📣 El Paso ISD is inviting our community to join the Action Planning Oversight Committee (APOC)!

We’re looking for:
🌟 Students
🌟Families
🌟 Staff
🌟 Alumni
🌟 Military reps
🌟 Community orgs

With the Equity Assessment now complete, EPISD and MAEC are beginning the next phase—developing an Action Plan. This Action Plan that will turn recommendations from the assessment into concrete policies and practices to guide the district moving forward. We want your ideas, experiences, and perspectives to guide this important work.

📅 Apply by Sept 5 ➡️ bit.ly/APOCForm25 or call 915-257-9769 and leave a voicemail with your name and contact info.

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6 months ago, Communications
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Sep. 1st District close in observance of Labor Day.

1 de septiembre. Cierre del Distrito en conmemoración del Día del Trabajo.
6 months ago, Herrera Elementary
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Please join our Annual Title 1 meeting. Everyone is welcome! 💙 Please see Flyer attached for more information.

Acompañenos a nuestra reunión anual del Título 1. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! 💙 Consulte el folleto adjunto para obtener más información.
6 months ago, Herrera Elementary
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🌟REMINDER: FEDERAL IMPACT AID FORM🌟

Thank you to the El Paso ISD families who have completed the Federal Impact Aid Form, if you haven’t please take a moment to complete it in the Parent Portal. ✅

Complete by Thursday, Sept. 18. ➡️ bit.ly/ParentPortal_25

This form allows El Paso ISD to apply for financial compensation for tax revenue lost due to Federal activities within district boundaries.

Thank you for your support! 🌟

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6 months ago, Communications
federal impact aid form eligibility categories include military families, military housing, federal employees low-rent housing indian lands
📢 Attention Parents!
To complete the 𝐅𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐢𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦, please log in to your Parent Portal account and go to the “Parent Forms” tab.

Your participation is important and allows El Paso ISD to apply for financial compensation for tax revenue lost due to federal activities within district boundaries. Thank you for your time and cooperation! 💙

🔗 Click the following link to log in to the Parent Portal:
https://tinyurl.com/52k4hxuh

If you need assistance, feel free to contact the school office.

📢 ¡Atención, padres de familia!
Para completar el formulario 𝐅𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐢𝐝, por favor inicien sesión en su cuenta del Portal para padres y vayan a la pestaña de
“Parent Forms” (Formularios).

Su participación es muy importante y permite que El Paso ISD solicite compensación financiera por los ingresos fiscales perdidos debido a actividades federales dentro de los límites del distrito. ¡Gracias por su tiempo y colaboración! 💙

🔗 Hagan clic en el siguiente enlace para ingresar al Parent Portal:
https://tinyurl.com/52k4hxuh

Si necesitan ayuda, no duden en comunicarse con la oficina de la escuela.
6 months ago, Herrera Elementary
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Hello Polar Bear Parents!

We are happy to welcome you back to Wellness Wednesday! See you all Wednesday August 27th during their PE Class.

¡Hola padres de osos polares!

¡Estamos felices de darle la bienvenida nuevamente al Miercoles de Bienestar! Los esperamos el miercoles 27 de agosto durante la clase de Educacion Fisica.
6 months ago, Herrera Elementary
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PE Schedule
El Paso ISD parents,

The annual Federal Impact Aid Form is now open! ✅ This form allows El Paso ISD to apply for financial compensation for tax revenue lost due to Federal activities within district boundaries.

Your participation is essential to supporting the operational budget of El Paso ISD.🌟

Please complete the form in the parent portal by Thursday, Sept. 18. ➡️ bit.ly/ParentPortal_25

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6 months ago, Communications
federal impact aid form eligibility categories include military families, military housing, federal employees low-rent housing indian lands
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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6 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize the first cohort to complete the Holdsworth Empower Fellowship leadership program for aspiring principals. The goal of the program is to strengthen El Paso ISD’s leadership pipeline, developing assistant principals into leaders who are ready and equipped to successfully lead our schools. This year’s second cohort was also recognized as they begin their journey in the program. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were excited to recognize Sebastian Garcia from Franklin High School, who was selected as one of the recipients of the Student Heroes Award by the state board of education. Sebastian earned this award after completing outstanding volunteer service that benefits his fellow students, school, and his community. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre proudly recognized Colonel Brendan Gallagher for his dedicated service as the outgoing ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees. They also welcomed the new ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees, Colonel Michael Soyka. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize the first cohort to complete the Holdsworth Empower Fellowship leadership program for aspiring principals. The goal of the program is to strengthen El Paso ISD’s leadership pipeline, developing assistant principals into leaders who are ready and equipped to successfully lead our schools. This year’s second cohort was also recognized as they begin their journey in the program. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

