Step inside a Montessori classroom and discover the unique learning environment that sparks curiosity and independence!š
Watch here ā”ļø https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toW2MBa3llg
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š100 DAYS UNTIL GRADUATION!š
Seniors, the countdown is ON! š Weāre just šÆ days away from the moment weāve all been waiting for!
Graduation Schedule ā”ļø bit.ly/2025Graduation
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Did you know? Montessori emphasizes fostering a culture of creativity and is practiced in over 100 countries worldwide. Montessori alumni include notable figures such as Taylor Swift, Julia Child, Jeff Bezos, Gabriel GarcĆa MĆ”rquez, Yo-Yo Ma, Chelsea Clinton, Jackie Kennedy, and Prince George.
Learn more ā”ļø episd.org/montessori
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Did you know? At El Paso ISD Montessori, our multi-age classrooms (ages 3-6 or 6-9) create a unique learning environment where students learn from each other.šš«
With a maximum of 22 students and two adults, older children act as role models while younger ones build confidence and independence.š
Learn more ā”ļø episd.org/montessori
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Kickstart your wellness journey with El Paso ISDās FREE Healthy Living classes! From fun hobbies to valuable skills, itās your time to shine and feel your best. šŖš
Learn more ā”ļø episd.org/healthyliving
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Dancers from across the region lit up the stage at the annual El Paso ISD Fine Arts Border Dance Competition! š„ššŗ
Congratulations to our champions!š
š Middle School: Hornedo Middle School Vortex Dance Team
š High School: Coronado High School Dance Company
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Dear El Paso ISD Community,
We wish you a heartfelt Valentine's Day!šā¤ļøš
XOXO,
El Paso Independent School District
More photos ā”ļø bit.ly/VDAYEPISD_0214
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El Paso ISD will be closed for Presidents' Day šŗšø on Monday, Feb. 17. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, Feb. 18.
We wish our community a safe three-day weekend!š
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šEL PASO ISD SURPLUS AUCTIONš
Donāt miss your chance to purchase:
- Classroom Furniture
- Electronics
- Kitchen Equipment
- Portable Classrooms
- Vehicles
š Saturday, Feb. 15 | 9 a.m.
š Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 5 p.m.
š 4900 Woodrow Bean Transmountain
ā
Cash and Credit Cards Accepted
For more information, contact:
Neil Waxman, Auctions Unlimited
Tx Lic #12930
š (915) 373-3887
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šEARLY RELEASEš
El Paso ISD students will have early release Wednesday, Feb. 12. Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.
Find the early release schedule here ā”ļø episd.org/o/episd/page/calendars
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Join Our Team as a Crossing Guard! ššø
Make a difference in the lives of El Paso ISD students by creating a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. š Be a part of the community that helps our students thrive!
Apply now ā”ļø episd.org/o/episd/page/volunteer
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ā¤ļø February is Heart Month! ā¤ļø
Join us in wearing red on Friday, Feb. 7, for National Wear Red Day to raise awareness for womenās cardiovascular health.ā£ļø
Throughout February, the El Paso ISD Benefits team will be offering free blood pressure screenings for district employees!š
Learn more ā”ļø episd.org/healthyliving
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The Tocando orchestra and choir celebrated Black History Month with a powerful performance at the El Paso Symphony Youth Orchestras' Annual Winter Concert! š¶š
The showcase highlighted students from Aoy, Douglass, Hart, Wiggs, and Bowie, while also honoring the legacy of Frederick F. Douglass Elementary and shedding light on local stories of racial and linguistic segregation.
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Parents, don't forget elementary students have early release today Tuesday, February 4! Please make arrangements to pick up your children at 12:00 p.m., and we hope to see you later today during parent-teacher conferences and our resource fair at the Hart gym.


February is Black History Month, a time to commemorate the legacy and incredible achievements of Black Americans. So many suffered through subjugation and the oppression of inequality; they rose to fight for equality for all and drive our Nation toward a more perfect union. Their achievements are a reflection of American greatness!
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Today, we celebrate the start of National School Counseling Week!š A heartfelt thank you to our school counselors for your continued dedication to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where every student can thrive.
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šEL PASO ISD SURPLUS AUCTIONš
Don't miss your chance to purchase classroom furniture, electronics, and kitchen equipment!
š 9:00 AM
š Saturday, Feb. 1
š 4900 Woodrow Bean Transmountain
ā
Cash and credit cards accepted
For more details, contact Auctions Unlimited Neil Waxman, Tx Lic #12930
š (915) 373-3887
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Dear El Paso ISD Community,
We invite you to participate in the voting process for the proposed revisions to the 2025-2026 Academic Year Calendar and the selection of the proposed 2026-2027 Academic Year Calendar. š
The voting period ends Thursday, Jan. 30.š
Learn more ā”ļø bit.ly/Voting_0121
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šMark Your Calendars!š
Parent-Teacher Conferences for El Paso ISD are just around the corner! Join us from Tuesday, Feb. 4 to Thursday, Feb. 6 to discuss your childās progress and stay engaged in their educational journey.š
Please note the early release times for the following days:
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Tuesday, Feb. 4 ā Elementary Schools: 12:00 p.m.
ā
Wednesday, Feb. 5 ā High Schools: 12:35 p.m.
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Thursday, Feb. 6 ā Middle Schools/PK-8: 11:35 a.m.
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You are invited to attend a community meeting with the Bowie Feeder Pattern Principals (Bowie, Guillen, Hart, Aoy and Douglass). It will be at the Guillen Middle School Parent Center on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Come and meet the Principals!

