Early release day at 12:00
When: Friday May 22, 2026

Día de salida temprana a las 12:00
Cuándo: Viernes, 22 de mayo de 2026
14 minutes ago, Ms. Yoshimoto
Tomorrow we will be selling the Pre-k and 5th grade graduation plaque for $20.00

Mañana estaremos vendiendo la placa de graduación de Pre-K y de 5.º grado por $20.00.
20 minutes ago, Ms. Yoshimoto
Lamar

📢 REMINDER: El Paso ISD schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

Students and teachers will also have an early release on Friday, May 22. 🌟 Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.

Stay informed on important district dates and view the early release schedule here ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MemorialDay

about 6 hours ago, Communications
Graphic of American Flag in background with text that says Remember & Honor Memorial Day Early Release Friday, May 22, 2026 District Closed Monday, May 25, 2026
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize students and staff for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on May 19, 2026, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
about 20 hours ago, Communications
Photo of El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize our exceptional volunteers who have made a lasting impact through the Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS) program.    These dedicated individuals contributed more than 100 hours of volunteer service throughout the school year, generously giving their time and support to help students and schools thrive. 📚🌟   Thank you to the amazing VIPS from Bobby Joe Hill PK-8 and Tom Lea Elementary School! 👏   #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize two Franklin High School students who have earned a full-ride scholarship through the Terry Foundation Scholarship. 🌟  Congratulations to Catherine Whitlatch and Mayram Lizarraga. 🎊   #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of . El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk proudly recognized Adalberto Guerrero from Burges High School for earning two distinguished honors: the Outstanding Teacher Dedication to National History Day Award and the John C. Crain Texas State Historical Association Award.    These prestigious recognitions celebrate his exceptional commitment to student learning, historical inquiry, and academic excellence. 📚🌟 Congratulations! 👏   #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize Blueberry Carrillo from Burges High School for earning national recognition in the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards! 🎨   Competing against more than 111,000 students nationwide, Blueberry earned an impressive Silver Medal along with a $2,000 scholarship. 👏🌟 Congratulations! 🎊   #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of  El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize students from Andress High School for qualifying for the prestigious National History Day competition and earning the honor of representing Texas at the Smithsonian Institution as part of the National History Day celebrations! 🌟   Congratulations to Guiliana Williams, Matthew Rodriguez, and Abel Castanon. 👏🎊   #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize students and staff for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on May 19, 2026, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
about 20 hours ago, Communications
Photo of  El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize the excellence of El Paso ISD’s soccer programs. ⚽🏆 Congratulations to our amazing athletes! 👏  🌟 Burges Boys Soccer – State Regional Finals Winners  🌟 Coronado Boys Soccer – Area Winners  🌟Bowie Boys Soccer - Area Winners  🌟 Burges Girls Soccer – Bi-District Winners  🌟 El Paso High Girls Soccer – Bi-District Winners    #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of  El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize the excellence of El Paso ISD’s soccer programs. ⚽🏆 Congratulations to our amazing athletes! 👏  🌟 Burges Boys Soccer – State Regional Finals Winners  🌟 Coronado Boys Soccer – Area Winners  🌟Bowie Boys Soccer - Area Winners  🌟 Burges Girls Soccer – Bi-District Winners  🌟 El Paso High Girls Soccer – Bi-District Winners    #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of  El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize the excellence of El Paso ISD’s soccer programs. ⚽🏆 Congratulations to our amazing athletes! 👏  🌟 Burges Boys Soccer – State Regional Finals Winners  🌟 Coronado Boys Soccer – Area Winners  🌟Bowie Boys Soccer - Area Winners  🌟 Burges Girls Soccer – Bi-District Winners  🌟 El Paso High Girls Soccer – Bi-District Winners    #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of  El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize the excellence of El Paso ISD’s soccer programs. ⚽🏆 Congratulations to our amazing athletes! 👏  🌟 Burges Boys Soccer – State Regional Finals Winners  🌟 Coronado Boys Soccer – Area Winners  🌟Bowie Boys Soccer - Area Winners  🌟 Burges Girls Soccer – Bi-District Winners  🌟 El Paso High Girls Soccer – Bi-District Winners    #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of  El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize the excellence of El Paso ISD’s soccer programs. ⚽🏆 Congratulations to our amazing athletes! 👏  🌟 Burges Boys Soccer – State Regional Finals Winners  🌟 Coronado Boys Soccer – Area Winners  🌟Bowie Boys Soccer - Area Winners  🌟 Burges Girls Soccer – Bi-District Winners  🌟 El Paso High Girls Soccer – Bi-District Winners    #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of  El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize champions of the Texas Region VEX Robotics state competition. 🌟   Congratulations to our teams from Center for Career and Technology Education, Chapin High School, Coronado High School, and Franklin High School. 👏    #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of  El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize champions of the Texas Region VEX Robotics state competition. 🌟   Congratulations to our teams from Center for Career and Technology Education, Chapin High School, Coronado High School, and Franklin High School. 👏    #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of  El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize champions of the Texas Region VEX Robotics state competition. 🌟   Congratulations to our teams from Center for Career and Technology Education, Chapin High School, Coronado High School, and Franklin High School. 👏    #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of  El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize champions of the Texas Region VEX Robotics state competition. 🌟   Congratulations to our teams from Center for Career and Technology Education, Chapin High School, Coronado High School, and Franklin High School. 👏    #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Photo of  El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize champions of the Texas Region VEX Robotics state competition. 🌟   Congratulations to our teams from Center for Career and Technology Education, Chapin High School, Coronado High School, and Franklin High School. 👏    #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Marching with Pride! 🇺🇸

