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

Our El Paso ISD students, principals, and staff need you #RightHereRightNow to vote for your favorite Something Good Attendance Challenge finalist! ✅

Cast your vote here ➡️ www.episd.org/righthererightnow

Voting is unlimited and open through Friday, April 24. 🗳️

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🌟Happy Volunteer Recognition Day! 🌟

El Paso ISD is grateful for the incredible volunteers who uplift our schools and help our community thrive! 📚👏

Thank you for being an essential part of the El Paso ISD family. ❤️

Want to make a lasting impact? Join our Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS) program! ✅

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/volunteer

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🌟🏆 SOMETHING GOOD ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE 🌟🏆

El Paso ISD students, principals, and staff shared meaningful school moments that celebrate connection, joy, and the importance of being present every day. 📚❤️

Help us crown a champion by voting for your favorite finalist! ➡️ www.episd.org/righthererightnow

Voting is open through Friday, April 24. 🗳️✅

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¡Los estudiantes de Douglass están muy emocionados por ganar su Mascota de Escritorio! 🐾 Complete el registro de su estudiante para el próximo año escolar para ganar una. Si aún necesita terminar, envíe o traiga su comprobante de domicilio. ¿Necesita ayuda? Visite la oficina de 7:30–4:30. ¡No se quede fuera! 🐉

Douglass students are excited to earn their Desk Pets! 🐾 Complete your child’s registration for next school year to earn one. If you still need to finish, please send or bring your proof of residence. Need help? Visit the office 7:30–4:30. Don’t miss out! 🐉

Have you registered yet? ✅

El Paso ISD welcomes new and returning families to register for the 2026-27 school year. 📚🏫

Secure your child's spot today! ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

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🌟 HAPPENING TOMORROW 🌟

El Paso ISD employees are invited to join us at the Employee Health Fair for access to vaccines, physicals, giveaways, and more! 🩺

🗓️ Saturday, April 18
⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Professional Development Center (PDC) | 6500-K Boeing Dr
✅ Bring your insurance card and ID

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/healthyliving

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WNBA All-Star 🏀 | Irvin Rocket Alum 🚀 | Proud El Paso ISD Graduate🌟

Kayla Thornton’s journey is filled with standout achievements on and off the court. Despite her busy professional schedule, she continues to give back to her community, sharing her passion for hard work, resilience, and chasing your dreams. 💪💫

We’re proud to celebrate alumni like Kayla and the impact they continue to make.

Watch here ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1GqJJB3X4H/

Come be part of the El Paso ISD family and enroll today at www.episd.org/why-us ✅

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💜 PURPLE UP DAY! 💜

El Paso ISD showed up strong in purple to honor and support our military-connected students and families! 🌟

We’re grateful for our military community and proudly stand with those who serve. 🇺🇸

Learn more about our military support ➡️ www.episd.org/militaryengagement

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Good morning Douglass Families! ☀️ Today our 5th grade Dragons are taking the STAAR Science test. 🐉🔬 We are proud of how hard they have worked and know they will do their best. 5th graders — you’ve got this! We believe in you! –Principal Corral

Buenos días familias de Douglass! ☀️ Hoy nuestros Dragones de 5º grado presentan el examen STAAR de Ciencias. 🐉🔬 Estamos muy orgullosos de todo el esfuerzo que han hecho y sabemos que darán lo mejor de sí. ¡5º grado — ustedes pueden! ¡Creemos en ustedes! –Directora Corral

5º grado de Douglass mañana en el examen STAAR de Ciencias! 🐉🔬

Good luck to our 5th grade Douglass Dragons tomorrow on the STAAR Science test! 🐉🔬 Please help your child be ready by making sure they get a good night’s sleep, eat breakfast, and arrive to school on time. No backpacks tomorrow. We believe in our Dragons! 💚 Principal Corral

¡Buena suerte a nuestros Dragones de 5º grado de Douglass mañana en el examen STAAR de Ciencias! 🐉🔬 Por favor ayude a su estudiante a estar listo: dormir bien, desayunar y llegar a tiempo. No mochilas mañana. ¡Creemos en nuestros Dragones! 💚 –Directora Corral

🌟HAPPENING TODAY! 🌟

Join us for Pre-K Enrollment Day at the El Paso Zoo! ✅

Enjoy a fun day with the family while exploring El Paso ISD’s early childhood programs and discover how we prepare young learners for success. 📚👏

See you there!
⏰ 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
📆 Saturday, April 11
🎟 Free Admission: 1 Parent + 2 Children (One child must be 3 or 4 years old.)
📍4001 E. Paisano

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

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As National Assistant Principals Week comes to a close, we’re proud to recognize our incredible APs for the dedication, leadership, and passion they bring to our El Paso ISD community every single day. ❤️🌟

Watch here ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17qPgJcytJ/

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HAPPENING TOMORROW: EL PASO ISD JOB FAIR 🌟

Build your career at El Paso ISD! ✅ We're hiring for positions in Maintenance, Custodial, Transportation and Food and Nutrition Services.

⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
📆 Saturday, April 11
📍 Delta Operations Center, 1905 Delta Dr
✅ Bring your resume & be ready to interview

Can’t make it? Join us at our upcoming job fairs:
⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
📆 Saturday, April 25
📍 Murphree PK-8, 499 Cabaret Dr

⏰ 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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Have you registered yet? ✅

El Paso ISD registration for the 2026-27 school year is NOW OPEN! 🎊

Secure your spot today! ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

Need help? Call our Family Help Desk at 915-230-2581 ☎️

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Starting today! Join us for four magical evenings celebrating the joy of reading at the Borderland Biliteracy Family Project events! 📖✅

Families of emergent bilingual students are invited to support their child’s literacy journey in both English and Spanish. 🌟

Enjoy interactive activities, learn practical strategies, and connect with local community resources and programs that help students grow as confident readers and writers. 📚👏

Upcoming Events:
⏰ 5-7 p.m.
📆 Friday, April 10 at Polk Elementary
📆 Tuesday, April 28 at El Paso High School
📆 Thursday, April 30 at Duran Elementary
📆 Wednesday, May 13 at Cooley Elementary

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