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🌟🎓 BIG NEWS! 🎓🌟

The #EPISDClassof2027 graduation dates are officially here! 🎊

The countdown to graduation starts now, and we can't wait to celebrate this incredible milestone! 👏❤️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
Photo of back of person's head  with graduation cap with text that says Class of 2027 Graduation Schedule. Friday, June 4, 2027 (TBD) El Paso HS Monday, June 7, 2027 9 AM Burges HS 12 PM Bowie HS 3 PM Jefferson Silva HS 5:30 PM YWA Tuesday, June 8, 2027 9 AM Franklin HS 12 PM Coronado HS, 3 PM Irvin, 5:30 PM TMECHS Wednesday, June 9, 2027 9 AM Chapin HS 12 PM Andress HS 3 PM Austin HS
Reminder! ☕️

Dear Parents, just a friendly reminder that Coffee with the Principal will be tomorrow! We hope you can join us for coffee, conversation, and important school updates.

📅 August 13th
⏰ 8:30 AM
📍 Herrera Elementary

We look forward to seeing you there! 💙

Recordatorio! ☕️

Estimados padres de familia, ¡un amable recordatorio de que Café con la Directora será mañana! Esperamos que puedan acompañarnos para disfrutar de un café, conversar y recibir información importante sobre la escuela.

📅 13 de agosto
⏰ 8:30 a. m.
📍 Herrera Elementary

¡Esperamos verlos allí! 💙
3 months ago, Herrera Elementary
Coffee with the Principal  Flyer
Last day to purchase future Franklin Cougar shirts is Friday!
3 months ago, Kristen Villasenor
FHS

Take the next step in your wellness journey with FREE Wellness Classes for all El Paso ISD employees! 🌟

Discover new hobbies, stay active, and make connections through a variety of classes, including art, book club, dance, pilates, pottery, and more. ✅

View the Fall 2026 Schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/healthyliving

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

3 months ago, Communications
Two El Paso ISD employees smile while painting together
El Paso ISD employees working on pottery together
El Paso ISD employees working out on tennis courts running and passing giant tennis balls
El Paso ISD employees smile for a photo holding up hand hearts during book club session
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize students for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on August 11, 2026, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize Andress High School student Abel Castanon for earning the prestigious Outstanding Performer Award at the UIL Texas State Solo-Ensemble Contest. This honor is among the highest individual recognitions for student musicians in Texas. In addition to this honor, he maintains a 4.368 GPA, is a member of the Andress P-TECH program, and recently represented his campus at the National History Day competition at the Smithsonian.
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize Burges High School senior Alexandra Rosales for her election as President of the Texas Association of Student Councils, a prestigious role that positions her as a leading student voice for young leaders across the state. Beyond this achievement, she balances a rigorous schedule as a Burges Early College High School student, National Honor Society member, and drum major of the Burges Band.

🎉 Join us for the Herrera Elementary Back-to-School Picnic! 🐻‍❄️

📅 August 20 | ⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
Bring a picnic chair or blanket, grab dinner, and join us for fun, play, and family time! 💙

We hope to see you there! 😊

🎉 ¡Acompáñanos en el Picnic de Regreso a Clases de Herrera Elementary! 🐻‍❄️

📅 20 de agosto | ⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
Trae tu silla o cobija, trae tu cena y acompáñanos para pasar un rato divertido en familia. 💙

¡Esperamos verte allí! 😊

3 months ago, Herrera Elementary
Back to school picnic flyer
📣 Calling All Parent Volunteers! 🐻💙

Dear Herrera Elementary Families,
We would love to have you join us as a school volunteer this school year! Your time and support can make a wonderful difference in the lives of our students and our school community.

¡Invitamos a todos los padres de familia a ser voluntarios! 🐻💙

Queridas familias de la Primaria Herrera:

¡Nos encantaría contar con ustedes como voluntarios de nuestra escuela durante este año escolar! Su tiempo y apoyo pueden hacer una gran diferencia en la vida de nuestros estudiantes y en nuestra comunidad escolar.
3 months ago, Herrera Elementary
Volunteers 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 months ago, Communications
Navy Blue background with text that says El Paso ISD Board Meeting

El Paso ISD is off to an amazing start! 🌟

Thank you, students, teachers, staff, and families, for making the first week of the 2026-27 school year a success and for showing up #RightHereRightNow. 📚👏

See all the back to school moments in our community photo gallery ➡️ bit.ly/BTS_0807

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

3 months ago, Communications
Coronado cheerleaders and principal pose with photo frame that says 1st day of school
Hartley students smile for a photo during class
Mesita Elementary and Wiggs Middle School brothers smile for a picture at home holding a first day of school sign
Chapin students take group photo after welcoming in Logan Elementary families on the first day of school
📢 Correction

☕️ Coffee with the Principal will be on August 13th at 8:30 AM.

We apologize for any confusion this may have caused. Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see you there! 💙🐻
📢 Corrección

☕️ Café con el Director será el 13 de agosto a las 8:30 a. m.

Pedimos disculpas por cualquier confusión que esto haya podido causar. ¡Gracias por su comprensión y esperamos verlos allí! 💙🐻



3 months ago, Herrera Elementary
Coffee with the Principal Flyer
Coffee with the Principal! 🐻💙

Dear Herrera Elementary families,
We invite you to join us for Coffee with the Principal! . Come enjoy some coffee, connect with our school community, and hear important school updates. We hope to see you there!


