📢 Important NWEA MAPs MOY Testing Message for All Douglass Families Dear Douglass Families, This week, our students will begin taking their NWEA MAP Reading assessments. These tests are very important because they help us understand how your child is performing and allow us to provide the right support here at school. Please make sure your child is: • At school every day • Arriving on time • Well-rested • Ready for breakfast (available daily at school) 📅 MAP Reading Testing Schedule – This Week Tuesday, December 2 • Kindergarten • 5th Grade Wednesday, December 3 • 2nd Grade • 3rd Grade Thursday, December 4 • 1st Grade • 4th Grade • AIM Classes We will share next week’s MAP testing schedule with all families by the end of this week. Thank you for your partnership and support! Warmly, Michelle S. Corral Principal, Douglass Elementary 🐉💚 📢 Mensaje Importante Sobre los Exámenes NWEA MAP MOY Queridas familias de Douglass, Esta semana, nuestros estudiantes comenzarán a tomar sus evaluaciones NWEA MAP de Lectura. Estas pruebas son muy importantes porque nos ayudan a entender el nivel académico de su hijo(a) y nos permiten ofrecer el apoyo adecuado en la escuela. Por favor asegúrese de que su hijo(a): • Asista todos los días • Llegue a tiempo • Descanse bien • Desayune (la escuela provee desayuno diariamente) 📅 Calendario de Exámenes MAP de Lectura – Esta Semana Martes, 2 de diciembre • Kinder • 5to Grado Miércoles, 3 de diciembre • 2do Grado • 3er Grado Jueves, 4 de diciembre • 1er Grado • 4to Grado • Clases AIM Compartiremos el calendario de exámenes de la próxima semana con todas las familias al final de esta semana. Gracias por su apoyo constante. Con agradecimiento, Michelle S. Corral Directora, Douglass Elementary 🐉💚
2 months ago, Michelle Corral
📢 Important NWEA MAPs Testing Message for All Douglass Families Dear Douglass Families, This week, our students will begin taking their NWEA MAP Reading assessments. These tests are very important because they help us understand how your child is performing and allow us to provide the right support here at school. Please make sure your child is: • At school every day • Arriving on time • Well-rested • Ready for breakfast (available daily at school) 📅 MAP Reading Testing Schedule – This Week Tuesday, December 2 • Kindergarten • 5th Grade Wednesday, December 3 • 2nd Grade • 3rd Grade Thursday, December 4 • 1st Grade • 4th Grade • AIM Classes We will share next week’s MAP testing schedule with all families by the end of this week. Thank you for your partnership and support! Warmly, Michelle S. Corral Principal, Douglass Elementary 🐉💚 ⸻ 📢 Mensaje Importante Sobre los Exámenes MAP Queridas familias de Douglass, Esta semana, nuestros estudiantes comenzarán a tomar sus evaluaciones NWEA MAP de Lectura. Estas pruebas son muy importantes porque nos ayudan a entender el nivel académico de su hijo(a) y nos permiten ofrecer el apoyo adecuado en la escuela. Por favor asegúrese de que su hijo(a): • Asista todos los días • Llegue a tiempo • Descanse bien • Desayune (la escuela provee desayuno diariamente) 📅 Calendario de Exámenes MAP de Lectura – Esta Semana Martes, 2 de diciembre • Kinder • 5to Grado Miércoles, 3 de diciembre • 2do Grado • 3er Grado Jueves, 4 de diciembre • 1er Grado • 4to Grado • Clases AIM Compartiremos el calendario de exámenes de la próxima semana con todas las familias al final de esta semana. Gracias por su apoyo constante. Con agradecimiento, Michelle S. Corral Directora, Douglass Elementary 🐉💚
2 months ago, Michelle Corral
Douglass Holiday Showcase begins on Tuesday! Check for your student's performance day and time.
2 months ago, Michelle Corral
🌟 Welcome back, El Paso ISD! 🌟

We hope you had a joyful Thanksgiving break! 🦃🧡

As we return to school, let’s be #RightHereRightNow by showing up, staying engaged, and making every moment count! ✅

