Good Afternoon parents. Does your student have any siblings that will be 5 before September 1st? Do you know someone within our district that has a child that will be 5 before Sept 1st? Our Kindergarten team will be having a meet and greet with all new incoming 24-25 Kindergarten students on April 17, 2024, at 12:30-1:15 here at the school.
Hello parents. Thank you for participating in our 2024 Spring Chocolate Fundraiser. The students will profit from this. A few reminders. There are still a couple of boxes if anyone would like to sell during the weekend. Please see the office. Due date for all money to be turned in is Friday April 12th. Thank you for all you do. LME Staff
Hello Parents and Guardians of La Merced, Please click on the link below to find out more about a free summer reading program offered by the state of New Mexico. https://5il.co/2hve3 . Mr. Mond, Principal
Hello Eagle Families,
Please use the link below to provide feedback on the proposed 2024-2025 BCS student calendars. This survey will be open until 8:00 am, Monday, April 8.
https://forms.office.com/r/Lsgv5dFEWp

Dear Parents and Guardians, I wanted to let you know that we recently had a few racially charged comments on the playground from upper grades. This is unacceptable at our school. In response to this, I have invited the New Mexico Public Education Department of identity, equity, and transformation division to speak to 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students Thursday afternoon April 4th.
Good afternoon Thunderbird Parents/Guardians,
Permission slips have been sent home for our Spring Fundraiser. In order for your student to receive their first and each box after we must have a parent signature. Last day to receive a box is March 29th and ALL money is due no later than April 5th. Please contact the office at (505) 966-2100 if there are any questions.
Hello Parents and Guardians of La Merced,
Our Read-A-Ton has started. A flyer with more information was sent home yesterday. Please check your child's backpack
Important Information for La Merced Elementary:
Students will be dismissed at 1:51 PM today due to Parent/Teacher Conferences.
There will be No School on Friday, February 16th due to Parent/Teacher Conferences and Monday, February 19th due to President's Day.
We will return to a regular schedule on Tuesday, February 20th.
Scholastic Book Fair hours this week are Monday Tuesday Wednesday from 8 to 4. Thursday from 8 to 7 PM during parent teacher conferences. We will also have the Boba truck outside or anyone that would like to purchase Boba as well. They will be there until 7 PM and Friday from eight to noon. If they have any questions, you can always call Ms. Nancy Saiz in the library at 505-966-2126.
Hello Parents and Guardians. This is a reminder of the 4-day weekend for your children. 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
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.
