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🌟 REGISTRATION OPENS IN ONE WEEK! 🌟

Why choose El Paso ISD? Because at El Paso ISD academic excellence, unmatched athletics, and invested teachers and staff come together to build safe and welcoming learning environments where students can thrive and build their future. 📚🏫

📆 Registration begins Wednesday, April 1, 2026 ✅

🌟 Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

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3 months ago, Communications
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El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize students and staff for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on March 24, 2026, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

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3 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize Franklin High School champion wrestler Jubilee Rendon for capturing her second state wrestling title. 🤼‍♀️🏆       We're so proud of Jubilee who was joined by her teammates, Jayada Ramos and Naime Abdallah, who also performed admirably at state.🌟
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize our girls basketball teams who earned the title of Bi-District Champions! 🏀🏆       Their dedication, grit, and never-quit attitude continue to shine both on and off the court, and we couldn’t be prouder. 💪👏      Congratulations to our champions from Burges, Chapin, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools! 🌟  (photo of Burges high school girls basketball team with board members and coaches)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize our girls basketball teams who earned the title of Bi-District Champions! 🏀🏆       Their dedication, grit, and never-quit attitude continue to shine both on and off the court, and we couldn’t be prouder. 💪👏      Congratulations to our champions from Burges, Chapin, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools! 🌟  (photo of Chapin high school girls basketball team with board members and coaches)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize our girls basketball teams who earned the title of Bi-District Champions! 🏀🏆       Their dedication, grit, and never-quit attitude continue to shine both on and off the court, and we couldn’t be prouder. 💪👏      Congratulations to our champions from Burges, Chapin, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools! 🌟  (photo of Franklin high school girls basketball team with board members and coaches)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize our girls basketball teams who earned the title of Bi-District Champions! 🏀🏆       Their dedication, grit, and never-quit attitude continue to shine both on and off the court, and we couldn’t be prouder. 💪👏      Congratulations to our champions from Burges, Chapin, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools! 🌟  (photo of Irvin high school girls basketball team with board members and coaches)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize our Business Services Department for receiving the prestigious Award of Excellence in Financial Management by the Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO). 🌟       This distinguished award is given to only 34 school districts across Texas that exemplify professional standards, best practices, and innovation in financial management and reporting. 👏✅
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize our Procurement and School Resources Departments for earning the 2026 Award of Merit for Purchasing Operations from the Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO). 🌟       This prestigious award recognizes school districts across Texas that are committed to upholding professional standards in the acquisition of goods and services.
Bobcats! Spring pictures are here! You can prepay for spring pictures by sending the money or by scanning the QR code on the top of the form.
3 months ago, Priscilla Lopez
spring pictures 2026
Bobcats! Please be advised that there has been a change to the upcoming Fitness Day. The session scheduled for Thursday, April 2nd has been canceled due to a previously scheduled campus event.

We will provide updated information regarding the rescheduled date as soon as it becomes available. Thank you for your understanding.
3 months ago, Priscilla Lopez
Bobcats! There will be no school on April 3, 2026, due to the spring holiday; classes will resume on April 6, 2026.
3 months ago, Priscilla Lopez
spring holiday
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

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3 months ago, Communications
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Welcome Back, El Paso ISD! 🌟

We hope you had an amazing Spring Break! ☀️ As we head into the final stretch of the school year, let’s finish strong together. Show up, stay engaged, and be #RightHereRightNow! 💪📚
3 months ago, Communications
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See you tomorrow, El Paso ISD! 🙌

We're excited to welcome back our students and staff Monday, March 23. 📆✅

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

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3 months ago, Communications
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El Paso ISD will be closed on Friday, April 3, for a Spring Holiday. 💐

Stay up to date with important dates by viewing the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

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3 months ago, Communications
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We hope our El Paso ISD community is having a wonderful Spring Break! ☀️

As you enjoy the rest of the week, don’t forget that campuses and district offices will resume regular hours on Monday, March 23. 📆✅

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

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3 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD teacher helping two students
REMINDER: El Paso ISD will be closed during the week of March 16-20 for Spring Break.☀️

