La Merced Elementary

Please use the link below to let us know which student calendar option you prefer for the 2026-2027 school year. BCS 2026-2027 Calendar Survey – Fill out form

Be here day March News Flash

No fooling… it’s almost time!
April 1st is here, and this is NO joke — the New Mexico Statewide Be Here Day is just ONE WEEK away!
Mark your calendars: April 8, 2026
Let’s make it the STRONGEST attendance day of the 2025–2026 school year — across our district and across the entire state! Every student. Every classroom. Every minute counts.
Let’s show up.
Let’s be present.
Let’s finish strong.
We can’t wait to see EVERYONE on April 8th!
#BeHereNM
#NMBeHereDay
#BeHereBelen
#BCSAttenanceMatters

Attention La Merced Families this is just a friendly reminder to send in money for popcorn and pickle sales tomorrow! Sales will start tomorrow, Thursday April 2nd!
Also, if your child hasn't picked up their box of chocolate candy bars, please send in their permission slip or stop by the school to pick up your box! This four day weekend would be perfect to sell to family and friends!

Good morning, BCS Buzz fans! Click the link to check out today’s show! We’re joined by Ms. Annette A. Torrez, Chief Financial Officer, as they talk all things budget. Don’t miss it! https://cloud.swivl.com/v/092c17624b1a4fd35698dc4cd141e7b6

Good Morning La Merced Parents/Guardians, just a reminder that today, April 1st, is an early release day. Student dismissal time is 1:26 PM. Thank you and have a great day.

Good morning, BCS Buzz fans! This Wednesday, we’re talking all things budget with CFO Ms. Annette A. Torrez. You won’t want to miss this important conversation. If you have questions for the Superintendent or our guest, click the link and get them submitted—we want to hear from you! https://forms.office.com/r/x8LYQBkVmt

Spring is finally here! That means we're nearing the end of the school year! This month's newsletter offers tips and ideas about finishing the school year strong, important dates for April, how social emotional learning effects attendance, and a connection challenge. Go Eagles!

Good afternoon, BCS Buzz fans! Today’s show covers budget, open enrollment, and so much more. Click the link to join Mr. Sanchez and Ms. Sanchez as they keep you informed on everything that’s happening. https://cloud.swivl.com/v/187eba33db5f00d860de4f458058e096

Belen Consolidated Schools is proud to participate in the New Mexico Statewide Be Here Day 2026 on Wednesday, April 8th!
Across Belen Consolidated Schools, students, staff, and families are coming together with one goal: 100% attendance.
Let’s work together to make April 8th the BEST attendance day across our district! When students show up, they succeed.
We encourage all of our students to be here, be engaged, and be ready to learn!
#BeHereNM
#NMBeHereDay
#BeHereBelen
#BCSAttenanceMatters

The Scholar of the Month assembly will be held on March 30th. The assemblies are scheduled as:

Kindergarten through 3rd grade: 1:00 PM – 1:50 PM

4th through 6th grade: 2:00 PM – 2:50 PM

Additionally, the special lunch will take place on March 31st.

Good afternoon, Parents/Guardians. There is a substantial fire near Madron Flyway just South of the railroad tracks on Highway 304. As of right now, Transportation is currently monitoring the situation, and we will give updates in regards to our students here at LME.

Hello, Eagle Families,
BCS is in the process of developing our 2026-2027 budget. We would appreciate your feedback in developing this budget. Please let us know your thoughts and priorities by using the following link to complete our budget survey. https://forms.office.com/r/NLcehaH1s4

Good morning, BCS Buzz fans! Welcome back from Spring Break—we hope you had a great one! Do you have questions about Open Enrollment? Then this is the show for you! Joining us this Wednesday is Assistant Superintendent E. Renee Sanchez, who will be sharing everything you need to know.
Be sure to click the link and submit your questions so she can get them answered—we’re looking forward to hearing from you! https://forms.office.com/r/x8LYQBkVmt

🍀 Lucky to Be Here! 🍀
BCS encourages all families to keep students showing up and engaged as we head into spring break and time change. Every day counts—let’s finish the season strong!
March 23, 2026, is Be Here Day — let’s go for 100% attendance across BCS!
Every student. Every class. Every minute. 💚
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https://www.attendanceworks.org/resources/
https://www.beleneagles.org/o/bcs/page/mental-health-resources
https://parentguidance.org/

Good afternoon La Merced Parents/Guardians

As you visit with your child's teacher at Parent/Teacher Conferences, please swing by our lost and found and see if you can locate any lost coats. Thank you.

Good morning, BCS Buzz fans! Joining us this Wednesday is Warehouse Manager Katie Sais. Have you ever wondered how our auctions work? This is the show for you! Start sending in your questions now, and then check back on Wednesday to watch them get answered. https://forms.office.com/r/x8LYQBkVmt

Congratulations to Belen High School for earning this month’s Attendance Traveling Trophy! 🏆
Your commitment to supporting student attendance and creating a culture where showing up every day matters is making a difference. Keep up the great work, Eagles—we’re proud of the dedication to helping students succeed
#BCSAttendanceMatters