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☀️ School’s Out for Summer! ☀️

Congratulations to our El Paso ISD students for completing another successful school year! 🎊

While summer is just beginning, registration for the 2026–27 school year is now open. 📚🌟✅

Be ready for the first day of school on Monday, August 3, 2026, by registering today! ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

3 days ago, Communications
Murphree students smile for a group photo

Good afternoon, Hillside Parents,

This is a reminder that students attending Summer School at MacArthur will be transported on Bus #153.

Morning Pick-Up Time: 6:54 AM
Destination: MacArthur Summer School Program

Please have your child at their designated bus stop a few minutes before 6:54 AM to ensure they do not miss the bus.

Students will return on the same bus in the afternoon, with the final stop expected to be around 2:37 PM.

Thank you!


Buenas tardes, familias de Hillside:

Les recordamos que los estudiantes que asistirán a la Escuela de Verano en MacArthur serán transportados en el Autobús #153.

Hora de recogida por la mañana: 6:54 AM
Destino: Programa de Escuela de Verano en MacArthur

Por favor, asegúrense de que su hijo(a) esté en su parada asignada unos minutos antes de las 6:54 AM para evitar perder el autobús.

Los estudiantes regresarán en el mismo autobús por la tarde, y se espera que la última parada sea aproximadamente a las 2:37 PM.

¡Gracias!

3 days ago, Dominic Melendez
Trip Summary by Trip Ordered by Trip Name  Trip: Sum 153 A AM MACARTHUR PK8 June 8-23 2026 STOP	TIME	STUDENTS	LOCATION 1	6:45	0	DEPART DELTA OPERATIONS CENTER 2	6:54	0	HILLSIDE ES 3	6:59	0	HAWKINS ES 4	7:07	0	CIELO VISTA ELEMENTARY 5	7:11	0	ARRIVE MACARTHUR PK8 Trip: Sum 153 A PM MACARTHUR PK8 June 8-23 2026 STOP	TIME	STUDENTS	LOCATION 1	2:07	0	DEPART DELTA OPERATIONS CENTER 2	2:19	0	DEPART MACARTHUR PK8 3	2:22	0	CIELO VISTA ELEMENTARY 4	2:31	0	HAWKINS ES 5	2:37	0	HILLSIDE ES 6	2:46	0	ARRIVE BURGES HS (WH Burges side westbound)
Dear Parents/Guardians,

If you have not already received your child’s STAAR/EOC score report, please check your email for an important message regarding your child’s STAAR assessment results.

This communication includes details about your child’s academic performance, including whether your child met grade-level expectations. We encourage you to review the report carefully once it is received.

If your child did not meet grade-level expectations, you will be asked to acknowledge receipt of this information. Please know that your child will receive additional, targeted support during the 2026–2027 school year. This support will focus on providing high-quality instruction designed to help your child demonstrate growth and achieve academic success.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the school office. Our team is committed to supporting your child every step of the way.

Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s education.

Sincerely,
Alonzo Barraza, Principal



Estimados Padres/Tutores:

Si aún no ha recibido el reporte de resultados STAAR/EOC de su hijo(a), por favor revise su correo electrónico para encontrar un mensaje importante relacionado con los resultados de la evaluación STAAR de su estudiante.

Esta comunicación incluye información sobre el desempeño académico de su hijo(a), incluyendo si alcanzó las expectativas correspondientes a su nivel de grado. Le recomendamos revisar cuidadosamente el reporte una vez que lo reciba.

Si su hijo(a) no alcanzó las expectativas de nivel de grado, se le solicitará que confirme haber recibido esta información. Tenga la seguridad de que su hijo(a) recibirá apoyo adicional y específico durante el ciclo escolar 2026–2027. Este apoyo estará enfocado en brindar instrucción de alta calidad diseñada para ayudarle a demostrar crecimiento académico y alcanzar el éxito escolar.

Si tiene alguna pregunta o necesita información adicional, comuníquese con la oficina de la escuela. Nuestro equipo está comprometido a apoyar a su hijo(a) en cada paso de su proceso educativo.

