Happy Star Trek Day! 🖖🌟

Did you know that the visionary behind Star Trek, Gene Roddenberry, is also the namesake of our very own Planetarium? 🪐🌌

Join us for free monthly shows where you can explore the wonders of our solar system! ✅

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/planetarium

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #StarTrek
6 months ago, Communications
Photo of community members enjoying Planetarium
Families looks up at Planetarium screen
Planetarium staff members smile for a group photo
Families looks up at Planetarium screen
Happy National Grandparents Day to all the amazing grandparents in our El Paso ISD family! ❤️

We're proud to celebrate the support you bring to our students, staff, and community every day. 🌟

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6 months ago, Communications
Happy Grandparents Day from El Paso ISD
Thank you to our incredible El Paso ISD staff for participating in the Operation Search Telethon! 📞

Our dedicated staff are committed to bringing students back to the classroom to keep learning and thriving at El Paso ISD! 🌟💪🎉

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6 months ago, Communications
EPISD staff participating in the Operation Search Telethon
EPISD staff participating in the Operation Search Telethon
EPISD staff participating in the Operation Search Telethon
EPISD staff participating in the Operation Search Telethon
El Paso ISD staff are dialing in to put students first! 🌟 During our telethon, team members are reaching out to parents to check on student absences, make sure they’re okay, and help get kids back to class. 🏫📚👏

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6 months ago, Communications
EPISD staff participating in the Operation Search Telethon
Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre kicks off the Right Here Right Now attendance campaign with the Operation Search Telethon. 📞🌟👏

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6 months ago, Communications
Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre speaks to El Paso ISD staff before Operation Search Telethon
El Paso ISD staff during Operation Search Telethon
Staff member answering calls at Operation Search Telethon
Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre smiles for a photo with CCTE staff
HAPPENING NEXT WEEK: El Paso ISD Employee Health Fair 🩺❤️‍🩹

Enjoy health screenings, vaccines, massage therapy, giveaways, and over 80 vendors! 🌟

💉 Vaccinations
• Flu
• COVID
• Pneumonia
• Tdap
• MMR (measles)
• Shinges
• RSV

⚕ Health Screenings
• Glucose
• Cholesterol
• Blood pressure
• BMI
• Diabetes risk
• Knee and injury
• Vein screening
• Spinal and neck screening

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/benefits

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6 months ago, Communications
You are invited! El Paso ISD Employee Health Fair Tuesday, September 9 from 4-7 p.m. at the starlight event center
Met Life employee smiles and waves at camera
El Paso ISD fill out paperwork to receive blood pressure and glucose screenings
Overall shot of 2025 El Paso ISD Employee Health Fair event
Happy Labor Day Coyote Families! Please see the attached newsletter for what is happening this week at Kohlberg: https://secure.smore.com/n/hcpfu
6 months ago, Patricia Bazan
September 1st marks the start of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The El Paso ISD family offers our heartfelt support to all those bravely facing this disease.

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6 months ago, Communications
Septemeber is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
El Paso ISD will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. We wish our community a safe weekend! 🌟

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

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6 months ago, Communications
Have a safe Labor Day weekend! District closed Monday, Sept. 1 no school for students.
Dear El Paso ISD families,

As a precaution all High School football games are delayed and Middle School Baseball and Softball are cancelled for this evening, Thursday, Aug 28.
6 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD logo
📣 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
El Paso ISD logo
Reminder to purchase your pozole tickets for Friday the 5th in the cafeteria for $6. Last day to buy is Tuesday.
6 months ago, Patricia Bazan
Dear Parents,
If you would like to refer your child for testing in our Gifted and Talented (GT) Program, please complete the referral form using the QR code or link provided on the flyer. Referrals are open for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
📌 Important Notes:
2nd grade students do not need a referral, as all students in 2nd grade (unless already identified as GT) will be tested automatically.
The referral deadline is October 31st.
Testing will begin in November for referred students in grades 1st–5th.
Kindergarten referrals will be tested in January.
Students who score at a high level on their MAPS assessment may also be invited to test.
📅 GT Informational Meeting
We invite you to join us during Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 16th at 5:15 PM in the community room to learn more about the GT Program.
🎯 GT Project Requirements:
Grades 1st–5th: Two GT projects to be presented at our GT Fair in May 2026
Kindergarten: One GT project to be presented at the GT Fair
If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Ford, Librarian.
Thank you!
Kind Regards,
Cheryl Ford
Kohlberg Librarian
6 months ago, Patricia Bazan
Gifted and talented
🌟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! 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
6 months ago, Communications
federal impact aid form eligibility categories include military families, military housing, federal employees low-rent housing indian lands
Shoutout to 1st grade for being the first grade level to have all members join PTA. Please see Mrs. Monsen for your prize!
6 months ago, Patricia Bazan
Good afternoon parents,
HB 6 required TEA to provide to each school district a report identifying each law relating to school discipline that was amended or added by the 89th Legislature. TEA has prepared the attached document designed for families to explain the general requirements of student discipline and laws that were recently changed.
6 months ago, Patricia Bazan
TEA 1
TEA 2
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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
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!
Employee receiving a vaccine
Employee receiving information from a vendor
Employee receiving a free back massage
Kohlberg Elementary is excited to host a Grandparents’ Breakfast/Luncheon on September 5th!
Tickets will be available starting Thursday, August 21st, and the final day to purchase is September 2nd.
For additional details, please see the attached flyer.
6 months ago, Patricia Bazan
Grandparents Day 2025