La Merced Elementary

Wednesday night, February 7, is Book Fair Family night from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. We will also have the Boba truck outside during the Book Fair Family night for anyone who would like to purchase Boba

Hello Parents and Guardian, Here are a couple reminders. Next week we have parent-teacher conferences on Feb 15th and February 16th. On Thursday Feb. 15, students will be released at 1:51 and busses will depart at 2:01. On Friday Feb 16th there will be no school because of parent-teacher conferences all day. On Monday, Feb 19th there is no school because of President’s day. Please do schedule a conference with your child’s teacher if you haven’t already done so. Thank you

Hello La Merced Parents and Guardians, our Book Fair started today and will continue to Feb. 16. It will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. This Wednesday will be the Book Fair Family night from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. We will also have the Boba truck outside during the Book Fair Family night for anyone who would like to purchase Boba

Parents, We will be sending home a Student Pick-Up Sheet which needs to be filled out and returned as soon as possible. Please list individuals over the age of 18 that you would like listed as individuals who can pick up your student(s). Also, remember that a valid government issued Driver's License is required in order for your student to be released. Thank you for your time and cooperation.

ALL Valencia County residents have FREE admission to the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science and a Planetarium show in February 2024.

Parents get your orders in for your La Merced t-shirts. The last day to get these ordered is this Friday. Orders must be placed online at the following link www.spiritgeardirect.com then search our state and our school name.

Parents: If you are checking out a student or attending an activity on campus, we require a government issued id for all. We must scan your id each and every time. Please have them ready before you get to the office. Thank you for your understanding and keeping your students safe.

Hello Families of La Merced Elementary, this is a reminder that all BCS will be closed this Monday, January 15th, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Hello La Merced Families, Many thanks to all who attended our holiday festival last night. We had an amazing turn out and most importantly, I believe your children enjoyed it a lot. I hope we can do something similar soon. As a reminder, students will be out of school starting tomorrow, December 21. They will return on Monday, January 8th. There will also be no school on January 15th for MLK day. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a healthy and happy new year. Mr. Mond

Good afternoon, We hope this message finds you well. Tonight is the night we've all been waiting for – the La Merced Holiday Fair! We're excited to welcome you to an evening filled with joy and festive spirit. We have a fantastic lineup of activities planned for you and your family: Entertainment: Enjoy live performances that showcase the talent of our Thunderbird community. Holiday Arts and Crafts: Engage in creative activities with your children and take home beautiful holiday-themed crafts. Holiday Goodies: Indulge in delicious treats and snacks that will surely get you into the holiday spirit. We encourage you to bring your friends and family for an evening of laughter, fun, and community bonding. Your presence will make this event even more special.

Hello La Merced Families! We hope everyone had a restful weekend! One more day until Holiday Fair! It will be tomorrow, Tuesday 12/19 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. We hope you are as excited as we are. It will be a night of food, games, entertainment, and Santa!, but most importantly, our community coming together....There is still time to purchase your tickets beforehand. Stop by the office and someone will help you on purchasing your tickets. Sold in groups of 10 for $5.

Good Morning La Merced Families! Have you purchased your Holiday Fair Tickets yet? The Holiday Fair is this Tuesday 12/19. Enjoy food, games, entertainment and take your picture with Santa! We are excited to see everyone there. To help you get to the fun faster, stop by the office and purchase your tickets beforehand. Sold in groups of 10 for $5.

Good Afternoon La Merced Families! As you all have heard our Holiday Fair is returning. It will be held on Tuesday, December 19th, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. To beat the rush at the door, tickets are currently being sold in the office. They are .50 cents each being sold in bundles of 10 for $5. Each booth/game will range from 1 ticket to 4 tickets

The NMPED is inviting the Belen Consolidated Schools community to provide input on any upcoming listening sessions around Senate Bill 4, Universal Free Lunch, and more to help us improve school meals. Please see the following flyers (in English and Spanish) for more information. For dates and registration, use the following link for the English version: https://5il.co/2aoq5 For dates and registration, use the following link for the Spanish version: https://5il.co/2aoqg

Good afternoon Thunderbird Parents/Guardians, We hope this message finds you well. As we approach the holiday season, we are reaching out to our Thunderbird community for support. Our school nurse is currently in need of donations to assist our students in various ways. If you have the means to contribute, we would greatly appreciate any help you can provide. The nurse is specifically seeking donations for the following items: 1. Boys Jackets 2. Boys and Girls Pants (sizes 5, 6, 7, 8) 3. Boys and Girls Underwear 4. Boys and Girls Shoes (smaller sizes preferably) If you are able to donate any of the mentioned items, please feel free to drop them off at the school office during regular school hours. Your generosity will make a significant difference in the lives of our students, especially during the holiday season. We understand that this time of year can be busy for everyone, but any contribution, big or small, will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and generosity.

Good morning La Merced Families! As we approach the upcoming Winter Break, we've noticed a considerable number of coats left behind by students here at school. We kindly ask you to stop by and check our lost and found collection to retrieve any coats that belong to your students. Our lost and found area is currently overflowing, and we want to ensure that all students have their belongings, especially as the colder weather sets in. Please take a moment to visit the lost and found area and reclaim any items before the Winter Break begins. Any unclaimed jackets will be collected and donated to local homeless shelters, contributing to our community's well-being. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact the school office. Thank you, and we wish you a warm and joyful Winter Break!

Hello Families of La Merced, wishing you all a joyful Thanksgiving. Many thanks for your generosity with our food drive. In case you missed it, you can read the story of The Spirit of Giving here https://5il.co/2998u

Hello La Merced Families, please stop by tomorrow morning, Friday Nov. 17, between 7:30-8:30 a.m. for coffee with our community. Your children are welcomed to accompany you during this time. We will be meeting in our library. You will have a chance to see all the generous donations from our students, families, and community members. It’s not too late to donate. Tomorrow is our last day for the food drive.

Hello La Merced Families, tomorrow the cafeteria will be providing a turkey roast lunch for a Thanksgiving meal for your children. Because of limited space, we will not be able to accommodate families to join their children at lunch time. However, I would like to invite our parents to a “Coffee with the Principal” event this Friday, 11/17 from 7:30-8:30 AM in our library to discuss how parents can continue to help moving La Merced forward and to answer questions you may have about the school. Thank you Robert Mond Principal

Important Notice Regarding Student Pick-Up Changes Dear Parents and Guardians, Starting Wednesday, November 15th, there will be a change in the procedure for student pick-up at our school. After 2:45 PM, parents will no longer be allowed to pick up students directly from the office. If you need to pick up your student after this time, please contact the school office in advance. We will guide your student to the designated Parent Pick-Up line. Additionally, kindly notify the office before 2:45 PM if there are any changes in your student's transportation arrangements (e.g., switching from bus to pick-up or vice versa). Your cooperation is appreciated as we strive to ensure the safety and efficiency of our student pick-up process. Thank you, Mr. Cordova Assistant Principal