El Paso ISD campuses proudly filled the streets of Fort Bliss with patriotism and school spirit during the 7th Annual Armed Forces Day Parade. 🌟

We’re honored to support more than 8,000 military-connected students and families who strengthen our community every day. 📚💜

Learn more about our military support ➡️ www.episd.org/militaryengagement

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MilitaryAppreciationMonth
about 22 hours ago, Communications
MacArthur PK-8 students and staff participating in Armed Forces Parade
Chapin High School band students and staff participating in Armed Forces Parade
Fort Bliss Army begins parade with flag presentation
Bliss Elementary School students and staff participating in Armed Forces Parade
Good Afternoon Lamar Parents!
Students can wear free dress, but only on the day of their ceremony. If it is not the day of their grade level ceremony they MUST wear their uniform. Thank you in advance for your understanding. 💛💚


¡Buenas tardes, padres de Lamar!
¡Ya se acercan las ceremonias!
Los estudiantes pueden asistir con vestimenta libre , pero únicamente el día de su ceremonia. Si no es el día de la ceremonia de su grado, DEBEN usar su uniforme. Gracias de antemano por su comprensión. 💛💚
1 day ago, Ms. Yoshimoto
Ceremony schedule
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
1 day ago, Communications
El Paso ISD logo with text that says Board Meeting
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
1 day ago, Communications
El Paso ISD logo with text that says Board Meeting
Good Afternoon Lamar Parents!
Students can wear free dress, but only on the day of their ceremony. If it is not the day of their grade level ceremony they MUST wear their uniform. Thank you in advance for your understanding. 💛💚


¡Buenas tardes, padres de Lamar!
¡Ya se acercan las ceremonias!
Los estudiantes pueden asistir con vestimenta libre , pero únicamente el día de su ceremonia. Si no es el día de la ceremonia de su grado, DEBEN usar su uniforme. Gracias de antemano por su comprensión. 💛💚
1 day ago, Ms. Yoshimoto
ceremony schedule
Good Afternoon Lamar Parents!
Students can wear free dress, but only on the day of their ceremony. If it is not the day of their grade level ceremony they MUST wear their uniform. Thank you in advance for your understanding. 💛💚


¡Buenas tardes, padres de Lamar!
¡Ya se acercan las ceremonias!
Los estudiantes pueden asistir con vestimenta libre , pero únicamente el día de su ceremonia. Si no es el día de la ceremonia de su grado, DEBEN usar su uniforme. Gracias de antemano por su comprensión. 💛💚
2 days ago, Ms. Yoshimoto
ceremony schedule

El Paso ISD welcomes new and returning families to register for the 2026-27 school year. 📚🏫 ✅

Getting registered is easy with just three steps:
1️⃣ Complete online registration
2️⃣ Upload documents
3️⃣ Get support if you need it

Start your journey with us and reserve your child's spot today! ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #Registration

4 days ago, Communications
Graphic with student holding sign that says Three Easy Steps with additional text that says Online Registration Now Open PreK-12th episd.org/why-us Step 1 Complete Online Registration Step 2 Upload Documents Step 3 Get support if you need it

