We're proud to have so many of our amazing athletes nominated for the El Paso Children's Hospital High School Athlete of the Week! 👏🏆

Support our students:
🌟 Alexa Guevara, El Paso High Tennis
🌟 Andrew Truax, El Paso High track and field
🌟 Angel Villegas, Irvin tennis
🌟 Gianna Gulley, Andress track and field
🌟 Hilda Urena, Irvin track and field
🌟 Luis Pereda, Austin track and field
🌟 Makenzie Baptist, Coronado tennis
🌟 Mateo Sanders, Coronado tennis
🌟 Nicolas Guevara, El Paso High tennis
🌟 Samantha Pedroza, Austin tennis
🌟 Tyson Cotchery, Franklin track and field

Vote for our boys ➡️ https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/04/14/vote-el-paso-childrens-hospital-hs-male-athlete-for-april-7-11/89559365007/

Vote for our girls ➡️ https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/04/14/vote-el-paso-childrens-hospital-hs-female-athlete-for-april-7-11/89559484007/

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WNBA All-Star 🏀 | Irvin Rocket Alum 🚀 | Proud El Paso ISD Graduate🌟

Kayla Thornton’s journey is filled with standout achievements on and off the court. Despite her busy professional schedule, she continues to give back to her community, sharing her passion for hard work, resilience, and chasing your dreams. 💪💫

We’re proud to celebrate alumni like Kayla and the impact they continue to make.

Watch here ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1GqJJB3X4H/

Come be part of the El Paso ISD family and enroll today at www.episd.org/why-us ✅

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Say Cheese for Perfect Attendance! 🧀🌟

Cooley Elementary School students who were #RightHereRightNow with perfect attendance earned a tasty reward...chips with cheese! 🎉

We’re so proud of our Bulldogs for showing up, staying committed, and proving that every day counts! ✅

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💜 PURPLE UP DAY! 💜

El Paso ISD showed up strong in purple to honor and support our military-connected students and families! 🌟

We’re grateful for our military community and proudly stand with those who serve. 🇺🇸

Learn more about our military support ➡️ www.episd.org/militaryengagement

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The Hornedo Middle School girls soccer team kicked off Monday morning with a goal-den welcome for Tornados showing up #RightHereRightNow! 👏🌪️

Watch here ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FHrGXFTwB/

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Our amazing students from Bobby Joe Hill PK-8 School showcased their Kickstart Kids training at an El Paso Chihuahuas game! ⚾👏🔥

Through this program, students gain tools for resilience, self-esteem, and emotional well-being, all rooted in the discipline of martial arts. 🥋✅

Learn more about El Paso ISD ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

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We’re excited to celebrate Burges High School varsity boys soccer player Christian Quintana for being named the El Paso Children’s Hospital Athlete of the Week! 🏆👏

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Our talented students danced the night away at the 2026 El Paso ISD Fine Arts Dance Festival, showcasing incredible skill, passion, and creativity. 🌟

Moments like these are just a glimpse of what’s possible through our outstanding Fine Arts programs, where students build confidence, express themselves, and take their artistry to the next level through a world of performances and opportunities. 🎭🎶

Learn more about what we offer ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

More photos ➡️ bit.ly/Dance_0426

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Thank you to our incredible military community for joining us at the Fort Bliss Pre-K–12 School District Showcase! 📚🌟

Whether you're new to the area or returning from deployment, El Paso ISD is here to ensure you feel supported, connected, and at home. 🏡❤️

Learn more about our military support ➡️ www.episd.org/militaryengagement

Enroll today! ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

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🌟HAPPENING TODAY! 🌟

Join us for Pre-K Enrollment Day at the El Paso Zoo! ✅

Enjoy a fun day with the family while exploring El Paso ISD’s early childhood programs and discover how we prepare young learners for success. 📚👏

See you there!
⏰ 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
📆 Saturday, April 11
🎟 Free Admission: 1 Parent + 2 Children (One child must be 3 or 4 years old.)
📍4001 E. Paisano

