Douglass Families:
Parent-Teacher Conferences are Tuesday, Feb. 3.
➡️ Early dismissal at 12:00 PM
➡️ Conferences from 1:00–6:00 PM

Please sign up with your child’s teacher to secure your time.

Grades 3–5: Teachers will review important information about TELPAS, STAAR, and mandatory tutoring.

📚 Tutoring Information:
Students have been identified as needing mandatory tutoring. Teachers will provide permission slips during Parent-Teacher Conferences.
If you do not attend the conference, the permission slip will be sent home with your student, and a conference with Principal Corral will be scheduled.

Tutoring will be after school until 5:00 PM through April. Attendance is required for identified students.

🚨 Mandatory Parent Meeting (Grades 3–5):
Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 4pm – required for all parents with students in grades 3–5.

Thank you for your partnership.
— Douglass Elementary

📲 Mensaje de Texto – Español

Familias de Douglass:
Las Conferencias de Padres y Maestros son el martes 3 de febrero.
➡️ Salida temprana a las 12:00 PM
➡️ Conferencias de 1:00–6:00 PM

Por favor regístrese con el/la maestro(a) de su hijo(a).

Grados 3–5: Los maestros compartirán información importante sobre TELPAS, STAAR y tutorías obligatorias.

📚 Información sobre Tutoría:
Algunos estudiantes han sido identificados para recibir tutoría obligatoria. Los maestros entregarán los permisos durante las Conferencias de Padres y Maestros.
Si no puede asistir a la conferencia, el permiso será enviado a casa con su hijo(a) y se programará una conferencia con la Directora Corral.

La tutoría será después de clases hasta las 5:00 PM y continuará hasta abril.

🚨 Reunión Obligatoria para Padres (Grados 3–5):
Martes 10 de febrero a las 4 pm– asistencia requerida. Más información próximamente.

Gracias por su apoyo.
— Escuela Primaria Douglass
5 months ago, Michelle Corral
🌟 National School Counseling Week 🌟

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
5 months ago, Communications
National School Counseling Week Feb. 2-6, 2026
🌟Community Conversations Survey 🌟

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
5 months ago, Communications
Community Conversations Community Survey graphic
CLOSING SOON: Unidos Games Logo Contest 🎨

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
5 months 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"
February is Black History Month. 💛❤️🖤

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
5 months ago, Communications
Black History Month
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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months 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
🌟 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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months 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.
📣 Parent-Teacher Conferences – Early Dismissal Dear Douglass Families, This is a reminder that we will have early dismissal at 12:00 p.m. on Parent-Teacher Conference Day. 🕛 Students will be dismissed at noon 🕐 Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place from 1:00–6:00 p.m. We look forward to meeting with you to discuss your child’s progress and ways we can continue working together to support their learning. Thank you for your continued partnership. — Ms. Corral 📣 Conferencias de Padres y Maestros – Salida Temprana Estimadas familias de Douglass, Les recordamos que tendremos salida temprana a las 12:00 p.m. el día de Conferencias de Padres y Maestros. 🕛 Los estudiantes saldrán a las 12:00 p.m. 🕐 Las conferencias se llevarán a cabo de 1:00–6:00 p.m. Esperamos contar con su asistencia para conversar sobre el progreso de su hijo(a) y continuar trabajando juntos para apoyar su aprendizaje. Gracias por su apoyo continuo. — Ms. Corral
5 months ago, Michelle Corral
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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months 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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months 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"
🌟 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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months ago, Communications
Community Conversations graphic of all meeting times, dates, and locations which can be found at www.episd.org/community-conversations
Good afternoon Douglass families, Due to the delayed start tomorrow, the Terrific Dragon Ceremony scheduled for tomorrow has been canceled. The ceremony will be rescheduled for a later date, and we will share that information with you very soon. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. — Principal Corral Buenas tardes familias de Douglass, Debido al inicio retrasado de mañana, la Ceremonia de Terrific Dragon programada para mañana ha sido cancelada. La ceremonia será reprogramada para una fecha posterior, y les compartiremos esa información muy pronto. Gracias por su comprensión y apoyo continuo. — Directora Corral
5 months ago, Michelle Corral
Good afternoon Douglass families, Due to freezing temperatures and possible icy road conditions, EPISD schools will have a two-hour delayed start tomorrow, Monday, January 26. 🕘 All students, including Pre-K 3, will report to school two hours later than their normal start time. 🚌 Transportation and breakfast will follow the delayed schedule. Please continue to monitor district communication for any updates. Thank you for your continued support and for helping us keep our students and staff safe. 💙 — Principal Corral
5 months ago, Michelle Corral
Buenas tardes familias de Douglass, Debido a las bajas temperaturas y la posibilidad de carreteras congeladas, las escuelas de EPISD tendrán un inicio retrasado de dos horas mañana, lunes 26 de enero. 🕘 Todos los estudiantes, incluyendo Pre-K 3, deberán llegar a la escuela dos horas después de su horario normal. 🚌 El transporte y el desayuno escolar seguirán el horario retrasado. Por favor continúen atentos a los mensajes del distrito para cualquier actualización. Gracias por su apoyo y por ayudarnos a mantener seguros a nuestros estudiantes y personal. 💙 — Directora Corral
5 months ago, Michelle Corral

The El Paso ISD family proudly honors the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. and his enduring impact on justice, equality, and peace.

This January 19 marks 40 years of celebrating MLK Day as a federal holiday; we continue to be inspired by his efforts to make the American dream a reality for so many more. 

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MLK #MLKDay

5 months ago, Communications
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Jan. 19 No school for students District will be closed
El Paso ISD will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. 🌟

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MLK #MLKDAY
6 months ago, Communications
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Jan. 19 No school for students District will be closed
Welcome back, El Paso ISD students! 🌟

We hope you had a restful and joyful holiday break. ❄️☃️

As we begin the new year, let’s come back focused, ready to succeed, and committed to being #RightHereRightNow! ✅

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
6 months ago, Communications
Welcome Back graphic with a student in a cowboy hat smiling
Good morning, Douglass Elementary families! 🌟 School starts today and we can’t wait to welcome our students back. See you soon! 💙🐉 ¡Buenos días, familias de la Escuela Primaria Douglass! 🌟 Hoy comienza la escuela y estamos muy emocionados de dar la bienvenida nuevamente a nuestros estudiantes. ¡Nos vemos pronto! 💙🐉
6 months ago, Michelle Corral
SEE YOU TOMORROW, EL PASO ISD! 🌟

We're excited to welcome back our amazing students from Holiday Break ☃️❄️ on Wednesday, Jan. 7. 🏫📚

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
6 months ago, Communications
Mom and daughter take a photo in front of Whitaker Elementary School before school begins
We hope our students and staff are having an amazing break! 🌟

Just a friendly reminder that El Paso ISD will resume regular hours on Monday, January 5, 2026, and students will return to the classroom on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. 🏫📚

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
6 months ago, Communications
Teacher and student celebrating in the classroom after they get correct answer