September 1st marks the start of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The El Paso ISD family offers our heartfelt support to all those bravely facing this disease.

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17 days ago, Communications
Septemeber is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Burlington, in collaboration with Adopt a Classroom, proudly gave back to the El Paso ISD community during the grand opening of their new store! 🌟

Together, they donated funds to Hawkins Elementary, empowering teachers with the classroom supplies they need to inspire and support their students. 📚✅

Thank you for supporting the El Paso ISD family! ❤️

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20 days ago, Communications
Hawkins staff, Burges cheerleaders, and EPISD board member Alex Cuellar take group photo with Hawkins Elementary check
Hawkins staff and EPISD board member Alex Cuellar take group photo in front of Burlington
Hawkins Principal Rafael Guardado shakes hands with Burlington representative
EPISD board member Alex Cuellar speaks to Hawkins Elementary staff members
El Paso ISD will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. We wish our community a safe weekend! 🌟

View the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

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20 days ago, Communications
Have a safe Labor Day weekend! District closed Monday, Sept. 1 no school for students.
Dear El Paso ISD families,

As a precaution all High School football games are delayed and Middle School Baseball and Softball are cancelled for this evening, Thursday, Aug 28.
21 days ago, Communications
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📣 El Paso ISD is inviting our community to join the Action Planning Oversight Committee (APOC)!

We’re looking for:
🌟 Students
🌟Families
🌟 Staff
🌟 Alumni
🌟 Military reps
🌟 Community orgs

With the Equity Assessment now complete, EPISD and MAEC are beginning the next phase—developing an Action Plan. This Action Plan that will turn recommendations from the assessment into concrete policies and practices to guide the district moving forward. We want your ideas, experiences, and perspectives to guide this important work.

📅 Apply by Sept 5 ➡️ bit.ly/APOCForm25 or call 915-257-9769 and leave a voicemail with your name and contact info.

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21 days ago, Communications
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🌟REMINDER: FEDERAL IMPACT AID FORM🌟

Thank you to the El Paso ISD families who have completed the Federal Impact Aid Form, if you haven’t please take a moment to complete it in the Parent Portal. ✅

Complete by Thursday, Sept. 18. ➡️ bit.ly/ParentPortal_25

This form allows El Paso ISD to apply for financial compensation for tax revenue lost due to Federal activities within district boundaries.

Thank you for your support! 🌟

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23 days ago, Communications
federal impact aid form eligibility categories include military families, military housing, federal employees low-rent housing indian lands
El Paso High School bid farewell to beloved volleyball coach and alumna, Yesenia Alarcon, as she closed the chapter of her Tiger journey after more than 15 years with the campus. 🌟

Surrounded by former and current players, faculty, and community members, Coach Alarcon was honored for her unwavering commitment, leadership, and the lasting impact she’s made on generations of Tigers. 🐯🏐

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24 days ago, Communications
Coach Alarcon high fives her current El Paso High School volleyball team
Coach Alarcon takes a photo with staff
Coach Alarcon receives flowers from her current volleyball players
Coach Alarcon receives a hug from a previous volleyball student
We are so excited to celebrate our incredible student artists whose artwork will be featured at the El Paso Museum of Art in the Enfoque Community Spotlight: "EPISD Transformation Through Art" exhibit! 🧑‍🎨🖼️👩‍🎨

See you at the reception!
⏰ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
📆 Thursday, Sept. 4
📍 El Paso Museum of Art
🖼️ Exhibit runs: Aug. 30 – Sept. 30, 2025

