
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize students, staff, and community members for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on August 19, 2025, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building.
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🌟 Mark your calendars! 🌟 The El Paso ISD Benefits Team is excited to invite you to the 2025 Employee Health Fair! 🩺❤️🩹
Stop by for health screenings, vaccines, massage therapy, giveaways, and over 80 vendors! ✅
⏰ 4-7 p.m.
🗓️ Tuesday, Sept. 9
🏢 Starlight Event Center, Rio Grande Summit Room
📍 6650 Continental Dr
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/benefits
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The Healthy Living 2025 Fall schedule has arrived! 🌟 Kick off the school year strong 💪 with FREE wellness activities for all employees, available at locations across the district! ✅
Check out some of the exciting options:
🎨 Art
📚 Book Club
❤️ CPR
🧶 Crochet
💃 Dance, Stretch & Relax
🍳 Healthy Cooking
📷 Photography
🎾 Pickleball
🧘 Pilates
🏺 Pottery
🏋️♀️ Strength & Conditioning
🎾 Tennis Cardio
🧘 Yoga
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/healthyliving
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Check out some of the exciting options:
🎨 Art
📚 Book Club
❤️ CPR
🧶 Crochet
💃 Dance, Stretch & Relax
🍳 Healthy Cooking
📷 Photography
🎾 Pickleball
🧘 Pilates
🏺 Pottery
🏋️♀️ Strength & Conditioning
🎾 Tennis Cardio
🧘 Yoga
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/healthyliving
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD




Why did the chickens cross the road? 🐔 To keep Western Hills Elementary School students safe, of course! 💛💙 Shoutout to Mando and Mike for making safety egg-stra fun! 🛑🚸
Help us keep students safe and thriving by joining El Paso ISD’s Volunteers in Public Schools program! 🌟
Learn more and apply today! ➡️ www.episd.org/volunteer
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Help us keep students safe and thriving by joining El Paso ISD’s Volunteers in Public Schools program! 🌟
Learn more and apply today! ➡️ www.episd.org/volunteer
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Our Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre reflects as we wrap up the first week of school, 🏫 📝📚 and expresses her gratitude for our incredible teachers, staff, students, and families for a great return. 🌟 You are what makes El Paso ISD so special. 💙 Let’s keep rising together! 🚀
Watch here ➡️ https://bit.ly/episd_0808
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Watch here ➡️ https://bit.ly/episd_0808
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Stay connected with El Paso ISD! 📲
Download the EPISD app to get school and district updates, message with educators through the Rooms feature, and access classwork materials. 📝📚🌟
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/app-central
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Download the EPISD app to get school and district updates, message with educators through the Rooms feature, and access classwork materials. 📝📚🌟
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/app-central
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD


HAPPENING TOMORROW: The 2025–26 school year begins! 🎉
We’re excited to inspire and empower our learners to thrive! 🌟📚
Check out our academic calendar! ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars
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El Paso ISD stands with our community in remembrance of August 3, 2019. 🕯️
We remember those we lost and stand united in healing, strength, and hope for our community. ❤️
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We remember those we lost and stand united in healing, strength, and hope for our community. ❤️
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #ElPasoStrong


Just a few days left until our amazing students are back in the classroom on Monday, August 4! 🏫🌟📚
View the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars
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View the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars
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🌟 LAST CHANCE TO FIESTA! 🌟
Celebrate the new school year at the final day of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta! 🍎🎉
⏰ 6-7:30 p.m.
📅 Thursday, July 31
📍Andress, Austin, Bowie, Chapin
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/fiesta
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta
Celebrate the new school year at the final day of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta! 🍎🎉
⏰ 6-7:30 p.m.
📅 Thursday, July 31
📍Andress, Austin, Bowie, Chapin
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/fiesta
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta


