Herrera Elementary

The El Paso ISD Family Help Desk serves as a one-stop resource for families, providing information, guidance, and personalized support to help navigate their child's educational journey. 📚🤝

🌟 Contact the Family Help Desk Today! 🌟
☎️ 915-230-2581
✉️ Email: familyhelpdesk@episd.org
📆 Monday – Friday
⏰ 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
✅ Calls received after hours will be returned the following business day

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/o/episd/page/family-helpdesk

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

about 12 hours ago, Communications
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If your child is participating in the homecoming parade, please have them there no later than 5:15.
1 day ago, Kristen Villasenor
Happy Mexican Independence Day! 🇲🇽

El Paso ISD was filled with green, white, and red as our students and staff celebrated 16 de Septiembre! 💚🤍❤️

The celebration highlighted the culture, traditions, and pride that continue to enrich our schools and community. 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MexicanIndependenceDay
1 day ago, Communications
El Paso ISD students and staff member take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire
Whitaker Elementary School students take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire while holding a rainbow (mascot)
El Paso ISD staff members take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire
Sunrise Elementary School student and staff member take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire
Don't forget to join us this Friday!

¡No se olvide de acompañarnos ese viernes!
1 day ago, Herrera Elementary
Coffee with the Principal

It's National Voter Registration Day! 🗳️

Whether you're registering for the first time or updating your information, now is a great time to get election-ready. ✅

For more information, visit ➡️ https://www.texas.gov/living-in-texas/texas-voter-registration/

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

2 days ago, Communications
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Lower tax rate! ✅

Swipe through to learn how each portion of the tax rate helps support classrooms, students, and educational opportunities across our district.

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/tax_0915

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

2 days ago, Communications
Graphic with text that says Understanding School Taxes: El Paso ISD Adopts Lower Tax Rate $1.07 Tax rate lower than previous year
Graphic with text that says Understanding School Taxes: El Paso ISD Adopts Lower Tax Rate with photo of two buckets with text that says M&O Maintenance and Operations 2025 Rate: $0.7699/$100 2026 Rate: $0.7637/$100 Lower I&S Interest and Sinking 2025 Rate: $0.3108/$100 2026 Rate: $0.3108/$100 No Change
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El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize El Paso ISD students and campuses for their incredible achievements during the board meeting on September 15, 2026, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

View all photos ➡️ September 2026 Board Meeting

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD 

2 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize three exceptional students who earned Outstanding Performer Awards, one of the highest honors awarded to student musicians in Texas. 🎶🏆 This prestigious recognition is awarded to only a select few, with only 3% of solo performers earning Outstanding Performer status. Congratulations: 🌟 Hannah Carrillo, Coronado High School 🌟 Jillina Pomales, El Paso High School 🌟 Anne-Sophie Gagnon, Franklin High School #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize Murphree PK-8 and Guillen Middle School for their remarkable growth, improving to a B rating this year and delivering excellence in the classroom for every child! 🌟 
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize Murphree PK-8 and Guillen Middle School for their remarkable growth, improving to a B rating this year and delivering excellence in the classroom for every child! 🌟 
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize our campuses that earned an impressive “A” state rating. This achievement is a testament to the exceptional instruction, strong student support, and academic excellence taking place across El Paso ISD. 👏 Congratulations to our “A” rated campuses: 🌟 Bliss Elementary School 🌟 Cielo Vista Elementary School 🌟 Coldwell Elementary School 🌟 Hawkins Elementary School 🌟 Lundy Elementary School 🌟 Hornedo Middle School 🌟 Wiggs Middle School 🌟 Burges High School 🌟 Franklin High School 🌟 Silva Magnet 🌟 Transmountain Early College High School 🌟 Young Women’s STEAM Academy

It's 915 Day, El Paso! 🎊

Let's celebrate our city by giving back to the students who will shape its future. 🌟

Donate $9.15 today to help provide scholarships for El Paso ISD graduating seniors. 🎓

Join us in investing in the next generation of El Paso. ❤️ Donate today! ➡️ https://pdnfoundation.org/give-to-a-fund/episd-education-foundation

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #ElPaso #915

2 days ago, Communications
photo of El Paso ISD graduate in white gown with text that says On 915 Day, a donation of just $9.15 helps fund scholarships for graduating seniors
photo of El Paso ISD graduate from Young Women's Academy in white gown with text on graphic that says Where the money goes scholarships help students who demonstrate: academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement Awards can range up to $5,000, helping students take the next step towards their future.
Photo of El Paso ISD graduate with text on graphic that says Donate $9.15 today
Today marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌟

From September 15 through October 15, we celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, history, and contributions of Hispanic communities that help shape our city and our schools. ❤️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #HispanicHeritageMonth
2 days ago, Communications
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Beige graphic with yellow followers and text that says Feliz Mes De La Herencia Hispana
*REMINDER*

VACCINE CLINIC AT OUR SCHOOL
Protect Yourself. Protect Your Family. Protect Our Community.
We are pleased to offer a Vaccine Clinic at our school for eligible students, parents, staff, and community members.
VACCINES AVAILABLE MAY INCLUDE:
💉 Flu (Influenza)
💉 COVID-19
💉 RSV
💉 Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis)
💉 Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
💉 Pneumonia (Pneumococcal)

Eligibility and vaccine recommendations vary by age, health history, and other factors. The healthcare provider at the clinic will determine which vaccines are appropriate for you.


*RECORDATORIO*

💉 CLÍNICA DE VACUNAS EN NUESTRA ESCUELA
¡Protégete! ¡Protege a tu familia y a nuestra comunidad!
Nos da gusto ofrecer una Clínica de Vacunas en nuestra escuela para estudiantes, padres de familia, personal y miembros de la comunidad que sean elegibles.
VACUNAS QUE SE PUEDEN OFRECER:
💉 Influenza (la gripe)
💉 COVID-19
💉 RSV / Virus Respiratorio Sincitial
💉 Tdap (tétanos, difteria y tos ferina)
💉 Culebrilla (herpes zóster)
💉 Neumonía (neumocócica)

La elegibilidad y las recomendaciones para cada vacuna dependen de la edad, historial médico y otros factores. El proveedor de salud que esté en la clínica determinará cuáles vacunas son apropiadas para cada persona.
2 days ago, Herrera Elementary
Clinic Flyer
Clinic FLyer

The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees will have its regular board meeting at 5 p.m. today at the El Paso ISD Administration Building, 1014 N. Stanton St.

Board agenda: www.episd.org/page/board-meeting-agendasmaterials-new

Live stream: www.episd.org/page/boardlive

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

3 days ago, Communications
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Hello, families!

Just a friendly reminder that our Spirit Wear purchase deadline is today! If you would like to purchase Spirit Wear here at the school, you may pay with cash or a debit card. You are welcome to stop today to place your order.

Don’t miss your chance to show your school spirit! Thank you for your support!

¡Hola, familias!

Les recordamos que ¡la fecha límite para comprar su Spirit Wear es hoy! Si desean comprar Spirit Wear directamente en la escuela, pueden pagar con efectivo o tarjeta de débito.

Pueden pasar por la escuela durante el resto del día de hoy para hacer su pedido.

¡No pierdan la oportunidad de mostrar su espíritu escolar! ¡Gracias por su apoyo!
3 days ago, Herrera Elementary
Spirit shirt flyer
🐻‍❄️💙 Polar Bear Families! 💙🐻‍❄️

Parent-Teacher Conferences are tomorrow! We invite you to join us to talk about ways we can work together to support your child's academic success. 📚✨

⏰ IMPORTANT REMINDER:
Students will have EARLY RELEASE at 12:00 PM. Please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We look forward to seeing our Polar Bear families! 🐾💙


🐻‍❄️💙 ¡Familias de los Osos Polares! 💙🐻‍❄️

¡Las conferencias de padres y maestros son mañana! Los invitamos a acompañarnos para conversar sobre cómo podemos trabajar juntos para apoyar el éxito académico de sus hijos. 📚✨

⏰ RECORDATORIO IMPORTANTE:
Los estudiantes tendrán SALIDA TEMPRANA A LAS 12:00 PM. Por favor, hagan los arreglos necesarios para recoger a sus hijos a tiempo.

Gracias por su continuo apoyo y colaboración. ¡Esperamos ver a todas nuestras familias de los Osos Polares! 🐾💙
3 days ago, Herrera Elementary
Parent Teacher Conferences
Dear Parents,

Join us for the Franklin Homecoming Parade and celebrate school spirit with our community! We hope to see you there!

Parents,

Acompañenos al Desfile de Homecoming de Franklin y celebremos juntos el espiritu escolar con nuestra comunidad. Esperamos verlos alli!
3 days ago, Herrera Elementary
Homecoming Parade Flyer
Wear gold with us on Friday, Sept. 25, as El Paso ISD recognizes Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 💛

Together, we'll honor the incredible strength and resilience of the children and families affected by childhood cancer.