The stars aligned for an unforgettable evening celebrating our shining staff at the Teacher of the Year and Educational Support Personnel of the Year Awards Celebration! 🏆🌌🌟

View the highlights ➡️ bit.ly/TOYESP_26

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

5 days ago, Communications
2025-26 El Paso ISD Teacher of the Year and Educational Support Personnel of the Year winners
Teacher of the Year and Educational Support Personnel of the Year presenters smile
El Paso ISD staff and Trustee Alex Cuellar take group photo
El Paso ISD member holds fist in the air with joy after receiving their Teacher of the Year and Educational Support Personnel of the Year  award while Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk smiles at them

📢 REMINDER: Upcoming Early Release & Memorial Day Closure

El Paso ISD families, please note the upcoming schedule changes next week. 🌟

📆 Friday, May 22: Early release for students and teachers
📆 Monday, May 25: District closed

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

Stay informed on important district dates and view the early release schedule here ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MemorialDay

5 days ago, Communications
graphic with american flag and text that says Memorial Day Remember & Honor Early Release Friday, May 22, 2026 District Closed Monday, May 25, 2026
Rudolph Auto Group and Rudolph Helping Hands have a very special surprise to celebrate our staff at this evening’s El Paso ISD 2026 Teacher of the Year and Educational Support Personnel. 🌟

What do you think it is? 🌠 And who do you think will win? 👏🏆

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
6 days ago, Communications
Galaxy graphic with photo of ribbon bow in center and Rudolph Chevrolet, Honda, Mazda, Volkswagen, and Body & Paint logo with text that says  2025-26 El Paso ISD Teacher of the Year and Educational Support Personnel
Hello parents and guardians,
You MUST submit one of the following to have a COMPLETE REGISTRATION

Water bill
Gas bill
Electric bill
Rental contract
7 days ago, Ms. Yoshimoto
Hello parents and guardians
Today we have the food pantry until 11:30 am
Tomorrow the food pantry will be from 9:00 am - 1:00p.m.

Hola, padres y tutores,,
Hoy tendremos el banco de alimentos hasta las 11:30 a. m.
Mañana, el banco de alimentos estará disponible de 9:00 a. m. a 1:00 p. m.
7 days ago, Ms. Yoshimoto

Your child’s future starts at El Paso ISD! 🎓🌟

At El Paso ISD, students have endless opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed through:
✅ Advanced Academics
✅ Athletics
✅ Fine Arts
✅ STEAM Academies
✅ Specialized programs designed to help every child thrive

📚 Enroll today and discover why families choose El Paso ISD! ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

Watch video ➡️ Registration

☎️ Need assistance? Our Family Help Desk is here for you: 915-230-2581

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #Registration

7 days ago, Communications
Five students holding signs that say We want you! Register now at El Paso ISD episd.org/why-us
Happening Tomorrow: Borderland Biliteracy Family Project 📖🌟

Families of emergent bilingual students are invited to support their child’s literacy journey in both English and Spanish through fun activities and community resources that strengthen reading and writing skills. 📚✅

See you there!
⏰ 5-7 p.m.
📆 Wednesday, May 13
📍 Cooley Elementary School, 107 N Collingsworth

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
8 days ago, Communications
Graphic with family reading a book together with spanish text that says Acompanenos con su familia a disfrutar de una tarde especial llena de lectura proyecto de alfabetizacion bilingue en la frontera. El primero en llegar es el primero en ser atendido. Una mochila llena de libros! Colaboracion con Billingualism Matters. Solamente para estudiantes bilingues emergentes!
Graphic with family reading a book together with text that says Join us for magical evenings celebrating the joy of reading Borderland Biliteracy Family Project. First come, first serve backpack full of books! Partnership with Billingualism Matters. For emergent bilingual students only
To 5th grade parents and guardians
Orchestra concert will NOT be today. Students will perform on Thursday May 21 after award ceremony.
Any questions please contact Ms. Zamora.

Para los padres y tutores de 5.º grado:
El concierto de la orquesta NO será hoy. Los estudiantes se presentarán el jueves 21 de mayo, después de la ceremonia de entrega de premios.
Si tienen alguna pregunta, por favor comuníquense con la Sra. Zamora.
8 days ago, Ms. Yoshimoto