🌟🏆 PRINCIPAL ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE 🏆🌟

Principals, students, and staff across the district went all out with fun and creative ways to boost attendance, and now YOU 🫵 get to crown the champion! 🙌

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

Voting is open through Friday, Nov. 21. ✅

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about 10 hours ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge graphic

🇺🇸 Thank You, Veterans! 🇺🇸
We honor and thank all who have served our country.
Your bravery and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Veteran’s Day Tuesday November 11th, 2025. No School

No habrá escuela el martes 11 de noviembre del 2025, dia de los veteranos

about 15 hours ago, Dominic Melendez
Veteran’s Day Hillside Elementary School tuesday november 11th, 2025 NO School No habrá escuela el martes 11 de noviembre del 2025 dia de los veteranos
REMINDER: El Paso ISD will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day. 🇺🇸

Regular school and office hours will resume on Wednesday, Nov. 12. ✅

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #VeteransDay
about 18 hours ago, Communications
Veterans Day Nov. 11 No School District Closed
🌟 HAPPENING TOMORROW! 🌟

Join us at the El Paso ISD Special Education Job Fair! 📚 Don't forget to bring your resume and be ready to interview. ✅

⏰ 3–6 p.m.
📅 Thursday, Nov. 6
📍 Professional Development Center | 6500 Boeing Dr

Explore our vacancies and apply today! ➡️ episd.org/jobs

Learn more about the job fair ➡️ bit.ly/Jobs_1030

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6 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD It Starts With Us Job Fair for Special Education Positions for teachers, paraprofessionals, and substitutes on Thursday, November 6 from 3-6 p.m. at the Professional Development Center (PDC) at 6500 Boeing Dr
El Paso ISD will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. 🌟 We salute our veterans for their service and sacrifice. 🇺🇸

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #VeteransDay
6 days ago, Communications
Veterans Day Nov. 11 No School District Closed
November is Military Family Appreciation Month! 🌟

We’re proud to support more than 8,000 military-connected students and their families across El Paso ISD. ❤️ Thank you for being part of our community! 🙌

Learn more about our military support ➡️ www.episd.org/o/episd/page/military-engagement

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
7 days ago, Communications
Military mom and her son smiling for a photo
Join us for a Thanksgiving Feast!
Hillside Elementary is inviting all families to celebrate Thanksgiving together on Thursday, November 20th, 2025, during your child’s lunchtime. Enjoy a warm, homemade-style meal featuring roasted turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, fresh fruit, and a delicious pumpkin dessert.

Pre-sale tickets are $9.00 and available online at episd.schoolcashonline.com
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Tickets must be purchased by November 18th — no sales on the event day.
Limit 2 adults per student. Meals must be consumed on campus.
7 days ago, Dominic Melendez
Happy Thanksgiving Hillside Elementary & EPISD Food & Nutrition Services warmly invites you to join your child for our traditional Thanksgiving Feast during their lunchtime on Thursday November 20th, 2025 Pre-sale tickets are available for $9.00 on https://episd.schoolcashonline.com/ No tickets will be sold on the event day. Last day to purchase tickets will be Nov 18th, 2025 Meals must be consumed on campus. *Only 2 Tickets OR 2 Adults per Student* Harvest Delight: - Roasted Turkey with Savory Stuffing - Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Rich Gravy - Seasoned Green Beans - Fresh Seasonal Fruit - Warm, Fluffy Bread Roll - Decadent Pumpkin Dessert - Refreshing Iced Tea or Cold Milk
🌟 November is Native American Heritage Month! 🌟

El Paso ISD proudly honors the history, cultures, and countless contributions of Native American communities whose legacies inspire generations. ❤️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
10 days ago, Communications
November is Native American Heritage Month
🌟⏰ FALL BACK THIS WEEKEND ⏰🌟

Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour before bed tonight as daylight saving time ends on Sunday, Nov. 2! ✅

