Happening Next Week: Borderland Biliteracy Family Project 📖🌟

We’re welcoming families of emergent bilingual students to explore interactive activities and community resources that help students strengthen their reading and writing skills. 📚✅

Upcoming Events:
⏰ 5-7 p.m.
📆 Tuesday, April 28 at El Paso High School
📆 Thursday, April 30 at Duran Elementary
📆 Wednesday, May 13 at Cooley Elementary

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7 days ago, Communications
Graphic with family reading a book together with spanish text that says Acompanenos con su familia a disfrutar de una tarde especial llena de lectura proyecto de alfabetizacion bilingue en la frontera. El primero en llegar es el primero en ser atendido. Una mochila llena de libros! Colaboracion con Billingualism Matters. Solamente para estudiantes bilingues emergentes!
Graphic with family reading a book together with text that says Join us for magical evenings celebrating the joy of reading Borderland Biliteracy Family Project. First come, first serve backpack full of books! Partnership with Billingualism Matters. For emergent bilingual students only
Douglass Elementary: Desk Pets are coming! 🐾 Next distribution is Thurs & Fri morning. Students must be fully registered to receive one and join Friday activities. Register today—don’t forget proof of residence! Visit us 7:30–4:30. 🐉
7 days ago, Michelle Corral
Douglass Elementary: ¡Llegan las Mascotas de Escritorio! 🐾 Próxima entrega jueves y viernes por la mañana. Deben estar completamente registrados para recibir una y participar el viernes. Regístrese hoy—no olvide el comprobante de domicilio. 7:30–4:30. 🐉 https://elpasoisd.erp.frontlineeducation.com/registration/#!login
7 days ago, Michelle Corral
Buenos días familias de Douglass. Hoy nuestros Dragones de 3.º grado presentarán el examen STAAR de matemáticas. Anime a su hijo(a) a mantener la calma, tomarse su tiempo y demostrar lo que sabe. 🐉 ¡Creemos en nuestros Dragones—sí pueden! — Directora Corral
7 days ago, Michelle Corral
Good morning Douglass families. Today our 3rd Grade Dragons will take the STAAR Math test. Encourage your child to stay calm, take their time, and show what they know. 🐉 We believe in our Dragons—they’ve got this! — Principal Corral
7 days ago, Michelle Corral
Familias de Douglass: Mañana nuestros Dragones de 3.º grado presentarán el examen STAAR de matemáticas. Por favor ayude a su hijo(a) a prepararse asegurándose de que duerma bien esta noche y esté listo para dar lo mejor de sí. 🐉 ¡Creemos en nuestros Dragones—están listos para demostrar lo que saben! — Directora Corral
7 days ago, Michelle Corral
Douglass Families: Tomorrow our 3rd Grade Dragons will take the STAAR Math assessment. Please help your child prepare by ensuring they get a good night’s rest and are ready to do their best. 🐉 We believe in our Dragons—they are ready to show what they know! — Principal Corral
7 days ago, Michelle Corral
Only a few days left to vote in the Something Good Attendance Challenge! ✅

Support your favorite finalist and cast your vote today! ➡️ www.episd.org/righthererightnow

Voting is open through Friday, April 24. 🗳️

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7 days ago, Communications
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Science Starts With Us! ✅

El Paso ISD students brought science to life at the El Paso Science Festival, proudly showcasing the excellence of the district’s science programs. 📚🔬

Through engaging demonstrations and hands-on learning, our students shared how these programs build curiosity, strengthen skills, and prepare learners to thrive in college and future careers. 🌟

Learn more about El Paso ISD ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

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8 days ago, Communications
Student wears goggles and lab coat while holding empty soda bottle with rocks while smiling for a photo in front of their science project that says Making It Clear! A DIY Water Filtration System
High School students gives young child a bowl to prepare for science experiment
Jefferson Silva students puts stethoscope on young child so he can listen to his heartbeat
Don Haskins student presents project to two community members
El Paso ISD proudly celebrates Administrative Professionals Day! 🌟

Thank you for your dedication and the countless ways you support our students, staff, and community each day. 📚🏫❤️

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8 days ago, Communications
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Good morning Douglass families. Today our 4th Grade Dragons will take the STAAR Math test. Encourage your child to stay calm, take their time, and show what they know. Thank you for helping students arrive on time and ready to do their best. 🐉 Let’s go Douglass Dragons! — Principal Corral
8 days ago, Michelle Corral
Buenos días familias de Douglass. Hoy nuestros Dragones de 4.º grado presentarán el examen STAAR de matemáticas. Anime a su hijo(a) a mantener la calma, tomarse su tiempo y demostrar lo que sabe. Gracias por ayudar a que los estudiantes lleguen a tiempo y listos para dar lo mejor de sí. 🐉 ¡Vamos Dragones de Douglass! — Directora Corral
8 days ago, Michelle Corral
Familias de Douglass, Mañana nuestros Dragones de 4.º grado presentarán el examen STAAR de matemáticas. Nuestros estudiantes han trabajado muy duro durante todo el año y estamos muy orgullosos de su progreso. Mañana es su oportunidad de demostrar lo que saben. Por favor ayude a su hijo(a) a prepararse para un buen día de examen: ✔ dormir bien esta noche ✔ llegar a la escuela a tiempo ✔ desayunar ✔ recordar que no se permiten mochilas el día del examen 🐉 ¡Creemos en nuestros Dragones! — Directora Corral
8 days ago, Michelle Corral
Douglass Families, Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 22nd, our 4th Grade Dragons will take the STAAR Math assessment. Our students have worked hard all year and we are proud of their growth. Tomorrow is their opportunity to show what they know. Please help your child prepare for a successful testing day by ensuring they: ✔ get a good night’s rest ✔ arrive to school on time ✔ eat breakfast ✔ remember that no backpacks are allowed on testing day 🐉 We believe in our Dragons! — Principal Michelle Corral
8 days ago, Michelle Corral
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize students for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on April 21, 2026, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

