Dear Moye Families,

We would like to inform you that students in Grades 2–5 will be participating in TELPAS assessments this week as outlined below:

Wednesday, February 25: TELPAS Listening and Speaking

TELPAS (Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System) measures students’ English language development and is a required state assessment. The results help ensure students receive appropriate instructional support and services.

Student attendance is extremely important on these testing days.

TELPAS assessments must be completed within a specific testing window, and absences may require students to test on make-up days, which can be more stressful and disruptive to instruction. Being present and on time allows students to test in a calm, familiar environment and do their very best.

To support your child, please help us by:

Ensuring your child attends school on testing days

Avoiding appointments or early pick-ups during testing times

Making sure your child gets plenty of rest and arrives to school on time

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. If you have any questions regarding TELPAS testing, please feel free to contact the school.

Together, we can help our students confidently show their growth and learning!

Sincerely,
Julie Chavez
Principal

about 6 hours ago, Julie Chavez
TELPAS

Good Afternoon Mountain Lions,
We invite you to read The Classroom and Beyond with Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk, where he shares his Message of the Week along with important updates and information.
Families can read the full article using the link below to stay informed and connected.
🔗 Access the full article: https://www.episd.org/article/2724643

about 9 hours ago, Azul Gomez
The Classroom and beyond

Dear Moye Families,

We would like to inform you that students in Grades 2–5 will be participating in TELPAS assessments this week as outlined below:

Wednesday, February 25: TELPAS Listening and Speaking

TELPAS (Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System) measures students’ English language development and is a required state assessment. The results help ensure students receive appropriate instructional support and services.

Student attendance is extremely important on these testing days.

TELPAS assessments must be completed within a specific testing window, and absences may require students to test on make-up days, which can be more stressful and disruptive to instruction. Being present and on time allows students to test in a calm, familiar environment and do their very best.

To support your child, please help us by:

Ensuring your child attends school on testing days

Avoiding appointments or early pick-ups during testing times

Making sure your child gets plenty of rest and arrives to school on time

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. If you have any questions regarding TELPAS testing, please feel free to contact the school.

Together, we can help our students confidently show their growth and learning!

Sincerely,
Julie Chavez
Principal

about 13 hours ago, Julie Chavez
TELPAS
📣 Irvin High School Saturday Pantry

Good afternoon parents! 💙
You are invited to Irvin High School’s first Saturday Pantry of the year 🥫🍞

🗓 Saturday, February 28
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
about 14 hours ago, Azul Gomez
Saturday  pantry
Saturday Pantry
Dear Moye Families,

We would like to inform you that students in Grades 2–5 will be participating in TELPAS assessments this week as outlined below:

Tuesday (Tomorrow): TELPAS Reading and Writing

Wednesday, February 25: TELPAS Listening and Speaking

TELPAS (Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System) measures students’ English language development and is a required state assessment. The results help ensure students receive appropriate instructional support and services.

Student attendance is extremely important on these testing days.
TELPAS assessments must be completed within a specific testing window, and absences may require students to test on make-up days, which can be more stressful and disruptive to instruction. Being present and on time allows students to test in a calm, familiar environment and do their very best.

To support your child, please help us by:

Ensuring your child attends school on testing days

Avoiding appointments or early pick-ups during testing times

Making sure your child gets plenty of rest and arrives to school on time

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. If you have any questions regarding TELPAS testing, please feel free to contact the school.

Together, we can help our students confidently show their growth and learning!

Sincerely,
Julie Chavez
Principal
1 day ago, Julie Chavez
TELPAS
Mark your calendars for important March dates! ✅

El Paso ISD will be closed during the week of March 16-20 for Spring Break. ☀️

Accelerated instruction for students who are scheduled to attend will take place March 9–13. 📚

To learn more about the Spring Intersession schedule, visit ➡️ www.episd.org/page/spring-intersession

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
1 day ago, Communications
Spring intercession graphic with a photo of a young student. Text says March 9-13 Accelerated Instruction March 16-20 Spring Break District Closed
Dear Moye Families,

We would like to inform you that students in Grades 2–5 will be participating in TELPAS assessments this week as outlined below:

Tuesday (Tomorrow): TELPAS Reading and Writing

Wednesday, February 25: TELPAS Listening and Speaking

TELPAS (Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System) measures students’ English language development and is a required state assessment. The results help ensure students receive appropriate instructional support and services.

Student attendance is extremely important on these testing days.
TELPAS assessments must be completed within a specific testing window, and absences may require students to test on make-up days, which can be more stressful and disruptive to instruction. Being present and on time allows students to test in a calm, familiar environment and do their very best.