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
10 days ago, Communications
Don't forget Nov. 2 Daylight Saving Ends Turn clocks back
A Drug-Free Future Starts With Us! 🌟

El Paso ISD students celebrated #RedRibbonWeek by promoting positive choices and committing to a drug-free lifestyle. ❤️

Learn more about Red Ribbon Week ➡️ www.dea.gov/redribbon

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #RedRibbonWeek
10 days ago, Communications
El Paso High School students pose with giant DEA red ribbon for Red Ribbon Week
Irvin High School students pose with giant DEA red ribbon for Red Ribbon Week
🎃Happy Halloween, El Paso ISD!🎃

Wishing everyone a spook-tacular day filled with costumes, candy, and lots of fun! 👻 Stay safe while trick-or-treating, and don’t forget to brush your teeth tonight! 🍬

More photos ➡️ bit.ly/EPISDHalloween25

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #Halloween
10 days ago, Communications
CCTE students and staff dressed up for Halloween
Staff dressed as clowns
Hillside students dressed up as Minecraft, Batman, and Sonic
Silva students dressed up as crayola crayons
Friendly reminder to help support our students by completing the Local Income Verification Form by Friday, Oct. 31, to help ensure our schools continue to receive important Title I funding.

Learn more ➡️ https://www.episd.org/page/localincomeverificationform

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
11 days ago, Communications
Support our students by completing the Local Income Verification Form

Tomorrow Friday October 31st is an early release day! Students will be dismissed at 12:00 PM. Please make sure to pick up your child promptly at that time.

¡Mañana viernes 31 de octubre, habrá salida temprana! Los estudiantes saldrán a las 12:00 p. m. Por favor, asegúrese de recoger a su hijo(a) puntualmente a esa hora.

12 days ago, Dominic Melendez
EARLY RELEASE Hillside Elementary School FRIDAY october 31ST, 2025 (STUDENTS) @ 12:00 P.M. El VIERNES 31 de OCTUBRE del 2025 los estudiantes saldran a las salida temprano EARLY RELEASE Hillside Elementary School FRIDAY october 31ST, 2025 (STUDENTS) @ 12:00 P.M. El VIERNES 31 de OCTUBRE del 2025 los estudiantes saldran a las salida temprano
Join us at the El Paso ISD Special Education Job Fair! 🌟

We’re looking for dedicated individuals to support our students through the following roles:
✅ SPED Teachers
✅ SPED Paraprofessionals
✅ SPED Substitutes

⏰ 3–6 p.m.
📅 Thursday, Nov. 6
📍 Professional Development Center | 6500 Boeing Dr

Don't forget to bring your resume and be ready to interview! 🙌

Explore our vacancies and apply today! ➡️ episd.org/jobs

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
12 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD It Starts With Us Job Fair for Special Education Positions for teachers, paraprofessionals, and substitutes on Thursday, November 6 from 3-6 p.m. at the Professional Development Center (PDC) at 6500 Boeing Dr
REMINDER: EARLY RELEASE TOMORROW🌟

El Paso ISD students will have early release Friday, Oct. 31. 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
12 days ago, Communications
Early Release for students
🌟 HAPPENING TODAY! 🌟

Don’t miss the final day of our Superintendent Search Community Meetings! ✅ We’re inviting the entire El Paso ISD community to share their valuable input to help shape the leadership profile for our next superintendent.

🗓 Thursday, October 30
📍 1:30 p.m. at Polk Elementary
📍 5:30 p.m. at Don Haskins PK-8

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/communitysuperprocess

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
12 days ago, Communications
Superintendent Search El Paso ISD It Starts With Us

The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees invites you to take part in shaping the future of our district. As we begin the search for our next superintendent, your voice matters.


