REMINDER: PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES NEXT WEEK! 🌟

Parent-Teacher Conferences are happening February 3–5! ✅

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with your child’s teachers, celebrate their progress, and stay informed. 📚

⏰ Early Release Schedule ⏰
📅 Tuesday, Feb. 3
🏫 Elementary School: 12 p.m.

📅 Wednesday, Feb. 4
🏫 High School: 12:35 p.m.
🏫 TMECHS: 12:25 p.m.

📅 Thursday, Feb. 5
🏫 Middle School & PK–8: 11:35 a.m.

View the academic calendar ➡️ http://episd.org/calendars

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12 days ago, Communications
Parent Teacher Conferences graphic Elementary on Tues. Feb. 3 and early release for elementary students. High School on Wed. Feb. 4 and early release for high school students. Middle and PK8 on Thurs. , Feb. 5 and early release for Middle and PK8 school students
Get ready to strum up some excitement! 🌟

Our amazing El Paso ISD Fine Arts mariachi programs are hitting the stage at the 2026 UIL West Area Mariachi Festival! 🎺🎶

Come support our talented students and celebrate the tradition, culture, and music of mariachi! 🎻

📅 Saturday, Jan. 31
📍 Eastwood High School Theater
⏰ Performances begin at 12 p.m.

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12 days ago, Communications
Graphic that states 2026 UIL West Area Mariachi Festival Saturday, January 31, 2026 at Eastwood HS Theater 2430 McRae Blvd, El Paso, TX 79925 El Paso ISD Performance Schedule Bowie HS 12 p.m., Austin HS 3:15 p.m., Jefferson-Silva HS 5 p.m., Chapin HS 5:30 p.m., Coronado HS 6:30 p.m., Franklin HS 7 p.m.

El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk visited schools in the Northeast to see student success in action. 📚🌟

During visits to Torres Elementary School and Charles Middle School, Dr. Lusk connected with students, staff, and Andress feeder pattern principals, experiencing the supportive pathways the schools provide to help students prepare for the next steps in their educational journey. 🎓✅

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12 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk helps student with class assignment
Teacher discussing class assignment with student
Principal Montero helps students with class assignment
Principal Sherri Jones smiles for a photo with student
Guerrero Elementary School was all smiles and cheers as they celebrated Trustee Valerie Ganelon Beals! 🌟

The Aztecs’ joyful singing performance 🎶 filled the halls with pride and appreciation for everything Trustee Beals does for El Paso ISD. ❤️

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13 days ago, Communications
Guerrero Elementary School students and staff take group photos with Trustee Valerie Ganelon Beals
Guerrero Elementary School principal and student give Trustee Valerie Ganelon Beals flowers
Guerrero Elementary School students perform for Trustee Valerie Ganelon Beals
Guerrero Elementary School students perform for Trustee Valerie Ganelon Beals
🌟 STARTING NEXT WEEK: COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS 🌟

The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to join the upcoming Community Conversations meetings. ✅

Next week’s meetings:
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
📆 Tuesday, Feb. 3
📍 Andress High School

⏰ 6-7 p.m.
📆 Wednesday, Feb. 4
📍 Lundy Elementary School

View the full schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations

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13 days ago, Communications
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to Community Conversations Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 6-7p.m. at Andress High School with Trustee Robert Osterland 5400 Sun Valley Dr.
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to Community Conversations Wednesday, Feb. 4 at 6-7p.m. at Lundy Elementary School with Trustee Valerie Ganelon Beals 6201 High Ridge Dr.
Jaguar pride was in full ROAR for Board Recognition Month! 🐆🎉

Nolan Richardson Middle School rolled out the spirit for Trustee Robert Osterland with a pep rally packed with cheers, chants, and school pride! 🌟

From an exciting class spirit stick showdown to student performances, the Jaguars showed their appreciation for their District 5 Trustee loud and proud.🐾💚

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13 days ago, Communications
Trustee Robert Osterland with Richardson Middle School cheerleaders and drumline
Richardson Middle School cheer on Trustee Robert Osterland
Trustee Robert Osterland with Richardson Middle School and El Paso ISD staff
Richardson Middle School cheerleaders drumline playing at pep rally
🌟💃 Border Dance Competition 🕺🌟

Come cheer on our incredible El Paso ISD Fine Arts dancers during this exciting two-day celebration of movement, creativity, and artistry! ❤️

