About LLMS

WELCOME TO LOS LUNAS MIDDLE SCHOOL!

 

Who to Contact at LLMS – A Quick Guide for Parents

We understand that knowing who to reach out to can make a big difference when you have questions or concerns. Below is a simple overview of who handles what at our school, so you can get the help you need quickly and easily. Our Main Office number is (505)865-7273.

Leadership and School Operations

• Mr. Matt Pendrak (Principal) – Oversees key school operations including staff scheduling, facilities, academics, student discipline, field trips, technology, and finance. Also manages staff evaluations and Title I programs.
• Ms. Melissa Dyea (Assistant Principal) – Supports special education (SPED), student discipline, testing coordination, 504 plans, behavior support, academics, and attendance.
• Mr. Emanuel Aragon (ISC) – Facilitates all Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) for LLMS students and supports Inclusion implementation. 
• Mrs. Demetria Gallegos (Academic Coach) – Facilitates professional development and works with staff on school-wide academic planning.

Student Support Services

• Mrs. Alicia Flores-Grade 7 Counselor & Mrs. Jennifer Markel-Grade 8 Counselor – Help with mental health support, SEL (Social-Emotional Learning), mediation, group sessions, and student schedules. 
• Mrs. Shay Padilla (School Social Worker) – Focuses on student social-emotional support and mental health services.

Specialized Support

• Mrs. Amanda Gow (Health Office Nurse) – Handles student medications, immunization records, health concerns, and first aid kits.
• Officers Adam Barela & CSO-PJ Martinez (SRO/CSO/Security) – Maintain school safety and coordinate emergency drills and procedures.

Front Office-All are a great point of contact for any school-related inquiries.

• Mr. Max Gabaldon (Receptionist) – Answers incoming calls, manages announcements, student early release, LLMS campus marquis, and front desk support.
• Ms. DeAnna Ramsey & Ms. Jenna Looper (Secretaries) – Answers incoming calls, help with tardies, attendance, registration/withdrawal, student records, and substitute teacher coordination.
• Mrs. Claudia Marquez (Secretary) – Answers incoming calls, manages daily front office operations including answering parent questions, manages Athletics questions, directs calls, and provides general support to students, families, and staff. 

 

Parent Concern Procedures

At Los Lunas Schools, "Every Student Matters. Every Moment Counts" is more than just a motto. It is what guides the partnership of the student, parent, and school to ensure our students get the best educational opportunities available. For the most part, parents and guardians maintain great relationships with their student’s teachers, principals, and other professionals at school. But sometimes, questions or concerns arise. When this happens, what should you do? Here’s a simple guide to Los Lunas Schools’ concern/complaint resolution process.

LLMS Bell Schedules

2025-2026 School Year

 

LLMS Regular Bell Schedule

1st period: 7:25AM-8:24AM

Homeroom: 8:24AM-8:36AM

2nd Period: 8:40AM-9:39AM

3rd Period: 9:43AM-10:42AM

A Lunch: 10:46AM-11:16AM

4th Period (B Lunch students):10:46AM-11:45AM

4th Period (A Lunch Students): 11:20AM-12:19PM 

B Lunch: 11:49AM-12:19PM

5th Period: 12:23PM-1:22PM

6th Period: 1:26PM-2:25PM

LLMS Late Bell Schedule

1st period: 9:25AM-10:06AM

2nd Period: 10:10AM-10:51AM

A Lunch: 10:55AM-11:25AM

3rd Period (B Lunch students):10:55AM-11:36AM

B Lunch: 11:40AM-12:10PM

3rd Period (A Lunch Students): 11:29AM-12:10PM 

4th Period: 12:14PM-12:55PM

5th Period: 12:59PM-1:41PM

6th Period: 1:45PM-2:25PM