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Safety Resources

Lovington Municipal Schools is deeply committed to creating a safe and secure learning environment through a comprehensive, multi-layered approach to school safety. At the core of this effort is the Standard Response Protocol (SRP), a nationally recognized emergency response system that uses clear, consistent directives—Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter. These protocols are regularly practiced across all campuses to ensure students and staff are well-prepared.

The district works in close partnership with local law enforcement, using shared language and coordinated planning to ensure effective responses during emergency situations. To further enhance preparedness, the School Safety Team meets monthly with emergency management and law enforcement agencies to review, update, and strengthen safety procedures.

This page provides a range of resources for students, families, and staff—including the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System, which allows students to confidentially report concerns such as bullying, threats, or mental health needs. Together with routine safety drills, transparent communication via ParentSquare, and proactive planning, these layers reflect the district’s strong and ongoing commitment to the safety and well-being of every student.

SRP Protocols

  • Lockdown
    “Locks, Lights, Out of Sight” Procedure: Move away from sight, maintain silence, lock door and do not open it.
  • Hold
    “In Your Classroom or Area” Procedure: Clear the hallways, continue instruction, and remain in the classroom until cleared from hold.
  • Secure
    “Get Inside. lock outside doors” Procedure: Return to inside of building, clear hallways, stay in locked classroom and do business as usual
  • Shelter
    “State Hazard and Safety Strategy” Hazards may include: Weather, Hazmat, Earthquake or Fire Procedures depend on the Hazard and may include: evacuation, sealing the room, moving to an appropriate location within the facility, or seeking cover.
  • Evacuate
    "To specified location" Procedure: Leave stuff behind, follow instructions, and in some cases prepare for reunification.

Behavioral Health Community Resources

Access to behavioral health community resources plays a vital role in supporting the well-being of individuals and families. These resources provide essential services such as counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse treatment, and mental health support. By connecting with local providers, individuals can receive the help they need to navigate challenges, build resilience, and improve their quality of life. Community partnerships and accessible care are key components in fostering a healthier, more supportive environment for all.

  • Nor-Lea’s Lovington Student Health Center is proud to serve the residents of Lovington, and we are committed to helping our community achieve a healthy, successful, and great school year. Our professional and trusted staff offer same-day, confidential, and compassionate care in a private and convenient environment.

    For more information visit Nor-Lea Lovington Student Health Center Website

  • New Mexico’s 988 is the 24/7 free and confidential lifeline for emotional, mental, or alcohol and drug use support, made available to all New Mexicans through the Behavioral Health Services Division of the New Mexico Health Care Authority.

    Call or Text 988

    Click for online chat

    Visit the website

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    Call our 24/7 crisis hotline counselors at 1-844-5-SayNow or 1-844-572-9699

  • NAMI New Mexico is an organization of families, friends and individuals whose lives have been affected by mental illness. The website provides New Mexicans access to crisis hotlines, centers, webinars and more. 

     

    Click to view the NAMINM website

  • Counseling Agencies for Children 

    Ages and services may vary by Provider.  The list is for family informational services only and Lovington Schools does not endorse any particular entity.  

    Name Location Hours Phone/Email
    Building Bridges Counseling Services Play Therapy

    518 N. Shipp

    Hobbs, NM 88240

    Monday – Thursday

    8:00 – 5:00 /

    Friday 8:00 – 11:30

    		 (575) 605-7074
    Permian Basin Brain Works

    726 E Michigan Dr Suite 203

    Hobbs, NM 88240

    Tuesdays - Thursday 

    10am – 7pm

    		 (575) 964-2232
    Luxe Psychiatric and Wellness Services

    918 W. Ave D

    Lovington, NM 88260

    		 Mondays – Fridays from 8am – 5pm (575) 425-6047
    Abby Haggard, MCPC     (806) 543-8700
    Fullnessinthefamily.com
    contact@abbyhaggard.com
    A Tranquil Path Behavioral Health Services LPCC-S 215 W. Broadway, Suite 6
    Hobbs, NM    		 Monday – Thursday

    amytranquilpath@gmail.com
    selenatranquilpath@gmail.com

    (575) 433-2211
    Hope Harbor Counseling

    115 W 3rd St

    Denver City Texas

    		   806-500-9903
    Guidance Center of Lea County

    920 W. Broadway

    Hobbs, NM  88240

    Monday – Friday

    8:00 – 5:00

    		 575-396-3818
    Humphrey House

    3821 College Lane

    Hobbs, NM  88240

    Monday – Friday

    8:00 – 4:00

    		 575-392-2231
    Dan Bryan, LISW LCSW

    508 N. Dalmont

    Hobbs, NM  88240

    		   575-391-0279
    Rose Hurst, LPCC, RPT/S Portales, NM

    Tuesday – Thursday

    10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

    		 575-226-3494


    Telehealth Only

    BetterHelp     Better Help Website 
    Agape Counseling New Mexico Based   Agape Counseling Website
    MDLive     MDLive Website
    Alegria (Aprendamos Family Services) New Mexico Based   Alegria Family Counseling 


    Urgent Care and Emergency Facilities

    UNM Behavioral Health Psychiatric Urgent Care

    2600 Marble Ave

    Albuquerque, NM

    7 days a week

    7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

    		 505-272-9038
    UNM Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Center

    2600 Marble Ave

    Albuquerque, NM

    		 24/7 505-272-2920
    Nor-Lea Hospital ER

    1600 N Main

    Lovington, NM

    		   575-396-6611
    Covenant Hospital ER

    4900 N Lovington Hwy

    Hobbs, NM

    		   575-492-5000



     

Safety Reporting Tool

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Say Something Anonymous Reporting Tool

The Say Something Anonymous Reporting System allows you to submit secure, anonymous safety concerns to help someone who may hurt themselves or others.

SUBMIT A REPORT

Water Safety Curriculum

 

New Mexico House Bill 532 (HB0532), enacted in 2025, requires school districts to provide water safety instruction to students in kindergarten through grade twelve beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. This law intends to ensure that all students acquire fundamental knowledge and skills related to water safety, to reduce preventable injuries and fatalities associated with water-related accidents.

Lovington is a landlocked community with no access to public pools, swimming or public access to aquatic training facilities. Due to these limitations, students within our district do not have the opportunity to participate in formal swim lessons. In alignment with HB0532 and considering local resources and conditions, Lovington Municipal Schools will implement the American Red Cross “Water Safety” Units of Study for all students.

The American Red Cross General Water Safety curriculum is a nationally recognized and evidence-based program designed to teach students how to recognize, avoid, and respond to water hazards.

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Elementary Water Safety Resource

Do Your Part, Be Water Smart introduces participants to basic guidelines and rules to help them be safer in, on, and around the water. It lays out foundational concepts that one should never be in, on or around the water alone and should only swim in areas designated for swimming and supervised by a capable adult water watcher and, where possible, lifeguards. This lesson will be taught annually to all students in grades K-5.

Do Your Part, Be Water Smart
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Secondary Water Safety Resource

In this general water safety lesson, students in grades 6–12 will learn how to stay safe in, on, and around water by exploring key concepts that help prevent drowning and promote responsible behavior. They will understand the importance of water safety training and how it can save lives. Students will be introduced to the Circle of Drowning Prevention and the Chain of Drowning Survival, learning how each step plays a role in emergency response.

General Water Safety