La Merced Families: We will be collecting and remaining school devices that were checked out to students, (laptops, I-pads, hotspots, etc.) on Tuesday, June 8th from 9:00-9:30; and on Wednesday, June 9th from 9:00-11:00. If you do not return the devices that were checked out to you, the following fees will be added to your students account record.
Below is the item and the amount that will be charged:
Lost Dell Latitude 3400-series student laptop- $600
Lost Ipad replacement (including case)- $380
Lost/broken Dell Latitude 3400-series charger- $60
Lost/broken Dell Latitude charger (most other models, large connector size)-$60
Lost/broken Ipad charger (Lightning connector)-$20
Lost/broken T-Mobile or Verizon hotspot- $25
Thank you!
Mrs. Montoya
Good Morning La Merced Families! I wanted to let you know that the district has determined next Thursday, June 10th and Friday, June 11th will be early release days. La Merced students will be released at 12:45 on both of those days.
Thank you! Mrs. Montoya
La Merced Kindergarten Registration Night is Thursday, May 20th from 6:00-7:00 pm in the La Merced Elementary parking lot. If you have a child who will be turning 5 years old BEFORE September 1, 2021 they are eligible to register.
Please bring in birth certificate and proof of residency. For more information click on the link below:
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1268141/kindergarten_registration_flyer.pdf
Good Morning La Merced Families: If you were issued out a student desk to use during remote learning, please click on the link below for instructions on how to return the desk. Thank you!
https://www.beleneagles.org/o/lme/browse/211705
La Merced Families: The last day of school for the current school year is Friday, June 11th. La Merced will be offering three additional days of Extended Learning beginning on Monday, June 14th through Wednesday, June 16th to any student who wants it. Transportation and meals will be provided for these three additional days. These days are optional for students. Placement may NOT be with your child's current homeroom teacher. Please call the office at 505-966-2100 if you would like for your child to attend these days. Deadline for registering will be Monday, May 17th.
Good Morning La Merced Families: Just a couple of reminders:
(1) Please make sure that in the morning drop off you are checking your rear-view mirror after your kids get out of the car and you pull out to leave the school. It is a very tight fit and we are trying our best to move the line as quickly as possible but there are many who are not watching their areas around them. To keep everyone safe, we need your help with this.
(2) I have noticed an increase in the number of parents who are getting out of their cars after school to get their child. THIS IS NOT ALLOWED. WE WILL NOT BE DISMISSING STUDENTS TO YOU UNLESS YOU GO THROUGH THE PARENT PICK UP LINE.
(3) We have seen an increase in parents coming into the office for early release because they do not want to wait in the parent pick up line after school. We will NO LONGER release ANY students for early release after 3:00 pm.
Thank you for your help with these issues. From: Mrs. Montoya
Hello Belen Families! First Choice Community Healthcare in Belen has free food boxes! First come, first serve, from now until 4:30pm today at 120 S 9th St, Belen, NM 87002. (505) 861-1013.
La Merced 6th Grade Families: Please click on the link below for information on some changes that will be taking place beginning Monday, April 12th. We apologize the need to change the schedule however we must accommodate the number of students who have decided to return to in-person learning. Thank you for your understanding.
https://www.beleneagles.org/o/lme/browse/202806
April 7, 2021 Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Belen Consolidated Schools has confirmed a student at La Merced Elementary School in Belen, NM has tested positive for COVID-19. There were no close contacts. All the appropriate steps as per NMPED guidance has been completed. If you feel you have any symptoms of COVID-19, please contact the Department of Health Coronavirus Hotline at 1-855-600-3453. If you have any concerns, please call the district at (505) 966-1271.
March 22, 2021 Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Belen Consolidated Schools has confirmed an employee at La Merced Elementary School in Belen, NM have tested positive for COVID-19. There were no close contacts. All the appropriate steps as per NMPED guidance has been completed. If you feel you have any symptoms of COVID-19, please contact the Department of Health Coronavirus Hotline at 1-855-600-3453. If you have any concerns, please call the district at (505) 966-1271.
La Merced Families: Just a reminder that next week, March 15th-March 19th is Spring Break. We will resume with our Hybrid schedule, which means 2-days on campus and 3-days remote learning at home OR full-remote all 5-days per week on March 22nd. Exciting News! Starting April 6th, any student who wants to come back to school for the full week will be allowed to come! Those families who want to remain remote will have the choice to remain remote for the 2020-2021 school year. We have taken all safety procautions with air scrubbers in every room as well as new air filters to ensure all safety guidelines are being met. As I get more details, I will let you know! Have a wonder break!! From: Mrs. Montoya
LME: La Merced Families: Here is a link to an informational letter from our music teacher, Ms. Messer explaining how and when music classes will be handled starting March 1st.
https://www.beleneagles.org/o/lme/browse/195149
Good Morning La Merced Families! As you probably heard, we will begin Hybrid learning again starting Monday, March 1st! We are excited to have students back on campus. School begins at 8:40 am and ends at 3:25 pm. All safety protocol will continue to be enfored and in place. One change, as per the NM Department of Education, is that students are no longer allowed to wear neck gairers instead of a mask. Al students are required to wear a mask. I am working on getting everything in order and will be sending out more information today. If you have previously registered your student for transportation service you DO NOT need to reregister them. If you need to register them to ride the bus please go to the BCS Transportation Department or call (505)966-1176. Thank you! Mrs. Montoya
Happy Friday La Merced Families! Just a reminder there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 15th in observance of President's Day. We will resume with remote learning on Tuesday, February 16th. Thank you and have a WONDERFUL weekend! Mrs. Montoya
Hello LME Families! Just a reminder that if you have any concerns about your child's wellbeing or mental health, you can request a call from the School Counselor by calling 505.966.2100. These times are a huge adjustment for many students, so please do not hesitate to reach out! Have a wonderful day!
January 18, 2021 Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Belen Consolidated Schools has confirmed an employee at La Merced Elementary in Belen, NM has tested positive for COVID-19. The areas the employee was in will be cleaned several times. Individuals that were in close contact have been notified and placed in quarantine. All the appropriate steps as per NMPED guidance has been completed. If you feel you have any symptoms of COVID-19, please contact the Department of Health Coronavirus Hotline at 1-855-600-3453. If you have any concerns, please call the district at (505) 966-1271.
Good Afternoon La Merced Families and Staff! Just a reminder there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 18th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr..day. Students DO NOT need to log into Schoology or attend "live" classes on Monday, We will resume with remote instruction on Tuesday, January 19th. Thank you!!! ---Mrs. Montoya
Good Morning La Merced Families! Some of our I-pad cases have arrived! If you received an I-pad without the case, please either come by ASAP to pick one up. Unfortunately, we did not receive our entire order of cases yet, so these will be distributed on a first come first served basis. If you have any questions, please call the front office at (505)966-2100. Thank you!
LME: La Merced Families: Just a reminder that students resume with remote learning on Tuesday, January 5th. We will continue following the same schedules for instruction that we were on before break. Please make sure your student logs on for their live instruction. I hope everyone had a wonderful break!!!
January 3, 2021 Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Belen Consolidated Schools has confirmed an employee at La Merced Elementary School in Belen, NM has tested positive for COVID-19. There was no close contact exposure. All the appropriate steps as per NMPED guidance have been completed. If you feel you have any symptoms of COVID-19, please contact the Department of Health Coronavirus Hotline at 1-855-600-3453. If you have any concerns, please call the district at (505) 966-1271.