season athletic events. Fans will have to purchase tickets to any post-season District games and State Championship Tournaments through GoFan website.

Los Lunas Schools invites everyone in our community to pack the stands and support our teams all year long.

About the Opioid Remediation Collaboration

The Opioid Remediation Collaboration is a public health initiative uniting Valencia County, the Village of Los Lunas, and Los Lunas Schools. The collaborative utilizes opioid settlement funds to invest in community health, prevention programs, youth enrichment, and positive behavioral health outcomes.

Dear Los Lunas Schools Families,

We’re excited to share that we’ve adopted a new communication platform called ParentSquare to help us keep you better informed and more connected with your school community.

With ParentSquare, you’ll receive all school and classroom messages in one place and translated into your preferred language—whether by email, text, app, or web. You’ll also be able to:

• Stay up to date on news and events

• Send and receive messages with teachers and staff

• Fill out forms and permission slips

• Sign up for conferences and volunteer opportunities

• View calendar items and photos from your school

All school, grade-level, and classroom communications will now come through ParentSquare.

 

To get the most out of ParentSquare, we encourage you to download the free mobile app, available for iOS and Android. You can also access ParentSquare from your web browser at www.parentsquare.com.

We’ll be sharing more information soon, including how to set up your account and customize your notification preferences.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your student’s success.

Los Lunas Schools is excited to announce the graduation dates for the Senior Class of 2027. Graduation for Los Lunas Schools will take place on Saturday, May 22, 2027. This milestone celebrates the hard work, dedication, and achievements of graduating seniors from Century High School, Los Lunas High School, and Valencia High School. Family, friends, and community members are invited to celebrate the graduates during the following scheduled events:

Century High School:

• Robing Ceremony: May 18, 2027
• Graduation: May 22, 2027, 2:30pm, at UNM Pit

Los Lunas High School:

• Robing Ceremony: May 19, 2027
• Graduation: May 22, 2027, 9:00am, at UNM Pit

Valencia High School:

• Robing Ceremony: May 20, 2027
• Graduation: May 22, 2027, 12:00pm, at UNM Pit

We encourage families to mark this information on their calendars. Los Lunas Schools is excited to announce this important milestone for the Class of 2027, and we look forward to a successful school year for our seniors.

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, ParentSquare notifications, and social media platforms for updates.

The Los Lunas Schools Board of Education has unanimously approved boundary changes. As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance educational opportunities and efficiently allocate resources, we have conducted a thorough review of our current boundaries. The boundaries have been studied and discussed at various meetings since February 2020. Please view the current boundaries and the new boundaries with the "Find My Neighborhood School" link - an interactive map to help families determine their district boundary. 

What You Need to Know:

1. Purpose of Changes: The boundary adjustments aim to balance enrollment across our schools, ensuring that all students have access to quality education and facilities, as well as, improve transportation efficiency and enhance traffic flow to and from our schools.

2. Timeline: The new boundaries will be implemented starting the 2025-2026 School Year. We encourage staff to familiarize themselves with the changes and how they may affect your school site.

3. Support and Resources: Our district is here to assist you during this transition. If you have questions about these changes, please do not hesitate to contact your administrators.

Although many of the schools experienced some form of a boundary change, Ann Parish Elementary’s attendance zone is impacted the most. Ann Parish Elementary is now a member of the Jaguar Nation meaning students from Ann Parish will attend Valencia Middle School and then Valencia High School after their elementary school completion. We are excited to welcome Ann Parish Elementary to the Jaguar Nation!

We know change is often challenging but the changes are essential to the district’s and community’s future growth and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate through the changes. Thank you for being an integral part of the Los Lunas Schools community.

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.