The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees will have its regular board meeting at 5 p.m. today at the El Paso ISD Administration Building, 1014 N. Stanton St. Board agenda: www.episd.org/page/board-meeting-agendasmaterials-new Live stream: www.episd.org/page/boardlive #ItStartsWithUs
8 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board Meeting Graphic
El Paso ISD students will have early release Wednesday, Aug. 21. Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly. Find the early release schedule here ➡️ bit.ly/24-25AcademicYearCalendar #ItStartsWithUs
9 months ago, Communications
Early Release for student El Paso ISD It Starts With Us
The El Paso High School R.R. Jones Stadium was selected by El Paso Times readers as the best high school stadium in El Paso County!🎉 A special mention to Irvin, Bowie, and Franklin stadiums, which also earned spots in the top ten.🌟 Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/EPHS_0815 #ItStartsWithUs
9 months ago, Communications
El Paso High Stadium at Sunset
🌟 Join us for Phase II of the Destination District Redesign (DDR) with El Paso ISD!🌟 Be part of the conversation as we share updated data from Phase I and work together as a community to discuss important topics like facilities, programs, and rightsizing. Your voice matters in shaping the future of El Paso ISD! 💬 📅 Check the schedule and join us at a meeting near you. Let’s build a stronger future for El Paso’s district together! Learn more ➡️ episd.org/redesign #ItStartsWithUs
9 months ago, Communications
Destination District Redesign Community Meetings, A conversation about Program Expansions, 21st Century Facilities, & Rightsizing, Meeting schedule: episd.org/redesign
El Paso ISD educators Dora Esquivel and Florangela Calderon shined at the ESC Region 19 Teacher of the Year Awards!🌟 Their passion for education inspires students to reach their full potential every day! Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/TOY_0810 #ItStartsWithUs
9 months ago, Communications
Dora Esquivel poses with ESC19 Elementary Teacher of the Year Award
El Paso ISD athletics is back!🌟 Come support our phenomenal student-athletes and witness the thrill of their unstoppable drive!🔥 For information on sports schedules and ticket purchasing, visit episd.org/Athletics. Follow our athletics page ➡️ @episdathletics #ItStartsWithUs
9 months ago, Communications
Bowie Football Players running
New year, new beginnings!🌟 It was an incredible first week of school at El Paso ISD. Here’s to a year filled with innovation, dedication, and academic excellence!✅ More photos ➡️ https://bit.ly/FirstDayofSchool24 #ItStartsWithUs
9 months ago, Communications
Coronado seniors take photo with last first day of school photo frame
The El Paso ISD community is invited to join phase II of the Destination District Redesign.🌟 We want to hear from our students, parents, staff, and community stakeholders about their visions for El Paso ISD's future. Learn more ➡️ episd.org/redesign #ItStartsWithUs
9 months ago, Communications
Destination District Redesign PHASE II Community Meetings Flyer with full schedule... full schedule can be found at https://www.episd.org/page/phase-ii
Join El Paso ISD as a volunteer and make a lasting impact!✅ Your support can transform education, empower students, and enrich our schools. Help us shape a brighter future for our community!🌟 Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/VIPS24-25 #ItStartsWithUs
9 months ago, Communications
Volunteer judging students science fair project
Let's show support for our incredible educators as they prepare to shine at the ESC Region 19 Teacher of the Year 25th Anniversary Awards Celebration this Saturday, August 10!🎉 Today, finalists Dora Esquivel and Florangela Calderon had the chance to connect and celebrate with fellow nominees at the Starlight Event Center.🌟 #ItStartsWithUs
9 months ago, Communications
Superintendent Diana Sayavedra, Dora Esquivel, and Florangela Calderon presenting at ESC Region 19 Teacher of the Year Meet and Greet
REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN!✅ El Paso ISD is proud to offer a variety of learning pathways for all El Paso County children.📚 Put your young learner on the path to their academic dreams!🌟 Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/register #ItStartsWithUs
9 months ago, Communications
Free all day PK 3 & PK 4 registration Now Open! episd.org/register
The countdown has begun!⏰ We're just two weeks away from the first day of school!📚 The 2024-25 academic year will commence on Monday, August 5. Let's prepare for an incredible start and strive to make this school year truly extraordinary.🌟 View the 2024-25 calendar ➡️ https://bit.ly/24-25AcademicYearCalendar #ItStartsWithUs
9 months ago, Communications
Students happily show teacher their work
The Student New Year Roll (NYR) has been completed. Services for the Student Online Registration system have been restored.
