El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Diana Sayavedra were thrilled to recognize students and educators for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on Feb. 18, 2025, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
A pair of Sunrise Mountain Elementary students had an unforgettable time after giving their teacher, Mr. Reyes, a new haircut! ✂️💇♂️
They earned this fun reward by collecting 50 Lion Dollars through the school's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support (PBIS) rewards system for showing respect, responsibility, and safety.🌟
More photos ➡️ bit.ly/Hair_0220
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Congratulations to Demian Hidalgo of the Coronado swimming team for earning the title of El Paso Children's Hospital Athlete of the Week!🌟 A special shout out to Annabelle Jensen of Chapin swimming and Samantha Tarango of Bowie soccer for being amongst the top four vote getters!
Help us support this week’s exceptional nominees:
🌟 Abraham Chaparro, Bowie soccer
🌟 Daniel Avila, Coronado basketball
Vote here ➡️ https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/02/18/vote-el-paso-childrens-hospital-high-school-athlete-for-feb-10-15/78767014007/
Voting closes at 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20.
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🔥🏆BI-DISTRICT CHAMPIONS!🏆🔥
Congratulations to the @we_are_andress, @chapinbb, and @elpasohsmbb boys basketball teams for securing their spots in the area playoffs!🏀 We are so proud of our Golden Eagles, Huskies, and Tigers!🦅🐯
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Kickstart your wellness journey with El Paso ISD’s FREE Healthy Living classes! From fun hobbies to valuable skills, it’s your time to shine and feel your best. 💪🌟
Learn more ➡️ episd.org/healthyliving
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Dancers from across the region lit up the stage at the annual El Paso ISD Fine Arts Border Dance Competition! 🔥💃🕺
Congratulations to our champions!🌟
🏆 Middle School: Hornedo Middle School Vortex Dance Team
🏆 High School: Coronado High School Dance Company
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Dear El Paso ISD Community,
We wish you a heartfelt Valentine's Day!💖❤️💘
XOXO,
El Paso Independent School District
More photos ➡️ bit.ly/VDAYEPISD_0214
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🌟TMECHS RETURNS TO NATIONALS🌟
For the 2nd year in a row, the brilliant students of Transmountain Early College High School (TMECHS) are heading back to the prestigious National Science Bowl in Washington, D.C.!
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/TMECHS_0214
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El Paso ISD will be closed for Presidents' Day 🇺🇸 on Monday, Feb. 17. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, Feb. 18.
We wish our community a safe three-day weekend!🌟
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🏆FIVE STRAIGHT DISTRICT 1-5A CHAMPIONSHIPS!🏆
The Chapin varsity boys basketball team is unstoppable with 96 straight wins against El Paso schools!🔥 IT'S A GREAT DAY TO BE A HUSKY!🐾💙
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District Champs for the FIRST time in 15 years!🏀🔥
We are so proud of the Austin varsity boys basketball team for making history and securing the 1-4 District Championship title! 🐾🏆
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Congratulations to Alexander Tapia of Franklin Wrestling and Sebastian Ruvalcaba of El Paso Basketball for being amongst the top four vote getters for the El Paso Children's Hospital Athlete of the Week!🌟
Help us support this week’s exceptional nominees:
🌟 Annabelle Jensen, Chapin swimming
🌟 Joy Jackson, Burges wrestling
🌟 Samantha Tarango, Bowie soccer
🌟 Demian Hidalgo, Coronado swimming
🌟 Alexander Tapia, Franklin wrestling
Vote here ➡️ https://www.elpasotimes.com/.../vote-el-paso.../78365979007/
Voting closes at 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13.
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🌟BI-DISTRICT CHAMPIONS!🌟
We are so proud of our Chapin Lady Huskies varsity basketball team for being crowned 5A Bi-District Champions! 🏆 Your hard work, determination, and teamwork have paid off! 🐾💙
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Proud Andress alumnus, Mayor Renard Johnson, returned to the Nest to enjoy the Andress vs. El Paso basketball game!🏀 He took the time to speak with both teams, sharing his journey and the pride he has as a product of El Paso ISD.🌟
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🌟EL PASO ISD SURPLUS AUCTION🌟
Don’t miss your chance to purchase:
- Classroom Furniture
- Electronics
- Kitchen Equipment
- Portable Classrooms
- Vehicles
🕘 Saturday, Feb. 15 | 9 a.m.
🕘 Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 5 p.m.
📍 4900 Woodrow Bean Transmountain
✅ Cash and Credit Cards Accepted
For more information, contact:
Neil Waxman, Auctions Unlimited
Tx Lic #12930
📞 (915) 373-3887
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🏆BI-DISTRICT CHAMPIONS!🏆
Congratulations to the Burges and Franklin girls basketball teams for advancing to the area playoffs!🔥 We couldn’t be prouder of their hard work and determination!
The Bowie, Chapin, and Irvin girls basketball teams are ready to give it their all tonight, and they need YOU in the stands to cheer them on!🌟
Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 6 p.m.
🏀 Clint at Irvin
Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 7 p.m.
🏀 El Dorado at Chapin
Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 7:30 p.m.
🏀 San Elizario at Bowie
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🌟EARLY RELEASE🌟
El Paso ISD students will have early release Wednesday, Feb. 12. Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.
Find the early release schedule here ➡️ episd.org/o/episd/page/calendars
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Our 5th grade students attended the 83rd Annual "Young People’s Concerts," at the Abraham Chavez Theatre! 🎶
In partnership with Carnegie Hall’s "Link Up" program, the students experienced a live symphony orchestra 🎻 featuring many of our own El Paso ISD Fine Arts educators!🌟
More photos ➡️ bit.ly/YPC_0207
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🌟HEADING TO REGIONALS!🌟
This weekend, 239 El Paso ISD athletes will compete for a spot at the UIL State Championship in Wrestling and Swimming! We’re beyond proud of these amazing athletes! Best of luck, and bring home that gold! 🥇🔥
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏-𝟔𝐀 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐦 @ 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝, 𝐓𝐗
Coronado, Franklin - 44 qualifiers
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏-𝟓𝐀 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐦 @ 𝐋𝐮𝐛𝐛𝐨𝐜𝐤, 𝐓𝐗
Andress, Burges, Chapin, El Paso, Jefferson - 102 qualifiers
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏-𝟒𝐀 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐦 @ 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐬, 𝐓𝐗 (𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐉𝐚𝐧.𝟑𝟏 & 𝐅𝐞𝐛. 𝟏)
Austin, Bowie, Ivin - 29 qualifiers
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏-𝟔𝐀 𝐖𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 @ 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐥, 𝐓𝐗
Coronado, Franklin - 31 qualifiers
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏-𝟓𝐀 𝐖𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 @ 𝐋𝐮𝐛𝐛𝐨𝐜𝐤, 𝐓𝐗
Andress, Burges, Chapin, El Paso, Jefferson - 33 qualifiers
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TAKE BACK THE NIGHT🌙
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, and we invite you to join us in raising awareness, honoring survivors, and promoting healthy, safe relationships.
⏰ 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
📅 Thursday, Feb. 20
📍 Burges High School
Activities include:
✅ Educational booths,
✅ Self defense demonstrations
✅ Yoga classes,
✅ "Hero" drive
✅ Free ultrasounds and health screenings.
Entry Donation Required. Please bring one or more of the following items to participate:
🟣 Feminine Products
🟣 Baby Wipes
🟣 Baby Food
🟣 Diapers
🟣 Baby Formula
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