El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk and a student engaged in rigorous academic pursuits.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priority at El Paso ISD. Due to weather conditions, the district operated on a two-hour delayed start today, Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. We will closely monitor conditions throughout the week and share any updates through our website, social media channels, emails, app, and text messages.
While weather may occasionally affect our schedules, our focus remains constant: ensuring every student reaches their full potential. To support this goal, I spend significant time in classrooms alongside campus leaders, observing instruction and engaging with educators.
At El Paso ISD, campuses are at the center of everything we do. From supporting our teachers to celebrating student achievement, our work is guided by the belief that strong schools create strong learners. In that spirit of partnership and continuous improvement, we invite families, staff, and community members to share their vision, priorities, and hopes for the future of the district during our upcoming Community Conversations in February. Your voice matters, and we look forward to seeing you there.
Thank you.
Things to Know
Students Achieve Academic Success
El Paso ISD students continue to earn recognition for their academic excellence at the national level. Several seniors across the district were named Questbridge Scholars or advanced in the Questbridge National College Match process, reflecting their strong academic performance, leadership, and commitment to higher education. In addition, students at our high schools have been recognized as National Merit Scholarship Program participants. Finalist’s selections for the National Merit program will be announced later this spring.
El Paso ISD Principal Named Region 19 TEPSAN of the year
El Paso ISD Principal, Dr. Elisa Aranda, has been named the 2026 Region 19 TEPSAN of the year by the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA). Dr. Aranda has dedicated her life to public education and continues to show strong support for student success. She began her career in 2007 as a bilingual teacher.
Winners of the Spanish Spelling Bee
Two El Paso ISD students tied for first place in the District Spanish Spelling Bee. Emiliano Ferran Martinez Caloca of Wiggs Middle School and Shaheli De Silva of Young Women’s Academy earned top honors. Luna Milian of Navarrete Middle School finished second place.