Day 2 of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta is almost here! 🍎🎉
SEE YOU THERE! ✅
⏰ 6-7:30 p.m.
📅 Wednesday, July 30
📍 Coronado, Franklin
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/fiesta
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta
SEE YOU THERE! ✅
⏰ 6-7:30 p.m.
📅 Wednesday, July 30
📍 Coronado, Franklin
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/fiesta
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🌟 STARTING SOON! 🌟
Don't miss out on the first day of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta! 🍎🎉
⏰ 6-7:30 p.m.
📅 Tuesday, July 29
📍 Burges, El Paso, Irvin, Jefferson
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/fiesta
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta
Don't miss out on the first day of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta! 🍎🎉
⏰ 6-7:30 p.m.
📅 Tuesday, July 29
📍 Burges, El Paso, Irvin, Jefferson
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/fiesta
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🎉🍎 IT'S FIESTA TIME! 🍎🎉
Bring the family and join us for the first day of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta! 🌟
SEE YOU THERE! ✅
⏰ 6-7:30 p.m.
📅 Tuesday, July 29
📍 Burges, El Paso, Irvin, Jefferson
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/fiesta
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta
Bring the family and join us for the first day of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta! 🌟
SEE YOU THERE! ✅
⏰ 6-7:30 p.m.
📅 Tuesday, July 29
📍 Burges, El Paso, Irvin, Jefferson
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/fiesta
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta



Join us for our Back-to-School EPISD Community Event tomorrow right after meet the teacher 3-4, July 29, from 6–7 PM at Burges! Enjoy and take advantage of food trucks, fun family-friendly activities, and services including immunizations. Learn more about Burges feeder-pattern extracurriculars, athletics, and community programs through our informational booths. Come see what the Burges community and Mustang Nation has to offer and experience our IOB mentality in action!

The El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta begins TOMORROW! 🍎🎉 Don't miss out on three days of fun, community, and celebration! 🌟
⏰ 6-7:30 p.m. daily
📅 Tuesday, July 29 - Burges, El Paso, Irvin, Jefferson
📅 Wednesday, July 30 - Coronado, Franklin
📅 Thursday, July 31 - Andress, Austin, Bowie, Chapin
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/fiesta
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta
⏰ 6-7:30 p.m. daily
📅 Tuesday, July 29 - Burges, El Paso, Irvin, Jefferson
📅 Wednesday, July 30 - Coronado, Franklin
📅 Thursday, July 31 - Andress, Austin, Bowie, Chapin
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/fiesta
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Can you believe it? The first day of school is just ONE WEEK away! 🎉📚
We can’t wait to welcome our students back to the classroom on Monday, August 4! 🎒🏫🌟
View the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars
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We can’t wait to welcome our students back to the classroom on Monday, August 4! 🎒🏫🌟
View the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDBacktoSchool


Dear Parents,
I sincerely apologize for the changes in dates. Due to a district-hosted event for teachers on Thursday, July 31st, Meet the Teacher will now be held on Tuesday, July 29th, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
After Meet the Teacher, you're invited to join us at Burges from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Warm regards,
Mr. Rafael Guardado
Estimados padres,
Les pido una sincera disculpa por los cambios en las fechas. Debido a un evento organizado por el distrito para los maestros el jueves 31 de julio, el evento de Conozca al Maestro se llevará a cabo el martes 29 de julio, de 3:00 a 4:00 p.m.
Después de Conozca al Maestro, están cordialmente invitados a acompañarnos en Burges de 6:00 a 7:30 p.m.
Gracias por su comprensión y flexibilidad.
Atentamente,
Mr. Rafael Guardado
I sincerely apologize for the changes in dates. Due to a district-hosted event for teachers on Thursday, July 31st, Meet the Teacher will now be held on Tuesday, July 29th, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
After Meet the Teacher, you're invited to join us at Burges from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Warm regards,
Mr. Rafael Guardado
Estimados padres,
Les pido una sincera disculpa por los cambios en las fechas. Debido a un evento organizado por el distrito para los maestros el jueves 31 de julio, el evento de Conozca al Maestro se llevará a cabo el martes 29 de julio, de 3:00 a 4:00 p.m.
Después de Conozca al Maestro, están cordialmente invitados a acompañarnos en Burges de 6:00 a 7:30 p.m.
Gracias por su comprensión y flexibilidad.
Atentamente,
Mr. Rafael Guardado

