Did you know? Montessori emphasizes fostering a culture of creativity and is practiced in over 100 countries worldwide. Montessori alumni include notable figures such as Taylor Swift, Julia Child, Jeff Bezos, Gabriel García Márquez, Yo-Yo Ma, Chelsea Clinton, Jackie Kennedy, and Prince George.
Learn more ➡️ episd.org/montessori
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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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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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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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Bowie PTA is seeking new officers for next year. Elections will be held in April. If interested, complete interest form by February 28th.

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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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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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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🌟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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🌟HEADING TO REGIONALS!🌟
This weekend, 239 El Paso ISD athletes will compete for a spot at the UIL State Championship in Wrestling and Swimming! We’re beyond proud of these amazing athletes! Best of luck, and bring home that gold! 🥇🔥
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏-𝟔𝐀 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐦 @ 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝, 𝐓𝐗
Coronado, Franklin - 44 qualifiers
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏-𝟓𝐀 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐦 @ 𝐋𝐮𝐛𝐛𝐨𝐜𝐤, 𝐓𝐗
Andress, Burges, Chapin, El Paso, Jefferson - 102 qualifiers
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏-𝟒𝐀 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐦 @ 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐬, 𝐓𝐗 (𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐉𝐚𝐧.𝟑𝟏 & 𝐅𝐞𝐛. 𝟏)
Austin, Bowie, Ivin - 29 qualifiers
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏-𝟔𝐀 𝐖𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 @ 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐥, 𝐓𝐗
Coronado, Franklin - 31 qualifiers
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏-𝟓𝐀 𝐖𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 @ 𝐋𝐮𝐛𝐛𝐨𝐜𝐤, 𝐓𝐗
Andress, Burges, Chapin, El Paso, Jefferson - 33 qualifiers
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District Champs for the FIRST time in 23 years!🐻🎉
The Bowie varsity girls basketball team made history by finishing their regular season undefeated at 8-0! 🔥 Under the leadership of Coach Antonio Torres, the Lady Bears are officially 1-4A champions!🏆
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Join Our Team as a Crossing Guard! 🛑🚸
Make a difference in the lives of El Paso ISD students by creating a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. 🌟 Be a part of the community that helps our students thrive!
Apply now ➡️ episd.org/o/episd/page/volunteer
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❤️ February is Heart Month! ❤️
Join us in wearing red on Friday, Feb. 7, for National Wear Red Day to raise awareness for women’s cardiovascular health.❣️
Throughout February, the El Paso ISD Benefits team will be offering free blood pressure screenings for district employees!🌟
Learn more ➡️ episd.org/healthyliving
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The Tocando orchestra and choir celebrated Black History Month with a powerful performance at the El Paso Symphony Youth Orchestras' Annual Winter Concert! 🎶🌟
The showcase highlighted students from Aoy, Douglass, Hart, Wiggs, and Bowie, while also honoring the legacy of Frederick F. Douglass Elementary and shedding light on local stories of racial and linguistic segregation.
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🌟🎶 El Paso ISD Mariachis are STATE BOUND🎶🌟
Congratulations to the Austin, Chapin, Coronado, and Franklin mariachi programs for earning Superior Ratings at regionals and qualifying for the UIL State Competition!🏆
Let’s give it up to the Jefferson/Silva mariachi group for their first-ever UIL debut and to Bowie for bringing their mariachi program back with a bang! 💥 Both earned Excellent ratings! 👏🔥
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February is Black History Month, a time to commemorate the legacy and incredible achievements of Black Americans. So many suffered through subjugation and the oppression of inequality; they rose to fight for equality for all and drive our Nation toward a more perfect union. Their achievements are a reflection of American greatness!
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Today, we celebrate the start of National School Counseling Week!🌟 A heartfelt thank you to our school counselors for your continued dedication to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where every student can thrive.
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