🌟 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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

6 months ago, Communications
2025 El Paso ISD Employee Health Fair Tuesday, Septemeber 9 4-7 p.m. at the Starlight Event Center. Health Screenings, vaccines, relax and recharge with free massage therapy, and win big with 80 vendors + giveaways + door prizes!
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Employee receiving a free back massage
A friendly reminder to join us for an informational meeting, where you can learn about Parent Portal, Attendance and the EPISD App. It is important that you are informed about the activities and events that are happening in the school and to have a close communication with your child's teacher. We hope to see you on, Wednesday August 20th at 8:30 am.

Recordatorio amistoso para que nos acompáñe a una reunión informativa donde podrá aprender sobre el Portal para Padres, la Asistencia y la aplicación de EPISD. Es importante que esté informado sobre las actividades y eventos que se llevan a cabo en la escuela y que mantenga una comunicación cercana con el maestro de su hijo. Los esperamos el miercoles 20 de agosto a las 8:30 am.
6 months ago, Herrera Elementary
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Join us for an informational meeting, where you can learn about Parent Portal, Attendance and the EPISD App. It is important that you are informed about the activities and events that are happening in the school and to have a close communication with your child's teacher. We hope to see you on, Wednesday August 20th at 8:30 am.


Acompáñenos a una reunión informativa donde podrá aprender sobre el Portal para Padres, la Asistencia y la aplicación de EPISD. Es importante que esté informado sobre las actividades y eventos que se llevan a cabo en la escuela y que mantenga una comunicación cercana con el maestro de su hijo. Los esperamos el miercoles 20 de agosto a las 8:30 am.
6 months ago, Herrera Elementary
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Polar Bear families, find below the link for our newsletter .

Familias de osos polares , encuentre a continuación el enlace para nuestro boletín de noticias.

https://secure.smore.com/n/wmnfg8-polar-bear-news

6 months ago, Herrera Elementary
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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6 months ago, Communications
Healthy Living Book Club
Healthy Living Nature Walks
Healthy Living Pottery Classes
Healthy Living Photography Classes
Good morning Polar Bear Families!
Just a friendly reminder that the deadline to purchase our Spirit T-Shirts is this Sunday at midnight! We thank you for support to our students and school. Please scan the QR code on the flyer below to order.

¡Buenos días, familias de osos polares!
Les recordamos que la fecha límite para comprar nuestras camiseta escolar es este domingo a la medianoche. Les agradecemos su apoyo a nuestros estudiantes y a la escuela. Escaneen el código QR del folleto a continuación para hacer su pedido.
7 months ago, Herrera Elementary
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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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7 months ago, Communications
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
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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7 months ago, Communications
A MESSAGE FROM MARTHA AGUIRRE INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT
Hello Polar Bear Parents!

We invite you to become a volunteer in or school. Please click on the link below to register or stop by he office, we are happy to guide you through the process fo becoming a volunteer at Herrera Elementary. There are great opportunities to get involved in your child's school activities.

¡Hola, padres de Osos Polares!

Los invitamos a ser voluntarios en nuestra escuela. Hagan clic en el enlace de abajo para registrarse o pasen por la oficina. Con gusto los guiaremos en el proceso para convertirse en voluntarios en la Escuela Primaria Herrera. Hay excelentes oportunidades para participar en las actividades escolares de sus hijos.

https://www.episd.org/page/volunteer

7 months ago, Herrera Elementary
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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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7 months ago, Communications
Connect with your teacher, school and district! El Paso ISD App. It Starts With Us!
Hello Polar Bear Parents!
Thursday we will have our first Chat with the Principal. Join us at 8:30 am in the school library and via zoom at 4:30 pm.

¡Buenas noches, padres de osos polares!
El Jueves tendremos nuestra primera Platica con la Directora. , Acompañenos a las 8:30 am en la biblioteca de la escuela y vía zoom a las 4:30 pm.

Zoom ID: 617 488 5997 Passcode: PolarBears
7 months ago, Herrera Elementary
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Herrera families, find below the link for our newsletter .

Familias de Herrera, encuentre a continuación el enlace para nuestro boletín de noticias.

https://secure.smore.com/n/wmnfg8-polar-bear-news

7 months ago, Herrera Elementary