Good evening,
You still have time to complete the Panorama survey to make an impact at Barron. We are at 8% , so we encourage you to please take the time to provide feedback for improvement and growth at Barron. Thank you!


Happy Friday!
We had such a productive, successful week and we thank you for joining us on Parent Teacher conference night! Please remember that a conference with your child's teacher can always be scheduled. Lunch menu for week of 2/9/26. We do have early release on Wed., Feb. 11, 2026 at noon.
Enjoy your weekend!


El Paso ISD students will have early release Wednesday, Feb. 11. ✅
Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.
Find the early release schedule here ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

We want to hear from you! Join the El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk today for Community Conversations. 🌟
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
📆 Wednesday, Feb. 4
📍 Lundy Elementary School Cafeteria, 6201 High Ridge Dr.
✅ Spanish translation will be available at all meetings.
Can’t attend? Participate by taking our online Community Survey, available in English and Spanish ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

We are so excited for our free nutrition and cooking class happening next Monday, Feb. 9th , 2:00-3:00pm!
Give us a heads up that you're coming through this link: https://forms.office.com/r/pafrDR6JKN or scan the QR code on the flyer!


See you at the first Community Conversations meeting!
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
📆 Tuesday, Feb. 3
📍 Andress High School PDC Building, 5400 Sun Valley Dr.
✅ Spanish translation will be available at all meetings.
Can’t attend? Participate by taking our online Community Survey, available in English and Spanish ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

We celebrate our incredible El Paso ISD school counselors for the vital role they play in guiding, supporting, and inspiring our students. 📚🏫
Thank you for showing up for our students every day! ❤️
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to join the upcoming Community Conversations meetings. ✅
Can’t attend? You can still participate by taking our online Community Survey!
Take the survey here in English or Spanish ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations
Spanish translation will be available at all meetings.
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

🤍 During our valentines lunch 1st and 2nd grade will be following the normal lunch schedule instead of the Friday schedule. Please see the updated schedule!
🤍 We will have another early release day Feb 11th, at 12pm! This will be for staff development. Please be ready for pickup at noon!
🤍 Parents please be aware our interim testing starts next week!
👉All of this information has been added to the calendar so take a look!



We will be leaving at 12:00pm tomorrow, Feb. 3rd, in preparation for Parent Teacher Conference.
👉Be ready for pickup at noon!
Barron Families,
Happy Sunday,
Please take a moment to read this week’s newsletter for important updates, upcoming events, and ways to support your Pioneer at home. We appreciate your partnership and look forward to another great week of learning at Barron! 💙✨
Barron Family Newsletter - Feb. 2026
Calling all El Paso ISD students! 📣 We're inviting artists to design the official logo for the Unidos Games. 🌟
📅 Deadline to submit: Tuesday, Feb. 3
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/unidos-games
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD





El Paso ISD honors the legacy and groundbreaking contributions of Black Americans.
Through perseverance, leadership, and service, their impact has helped shape our Nation and continues to inspire progress, understanding, and opportunity for all.
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #BlackHistoryMonth

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
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

Valentines Lunch is February 13th, 2026!
We love opening the cafeteria to make small, but impactful memories of parent engagement at school.
🤍Please refer to the schedule above
🤍Still need to RSVP? Do it here: https://forms.office.com/r/fk0ZUHWDhP


🇺🇸 Barron Military Families,
Our February Military Family Newsletter is here! ✨ https://app.smore.com/n/ykrw10
This month, we celebrate the strength, service, and heart of our military-connected community while focusing on kindness, connection, and support. We hope you enjoy the resources, upcoming events, and family activities our community has created with you in mind.
Thank you for all you do—together, we continue to serve, support, and grow as one Barron family. ❤️🤍💙
Respectfully,
Ms. Chavez. | Military Family Liaison | amchave1@episd.org
😄We are so excited about February! Take a look at what's happening with our flyers and Calendar!
👉Heres the scoop:
💖Feb 3rd. Is our Parent Teacher Conferences from 1-6pm!
🤍 There is a special cooking class just for parents happening Feb. 9th 2-3pm. The first 10 participants also receive a free produce box!
💖 We want to celebrate the love of families by having a valentines weekend lunch Friday, Feb. 13th! *This is a bring your own food event for parents. No pulling of kids allowed for this lunch.
Use the RSVP link or QR code to let us know you're coming: https://forms.office.com/r/fk0ZUHWDhP
🤍Family Fitness Friday is happening Feb. 20th during your child's P.E time!
💖 We are so excited to also announce our future middle schoolers night! This will be a fun way for our 5th graders and their parents to strengthen their bonds with one another, learn about middle school, and get ready as a family unit for the transition into 6th grade! We will have snacks , a fun game of jeopardy ,and hopefully you too!
February is so exciting with even more to be announced! Being a pioneer means learning, belonging, and lots of kindness and love! ❤️






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
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD


Your voice matters.
That is why the panorama climate survey exists. It is here to give you the space to share your personal feedback on the district. and school your child attends.
There is still time to make your feedback count!
Please take the time to fill out the survey by clicking this link: https://www.episd.org/page/parent-survey
or using the QR code on the attached letter.
We thank you for your input 🤍


It was an honor to unveil our Military Wall of Honor alongside you. This wall stands as a living tribute to the loved ones of our students and staff who have served, and it will remain available for viewing throughout the year. Picture submissions are always welcome, as this wall will continue to grow with our Pioneers and their stories.
Thank you for your continued support, your patriotism, and the pride you bring to our school. We are grateful to honor service with you, today and always.
With gratitude,
Ms. Chavez | amchave1@episd.org
Military Family Liaison 🇺🇸

