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In memoriam, Col. Harry Hellmuth

In memoriam, Col. Harry Hellmuth

by | Apr 8, 2019 | News and Events

8 April 2019.  One year ago today, long-time board member Harry Hellmuth died peacefully at La Posada Hospice.   Harry gave us his time and wise advice, as well as a fine donation for scholarships. Harry is missed by people inside and outside the Academy.  He was the...
Teaching social studies at a high level

Teaching social studies at a high level

by | Apr 7, 2019 | News and Events

5 April 2019.  At the Las Cruces Academy, our teachers develop their own high-level curricula.  Teacher Elizabeth Brasher has been with us since the 2014-15 academic year.  Her main effort is teaching English at diverse levels, while she also teaches social studies...
The garden club is active again

The garden club is active again

by | Apr 5, 2019 | News and Events

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4 April 2019. Yes, we have an after-school garden club! Teacher Arielle Lane founded it in 2017 and it’s active again this year, now that the growing season is here. Students in grades K-2 are working here on filling tubs with soil and planting seeds.
Upgrading facilities over the break

Upgrading facilities over the break

by | Mar 29, 2019 | News and Events

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28 March 2019: We’re very handy with tools and design, and that saves money, while giving us a chance to exercise our skills.  Here, computer programming teacher Mark Leisher is stringing CAT-5 Ethernet cable across the rooms for a better connection to the managed...
Open house, Thursday, 11 April

Open house, Thursday, 11 April

by | Mar 27, 2019 | News and Events

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On Thursday, 11 April 2019: The Las Cruces Academy is holding an open house, 11 AM to 1 PM, at the school, 1755 Avenida de Mercado in Mesilla. You can meet with our Head of School, Dr. Lou Ellen Kay, observe students in classes and at play, and talk with our great...