
Did you know? At El Paso ISD Montessori, our multi-age classrooms (ages 3-6 or 6-9) create a unique learning environment where students learn from each other.📚👫
With a maximum of 22 students and two adults, older children act as role models while younger ones build confidence and independence.🌟
Learn more ➡️ episd.org/montessori
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Irvin High School alum, Stephanie Han, claimed the World Boxing Association lightweight title and remains unbeaten at 10-0.🥊 We are so proud of her!🌟
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/Han_0224
📸 Gaby Velasquez/El Paso Times
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Anaya Tonde, a student from Mesita Elementary School, will proudly represent El Paso at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. 🐝🏆
This achievement follows Anaya's impressive victory at today's Regional Spelling Bee, hosted by the El Paso ISD Education Foundation. 🌟
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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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