📅 Friday, Feb.6 — Studios begin at 5 p.m.
📅 Saturday, Feb. 7 — Schools begin at 8 a.m.
📍 Bowie High School Main Gym

🎟️ Tickets available online only. Purchase here ➡️ bit.ly/BD_022026

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13 days ago, Communications
Border Dance Competition Scan QR Code for Digital tickets or visit bit.ly/BD_022026 for tickets. Studios begins at 5 p.m. Friday, February 6, 2026. Schools begins at 8 a.m. Saturday, February 7, 2026 Bowie HS Main Gym 801 S San Marcial St. El Paso, TX 79905
🎊 Happy 100th Day of School, El Paso ISD! 🎊

Thank you to our amazing students and staff for their hard work, dedication, and excellence every day! 🌟

Let's have a great rest of the school year, and don't forget to be #RightHereRightNow! ✅

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14 days ago, Communications
Students dressed up for the 100th day of school
Students dressed up for the 100th day of school
Students dressed up for the 100th day of school
Student dressed up for the 100th day of school
This chapter of Board Recognition Month was one to remember at Don Haskins PK-8 School! 📖💙🧡

The Sun Bears welcomed Trustee Daniel Call with student performances, and he gave a special reading of "Alexander, Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday." 💵

Inspired by the story and celebrating the 100th day of school, our students let their imaginations shine by designing their own $100 bills! 🌟

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14 days ago, Communications
Trustee Daniel Call talks to a student
Trustee Daniel Call high fives a student
Don Haskins PK 8 School students performing for Trustee Daniel Call
Trustee Daniel Call reads to students as they raise their hands
The MacArthur PK-8 School Ponies made Board Recognition Month extra special by honoring Trustee Alex Cuellar on the 100th day of school! 💯📚🌟

Cheerleaders welcomed him as students and staff dressed in a fun 100-year-old theme, complete with handmade signs, crowns, and a special performance by the MacArthur Orchestra. 🎶

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14 days ago, Communications
Trustee Alex Cuellar takes group photo with MacArthur PK8 Staff and students who are dressed up for the 100th day of school
MacArthur orchestra playing
Trustee Alex Cuellar talks to MacArthur PK8 principal
Trustee Alex Cuellar shakes hands with MacArthur PK8 cheerleaders
Join us in supporting this week's El Paso ISD nominees for the El Paso Children's Hospital High School Athlete of the Week! 👏🔥

🌟Gianna Gulley, Andress basketball
🌟Toraino Johnson Jr., Andress basketball
🌟Jeshua Aldaba, Bowie soccer
🌟Anthony Rubio, Burges basketball
🌟Annabelle Jensen, Chapin swimming
🌟Jacob Garcia, Chapin basketball
🌟Ashley Tang, Coronado swimming
🌟Allison De La O, Franklin basketball

Vote for our boys ➡️ https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/01/27/vote-el-paso-childrens-hospital-hs-male-athlete-for-jan-20-24/88338925007/

Vote for our girls ➡️ https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/01/27/vote-el-paso-childrens-hospital-hs-female-athlete-for-jan-20-24/88339162007/

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14 days ago, Communications
Gianna Gulley, Andress basketball
Toraino Johnson Jr., Andress basketball
Jeshua Aldaba, Bowie soccer
Anthony Rubio, Burges basketball
Annabelle Jensen, Chapin swimming
Jacob Garcia, Chapin basketball
Ashley Tang, Coronado swimming
Allison De La O, Franklin basketball
The #KnightNation showed appreciation for Trustee Dr. Jack Loveridge during a spirited pep rally at Navarrete Middle School. 🎊

From the drumline and cheerleaders to the robotics team and Kickstart program, students brought their energy and talent to celebrate our District 3 Trustee! 🌟

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14 days ago, Communications
Dr. Jack Loveridge takes group photo with Navarette Middle School staff and students at pep rally
Navarette Middle School cheer performing
Dr. Jack Loveridge watches Navarette Middle School students perform at pep rally
Dr. Jack Loveridge shakes hand with Navarette Middle School Kick Start program instructor as student watch behind
HAPPENING NEXT WEEK: Parent Teacher Conferences 🌟

Parent Teacher Conferences will take place February 3-5. ✅ Parents, don’t miss this chance to connect with your child's teachers and stay informed. 📚

⏰ Early Release Schedule ⏰
📅 Tuesday, Feb. 3
🏫 Elementary School: 12 p.m.

📅 Wednesday, Feb. 4
🏫 High School: 12:35 p.m.
🏫 TMECHS: 12:25 p.m.