Gracias por su continua colaboración y apoyo en la educación de su hijo(a).

Atentamente,
Alonzo Barraza, Director
4 days ago, Dominic Melendez

🌟 HAPPENING TOMORROW! 🌟

El Paso community businesses and members in the construction industry are invited to connect with El Paso ISD at our upcoming Procurement Expo! ✅

Join us to learn more about upcoming projects, procurement processes, and how to do business with El Paso ISD. 🤝

⏰ 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
📆 Saturday, June 6
📍 Burges High School, 7800 Edgemere
☎️ For booth reservations and additional information, call 915-230-4851

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/Expo_0606

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

4 days ago, Communications
Navy blue background with text that says Procurement Expo Marking Your Calendar 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 6 Burges HS, 7800 Edgemere
Hillside Families,

This is a reminder that today, Friday, June 5, 2026, is the last day of school and an Early Release Day. Students will be dismissed at 12:00 PM.

Please make arrangements to pick up your child at that time.

Thank you for a wonderful school year. We wish all of our Hillside families a safe and enjoyable summer break!



Familias de Hillside,

Les recordamos que hoy, viernes 5 de junio de 2026, es el último día de clases y habrá salida temprana. Los estudiantes saldrán a las 12:00 PM.

Por favor, hagan los arreglos necesarios para recoger a sus hijos a esa hora.

Gracias por un excelente año escolar. ¡Les deseamos a todas nuestras familias de Hillside unas vacaciones de verano seguras y agradables!
4 days ago, Dominic Melendez

Hillside Families,

This is a reminder that Friday, June 5, 2026, is the last day of school and an Early Release Day. Students will be dismissed at 12:00 PM.

Please make arrangements to pick up your child at that time.

We wish all of our Hillside families a safe and enjoyable summer break!


Familias de Hillside,

Les recordamos que el viernes 5 de junio de 2026 es el último día de clases y habrá salida temprana. Los estudiantes saldrán a las 12:00 PM.

Por favor, hagan los arreglos necesarios para recoger a sus hijos a esa hora.

¡Les deseamos a todas nuestras familias de Hillside unas vacaciones de verano seguras y agradables!

4 days ago, Dominic Melendez

Hillside Families,

Emergence Health Network will be hosting a Back 2 School Symposium on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Starlight Event Center (6650 Continental Dr., 6th Floor, El Paso, TX 79925).

The event will offer free school supplies, food, activities, and more while supplies last.

Please see the attached flyer for additional information.


Familias de Hillside,

Emergence Health Network llevará a cabo un Simposio de Regreso a Clases el sábado 18 de julio de 2026, de 10:00 AM a 3:00 PM en el Starlight Event Center (6650 Continental Dr., 6.º piso, El Paso, TX 79925).

El evento ofrecerá útiles escolares gratuitos, comida, actividades y mucho más, hasta agotar existencias.

Por favor, consulte el volante adjunto para más información.

5 days ago, Dominic Melendez
BACK 2 SCHOOL SYMPOSIUM Brought to you by  Emergence Health Network Child and Adolescent Clinic  📅 JULY 18, 2026  🕒 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  📍 Starlight Event Center 6th floor 6650 Continental Dr. El Paso, Texas 79925  FREE SCHOOL SUPPLIES, FOOD, ACTIVITIES, AND MORE!  While supplies last  For more information, visit EmergenceHealthNetwork.org  Emergence Health Network  60 years
REMINDER: EARLY RELEASE FRIDAY! 📆✅

El Paso ISD will have early release for students on Friday, June 5, for the last day of school! 🏫📚🌟

Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.