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27 days ago, Communications
Enfoque Community Spotlight: EPISD Transformation Through Art. Reception: Sept. 4, 2025 5 p.m.-7p.m. free to the public El Paso Museum of Art, 1 Arts Festival Plaza, El Paso, TX 79901 Artwork on Display 8/30/25-9/30/25
Student artist whose artwork will be featured at the El Paso Museum of Art in the Enfoque Community Spotlight: "EPISD Transformation Through Art" exhibit!
Student artist whose artwork will be featured at the El Paso Museum of Art in the Enfoque Community Spotlight: "EPISD Transformation Through Art" exhibit!
Student artist whose artwork will be featured at the El Paso Museum of Art in the Enfoque Community Spotlight: "EPISD Transformation Through Art" exhibit!
Student artist whose artwork will be featured at the El Paso Museum of Art in the Enfoque Community Spotlight: "EPISD Transformation Through Art" exhibit!
Student artist whose artwork will be featured at the El Paso Museum of Art in the Enfoque Community Spotlight: "EPISD Transformation Through Art" exhibit!
Student artist whose artwork will be featured at the El Paso Museum of Art in the Enfoque Community Spotlight: "EPISD Transformation Through Art" exhibit!
Student artist whose artwork will be featured at the El Paso Museum of Art in the Enfoque Community Spotlight: "EPISD Transformation Through Art" exhibit!
Student artist whose artwork will be featured at the El Paso Museum of Art in the Enfoque Community Spotlight: "EPISD Transformation Through Art" exhibit!
El Paso ISD parents,

The annual Federal Impact Aid Form is now open! ✅ This form allows El Paso ISD to apply for financial compensation for tax revenue lost due to Federal activities within district boundaries.

Your participation is essential to supporting the operational budget of El Paso ISD.🌟

Please complete the form in the parent portal by Thursday, Sept. 18. ➡️ bit.ly/ParentPortal_25

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
27 days ago, Communications
federal impact aid form eligibility categories include military families, military housing, federal employees low-rent housing indian lands
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize students, staff, and community members for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on August 19, 2025, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building.

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29 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize the first cohort to complete the Holdsworth Empower Fellowship leadership program for aspiring principals. The goal of the program is to strengthen El Paso ISD’s leadership pipeline, developing assistant principals into leaders who are ready and equipped to successfully lead our schools. This year’s second cohort was also recognized as they begin their journey in the program. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were excited to recognize Sebastian Garcia from Franklin High School, who was selected as one of the recipients of the Student Heroes Award by the state board of education. Sebastian earned this award after completing outstanding volunteer service that benefits his fellow students, school, and his community. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre proudly recognized Colonel Brendan Gallagher for his dedicated service as the outgoing ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees. They also welcomed the new ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees, Colonel Michael Soyka. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize the first cohort to complete the Holdsworth Empower Fellowship leadership program for aspiring principals. The goal of the program is to strengthen El Paso ISD’s leadership pipeline, developing assistant principals into leaders who are ready and equipped to successfully lead our schools. This year’s second cohort was also recognized as they begin their journey in the program. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
We’re incredibly proud of our El Paso ISD educators who represented us at the ESC Region19 Teacher of the Year Awards! 👩‍🏫🎉 Thank you, Sandra Iglesias from Cielo Vista Elementary School, and Mary Bejarano from Hornedo Middle School, for being shining examples of educational excellence. 🏫🌟

Let’s celebrate our amazing educators, including last year’s ESC 19 Elementary winner, El Paso ISD's own Dora Esquivel, who delivered an inspiring speech at Saturday’s awards ceremony! 👏

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #RisingTogether
29 days ago, Communications
Sandra Iglesias from Cielo Vista Elementary School, and Mary Bejarano from Hornedo Middle School smile for a photo
Dora Esquivel reads inspiring speech at the ESC19 Teacher of the Year Awards
Sandra Iglesias from Cielo Vista Elementary School, and Mary Bejarano from Hornedo Middle School take photo with El Paso ISD's Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre, district leadership, and El Paso ISD board members
Stage photo showcasing Sandra Iglesias from Cielo Vista Elementary School, and Mary Bejarano from Hornedo Middle School
El Paso ISD extends its deepest condolences to the Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo community on the passing of Cacique José Sierra Sr. As the spiritual leader of the Pueblo, Cacique Sierra dedicated his life to preserving culture, guiding generations, and uplifting his people.

