(EL PASO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT — May 23, 2025) — The El Paso ISD Council of PTAs is making a greater impact than ever before, awarding a total of $7,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors this year. In a significant expansion of its program, the Council presented $1,000 scholarships to seven students from high schools with active PTA or PTSA chapters.
Traditionally awarding two $500 scholarships each year, the Council dramatically grew the program in 2025 to guarantee one scholarship per participating high school, with each award valued at $1,000—doubling the previous minimum amount and extending its reach across the district.
“This is about empowering our students and showing them that their hard work is seen and valued,” said El Paso ISD Council of PTAs President Lauren Steinmann. “We’re proud to help open doors for these exceptional students as they take the next step toward their future.”
2025 El Paso ISD PTA Scholarship Recipients:
Bowie High School: Joe Rodriguez
Burges High School: Alyssa Pham Almaguer
Coronado High School: Maximilian Sandhu
El Paso High School: Galilea Velasco
Franklin High School: Matthew Bryan Herrera
Jefferson Silva Health Magnet: Valeria Salazar-Bueno
Transmountain Early College High School (TMECHS): Cristian Quiroz
The students were honored on Wednesday, May 21 during the Council’s Officer Installation and Awards Luncheon, where they were recognized for their academic achievements and received their scholarship awards.
More than just an organization for fundraising and event support, the El Paso ISD Council of PTAs plays a vital role in student advocacy, family engagement, and community partnership—continuing its mission to support every child’s potential through action, equity, and opportunity.