View the early release schedule here ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 days ago, Communications
Last Day of School Early Release June 5, 2026 graphic with students jumping in air with backpacks on

✅📆 MARK YOUR CALENDAR 📆 ✅

El Paso ISD invites local community businesses and members in the construction industry to our upcoming Procurement Expo! 🌟

Join us to learn more about upcoming projects, procurement processes, and how to do business with El Paso ISD. 🤝

⏰ 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
📆 Saturday, June 6
📍 Burges High School, 7800 Edgemere
☎️ For booth reservations and additional information, call 915-230-4851

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/Expo_0606

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

6 days ago, Communications
Navy blue background with text that says Procurement Expo Marking Your Calendar 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 6 Burges HS, 7800 Edgemere

Good morning, parents,

Good news! Hillside apparel orders are now ready for pickup. Please stop by the front office to pick up your order at your convenience between 10:00AM - 4:30PM

If you are unable to stop by, please call (915) 236-0100 and ask for Dominic Melendez so we can arrange to send the order home with your student today.

Any apparel orders that are not picked up by the end of today will be sent home with students on Tuesday.

Thank you for supporting Hillside Elementary!



Buenos días, padres de familia:

¡Buenas noticias! Los pedidos de ropa de Hillside ya están listos para recoger. Por favor, pase por la oficina principal para recoger su pedido cuando le sea conveniente entre las 10:00 a. m. y las 4:30 p. m.

Si no puede pasar a recogerlo, llame al (915) 236-0100 y pregunte por Dominic Melendez para que podamos enviar el pedido a casa con su estudiante el día de hoy.

Todos los pedidos de ropa que no sean recogidos antes de que termine el día de hoy serán enviados a casa con los estudiantes el martes.

¡Gracias por apoyar a la Escuela Primaria Hillside!

8 days ago, Dominic Melendez

HAPPENING TODAY: COPA DE DISTRICT! ⚽🌟

The excitement continues as we head into the Semifinals and Finals! 🏆🔥

Come out and cheer on our student-athletes as they compete and represent their campuses with pride. 👏

See you there!
⏰ First match starts at 8:30 a.m.
📆 Saturday, May 30
📍 Bowie High School

See the full schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/copa

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #CopadeDistrict

10 days ago, Communications
Graphic with students playing soccer with text that says Copa de District 2026 UPDATED BRACKETS! Saturday, May 30: Semifinals & Finals Presented by Southwest University El Paso Children's Hospital Official Healthcare Partner

Hillside Apparel Orders Have Arrived!

Good news! Hillside apparel orders are now available for pickup.

Parents may pick up their orders today until 4:30 PM. If you are unable to come today, orders may also be picked up on Monday, June 1, from 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM.


¡Los pedidos de ropa de Hillside ya llegaron!

¡Buenas noticias! Los pedidos de ropa de Hillside ya están disponibles para recogerse.

Los padres pueden pasar por sus pedidos hoy hasta las 4:30 PM. Si no pueden venir hoy, también podrán recogerlos el lunes 1 de junio de 8:15 AM a 4:30 PM.

10 days ago, Dominic Melendez
Stay Connected with the El Paso ISD App! 📲🌟

Through the app, you can:
✅ Receive school updates
✅ Communicate with educators through the Rooms feature
✅ Access classwork, assignments, and materials

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/app-central

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
11 days ago, Communications
Yellow graphic with woman smiling pointing at phone with text that says Connect with your teacher, school, district EPISD App Download the App! Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play
El Paso community businesses and members in the construction industry are invited to connect with El Paso ISD at our upcoming Procurement Expo! 🌟

Join us for a morning of networking, a light breakfast, and insightful conversations about upcoming projects, procurement processes, and how to do business with El Paso ISD. 🤝

⏰ 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
📆 Saturday, June 6
📍 Burges High School, 7800 Edgemere
☎️ For booth reservations and additional information, call 915-230-4851

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
12 days ago, Communications
Graphic with photo of EPISD central office with text that says Procurement Expo. Join us for a morning of networking, a light breakfast, and fireside chat. Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026 Time: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Burges High School 7800 Edgemere Who Should Attend? El Paso Community Business and Construction industry. One District. Our Community. Our Future. Hosted By: EPISD Operations & Support Services. For more information or to set up a booth call 915-230-4851. Learn about upcoming projects, procurement processes, and how to do business with EPISD.
Celebrate the #EPISDClassof2026 with us and sign our digital guestbook! 🎓🌟