📅 Thursday, Feb. 5
🏫 Middle School & PK–8: 11:35 a.m.

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

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15 days ago, Communications
Parent Teacher Conferences graphic Elementary on Tues. Feb. 3 and early release for elementary students. High School on Wed. Feb. 4 and early release for high school students. Middle and PK8 on Thurs. , Feb. 5 and early release for Middle and PK8 school students
Design! Create! Represent!

We’re inviting El Paso ISD students to design the official logo for the Unidos Games. 🌟

Since 2018, the Unidos Games have empowered students with disabilities to showcase their athletic talents, celebrate inclusion, and raise awareness. Now it’s your turn to help tell that story through art. 🎨 🙌

Think big. Create boldly. Show us what Unidos means to you! ❤️

Learn more about submission details and deadlines ➡️ www.episd.org/page/unidos-games

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15 days ago, Communications
We Need Your Help! Unidos Games Logo Contest graphic with photo from previous Unidos Games students running
Unidos Games Logo Contest. The Logo Should...Feel welcoming, energetic, and inclusive. Celebrate unity, participation, and achievement. Be easy to recognize from far away. Work on shirts, flyers, etc. Avoid: Overly detailed drawings, tiny text, thin lines, or complex effects.
Unidos Games Logo Contest. Communicate...The spirit of the Unidos Games. Belonging, teamwork, fun, celebration, and community pride. Make it memorable and easy to read. Use contrast to make it easy to recognize.
Unidos Games Logo Contest. Must haves...the logo must say Unidos Games and must include the EPISD logo. It must showcase EPISD's blue and yellow color palette. Create a full color version and a black and white version, so it can be used anywhere.
Unidos Games Logo Contest. Please submit all artwork to communications@episd.org by Tuesday, Feb. 3, with the subject "Unidos Logo Submission"
It’s official! 🎊 In 130 days, the #EPISDClassof2026 will take the stage! 🎓🌟

Who's ready for graduation? 🙌

View the schedule ➡️ bit.ly/Grad_2026

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16 days ago, Communications
Two Burges graduates smiling for a photo
🌟 STARTING NEXT WEEK: COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS 🌟

The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to join the upcoming Community Conversations meetings. ✅

These meetings are designed to gather community input on El Paso ISD’s future priorities and your vision, values, and hopes for the district. 💭

View the full schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations

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16 days ago, Communications
Community Conversations graphic of all meeting times, dates, and locations which can be found at www.episd.org/community-conversations
🌟 School Board Recognition Month 🌟

Meet Daniel E. Call, District 7 Board Trustee! Mr. Call is dedicated to celebrating student success and ensuring every learner has access to a high-quality education.

He represents the Coronado feeder pattern and is committed to empowering students, supporting staff, and strengthening our community.

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/o/episd/page/call

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16 days ago, Communications
Daniel E. Call Trustee School Board Recognition Month January 2026
STARTING TODAY: EL PASO ISD ONLINE AUCTION🌟

El Paso ISD will hold an online auction featuring:
• Surplus Furniture (from Newman Elementary)
• Buses and Portables (from EPISD Gamble Warehouse)

🌟 ONLINE AUCTION 🌟
⏰ 5 p.m.
📅 Jan. 26-Feb. 9
🌐 www.auctionsinternational.com

🌟 LOCATION VIEWINGS 🌟
⏰ 9-11 a.m.
📅 Jan. 26
📍Newman Elementary School, 10275 Alcan St.

📦 Pick-ups will be by appointment only

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17 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Online Auction Jan. 26th-Feb. 9th graphic
Let's hear it for the Foxes and Cougars! 🦊🐾

We're so proud of Genesis Acosta from Jefferson Silva soccer and Dimas Sosa from Franklin wrestling for earning the title of El Paso Children's Hospital Athlete of the Week! 🌟

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18 days ago, Communications
Genesis Acosta from Jefferson Silva soccer
Dimas Sosa from Franklin wrestling
El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk recently visited the Zach White Elementary Cowboys to learn more about how the school is fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.

With high expectations for academic excellence, the Cowboys staff inspires students to be creative, strive for success, and reach their full potential every day. 🤠🌟

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18 days ago, Communications
Zach White Elementary School students raising their hands
Zach White Elementary School students learning in the classroom while staff and superintendent observe
Zach White Elementary School staff and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk talking to one another
Zach White Elementary School students having a discussion during class