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2 months ago, Communications
Wiggs middle school cheerleaders
REMINDER: School Returns Tomorrow! 🌟

We're excited to welcome back our students and staff from Thanksgiving Break on Monday, Dec. 1. ✅

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

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2 months ago, Communications
Navarrete Middle School teacher teaching during class
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 🦃🧡

We are so thankful for our amazing El Paso ISD community! 🌟 May your Thanksgiving be filled with joy and gratitude. ❤️

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2 months ago, Communications
Parents take photo at thanksgiving luncheon with their daughter
Hi Douglass Families! 🦃🍁 El Barrio Sports Club is hosting a FREE Thanksgiving Meal for the community! 📅 Thursday, November 27, 2025 ⏰ Noon–3 PM 📍 Barrio Park – 3001 Findley Ave, El Paso, TX 79905 For more info, contact: Cruz Morales Jr. – 915-355-0431 Hola familias de Douglass 🦃🍁 El Barrio Sports Club está ofreciendo una Comida GRATUITA de Acción de Gracias para la comunidad. 📅 Jueves, 27 de noviembre de 2025 ⏰ 12 PM – 3 PM 📍 Barrio Park – 3001 Findley Ave, El Paso, TX 79905 Para más información: Cruz Morales Jr. – 915-355-0431
2 months ago, Michelle Corral
🌟🏃‍♀️ COME RUN WITH US! 🏃‍♂️🌟

Lace up for the El Paso ISD Education Foundation 5K & 1-Mile Walk and enjoy a morning of fitness, family fun, and community spirit! 🌟

⏰ 8 a.m. start
📅 Saturday, Dec. 6
📍 Burges High School | 7800 Edgemere Blvd.

Sign up here ➡️ bit.ly/EF5K_25

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2 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Education Foundation Fast Track to the Future 5K Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Burges High School 7800 Edgemere Blvd El Paso, Texas 79925. Only $25 for runners and $20 for walkers! Lace up for the EPISD Education Foundation 5K & 1-Mile Walk - fun for the whole family and all for a great cause: our students!
At their November meeting, the Superintendent Teacher Advisory Council gathered to share ideas and explore innovative ways to support our teachers and students.

By collaborating with our educators, we’re building even greater opportunities for student success! 🌟

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3 months ago, Communications
Teachers smiling
Liza rodriguez gives speech
EPISD staff giving a presentation
With amazing community support and everyone showing up #RightHereRightNow, we’re thrilled to announce Franklin High School as our High School Champions in the Principal Attendance Challenge! 🏆🌟

GO, COUGS!!! 🐾💜🖤

Show your support for Franklin by dropping "COUGAR POWERHOUSE" in the comments! 👏🎊

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3 months ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge high school winner Franklin
You voted.🗳️ You showed up. ✅ And now we proudly crown Guillen Middle School as our Middle School/PK-8 Champion in the Principal Attendance Challenge! 🏆🌟

WAY TO GO, GRIZZLIES! 🐻🤍

Send your congratulations in the comments below! 👏🎊

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3 months ago, Communications
Principal attendance challenge middle school/pk8 winner guillen
After thousands of votes, creative productions, and school attendance average, we’re proud to crown our Elementary Champion in the Principal Attendance Challenge! 👑🌟

Congratulations to...Polk Elementary School! 🏆🎊

LET'S HEAR IT FOR OUR POLK PANTHERS!! 🐾❤️ Drop a "👏" in the comments below!

