🌟🏃‍♀️ 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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5 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Education Foundation Fast Track to the Future 5K Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Burges High School 7800 Edgemere Blvd El Paso, Texas 79925. Only $25 for runners and $20 for walkers! Lace up for the EPISD Education Foundation 5K & 1-Mile Walk - fun for the whole family and all for a great cause: our students!
Holiday Cheer is coming to Herrera Elementary! ❄️🐻‍❄️
We are excited to celebrate the season together with a fun lineup of dress-up days and joyful activities! Our Polar Bears have been working so hard, and this is a wonderful way to bring smiles, build community, and enjoy the spirit of the holidays.

Take a look at our Holiday Dress-Up Day Calendar (posted below!) and join us as we spread cheer all around the school.
Thank you for helping us make these days magical for our students. We can’t wait to see everyone participate! 💙✨
#PolarBearsRiseUp #HerreraHolidayCheer #EveryStepCounts
5 months ago, Elisa Aranda
dress up days dec 2025
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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5 months ago, Communications
Teachers smiling
Liza rodriguez gives speech
EPISD staff giving a presentation
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! 👏🎊

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge high school winner Franklin
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! 👏🎊

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #RightHereRightNow
5 months ago, Communications
Principal attendance challenge middle school/pk8 winner guillen
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!

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #RightHereRightNow
5 months ago, Communications
Principal attendance challenge elementary school polk
Our El Paso ISD community showed up #RightHereRightNow! 🎉

More than 10,000 votes poured in for the Principal Attendance Challenge. 🗳️

👀👑 Stay tuned...the winning campuses will be revealed soon! 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge 10,145 votes cast!!!
We hope our El Paso ISD community is enjoying Thanksgiving Break! ❤️

We look forward to seeing everyone back at our district offices and campuses on Monday, Dec. 1. 🌟

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months ago, Communications
Five YWA students smile for group photo
El Paso ISD will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from November 24-28. 🦃🌟

We wish our students, staff, and community a safe and joyful break! 🧡

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months ago, Communications
Happy Thanksgiving District Closed November 24-28
Hello Polar Bear Families,
We want to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving Break from November 24–28. We hope you enjoy a restful and joyful time with family and friends. We look forward to seeing our Polar Bears back after the break on December 1st.

Hola familias de Osos Polares,
Queremos desearles unas felices vacaciones de Acción de Gracias del 24 al 28 de noviembre. Esperamos que disfruten de un tiempo de descanso y alegría junto a sus familiares y amigos. Esperamos ver a nuestros Ositos Polares de regreso después del descanso el 1 de diciembre.
5 months ago, Herrera Elementary
Thanksgiving Break Flyer
A big thank you to our incredible El Paso ISD Food & Nutrition Services team, students, staff, and community partners for serving up delicious Thanksgiving meals across the district! 🦃🌟

Thank you for creating a memorable and meaningful experience for our families. ❤️

More photos ➡️ bit.ly/Thanksgiving_25

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months ago, Communications
Barron Elementary food and nutrition staff
El Paso Police Department helps serve Thanksgiving meals at Charles Middle School
Navarette Middle School army community members help serve Thanskgiving luncheons
Burges JROTC students help serve Thanksgiving luncheons
Transportation Department helping serve the Thanksgiving luncheon at Milam Elementary School
🌟 LAST CHANCE! 🌟

Don't forget to vote for your favorite Principal Attendance Challenge video! 🙌

🗳️ Vote for your favorite finalist here! ➡️ www.episd.org/page/principalattendancechallenge

Voting is open through Friday, Nov. 21. ✅

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #RightHereRightNow
5 months ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge
Hello Polar Bear Families,
This is a friendly reminder that we will have early release tomorrow Friday, November 21st at 12:00 PM. Please make arrangements for your child to be picked up on time. Thank you for your support and cooperation!