More photos ➡ https://episdphotos.smugmug.com/April-2026-El-Paso-ISD-Board-of-Trustees-meeting

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8 days ago, Communications
During a recent Board Meeting, students Isaac Del Toro and Franco Hernandez from MacArthur PK-8, along with Ivanna Cho from Chapin High School, read a special proclamation recognizing the strength, resilience, and contributions of military children and families in El Paso ISD. 💜
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize our talented student winners of the Unidos Games Logo Design Competition. Since March 2018, the annual Unidos Games provides El Paso ISD students with disabilities an opportunity to showcase their incredible athletic abilities. Congratulations to Alondra Iniguez from Jefferson Silva High School and Isabela Shiel from Franklin High School, whose designs beautifully captured the spirit of the Unidos Games and have inspired the new logo for the games! 🌟
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize our standout basketball teams for their relentless drive and competitive spirit this season. 🏀🏆 Congratulations to Bowie, Chapin, and Franklin on earning Bi-District Champion titles, and to Andress and Burges for claiming the Area Champions title, with Burges making an impressive run to the Elite 8. 🌟
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize our outstanding mariachi programs for showcasing their talent at the 2026 UIL State Mariachi Festival. 🎻🎶 Congratulations to Austin, Chapin, Coronado, Franklin, and Jefferson Silva High Schools on this remarkable achievement. 🌟
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize outstanding Academic Decathlon students from Coronado and Burges High Schools. 🌟 The Texas Academic Decathlon is a rigorous statewide competition that challenges high school students across multiple disciplines, and our students rose to the top with first-place finishes. Congratulations on this exceptional achievement! 👏
Don't miss out on this week's El Paso ISD Job Fair! ✅

We're hiring for positions in Maintenance, Custodial, Transportation, and Food and Nutrition Services.🌟

⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
📆 Saturday, April 25
📍 Murphree PK-8, 499 Cabaret Dr
✅ Bring your resume & be ready to interview

Can’t make it? Join us at our next job fair or apply online:
⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
📆 Saturday, May 2
📍 Chapin High School, 7000 Dyer St
🌐 Join Our Team ➡️ www.episd.org/jobs

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9 days ago, Communications
Graphic with staff smiling for a group photo in front of buses with text that says in spanish Puestos disponibles en mantenimiento, limpieza, transporte y servicious de alimentacion! Sabado, April 11, Delta Ops Center 1905 Delta DR, 79905 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sabado, April 25 Murphree PK 8 499 Cabaret DR 79912 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sabado, May 2 Chapin High School 7000 Dyer ST, 79904 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. large font that says El Paso ISD Feria De Empleo Unete al equipo hoy mismo! episd.org/jobs
Graphic with El Paso ISD staff smiling for a group photo with text that says Maintenance, custodial, transportation, & food services positions available! Sat, April 11, Delta Ops Center 1905 Delta DR, 79905 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat, April 25 Murphree PK 8 499 Cabaret DR 79912 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat, May 2 Chapin High School 7000 Dyer ST, 79904 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. large font that says El Paso ISD Job Fair Join the team today! episd.org/jobs
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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9 days ago, Communications
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Best of luck to our Dragons on the G5 Math STAAR, today! ¡Mucha suerte a nuestros Dragones en el G5 Math STAAR, hoy!
9 days ago, Michelle Corral
🐉 ¡Dragones, demuestren lo que saben! Esta semana en Douglass Elementary nuestros estudiantes de 3.º, 4.º y 5.º grado presentarán el examen STAAR de Matemáticas. 📅 Martes – 5.º grado 📅 Miércoles – 4.º grado 📅 Jueves – 3.º grado Asegúrese de que los estudiantes lleguen a tiempo, desayunen y no traigan mochilas en los días de examen. Estamos muy orgullosos de nuestros estudiantes. 🐉 ¡Vamos Dragones de Douglass! — Directora Corral
9 days ago, Michelle Corral
Douglass Families: This week our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students will take the STAAR Math test. 📅 Tuesday – Grade 5 📅 Wednesday – Grade 4 📅 Thursday – Grade 3 Please make sure students: ✔ arrive on time ✔ eat breakfast ✔ do not bring backpacks 🐉 Let’s go Douglass Dragons! — Principal Corral
9 days ago, Michelle Corral