Meeting Schedule:

Tuesday, Oct. 28
- 1:30 p.m. at Guillen Middle School
- 5:30 p.m. at Hartley PK–8

Wednesday, Oct. 29
- 1:30 p.m. at Whitaker Elementary
- 5:30 p.m. at Bobby Joe Hill PK–8

Thursday, Oct. 30
- 1:30 p.m. at Polk Elementary
- 5:30 p.m. at Haskins PK–8

13 days ago, Dominic Melendez
Estimadas familias de El Paso ISD: La mesa Directiva del Distrito Escolar Independiente de El Paso le invita a participar en la construcción del futuro de nuestro distrito. Al iniciar la búsqueda de nuestro próximo superintendente, su opinión es importante. La próxima semana se celebrarán seis reuniones comunitarias del 28 al 30 de octubre para recabar la opinión de las familias, el personal y la comunidad. Sus comentarios contribuirán a la elaboración del perfil de liderazgo del próximo superintendente. Para facilitar la participación de todos, se celebrarán dos reuniones diarias: una al mediodía y otra por la tarde. Habrá intérpretes de español disponibles en cada sesión. Horario de la reunión: • Martes 28 de octubre o 1:30 pm en la escuela intermedia Guillén o 5:30 pm en Hartley PK–8 • Miércoles 29 de octubre o 1:30 pm en la escuela primaria Whitaker o 5:30 pm en Bobby Joe Hill PK–8 • Jueves 30 de octubre o 1:30 pm en la escuela primaria Polk o 5:30 pm en Haskins PK–8 Si no puede asistir en persona, aún puede compartir sus comentarios completando el Cuestionario de perfil de liderazgo escaneando el codigo QR: Su participación es vital mientras trabajamos juntos para identificar las cualidades y la experiencia que guiarán a El Paso ISD hacia el futuro. Gracias por ayudarnos a garantizar que se escuchen todas las voces. El Paso ISD
Dear El Paso ISD families, The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees invites you to take part in shaping the future of our district. As we begin the search for our next superintendent, your voice matters. Next week there will be a series of six community meetings from October 28 – 30 to gather input from families, staff, and community members. Your feedback will help develop the leadership profile for the next superintendent. To make it easy for everyone to participate, two meetings will be held each day. There will be a meeting held at midday and another in the evening. Spanish interpreters will be available at every session. Meeting Schedule: • Tuesday, Oct. 28 o 1:30 p.m. at Guillen Middle School o 5:30 p.m. at Hartley PK–8 • Wednesday, Oct. 29 o 1:30 p.m. at Whitaker Elementary o 5:30 p.m. at Bobby Joe Hill PK–8 • Thursday, Oct. 30 o 1:30 p.m. at Polk Elementary o 5:30 p.m. at Haskins PK–8 If you are unable to attend in person, you can still share your input by completing the Leadership Profile Questionnaire by scanning the QR code: Your participation is vital as we work together to identify the qualities and experience that will guide El Paso ISD into the future. Thank you for helping us ensure that every voice is heard. El Paso ISD
Join us for today's Superintendent Search Community Meetings! 🌟

Be part of the conversation and help shape the leadership profile for our next superintendent. ✅

🗓 Wednesday, October 29
📍 1:30 p.m. at Whitaker Elementary
📍 5:30 p.m. at Bobby Joe Hill PK-8

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/communitysuperprocess

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
13 days ago, Communications
Superintendent Search El Paso ISD It Starts With Us
HAPPENING TODAY: Superintendent Search Community Meeting

The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees invites you to be part of the search for our next superintendent. ✅

Join us for today’s community meetings and help shape the future of our district:
🗓 Tuesday, October 28
📍 1:30 p.m. at Guillen MS
📍 5:30 p.m. at Hartley PK-8

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/communitysuperprocess

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
14 days ago, Communications
Superintendent Search El Paso ISD It Starts With Us
Lights. Camera. Action! 📽️🌟

The deadline for in-competition entries for the 2026 El Paso ISD Student Film Festival is tomorrow, Tuesday, Oct 28, 2025. ✅

We are so excited to see what our talented students produce! 🙌

Fill out the interest form ➡️ https://forms.office.com/r/nerrrkeZ6r

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
15 days ago, Communications
Film Festival El Paso ISD graphic