10 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD is currently experiencing district-wide phone system issues. For assistance, please contact us at 915-615-2722. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to swiftly resolve this technical difficulty. We will notify you once the issue has been resolved.
10 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD is currently operating on summer hours. The district will be open from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and will be closed on Fridays for the remaining weeks of July 8 and July 15. #ItStartsWithUs
10 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Summer Hours Begin June 10-July 18, 7 am - 5:30 pm, Week of June 10 & 24 - July 8 & 15 , Mon - Thurs, Closed June 14 & 28, July 12 & 19
A pair of students from El Paso ISD competed in the 2024 National Spanish Spelling Bee for the chance to win the national title.🐝🏆 Participants Emiliano Ferran Martinez Caloca from Mesita Elementary School and Diego Hernandez-Salinas from Wiggs Middle School showcased their spelling skills against 28 spellers from various states. After enduring numerous rounds of spelling, Emiliano achieved a remarkable third place finish, demonstrating his outstanding linguistic skills. Congratulations, Emiliano!🌟 #ItStartsWithUs
10 months ago, Communications
Group photo of top 3 spellers
Photo of Diego Hernandez spelling
Photo of Featured Speaker speaking to all 30 spellers
The Business Services Division of the El Paso ISD recently organized its annual team-building workshop, bringing together six departments to network as a cohesive unit. The event gathered 150 employees from various departments, including budget and external financial management, financial services, food and nutrition services, procurement and school resources, risk management and treasury services. During the workshop, attendees recognized service award recipients, discussed feedback received throughout the year, and participated in exciting activities, such as professional development sessions focused on personality traits. The highly anticipated event strengthened employee collaboration and team dynamics, promising success for the upcoming school year. #ItStartsWithUs
10 months ago, Communications
Employees from Business Services Division present poster
Employee from Business Services Division puts up poster
Photo of crowd for Business Services Division meeting
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Diana Sayavedra recognized Cheryll Felder for her dedication and service to El Paso ISD during a special board meeting on June 24, 2024, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. Felder began her remarkable journey with El Paso ISD as an ESL teacher at Douglass Elementary. Over her nearly 48 years with the district, she excelled in various impactful roles, including counselor, assistant principal, principal, assistant director, and currently holds the role of Executive Director of Student and Parent Services. Thank you, Cheryll Felder, for your incredible service to El Paso ISD.🌟 #ItStartsWithUs
10 months ago, Communications
Cheryll Felder poses with Board of Trustees and Superintendent Diana Sayavedra
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Diana Sayavedra recognized community partners, students and staff for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on June 20, 2024, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. #ItStartsWithUs
10 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Diana Sayavedra recognized everyone who was involved in the destination district redesign meetings, planning and implementation. The redesign is the deliberate evaluation and adjustment of our programs, facilities and resources to ensure that they align with the needs of our students and communities. Thank you to the communications department, IT department, high school principals, leadership and equity & stakeholder engagement.
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Diana Sayavedra recognized Dwain Gulley, lead school liaison officer at Fort Bliss, for advocating for military students and families. Gulley has been instrumental in fostering a good relationship between El Paso ISD and Fort Bliss. He has served on numerous El Paso ISD committees and provided student ambassador training, along with other military-related training for our campuses.
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Diana Sayavedra recognized all the staff that made this year’s graduation ceremonies successful. Great efforts were made into the planning of all 13 ceremonies with students fairing more than $170 million in scholarships. Thank you to the communications department, high school principals and the school leadership staff.
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Diana Sayavedra recognized the talented fine arts students from Austin High School who became the first 4A school in the borderland to win the UIL one act play area competition and advance to regionals. The one act play entitled, “Antigone” wowed the judges and eliminated the competition of more than 20 other schools in the city.
One year ago, Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons made his first visit to El Paso for the All the Way charity softball game. After receiving a warm welcome from the community, Parsons vowed to return. Parsons delivered on his promise when he recently returned to host "The Lions Den" youth football camp at the historic El Paso High School R.R. Jones Stadium. The camp was a great success, attracting 600 enthusiastic young athletes aged six to 16, all eager to improve their football skills and learn from the renowned NFL player. Amidst the lively football drills, Parsons took the opportunity to share valuable life lessons, motivate the campers, and stress the importance of strong character and a love for the sport. Parsons also interacted with the students, capturing memorable moments through photos and signing autographs, making a lasting impact and inspiring the athletes. #ItStartsWithUs
10 months ago, Communications
Micah Parsons poses with student from his football camp