The first day of school is just around the corner, and there's still time to enroll at El Paso ISD! 📚🙌
Come be part of our destination district where learners are inspired and empowered to thrive! 🌟
Register today! ➡️ www.episd.org/register
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Come be part of our destination district where learners are inspired and empowered to thrive! 🌟
Register today! ➡️ www.episd.org/register
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #Registration


Correction!
Subject: Welcome to an Exciting New Year at Hawkins Elementary! 🎉
Dear Hawkins Elementary Families,
Welcome to a brand-new school year! We are thrilled to have you as part of our school community for what promises to be a fun, engaging, and successful year ahead.
To help you and your child get off to a great start, we invite you to our Meet the Teacher event:
🗓 Thursday, July 31
🕒 3:30 – 4:30 PM
📍 Hawkins Elementary Campus
This is a wonderful opportunity for you and your child to:
Meet their teacher for the 2025–2026 school year
Learn about classroom expectations
Review supply needs
Get a copy of daily schedules
Tour the campus and ask any questions you may have
We can’t wait to welcome your family back and start the year strong—together. See you on July 31!
Warm regards,
Rafael Guardado
Principal
Hawkins Elementary
Subject: Welcome to an Exciting New Year at Hawkins Elementary! 🎉
Dear Hawkins Elementary Families,
Welcome to a brand-new school year! We are thrilled to have you as part of our school community for what promises to be a fun, engaging, and successful year ahead.
To help you and your child get off to a great start, we invite you to our Meet the Teacher event:
🗓 Thursday, July 31
🕒 3:30 – 4:30 PM
📍 Hawkins Elementary Campus
This is a wonderful opportunity for you and your child to:
Meet their teacher for the 2025–2026 school year
Learn about classroom expectations
Review supply needs
Get a copy of daily schedules
Tour the campus and ask any questions you may have
We can’t wait to welcome your family back and start the year strong—together. See you on July 31!
Warm regards,
Rafael Guardado
Principal
Hawkins Elementary

Correction!
Asunto: ¡Bienvenidos a un Nuevo y Emocionante Año en la Primaria Hawkins! 🎉
Queridas familias de la Primaria Hawkins:
¡Bienvenidos a un nuevo año escolar! Estamos encantados de contar con ustedes como parte de nuestra comunidad escolar para lo que será un año divertido, enriquecedor y exitoso.
Para comenzar con el pie derecho, los invitamos a nuestro evento de Conozca al Maestro el:
🗓 Jueves 31 de julio
🕒 3:30 – 4:30 PM
📍 Campus de la Primaria Hawkins
Esta es una excelente oportunidad para que usted y su hijo(a):
Conozcan a su maestro(a) del ciclo escolar 2025–2026
Aprendan sobre las expectativas del aula
Revisen los útiles escolares necesarios
Reciban el horario diario
Conozcan el campus y hagan cualquier pregunta que tengan
Estamos emocionados de darles la bienvenida y comenzar el año con fuerza—juntos. ¡Nos vemos el 31 de julio!
Con aprecio,
Rafael Guardado
Director
Primaria Hawkins
Asunto: ¡Bienvenidos a un Nuevo y Emocionante Año en la Primaria Hawkins! 🎉
Queridas familias de la Primaria Hawkins:
¡Bienvenidos a un nuevo año escolar! Estamos encantados de contar con ustedes como parte de nuestra comunidad escolar para lo que será un año divertido, enriquecedor y exitoso.
Para comenzar con el pie derecho, los invitamos a nuestro evento de Conozca al Maestro el:
🗓 Jueves 31 de julio
🕒 3:30 – 4:30 PM
📍 Campus de la Primaria Hawkins
Esta es una excelente oportunidad para que usted y su hijo(a):
Conozcan a su maestro(a) del ciclo escolar 2025–2026
Aprendan sobre las expectativas del aula
Revisen los útiles escolares necesarios
Reciban el horario diario
Conozcan el campus y hagan cualquier pregunta que tengan
Estamos emocionados de darles la bienvenida y comenzar el año con fuerza—juntos. ¡Nos vemos el 31 de julio!
Con aprecio,
Rafael Guardado
Director
Primaria Hawkins