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STARTING NEXT WEEK: COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite vou to ioin the upcoming Community Conversations meetings. View the full schedule > www.episd.ora/ community-conversations
7 months ago, Jessica Pillitteri
community communication
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
7 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
7 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
7 months ago, Communications
Community Conversations graphic of all meeting times, dates, and locations which can be found at www.episd.org/community-conversations
The Coach Archie Duran Comets are making every day count! ✅

We are incredibly proud of our Comets who achieved perfect attendance during the 2nd nine weeks. To celebrate this awesome accomplishment, each student earned a cool Duran beanie! 🌟🧢

Way to show up and shine, #RightHereRightNow!

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
7 months ago, Communications
Duran Elementary School students celebrate perfect attendance with certifications and new campus beanies while taking a group photo
Duran Elementary School students celebrate perfect attendance with certifications and new campus beanies while taking a group photo
Duran Elementary School students celebrate perfect attendance with certifications and new campus beanies while taking a group photo
Duran Elementary School students celebrate perfect attendance with certifications and new campus beanies while taking a group photo
The Coach Archie Duran Comets are making every day count! ✅

We are incredibly proud of our Comets who achieved perfect attendance during the 2nd nine weeks. To celebrate this awesome accomplishment, each student earned a cool Duran beanie! 🌟🧢

Way to show up and shine, #RightHereRightNow!

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
7 months ago, Communications
Duran Elementary School students celebrate perfect attendance with certifications and new campus beanies while taking a group photo
Duran Elementary School students celebrate perfect attendance with certifications and new campus beanies while taking a group photo
Duran Elementary School students celebrate perfect attendance with certifications and new campus beanies while taking a group photo
Duran Elementary School students celebrate perfect attendance with certifications and new campus beanies while taking a group photo
Parents: Anti-Bullying Week is 1/26–1/30. Please see the attached flyer for daily dress-up themes. Thank you for your support!

Padres: La Semana Anti-Bullying es del 1/26 al 1/30. Favor de ver el volante adjunto para los días de vestimenta. ¡Gracias por su apoyo!
7 months ago, Jessica Pillitteri
anti bully week

Parents, Class Picture Day is Fri, 1/23/26. Students must wear their school uniform. Package prices are listed in the images below.. Prepay online: http://hsphoto.hhimagehost.com/DuranElementaryClassPrepay2026EPISD

Padres, el Día de Fotos de Clase es vie, 1/23/26. Los estudiantes deben usar uniforme escolar. Los precios de paquetes están en las imágenes a continuación. Pago en línea: http://hsphoto.hhimagehost.com/DuranElementaryClassPrepay2026EPISD

7 months ago, Jessica Pillitteri
Package B is 20.00 and it has one 8x10 class picture and a Silly Picture
Package A is 15.00 and its a 8x10 class picture
Parents, a letter about our new student ID badge system starting Jan. 21, 2026 is attached. Please review.
Padres, se adjunta una carta sobre el nuevo sistema de gafetes estudiantiles que inicia el 21 de enero de 2026. Favor de revisarla.
7 months ago, Jessica Pillitteri
id badge
id badge

Parents, Class Picture Day is Fri, 1/23/26. Students must wear their school uniform. Package prices are listed in the images below.. Prepay online: http://hsphoto.hhimagehost.com/DuranElementaryClassPrepay2026EPISD

Padres, el Día de Fotos de Clase es vie, 1/23/26. Los estudiantes deben usar uniforme escolar. Los precios de paquetes están en las imágenes a continuación. Pago en línea: http://hsphoto.hhimagehost.com/DuranElementaryClassPrepay2026EPISD

7 months ago, Jessica Pillitteri
Package B is 20.00 and it has one 8x10 class picture and a Silly Picture
Package A is 15.00 and its a 8x10 class picture

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

7 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
8 months ago, Communications
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Jan. 19 No school for students District will be closed
Please click on the link below for our January Newsletter
https://app.smore.com/n/wuep4

Por favor, haga clic en el enlace a continuación para nuestro boletín de enero
https://app.smore.com/n/8kzr0
8 months ago, Ms. Montes, Principal
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
8 months ago, Communications
Welcome Back graphic with a student in a cowboy hat smiling
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
8 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
8 months ago, Communications
Teacher and student celebrating in the classroom after they get correct answer
🌟 January is School Board Recognition Month! 🌟

We proudly honor our dedicated El Paso ISD Board of Trustees, whose leadership champions student success and fosters excellence across our district. 🏫📚

Thank you for your continued service and commitment to El Paso ISD! ❤️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
8 months ago, Communications
Our future is public School Board Recognition Month January 2026 Leah Hanany President Dr. Jack Loveridge Vice President Alex Cullar Secretary Mindy Sutton Trustee Robert Osterland Trustee Valerie Ganelon Beals Trustee Daniel E. Call Trustee
🌟🎄HAPPY HOLIDAYS, EL PASO ISD! 🎄🌟

El Paso ISD will be closed for Holiday Break from December 22 through January 2. ☃️❄️

District offices will resume regular hours on Monday, January 5, 2026, and students will return to the classroom on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. 🏫📚

We wish our community a safe and joyful break! ❤️

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
8 months ago, Communications
Happy Holidays! District Closed Dec. 22-Jan. 2 students return Jan. 7
Reminder: Today is an early release. Students dismiss at 12:00 PM. Please pick up your child on time at 12:00 PM. Thank you.

Recordatorio: Hoy es salida temprana. Los estudiantes salen a las 12:00 PM. Por favor, recoja a su hijo(a) puntualmente. Gracias.
8 months ago, Jessica Pillitteri
Winter break
Vacaciones de invierno
Early Release on 12/19/25 at 12:00 PM. Please make plans to pick up students as soon as possible. We appreciate your cooperation.

Salida temprana el 12/19/25 a las 12:00 PM. Por favor, haga planes para recoger a los estudiantes puntualmente. Gracias por su apoyo.
8 months ago, Jessica Pillitteri
Winter Break
Winter Break Spanish