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3 months ago, Communications
Principal attendance challenge elementary school polk
Our El Paso ISD community showed up #RightHereRightNow! 🎉

More than 10,000 votes poured in for the Principal Attendance Challenge. 🗳️

👀👑 Stay tuned...the winning campuses will be revealed soon! 🌟

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3 months ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge 10,145 votes cast!!!
We hope our El Paso ISD community is enjoying Thanksgiving Break! ❤️

We look forward to seeing everyone back at our district offices and campuses on Monday, Dec. 1. 🌟

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

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3 months ago, Communications
Five YWA students smile for group photo
El Paso ISD will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from November 24-28. 🦃🌟

We wish our students, staff, and community a safe and joyful break! 🧡

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

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3 months ago, Communications
Happy Thanksgiving District Closed November 24-28
📢 Douglass Families — Early Dismissal Today! This is a reminder that all students at Douglass Elementary will be dismissed early today at 12:00 p.m. (noon). This is an early dismissal day for both students and staff. Please make sure your child is picked up on time: • 🚗 Car riders: Please arrive promptly at 12:00 p.m. • 🚌 Bus riders: Ensure someone is at the drop-off location on time. • 🏫 Daycare riders: Please notify your child’s daycare so they can adjust pick-up times. We wish all of our families a very Happy Thanksgiving! We will see everyone back on Monday, December 1st. 📢 Familias de Douglass — ¡Salida Temprana Hoy! Este es un recordatorio de que todos los estudiantes de Douglass Elementary saldrán temprano hoy a las 12:00 p.m. (mediodía). Hoy es un día de salida temprana para estudiantes y personal. Por favor asegúrese de que su hijo sea recogido a tiempo: • 🚗 Estudiantes que van en carro: Lleguen puntualmente a las 12:00 p.m. • 🚌 Estudiantes que van en autobús: Asegúrense de que alguien esté en el lugar de entrega a tiempo. • 🏫 Estudiantes que van a guardería: Notifiquen a la guardería para que ajusten la hora de recogida. ¡Les deseamos un muy Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias! Nos vemos de nuevo el lunes, 1 de diciembre.
3 months ago, Michelle Corral
A big thank you to our incredible El Paso ISD Food & Nutrition Services team, students, staff, and community partners for serving up delicious Thanksgiving meals across the district! 🦃🌟

Thank you for creating a memorable and meaningful experience for our families. ❤️

More photos ➡️ bit.ly/Thanksgiving_25

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3 months ago, Communications
Barron Elementary food and nutrition staff
El Paso Police Department helps serve Thanksgiving meals at Charles Middle School
Navarette Middle School army community members help serve Thanskgiving luncheons
Burges JROTC students help serve Thanksgiving luncheons
Transportation Department helping serve the Thanksgiving luncheon at Milam Elementary School
🌟 LAST CHANCE! 🌟

Don't forget to vote for your favorite Principal Attendance Challenge video! 🙌

🗳️ Vote for your favorite finalist here! ➡️ www.episd.org/page/principalattendancechallenge

Voting is open through Friday, Nov. 21. ✅

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3 months ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge
REMINDER: EARLY RELEASE THIS FRIDAY 🌟

El Paso ISD students will have early release Friday, Nov. 21. ✅

Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.

Find the early release schedule here ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

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3 months ago, Communications
Early Release for students
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize students, staff, and community members for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on November 18, 2025, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

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3 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Andress High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Coronado High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured El Paso High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Franklin High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Irvin High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize one of our own school nurses for earning top statewide honors.🌟 Congratulations to Yvonne Guerrero from Canyon Hills Middle School on being named the 2025 Texas School Nurse of the Year by the Texas School Nurse Organization. 🎊 We are incredibly proud of you!👏❤️
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize Southwest University for their partnership and their generous commitment of $500,000 to the El Paso ISD Education Foundation in support of scholarships for El Paso ISD students who attend Southwest University.🌟 Thank you, Southwest University, for championing student success in our community.❤
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were excited to recognize our students’ success at this year’s KTSM Weather Fest.⛅ We’re incredibly proud of Franklin High School for earning Best Overall High School Project and of Austin High School for taking home the Ultimate Weather Warrior Award. 🏆🌟(pictured Franklin High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were excited to recognize our students’ success at this year’s KTSM Weather Fest.⛅ We’re incredibly proud of Franklin High School for earning Best Overall High School Project and of Austin High School for taking home the Ultimate Weather Warrior Award. 🏆🌟 (pictured Austin High School)