Hola familias de Osos Polares,
Este es un recordatorio amistoso de que tendremos salida temprana mañana viernes 21 de noviembre a las 12:00 p.m. Por favor haga los arreglos necesarios para que su hijo(a) sea recogido(a) a tiempo. ¡Gracias por su apoyo y cooperación!
5 months ago, Herrera Elementary
Early Release Flyer
Hello Polar Bear Families,
This is a friendly reminder that we will have early release on Friday, November 21st at 12:00 PM. Please make arrangements for your child to be picked up on time. Thank you for your support and cooperation!

Hola familias de Osos Polares,
Este es un recordatorio amistoso de que tendremos salida temprana el viernes 21 de noviembre a las 12:00 p.m. Por favor haga los arreglos necesarios para que su hijo(a) sea recogido(a) a tiempo. ¡Gracias por su apoyo y cooperación!
5 months ago, Herrera Elementary
Early Release Flyer
REMINDER: EARLY RELEASE THIS FRIDAY 🌟

El Paso ISD students will have early release Friday, Nov. 21. ✅

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months ago, Communications
Early Release for students
🌟 6️⃣ 7️⃣ DAY! 🌟

El Paso ISD campuses embraced the 6–7 trend yesterday, turning the 67th day of school into a fun celebration! 🎊 From creative outfits to engaging activities, our students and staff are showing just how fun learning can be. 📚❤️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months ago, Communications
Herrera Elementary School celebrates 6 7 Day
Moreno Elementary School celebrates 6 7 Day
Duran Elementary School celebrates 6 7 Day
Lundy Elementary School celebrates 6 7 Day
Polk Elementary School celebrates 6 7 Day
Hello Polar Bear Families,

We would like to invite you to our Food Pantry! Families are welcome to stop by and pick up food items at no cost.

Hola Familias de Osos Polares,

¡Nos gustaría invitarlos a nuestro Banco de Alimentos! Las familias son bienvenidas a pasar y recoger alimentos sin ningún costo.
5 months ago, Herrera Elementary
Food Pantry Flyer
Food Pantry Flyer Spanish
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize students, staff, and community members for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on November 18, 2025, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Andress High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Coronado High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured El Paso High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Franklin High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Irvin High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize one of our own school nurses for earning top statewide honors.🌟 Congratulations to Yvonne Guerrero from Canyon Hills Middle School on being named the 2025 Texas School Nurse of the Year by the Texas School Nurse Organization. 🎊 We are incredibly proud of you!👏❤️
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize Southwest University for their partnership and their generous commitment of $500,000 to the El Paso ISD Education Foundation in support of scholarships for El Paso ISD students who attend Southwest University.🌟 Thank you, Southwest University, for championing student success in our community.❤
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were excited to recognize our students’ success at this year’s KTSM Weather Fest.⛅ We’re incredibly proud of Franklin High School for earning Best Overall High School Project and of Austin High School for taking home the Ultimate Weather Warrior Award. 🏆🌟(pictured Franklin High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were excited to recognize our students’ success at this year’s KTSM Weather Fest.⛅ We’re incredibly proud of Franklin High School for earning Best Overall High School Project and of Austin High School for taking home the Ultimate Weather Warrior Award. 🏆🌟 (pictured Austin High School)
Hello Polar Bear Families,

We wanted to let you know that Wellness Wednesday has been canceled. The weather does not seem to be good enough for students to be outside, and their safety and well-being are our top priority. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for your continued support!



Hola familias de los Osos Polares,

Queríamos informarles que Wellness Wednesday ha sido cancelado. El clima no parece ser lo suficientemente adecuado para que los estudiantes estén afuera, y su seguridad y bienestar son nuestra prioridad. Pedimos disculpas por cualquier inconveniente y agradecemos su comprensión. ¡Gracias por su continuo apoyo!
5 months ago, Herrera Elementary
Wellness Wednesday Cancelled
Hello Polar Bear Families,
Click on the link below to view our latest school newsletter!
Thank you for staying connected and for your continued support!

Hola familias de los Osos Polares,

¡Hagan clic en el enlace de abajo para ver nuestro boletín escolar más reciente!
¡Gracias por mantenerse conectados y por su continuo apoyo!

https://secure.smore.com/n/yh5xkb-polar-bear-news
5 months ago, Herrera Elementary