A Word from your Principals:
Dear Tombaugh Families:
As we progress through the school year, We want to take a moment to emphasize the critical role that regular attendance plays in your child's education.
Consistent attendance is key to academic success. When students attend school regularly, they gain the full benefit of our educational programs, build strong relationships with their peers and teachers, and develop important habits that will serve them well throughout their lives.
Each day in the classroom is an opportunity for your child to learn and grow. Absences, even occasional ones, can disrupt their learning and make it harder for them to keep up with their studies. Research shows that students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well academically and are less likely to fall behind.
We understand that there are times when absences are unavoidable due to illness or family emergencies. However, we encourage you to prioritize attendance whenever possible and to communicate with us if your child needs to miss school. Together, we can work to minimize the impact of absences and support your child's educational journey.
Tardies have also been a continual issue as we average approximately 50 TARDIES a day. Students can be dropped off beginning at 7:30 a.m. The bell rings @ 7:50 a.m. for teachers to pick up students from playground. The first bell rings @ 7:55 a.m. The tardy bell @ 8:00 a.m. We start our Intervention Block daily at 8:15 a.m. Therefore, it is imperative for your child to arrive to school on time so they do not miss out on valuable small group instruction.
Thank you for your continued partnership in your child's education. We appreciate your efforts to ensure that your child is present and engaged in school each day.
Lisa Wilson - Principal / lmanes@lcps.net
Javonna Leos - Assistant Principal / jleos@lcps.net
School T-Shirt Sale for Students, Parents, & Staff
Tombaugh t-shirts: All sales will be online! The sale begins August 30 and runs through September 17, 2024. You will be able to choose different styles of shirts.
This is NOT A FUNDRAISER. We partnered with local business to promote School Pride! Go Comets!
NO SCHOOL DAYS
Monday, September 2nd: Labor Day
September 23-27 & September 30 - October 4: Fall Break
Tombaugh's Vision & Mission Statement
Tombaugh Mission Statement
As teachers at Tombaugh, we provide each student with differentiated instruction in a safe, encouraging environment that develops critical thinking, motivation, and excellence in learning while promoting respectful core values. We work as a team with parents and community members to support the students in developing skills to become life-long learners.
Tombaugh Vision Statement
To create a SAFE, ENCOURAGING ENVIRONMENT, where EVERYONE feels APPRECIATED, LISTENED TO, and RESPECTED.
LCPS's Vision and Mission Statement
Vision
Where all learners thrive.
Mission
The Las Cruces Public Schools provides a safe, caring, equitable, and student-centered learning environment that cultivates civic and community engagement, promotes excellence, and honors diversity.
iRide App
We will still utilize the iRide App! It is a great system of communication to help us know your child is SAFELY released from school each day. If you do not have the option of using the app, PLEASE make special arrangements with your child's teacher to help us make sure they are ready for you. Instructions for the iRide app can be found below in English and Spanish.
NO DISMISSAL CHANGES AFTER 2:00
Walking School Bus Day
We are EXCITED to announce Tombaugh will host Walking School Bus EVERY THURSDAY for the 24-25 School Year!
Contact Information
Email: lmanes@lcps.net
Website: https://tombaugh.lcps.net
Location: 226 Carver Road, Las Cruces, NM, USA
Phone: 575-527-9575