¡Café con la Directora! 🐻💙

Queridas familias de Herrera :
Los invitamos a acompañarnos a una Café con la Directora el 13 de julio a las 8:30am. Disfruten de un café, conéctense con nuestra comunidad escolar y conozcan información importante de nuestra escuela. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
3 months ago, Herrera Elementary
Coffee with the Principal Flyer
The school year may have just begun, but our students and staff are already making every moment count! 📖🌟

With students eager to learn and educators ready to inspire, the foundation for a successful year is already being built one lesson, one connection, and one opportunity at a time.📚👏

As the year continues, Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk looks forward to visiting campuses and ensuring our schools are empowering students through exceptional academics, support, and opportunities for success. 🏫✅

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
Students at Cielo Vista Elementary coloring
Students at Hartley PK-8 working on assignment
Students at Cielo Vista Elementary raising hands in class
Staff at Hartley PK-8 meeting with Dr. Lusk in the hallway
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees has appointed two new trustees who will help shape the future of our district and serve the students, families, and communities of Districts 6 and 7. 👏

Please join us in congratulating:
🌟 District 6 Appointee: Dr. Matthew Reza
🌟 District 7 Appointee: Brian Kelley

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
Photo of all El Paso ISD Board of Trustees
Photo of trustee member shaking hands after being sworn in
Photo of trustee member signing document after getting sworn in
Dear Herrera Families,

Thank you for your support this week! We are off to a wonderful start to the new school year, and I couldn't be more proud of our students, staff and families.

As we continue settling into our routines, please be patient and courteous during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up. I understand that these times can sometimes be frustrating, but when everyone follows our traffic procedures and shows kindness to one another, dismissal typically takes only about 10 minutes.

A few important reminders:

During morning drop-off in the side loop, please do not park or leave your vehicle. Students should exit on the side closest to the sidewalk. The drop-off loop is designed to keep traffic flowing, so lease help by moving through as efficiently as possible.

Parents with a valid 2026-2027 school year placard may use the front loop for drop off.

For families picking up students in the 4th and 5th grade area, please use extra caution when walking to meet your child. Stay on the side of the street and do not walk through moving traffic, as this creates a serious safety hazard.

If you are traveling on Coates Street, please be considerate of vehicles exiting the school. When possible, allow drivers to safely pull out into traffic. A little patience and courtesy go a long way in keeping traffic flowing and ensuring the safety of our students and families.

Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping us keep our students safe!

3 months ago, Kristen Villasenor

📣 Join us tonight at Franklin High School for the District 6 Candidate Forum beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Get to know the candidates, hear their priorities, and learn about their vision for the future of El Paso ISD.

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/trustee-appointment

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

3 months ago, Communications
el paso isd board room chairs with text that says Districts 6 & 7 Board Candidate Forums Tues, Aug 4 & Wed, Aug 5
The bus just arrived! Bus riders will be a little late.
3 months ago, Kristen Villasenor
We've had a fabulous first day!

Pre-K and Kinder Families: You may pick up in the front loop, but please do not park. We will have one lane of traffic open, and will bring your child to you! It may be a little slow at first, but it will get better as time goes on.

Thank you for your support with this to ensure dismissal is safe for our littlest Polar Bears.


3 months ago, Kristen Villasenor
The El Paso Independent School District remembers and honors the lives lost on August 3, 2019. 🕯️

Together, we stand strong and remain committed to carrying forward the spirit of hope, resilience, and strength that defines our community.

#ElPasoStrong
3 months ago, Communications
graphic with text that says el paso strong remembering the victims and families
We are so excited to see all of our Polar Bears back at school tomorrow, Monday, August 3rd!

First Day Reminders:

Parents are welcome to walk their child to class on the first day of school. Pre-K and Kinder will walk their child to the cafeteria.

Teachers will greet students beginning at 8:00 AM in their classrooms. Pre-K and Kinder will greet students in the cafeteria.

To help us begin instruction on time, we kindly ask that all parents exit the building by 8:15 AM.

Our PTA will be hosting a Boohoo and Woohoo breakfast from 8:30-9:30 AM. This is a great opportunity to enjoy light refreshments and gather with other Herrera families.

Morning Drop-Off Reminders:

There are two options for morning drop off:

1. Students can be dropped off in the large car loop located to the right of the school. There is no parking permitted in the loop.

2. You may also park in the visitor's lot (two rows of parking spaces closest to Ruby Street) and walk your child to the front doors.

Families with placards will be permitted to drop off in the loop directly in front of the school.

Afternoon Pick-Up Reminders:

Pre-K and Kinder will be picked up in the loop in front of the school (this year, due to safety, we are not allowing parking in the loop. We will walk your child out to your car)

1st , 2nd, and 3rd grade will be picked up in the loop on the right-side of the school.

4th, 5th and Special Education students will be picked up in the back of the school.

As everyone is aware, it is still extremely hot. Please send your child with a labeled reusable water bottle each day so that they stay properly hydrated.

We are looking forward to the best school year yet!
3 months ago, Kristen Villasenor

We'll see our students tomorrow, August 3, for the first day of school! 🌟

Don't forget to tag us in your first day of school posts to be featured in our back to school community photo gallery. 📸

Find registration and back to school resources here ➡️ www.episd.org/register

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDBacktoSchool

3 months ago, Communications
Graphic with kid smiling doing peace signs with text that says back to school See You Tomorrow!
Graphic with kid smiling doing peace signs with text that says  in spanish regreso a clases nos vemos manana!