
Educator Resources
FINE ARTS CALENDAR
LCPS District Dates
Fine Arts Event Dates
PLC or Conference Dates
POR Deadline
Event Registration Deadline
Holiday
NMPED & NATIONAL CORE ARTS STANDARDS
FUNDING INFORMATION
GROUP REGISTRATION INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT RENTAL INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT & KILN REPAIR
STUDENT TRAVEL
MARCHING BAND SAFTEY & HEALTH
BOOSTERS & ADULT VOLUNTEERS
LCPS EVENT INFORMATION
VISUAL ARTS INFORMATION
NMPED & NATIONAL CORE ARTS STANDARDS
Our curriculum aligns with the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) standards and the National Core Arts Standards, ensuring comprehensive and high-quality arts education.
NMPED & NCAS Anchor Standards
NMPED & NCAS Standards by Content
LCPS Priority Standards
Curriculum Links
Las Cruces Public Schools provides transparent funding information, detailing local, state, and federal revenue sources to ensure accountability and support for all student programs and services.
FUNDING INFORMATION
Secondary
GROUP REGISTRATION INFORMATION
This section includes Google Sheets for submitting student registration information for upcoming Fine Arts events. Fine Arts will email teachers in advance when it’s time to complete a form. Please carefully follow all instructions provided in the linked document to ensure accurate data for purchase orders and event registration.
NMMEA
SWNMMEA
OTHER
INSTRUMENT RENTAL INFORMATION
The Instrument Rental Information provides clear details on available instruments, rental fees, and terms to help families secure band and orchestra equipment easily and affordably.
Instrument and kiln repair services are available to ensure that fine arts equipment remains in safe, working condition and supports continued student learning and creativity.
INSTRUMENT & KILN REPAIR
STUDENT TRAVEL
Student travel—including field trips, overnight trips, and out-of-town events—is carefully planned and follows LCPS guidelines to ensure safety, educational value, and proper supervision for all participants.
Field Trip
Overnight In-State Trip
Out of State Trip
HEAT GUIDELINES
For the safety of students, NMAA has established Heat Illness Protocol for all sports and marching band. LCPS provides access to the Perry Weather App and supporting information to all coaches and marching band directors.
SPORT PHYSICALS
NMAA requires sports physicals for all marching band students to ensure each student is medically cleared and ready to participate safely in all activities.
BOOSTERS & ADULT VOLUNTEERS/BACKGROUND CHECKS
We require all booster members and adult volunteers to complete background checks to ensure a safe, supportive environment for all students and school activities.
Booster & Adult Volunteer Background Check - English
Booster & Adult Volunteer Background Check - Spanish
LCPS TEA Background Check Application
LCPS EVENT INFORMATION
LCPS event information provides important details about upcoming performances, exhibitions, competitions, and arts-related activities across the district to keep students, families, and the community informed and engaged.
VISUAL ARTS INFORMATION
The Visual Arts program at LCPS nurtures creativity and self-expression through drawing, painting, sculpture, digital media, and more, empowering students to develop their artistic skills and visual literacy.
Exhibits Calendar
Other Exhibit & Contest Information
Art Supply Vendors
LCPS Warehouse
HANDBOOKS
LCPS Student Activities Handbook
NEW! PARENTSQUARE
District guideline: All teacher-student communication must migrate over to the ParentSquare app by May 1, 2027.
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Collaborative pianists
Honor & Award History
Important Links
Dance
Theatre
Music
New Mexico Activities Association
National Association for Music Education
New Mexico Music Educators Association
American Choral Directors Association
New Mexico American Choral Directors Association
American String Teachers Association
American Orff-Schulwerk Association
New Mexico American Orff-Schulwerk Association
Organization of American Kodaly Educators
Suzuki Association of the Americas
Texas Music Educators Association
National Mariachi Education Consultants