Wear gold, share your support, and tag us in your photos! 📸

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth
6 days ago, Communications
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Polar Bear Families,

We kindly ask for your help in completing the Federal Impact Aid Survey. You should have received a unique link to complete the survey. You may also access and complete the survey through the Parent Portal by selecting the “Parent Forms” tab. We encourage all to complete the survey as soon as possible. Your participation makes a difference and helps support our school and students!

Estimadas familias de Polar Bear:

Les pedimos amablemente su apoyo para completar la Encuesta de Ayuda de Impacto Federal. Deberían haber recibido un enlace único para completar la encuesta. También pueden acceder y completar la encuesta a través del Portal para Padres (Parent Portal), seleccionando la pestaña “Parent Forms”. Les recomendamos a todos completar la encuesta lo antes posible. ¡Su participación hace la diferencia y ayuda a apoyar a nuestra escuela y a nuestros estudiantes!

¡Gracias por su apoyo!
6 days ago, Herrera Elementary
Impact Survey flyer
Hello, families!

Just a friendly reminder that our Spirit Wear purchase deadline is quickly approaching! The deadline to place your order is September 15. If you would like to purchase Spirit Wear here at the school, you may pay with cash or a debit card. You are welcome to stop by for the remainder of today, as well as Monday and Tuesday of next week to place your order.

Don’t miss your chance to show your school spirit! Thank you for your support!

¡Hola, familias!

Les recordamos que ¡la fecha límite para comprar su Spirit Wear se acerca rápidamente! La fecha límite para hacer su pedido es el 15 de septiembre. Si desean comprar Spirit Wear directamente en la escuela, pueden pagar con efectivo o tarjeta de débito.

Pueden pasar por la escuela durante el resto del día de hoy, así como el lunes y martes de la próxima semana para hacer su pedido.

¡No pierdan la oportunidad de mostrar su espíritu escolar! ¡Gracias por su apoyo!
6 days ago, Herrera Elementary
Spirit shirt fundraise flyer

Good afternoon, parents!

This message is from your school counselor, Mrs. Maldonado.

The Assistance League of El Paso, through its Operation School Bell program, provides new clothing, shoes, and hygiene items to students in Kindergarten through 5th grade who are in need in El Paso County.

If you have a child or children in Kindergarten through 5th grade who are in need of new clothing and shoes, please text me at 915-308-3453 by Thursday, September 17th. I will send a form home for you to complete.

Each student will receive:
• 3 plain T-shirts
• 3 pairs of jeans
• 1 windbreaker jacket
• 1 pair of shoes
• 1 hygiene kit

I am able to place clothing orders for 24 students, so forms will be sent home on a first-come, first-served basis until all available spots are filled.


Buenos trades, padres de familia:

Este mensaje es de parte de la consejera escolar, la Sra. Maldonado. La Assistance League of El Paso, a través de su programa Operation School Bell, proporciona ropa nueva, zapatos y artículos de higiene personal a estudiantes de Kínder a 5.º grado que los necesiten en el Condado de El Paso.

Si tiene uno o más hijos de Kínder a 5.º grado que necesiten ropa y zapatos nuevos, por favor envíeme un mensaje de texto al 915-308-3453 a más tardar el jueves 17 de septiembre. Les enviaré a casa un formulario para que lo llenen.

Cada estudiante recibirá:
• 3 camisetas sencillas
• 3 pares de pantalones de mezclilla
• 1 chaqueta rompevientos
• 1 par de zapatos
• 1 kit de higiene personal

Tengo la oportunidad de solicitar ropa para 24 estudiantes, por lo que los formularios se enviarán a casa por orden de solicitud hasta llenar los espacios disponibles.

¡Gracias!
6 days ago, Herrera Elementary

Please support our students by completing the Federal Impact Aid Form in the email shared with families this week.

For more information about the Federal Impact Aid Form and how it supports the district, please visit ➡️ www.episd.org/page/federal-impact-aid-survey

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

7 days ago, Communications
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Hello parents!

The Core Essentials Value for September is friendship. Friendship is using your words and actions to show others you care. Check out the September Core Essentials newsletter on Facebook to learn about how you can incorporate learning about friendship at home. 🏡💙🐻‍❄️

¡Hola, padres de familia!

El valor de Core Essentials para el mes de septiembre es la AMISTAD. La amistad consiste en usar nuestras palabras y acciones para demostrarles a los demás que nos importan. Visiten nuestra página de Facebook para ver el boletín de Core Essentials de septiembre y descubrir maneras de incorporar el aprendizaje sobre la amistad en casa. 🏡💙🐻‍❄️
9 days ago, Herrera Elementary
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