We honor his legacy and stand with the Tigua community during this time of mourning.
29 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD extends its deepest condolences to the Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo community on the passing of Cacique José Sierra Sr. As the spiritual leader of the Pueblo, Cacique Sierra dedicated his life to preserving culture, guiding generations, and uplifting his people. We honor his legacy and stand with the Tigua community during this time of mourning.

🌟 Mark your calendars! 🌟 The El Paso ISD Benefits Team is excited to invite you to the 2025 Employee Health Fair! 🩺❤️‍🩹

Stop by for health screenings, vaccines, massage therapy, giveaways, and over 80 vendors! ✅

⏰ 4-7 p.m.
🗓️ Tuesday, Sept. 9
🏢 Starlight Event Center, Rio Grande Summit Room
📍 6650 Continental Dr

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/benefits

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

29 days ago, Communications
2025 El Paso ISD Employee Health Fair Tuesday, Septemeber 9 4-7 p.m. at the Starlight Event Center. Health Screenings, vaccines, relax and recharge with free massage therapy, and win big with 80 vendors + giveaways + door prizes!
Employee receiving a vaccine
Employee receiving information from a vendor
Employee receiving a free back massage
The Healthy Living 2025 Fall schedule has arrived! 🌟 Kick off the school year strong 💪 with FREE wellness activities for all employees, available at locations across the district! ✅

Check out some of the exciting options:
🎨 Art
📚 Book Club
❤️ CPR
🧶 Crochet
💃 Dance, Stretch & Relax
🍳 Healthy Cooking
📷 Photography
🎾 Pickleball
🧘 Pilates
🏺 Pottery
🏋️‍♀️ Strength & Conditioning
🎾 Tennis Cardio
🧘 Yoga

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/healthyliving

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about 1 month ago, Communications
Healthy Living Book Club
Healthy Living Nature Walks
Healthy Living Pottery Classes
Healthy Living Photography Classes
Why did the chickens cross the road? 🐔 To keep Western Hills Elementary School students safe, of course! 💛💙 Shoutout to Mando and Mike for making safety egg-stra fun! 🛑🚸

Help us keep students safe and thriving by joining El Paso ISD’s Volunteers in Public Schools program! 🌟

Learn more and apply today! ➡️ www.episd.org/volunteer

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about 1 month ago, Communications
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Our Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre reflects as we wrap up the first week of school, 🏫 📝📚 and expresses her gratitude for our incredible teachers, staff, students, and families for a great return. 🌟 You are what makes El Paso ISD so special. 💙 Let’s keep rising together! 🚀

Watch here ➡️ https://bit.ly/episd_0808

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about 1 month ago, Communications
A MESSAGE FROM MARTHA AGUIRRE INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT
HAPPENING TOMORROW: The 2025–26 school year begins! 🎉 We’re excited to inspire and empower our learners to thrive! 🌟📚 Check out our academic calendar! ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDBacktoSchool
about 2 months ago, Communications
Mesita students smile for a photo
El Paso ISD stands with our community in remembrance of August 3, 2019. 🕯️

We remember those we lost and stand united in healing, strength, and hope for our community. ❤️

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about 2 months ago, Communications
El Paso Strong August 3, 2019
Just a few days left until our amazing students are back in the classroom on Monday, August 4! 🏫🌟📚

View the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

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about 2 months ago, Communications
Child working on a project and smiling up at the camera
🌟 LAST CHANCE TO FIESTA! 🌟

Celebrate the new school year at the final day of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta! 🍎🎉

⏰ 6-7:30 p.m.
📅 Thursday, July 31
📍Andress, Austin, Bowie, Chapin

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/fiesta

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about 2 months ago, Communications
Back to School Fiesta 2025 July 29-31, 2025 6-7:30 p.m.