🌟EARLY RELEASE THIS FRIDAY! 🌟

El Paso ISD will have early release Friday, Dec. 19. ✅

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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🏃‍♀️ FAST TRACK FUN! 🏃‍♂️

A huge thank you to our incredible community for coming out and supporting the El Paso ISD Education Foundation at the Fast Track to the Future 5K! 🌟

Your energy helped us go the extra mile and made the event a great success. ❤️

More photos ➡️ bit.ly/5K_1208

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If you are have a student at El Paso High, Wiggs Middle School, Lamar Elementary, Mesita Elementary or Mesita ECDC, you are welcome to register your name and contact information so that we may contact you to confirm our next food pantry availability within the next two weeks, vefore our winter break. Please scan the QR Code to register today or email Mia Alvarado at mzalvara@episd.org or Angie Reed at amreed@episd.org
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Si tiene un estudiante en la Preparatoria El Paso, la Escuela Intermedia Wiggs, la Primaria Lamar, la Primaria Mesita o el ECDC de Mesita, le invitamos a registrar su nombre e información de contacto para que podamos contactarlo y confirmar la disponibilidad de nuestra próxima despensa de alimentos en las próximas dos semanas, antes de las vacaciones de invierno. Escanee el código QR para registrarse hoy o envíe un correo electrónico a Mia Alvarado a mzalvara@episd.org o a Angie Reed a amreed@episd.org.

Attention parents or guardians of Students with Disabilities:
Students and parents can learn more about El Paso Community College and the educational opportunities offered at our 5 campuses. Hosted by Center for Students with Disabilities.
EPCC College Day, Saturday, February 28th, 2026 at the Valle Verde campus. This is for all students who fall under an IEP, ARD, 504 plan, or SPED.
Event information:
WHAT: EPCC College Day
DATE: Saturday, February 28, 2026
TIME: 8:15 am to 11 am
LOCATION: AST 150 Flexitorium
CAMPUS: Valle Verde
ADDRESS: 919 Hunter Dr, 79915
*For more information or questions, please contact:
John Estrada
CSD Recruitment, Transition & Training Coordinator
Center for Students w/Disabilities
915-831-2736
jestra90@epcc.edu | epcc.edu
Valle Verde Campus C112
El Paso Community College, 919 Hunter, El Paso, TX 79915

Join us in making a difference! Drop off $25 from Walmart to Mrs. Serna in room 109 by Dec. 16 and help a Tiger in Need. Be a Tiger Angel and help us reach our campus goal of 80!❤️💚

Attention Tigers: upcoming picture days for all 9th - 11th grade students AND staff.

Lifetouch will be on campus on Dec. 10th and 11th to conduct class portraits for all underclass students and staff. Order on mylifetouch.com by creating an account or logging in using picture ID: EVTCHSPHQ

Retake days for all students still not provided by Lifetouch.

We're so proud of our amazing athletes who are nominated for the El Paso Children's Hospital Athlete of the Week! 👏🎊

Support our students:
🌟 Allison De La O, Franklin basketball
🌟 Emily Orr, Franklin cross country
🌟 Jaden Carbajal, Jefferson basketball
🌟 Lyanni Ramos, Coronado basketball
🌟 Richard Arriaga, El Paso High basketball

Vote for our boys ➡️ https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/12/02/vote-el-paso-childrens-hospital-hs-male-athlete-for-nov-25-30/87539376007/

Vote for our girls ➡️ https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/12/02/vote-el-paso-childrens-hospital-hs-female-athlete-for-nov-25-30/87539249007/

📸 Rudy Davila

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HAPPENING SATURDAY: Fast Track to the Future 5K 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️⚡

There's still time left to sign up for the El Paso ISD Education Foundation 5K and 1-Mile Walk! 🌟

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

Registration Fees:
5K Run – $25 | 1-Mile Walk – $20

Sign up here ➡️ bit.ly/EF5K_25

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🌟 Happy Special Education Day! 🌟

We honor the achievements and strength of our students and families in special education. ❤️

We also celebrate our special education teachers and staff, whose dedication helps create learning environments where every student is inspired and empowered to thrive. 🙌

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Lamar Elementary School has officially opened its El Paso High Feeder Pattern Family Resource Center! 🌟

Located at 1140 E Cliff Drive, this new center will serve as a vital hub for nutritional assistance, supporting students and families in our community.

El Paso ISD continues to operate several food distribution sites through its Community Schools initiative to ensure every family has access to the resources they need. ❤️

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🌟 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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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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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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🌟🏃‍♀️ 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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We’re incredibly proud of Emma Guevara from the El Paso High School basketball team for being named the El Paso Children’s Hospital High School Female Athlete of the Week! 🌟🏀

Send her a "congratulations" in the comments below! 🐯🧡🖤

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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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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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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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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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Join us this evening for our final performance of Little Shop of Horrors by our EPHS Tiger Theatre Troupe, tonight at 6pm in our auditorium, tickets are $6!
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¡Acompáñanos esta noche para la última función de La Tiendita de los Horrores a cargo de nuestra compañía de teatro EPHS Tiger Theatre Troupe, esta noche a las 6 pm en nuestro auditorio, las entradas cuestan $6!