Families, friends, and community members are invited to share words of encouragement, congratulations, and support to our amazing graduates! 👏🎊

Send a message here ➡️ www.episd.org/grad2026

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
12 days ago, Communications
Graphic with photos of El Paso ISD graduates from CCTA, Franklin, Irvin, and El Paso High with text that says Celebrating the Class of 2026 Write a Message to our graduates!
Photos of Franklin High School graduates with text that says Class of 2026 Grad Messages To: Aliyah. From: Your Aunt Congratulations Aliyah! No matter where life takes you or how far away you go, I'm proud of you and all that you accomplished! Go Cougars!
Photos of Chapin High School graduates with text that says Class of 2026 Grad Messages To; Nathaniel. From: Lorenzo & Cindy YOU DID IT GRANDSON! You're off to great places mijo, may the opportunities take you to the most special places. We love you to time indefinite! Go Huskies!
Photos of Austin High School graduates with text that says Class of 2026 Grad Messages To: Lexy. From: Grandma Lexy, I am so proud of your accomplishments, may the next Chapter in your life be everything you dream!!! Love, you, Grandma. Go Panthers!

Check out some action shots from the inaugural El Paso ISD Copa de District matches! ⚽🔥

Don't miss the Semifinals and Finals this Saturday, May 30, at Bowie High School! 🏆🌟

See the full schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/copa

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #CopadeDistrict

12 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD students playing soccer at the Copa de District matches
El Paso ISD students playing soccer at the Copa de District matches
El Paso ISD students hugging during Copa de District match
El Paso ISD students wait for coin toss at the Copa de District match
Stronger Schools Through Shared Investment! 🌟

A year full of ideas, collaboration, and strategies comes to a close with our 2025-26 Superintendent Teacher Advisory Council. 📚🌟

We're grateful for the time and partnership our educators have dedicated to strengthening El Paso ISD. 👏

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
12 days ago, Communications
Superintendent Teacher Advisory Council takes group photo with Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk
Superintendent Teacher Advisory Council members asking a question
Superintendent Teacher Advisory Council listening to a presenter
Superintendent Teacher Advisory Council members take a group photo

Join us this Friday, May 29, 2026 as Hillside Elementary celebrates Military Appreciation Month by honoring our military heroes and families! 🇺🇸

We welcome all active and retired military families, as well as parents, to join students for a special Family Fitness Fun Friday during their scheduled P.E. time.

Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Please see the flyer for grade-level P.E. schedule details.


¡Acompáñenos este viernes 29 de mayo de 2026 para celebrar el Mes de Apreciación Militar en Hillside Elementary! 🇺🇸

Invitamos a todas las familias militares activas y retiradas, al igual que a los padres de familia, a acompañar a los estudiantes durante su tiempo de P.E. para un divertido Family Fitness Fun Friday.

¡Gracias por su servicio y apoyo! Esperamos celebrar con ustedes.

Favor de revisar el volante para ver el horario de P.E. por grado.

13 days ago, Dominic Melendez
Military Appreciation Month HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Honoring Our Heroes Need more info? Give us a call! (915) 236-0100 4500 Clifton Ave El Paso, Tx 79903 We welcome all Military families (Active and retired) As well as parents to join the students for a Family Fitness fun friday! P.E. Schedule  5th- 10:30 - 11:15 A.M. 4th- 9:00 - 9:45 a.M. 3rd- 8:15 - 9:00 a.m. 2nd- 1:55 - 2:40 p.M. Pre-K4 & pre-k3 12:12 - 1:00 P.M. 1st- 9:45 - 10:30 A.M Kinder- 2:40- 3:25 P.M. friday May 29th, 2026
El Paso ISD will have early release for students on Friday, June 5, for the last day of school! 🏫📚🌟

Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.

View the early release schedule here ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
13 days ago, Communications
Photo of four students jumping with hands up and text that says Last Day of School Early Release June 5, 2026
El Paso ISD honors and remembers the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country this Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MemorialDay
15 days ago, Communications
Graphic with American Flag that says Memorial Day Honoring all who served with El Paso ISD logo