We wish our community a safe break! 🌟

Stay up to date with important dates by viewing the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

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3 months ago, Communications
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February was a month of excellence across El Paso ISD campuses! 🌟

Students and staff welcomed Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk and feeder pattern principals during visits that highlighted the outstanding instruction and support happening in every school. 📚🏫✅
4 months ago, Communications
Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk talks with Bowie High School principal in classroom with students
Feeder pattern principals help students during class
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Teacher helps two students with assignment
🌟📚 READY, SET, READ! 📚 🌟

El Paso ISD campuses celebrated Read Across America Week by honoring the creativity and imagination of Dr. Seuss while inspiring students to discover new worlds through reading. 📖

From fun dress-up days to exciting reading sessions, El Paso ISD is committed to promoting literacy and showing our learners that the next great adventure is just a page away! 💫

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #ReadAcrossAmerica
4 months ago, Communications
Students and teacher smile for a photo while wearing Dr. Seuss hats
Students and teacher smile for a group photo while teaching wear the Lorax costume
Two Bowie High School students smile for a photo while holding a sign that says Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss
Whitaker Elementary staff takes a group photo wearing matching thing 1 thing 2 branded shirts that say "Teacher of all Things"
🌟 Daylight Saving Time Begins This Weekend! 🌟

It's time to spring forward this Sunday, March 8, at 2 a.m. ⏰

Don’t forget to set your clocks one hour ahead and enjoy the extra daylight. ☀️

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4 months ago, Communications
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El Paso ISD proudly celebrates Women's History Month and the incredible women who have shaped our past, lead our present, and inspire our future. 🌟

We honor their achievements and the lasting impact they make in our schools, communities, and world. 🌎❤️

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4 months ago, Communications
Purple graphic that says celebrating the women who inspire our future March 2026 Women's History Month
Bobcats Spring Intersession starts next week for students scheduled to attend March 9–13. Cielo Vista Elementary will be closed the following week, March 16–20, for Spring Break. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable break. 🌸
4 months ago, Priscilla Lopez
Spring Break


FIT Friday Changes

Dear Parent(s), Guardian(s), Faculty, and Staff
There is a change in the upcoming Fitness Friday dates for the Spring Semester. The March 27th date has been canceled due to the PBIS celebration. Weather permitting the remaining dates will be April 2nd(Thursday), and May 29th. Parents will need to sign in and show valid identification at the front office. There is a limit of 4 relatives per child. The following is the scheduled times in which the different grade levels will take part in the Fitness Friday program:
If you have any questions about the Fitness Friday program, please feel free to call the front office (915-236-8375). Thank you for your support and participation.

Viernes de Aptitude Física cambios

Estimados Padres, Tutores, Profesores y Personal,
Hay un cambio en las próximas fechas del programa Viernes de Aptitude Física (Fitness Friday). La fecha del 27 de marzo ha sido cancelada debido a la celebración de PBIS. Las fechas restantes serán el 20 de febrero, 2 de abríl (jueves), y el 29 de mayo, mientras que el clima lo permita. Adultos tienen que firmar y mostrar una identificación en la oficina antes de la caminata. Solo se permitará cuatro adultos por estudiante.
Si tiene preguntas sobre el programa de Viernes de Aptitude Física (Fitness Friday), por favor comuniquese a la oficina (915-236-8375). Gracias por su apoyo y participación.

4 months ago, Priscilla Lopez
Bobcat families, come join us right now from 5:00–6:00 PM for an exciting Literacy Night! We have fun activities and games.
4 months ago, Priscilla Lopez
Bobcat families, we can’t wait to welcome you this Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 5:00–6:00 PM for an exciting Family Literacy Night! Join us for a memorable evening of stories, interactive building experiences, and lots of creative fun to share as a family.
4 months ago, Priscilla Lopez
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Literacy Night
REMINDER: Spring Intersession begins next week! ✅

Accelerated instruction for students who are scheduled to attend will take place March 9–13. 📚

El Paso ISD will be closed during the week of March 16-20 for Spring Break. ☀️

To learn more about the Spring Intersession schedule, visit ➡️ www.episd.org/page/spring-intersession
4 months ago, Communications
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