Learn more about El Paso ISD ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

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We’re down on the field with the softball coaches from Chapin High School and Young Women’s STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy as they share pitch-perfect insight into their passion for the game. 🥎🌟

Watch here ➡️ https://facebook.com/share/v/1EchZQcxG5/

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As National Assistant Principals Week comes to a close, we’re proud to recognize our incredible APs for the dedication, leadership, and passion they bring to our El Paso ISD community every single day. ❤️🌟

Watch here ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17qPgJcytJ/

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HAPPENING TOMORROW: EL PASO ISD JOB FAIR 🌟

Build your career at El Paso ISD! ✅ We're hiring for positions in Maintenance, Custodial, Transportation and Food and Nutrition Services.

⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
📆 Saturday, April 11
📍 Delta Operations Center, 1905 Delta Dr
✅ Bring your resume & be ready to interview

Can’t make it? Join us at our upcoming job fairs:
⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
📆 Saturday, April 25
📍 Murphree PK-8, 499 Cabaret Dr

⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
📆 Saturday, May 2
📍 Chapin High School, 7000 Dyer St

Join Our Team ➡️ www.episd.org/jobs

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Have you registered yet? ✅

El Paso ISD registration for the 2026-27 school year is NOW OPEN! 🎊

Secure your spot today! ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

Need help? Call our Family Help Desk at 915-230-2581 ☎️

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Starting today! Join us for four magical evenings celebrating the joy of reading at the Borderland Biliteracy Family Project events! 📖✅

Families of emergent bilingual students are invited to support their child’s literacy journey in both English and Spanish. 🌟

Enjoy interactive activities, learn practical strategies, and connect with local community resources and programs that help students grow as confident readers and writers. 📚👏

Upcoming Events:
⏰ 5-7 p.m.
📆 Friday, April 10 at Polk Elementary
📆 Tuesday, April 28 at El Paso High School
📆 Thursday, April 30 at Duran Elementary
📆 Wednesday, May 13 at Cooley Elementary

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Franklin High School Hosts 2nd Annual P-TECH Palooza! 🐾🎪

Students and families explored Franklin’s P-TECH program, discovering the exciting pathways that prepare students for successful careers in the medical field.🩺

The event was packed with fun, including community partners, games, music, food trucks, and student performances. 🌟

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Slam Dunk Attendance! 🏀🔥

Richardson Middle School went all in with a March Madness attendance challenge from March 23 to April 2, where students with perfect attendance earned a free dress day for being #RightHereRightNow. ✅

Those who reached 95% attendance or higher also scored big with an opportunity to win awesome prizes, including goody bags packed with snacks and gift cards 🎁🌟

We're incredibly proud of our Jaguars! 🐾💚

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🌟 Young Leader, Big Impact 🌟

Congratulations to Mesita Elementary's own Nicolas Ontiveros Arrieta, who earned Mayor Renard Johnson’s Team of Excellence Award. 👏🎊

Nicolas was recognized for his outstanding community service, positive attitude, academic excellence, and achievement in representing El Paso in the upcoming National History Day competition. 📚🏫💫

Join us in celebrating Nicolas in the comments below! 🙌

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🌟HAPPENING TODAY! 🌟

Join us tonight at the Fort Bliss Pre-K–12 School District Showcase! 📚✅

Find out how El Paso ISD helps students thrive through engaging classrooms, college and career pathways, and a strong support system for military-connected families.

⏰ 5-7 p.m.
📆 Thursday, April 9
📍Centennial Banquet and Conference Center, 11199 SGT. E. Churchill St.
☎️ For more information, call 915-569-5064

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💜 HAPPENING FRIDAY: PURPLE UP DAY 💜

Join us in celebrating our El Paso ISD military-connected students by wearing purple on Friday, April 10! 🌟

Let’s show our appreciation and support for the strength, resilience, and sacrifice of our military community. 💜

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