To support your child, please help us by:

Ensuring your child attends school on testing days

Avoiding appointments or early pick-ups during testing times

Making sure your child gets plenty of rest and arrives to school on time

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. If you have any questions regarding TELPAS testing, please feel free to contact the school.

Together, we can help our students confidently show their growth and learning!

Sincerely,
Julie Chavez
Principal
1 day ago, Julie Chavez
TELPAS
🌟 HAPPENING THIS WEEK! 🌟

Don't miss out on the final Community Conversations meeting with Trustee Mindy Sutton and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk.

⏰ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
📆 Wednesday, Feb. 25
📍Irvin High School Cafeteria, 5400 Sanders Ave.
✅ Spanish translation will be available at all meetings.

Can’t attend? Participate by taking our online Community Survey, available in English and Spanish ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
1 day ago, Communications
The El Paso ISD board of trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to Community Conversations Wednesday, February 25 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Irvin High School's Cafeteria 5400 Sanders Ave with Trustee Mindy Sutton
Ready to try something new? ✅ Join a Healthy Living class today! 🌟

Discover new hobbies, build new skills, and boost your well-being in a fun, supportive environment.

Free for all employees, with supplies provided and many sessions offered across the district! 🏫

View the Spring 2026 Schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/healthyliving

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
2 days ago, Communications
Photo of Healthy Living hiking class smiling for a photo while on a hike
Photo of Healthy Living cooking class. Participate smiles while transferring food in pan to a bowl
Photo of Healthy Living participants laughing while in pottery class
Photo of Healthy Living ceramics class participants showing off their ceramics

Good Afternoon, Mountain Lions! 🦁💛
We have ONE week left in February—let’s finish the month strong! 💪✨ Be sure to check out our February Parent Newsletter for important event reminders happening this week:
📌 February Parent Newsletter: February Parent Newsletter

📝 TELPAS Testing is Here!
• 📖✏️ Reading & Writing – Tuesday, February 24
• 🎧🗣️ Listening & Speaking – Wednesday, February 25
If your student is taking TELPAS, please make sure they get a good night’s rest 💤, eat a healthy breakfast 🍎, and arrive at school on time ⏰. Attendance is very important!
🍋📚 Lemonade with the Librarian
Join us as our librarian shares helpful library resources and introduces our Book of the Month! Any parent who attends will receive a FREE dress pass for their student! 🎉👕 Don’t miss out!
👀✨ We’ve also added a sneak peek of what’s coming next month!
📌 March Parent Newsletter: March Parent Newsletter

2 days ago, Azul Gomez
march parent newsletter
Celebrating the strong partnership between the two foundational pillars of the region, Fort Bliss and El Paso ISD, Garrison Commander Col. Michael Soyka welcomed Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk for a visit and tour. 🇺🇸

Together, they discussed a shared commitment to supporting our military-connected students, families, and how to continue to empower the future of our community, in the classroom and beyond. 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
4 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk and Garrison Commander Col. Michael Soyka smile for a photo in front of Bliss Elementary School
El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk and Garrison Commander Col. Michael Soyka walking in Fort Bliss
El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk and Garrison Commander Col. Michael Soyka talking in front of Milam Elementary School
El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk and Garrison Commander Col. Michael Soyka talking in an office
PTA power in action! ✅

The El Paso ISD Council of PTAs meeting was extra special this month, with guests Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk and Trustee Alex Cuellar joining the conversation. 📚💭

Together, they shared innovative ideas to support students and staff, while celebrating the countless ways PTAs help our schools thrive and shine! 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 days ago, Communications
Three El Paso ISD Council of PTAs volunteers smile for a group photo
El Paso ISD Council of PTAs taking notes during meeting
Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk sitting with El Paso ISD Council of PTAs volunteers listening to presentations
Two El Paso ISD Council of PTAs volunteers and Trustee Alex Cuellar smile for a group photo
We'll see you at tonight's Community Conversations meeting with Trustee Daniel Call and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk.🌟

⏰ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
📆 Thursday, Feb. 19
📍Coronado High School Cafeteria, 100 Champions Place
✅ Spanish translation will be available at all meetings.

Can’t attend? Participate by taking our online Community Survey, available in English and Spanish ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
6 days ago, Communications
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to Community Conversations Thursday, February 19 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Coronado High School, 100 Champions Place with Trustee Daniel Call
Dear Moye Families,

This morning, our campus conducted a scheduled lockdown drill as part of our ongoing commitment to student safety. I want to assure you that students and staff responded calmly and appropriately, and the drill was completed successfully.

