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Dear El Paso ISD Community,
As we step into November, we proudly observe Veterans and Military Family Appreciation Month. Here in El Paso ISD, our connection to the military community is a core part of who we are. We are honored to serve thousands of military-connected students and families across our district, providing the stability, continuity, and support they deserve. We deeply recognize the unique sacrifices our service members and their families make, and we invite you to explore our El Paso ISD Military Engagement Page to learn more about how we support our military-connected scholars.
That spirit of resilience and excellence is also reflected in our alumni who shine on the national stage. I want to send a massive congratulations to El Paso native, UTEP alumna, and Irvin High School graduate Kayla Thornton, who captured her second WNBA championship over the weekend as the Golden State Valkyries clinched the title in a thrilling Game 7! From her roots at Irvin High to the professional hardwood, Kayla continues to make the entire Borderland proud.
Thank you for your continued dedication to our students, our families, and our community.
Sincerely,
Dr. Brian Lusk
Superintendent of Schools
Staff Spotlight
For 19 years, 18 of them at Andress High School, Suzana Jackson has been a pillar of dedication for El Paso ISD! Driven by her deep love for her students, Ms. Jackson makes it a priority to attend their extra-curricular events and support them both inside and outside the classroom. Her commitment to being Right Here, Right Now is extraordinary: she has only missed a single half-day of school this entire year, and that was strictly to attend professional development to bring fresh ideas back to her students. Thank you, Ms. Jackson, for your decades of devotion, enthusiasm, and steadfast support for the Eagles community!
Things to Know
El Paso ISD Alumna Earns NFL Buccaneers "She Is Football" Scholarship
Huge congratulations to Bellissa Márquez, a proud graduate of the Young Women’s STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy! Bellissa, who played flag football during her time at YWA, was awarded the prestigious She Is Football Scholarship from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Foundation on Sunday, November 1. This national award recognizes outstanding female high school football athletes who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a passion for the sport. We are so proud of Bellissa for representing El Paso ISD on the national stage!
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees Community Meetings
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees invites parents, staff, and community members to attend a series of upcoming community meetings this November to learn more about a potential bond and other key district topics. All meetings begin at 5:30 p.m. To learn more and view the full schedule of the upcoming meetings, click here.
Catch the Annual Westside Bowl at the Sun Bowl
Get ready for one of El Paso ISD’s biggest gridiron traditions! The Coronado High School Thunderbirds will take on the Franklin High School Cougars in the annual Westside Bowl on Thursday, November 5, at 6:30 p.m. at UTEP’s Sun Bowl Stadium (2701 Sun Bowl Dr.). Come out to support our student-athletes, bands, cheer squads, and spirit groups for an unforgettable evening of high school football! Click here to purchase your online tickets in advance.