Lockdown drills are a required part of our safety procedures and help ensure that students and staff know exactly what to do in the event of an emergency. Please know that there was no threat to the campus at any time; this was strictly a practice drill.

Please talk with your child this evening about the drill and reassure them that these safety practices are in place to keep everyone protected.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us maintain a safe learning environment for all students.

Sincerely,
Julie Chavez
Principal, H.R. Moye Elementary School
6 days ago, Azul Gomez
Dear El Paso ISD Community,

We invite you to participate in the voting process for the proposed revisions to the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 academic calendars. 📆🌟

The voting period ends Monday, March 2. ✅

Cast your vote here ➡️ https://episdpublicresources.episd.org/publicCalendarVoting/index.php

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
6 days ago, Communications
Graphic that says Academic Calendar voting open from Feb. 16-March 2
Good Afternoon Mountain Lions,

Please note that tutoring for Kindergarten, 1st grade, and all CRC classes are canceled tomorrow.

Tutoring will still take place for students in grades 2–5.

2nd Grade: Dismissal at 4:00 PM

3rd–5th Grade: Dismissal at 4:30 PM

All students will be picked up at the side gate, where morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up normally take place.

Please make arrangements to pick up your child promptly at their scheduled dismissal time.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
6 days ago, Azul Gomez
tutoring remeinder
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize students and staff for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on February 17, 2026, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
7 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize some of our district’s most talented dancers, who competed to establish themselves as All-State Dancers for the Texas Dance Educators Association.       The All-State Dance Team brings together the best dancers in Texas, and we couldn’t be prouder of our students representing El Paso ISD with excellence. 🌟
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize our District Spanish Spelling Bee winners who have advanced to the Texas State Spanish Spelling Bee in June! 🐝🏆      Congratulations, Shaheli De Silva from Young Women’s STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy and Ferrán Martinez Caloca from Wiggs Middle School. 👏🌟
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize Hartley PK-8 Principal Dr. Elisa Aranda for being named the 2026 Region 19 TEPSAN of the Year. 🎊      This prestigious honor from the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA) highlights her exemplary leadership and dedication to advancing education across Texas. 🌟
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize MacArthur PK-8 Assistant Principal Vanessa Carrasco for being named the 2026 Region 19 Assistant Principal of the Year by the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA). 🎊      This honor recognizes Ms. Carrasco’s outstanding leadership and commitment to fostering a culture of excellence for PK-8 students. 📚🌟
   El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize our talented student musicians who were selected to perform at the annual Texas Music Educators Association(TMEA) Clinic. 🎶      We’re incredibly proud of our students from Burges, Coronado, El Paso High, and Franklin for earning this prestigious recognition. 🌟
   El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize our Scholastic Visual Arts Competition winners. 🌟      At this state-level competition, students from Burges High School and Young Women’s STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy earned top honors, showcasing their creativity and artistic excellence. 🎨
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize Rebecca Guerrero, educator at Young Women’s STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy for earning the James F. Veninga Outstanding Teaching of the Humanities Award. 📚🌟      This award is the highest honor presented by Humanities Texas and Ms. Guerrero was chosen from over 900 nominations statewide. 🏆
🌟 HAPPENING THIS WEEK! 🌟

Join us for our next Community Conversations meeting with Trustee Daniel Call and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk.

⏰ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
📆 Thursday, Feb. 19
📍 Coronado High School Cafeteria, 100 Champions Place
✅ Spanish translation will be available at all meetings.

Can’t attend? Participate by taking our online Community Survey, available in English and Spanish ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
7 days ago, Communications
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees & Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to Community Conversations Thursday, February 19 at 5:30-6:30 p.m. Coronado High School Trustee Daniel Call 100 Champions Place
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
8 days ago, Communications
El Paso Independent School District Logo graphic with words Board Meeting
Good Afternoon, Mountain Lions! 🦁
This is a quick reminder about tomorrow’s tutoring dismissal times.
Students in Kindergarten–2nd grade will be dismissed at 4:00 PM, and students in 3rd–5th grade will be dismissed at 4:30 PM.
All students will be dismissed at the side gate, where morning and afternoon pick-up normally take place. Please be sure to pick up your student promptly once they are dismissed.
Thank you for your cooperation!
8 days ago, Azul Gomez
Tutoring