Join us and our friends at Andress High School from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM this Saturday (Dec 6) for a fun Holiday Shopping event featuring local vendors and community agencies!

You can shop from amazing local businesses such as:
-Flummy's Crochet Corner
-Paparazzi Jewelry
And more than 75 additional unique vendors!

Come support local creators, find holiday gifts, and connect with community partners!

about 2 hours ago, Nixon Family Engagement
AHS

🎶❄️ Get ready for a magical musical night!
Our Nixon Coyote Orchestra Winter Concert is coming up on December 10th from 5:30–6:30pm in the cafeteria!

✨ Our students have been working so hard — you won’t want to miss their beautiful performance.
🎻 Student call time: 5:00pm for tuning.
👨‍👩‍👧 Free entry — please limit attendees to immediate family.

1 day ago, Nixon Family Engagement
orchestra
📣 Chess Club Update
Tomorrow’s Chess Club practice for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders has been rescheduled to Friday.

Chess Club for 2nd grade and under is still meeting today as planned! Sorry for any confusion.

Thank you for your flexibility and support! ♟️-Lisa Lewis
1 day ago, Nixon Family Engagement

📣 Chess Club Update

Dear Coyote Families,
Please note that tomorrow’s Chess Club practice has been postponed to Friday, December 5th, at the usual scheduled time.

This change is due to a scheduled faculty meeting. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our Chess Club students! ♟️

1 day ago, Nixon Family Engagement

🧠💙 Feeder Family Connection Meeting — You’re Invited!
Join us on December 10 at 9:30am (Rm D-1) for an engaging session on:

✨ How to Have Healthy Conversations With Your Kids — No Matter Their Age

We’ll share practical tools for building trust, supporting emotions, and strengthening family connections.
Parents & guardians of PreK–12th grade students are welcome!

👉 Please RSVP so we can accommodate all families.
Let’s learn and grow together! 🌱💬

1 day ago, Nixon Family Engagement
Feeder

💙 Feeder Family Connection Meeting:
Dec. 10 @ 9:30am in Rm D-1
Topic: Healthy conversations with your kids.
Please RSVP via the Family if you plan to attend! 🧠💬

1 day ago, Nixon Family Engagement
Feeder
HAPPENING SATURDAY: Fast Track to the Future 5K 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️⚡

There's still time left to sign up for the El Paso ISD Education Foundation 5K and 1-Mile Walk! 🌟

⏰ 8 a.m. start
📅 Saturday, Dec. 6
📍 Burges High School | 7800 Edgemere Blvd.

Registration Fees:
5K Run – $25 | 1-Mile Walk – $20

Sign up here ➡️ bit.ly/EF5K_25

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
1 day ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Education Foundation Fast Track to the Future 5K Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Burges High School 7800 Edgemere Blvd El Paso, Texas 79925. Only $25 for runners and $20 for walkers! Lace up for the EPISD Education Foundation 5K & 1-Mile Walk - fun for the whole family and all for a great cause: our students!
🌟 Happy Special Education Day! 🌟

We honor the achievements and strength of our students and families in special education. ❤️

We also celebrate our special education teachers and staff, whose dedication helps create learning environments where every student is inspired and empowered to thrive. 🙌

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #SpecialEducationDay
2 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD celebrates Special Education Day graphic
❄️✨ Our December Nixon News is Live!
Stay in the loop with everything happening on campus this winter.
Click to read: https://secure.smore.com/n/axg54j
3 days ago, Nixon Family Engagement
🌟 Welcome back, El Paso ISD! 🌟

We hope you had a joyful Thanksgiving break! 🦃🧡

As we return to school, let’s be #RightHereRightNow by showing up, staying engaged, and making every moment count! ✅

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 days ago, Communications
Wiggs middle school cheerleaders
REMINDER: School Returns Tomorrow! 🌟

We're excited to welcome back our students and staff from Thanksgiving Break on Monday, Dec. 1. ✅

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
4 days ago, Communications
Navarrete Middle School teacher teaching during class
🎁 The Gift of Giving at Nixon 🎁
This holiday season, Nixon families have the opportunity to share the gift of giving! 💙
Our Nixon Ambassadors are leading two meaningful projects — collecting toys for children through Toys for Tots and gathering cozy gifts for local nursing home residents.
Together, we can spread kindness, joy, and warmth to those who need it most this holiday season. 🎄💫

Donations can be dropped off in the front office during school hours.
Let’s make this season brighter for others — the greatest gift is giving! 💚❤️🐾
5 days ago, Nixon Family Engagement
toys for tots
nursing home drive
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 🦃🧡

We are so thankful for our amazing El Paso ISD community! 🌟 May your Thanksgiving be filled with joy and gratitude. ❤️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #Thanksgiving
7 days ago, Communications
Parents take photo at thanksgiving luncheon with their daughter
🌟🏃‍♀️ COME RUN WITH US! 🏃‍♂️🌟

Lace up for the El Paso ISD Education Foundation 5K & 1-Mile Walk and enjoy a morning of fitness, family fun, and community spirit! 🌟

⏰ 8 a.m. start
📅 Saturday, Dec. 6
📍 Burges High School | 7800 Edgemere Blvd.

Sign up here ➡️ bit.ly/EF5K_25

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
8 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Education Foundation Fast Track to the Future 5K Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Burges High School 7800 Edgemere Blvd El Paso, Texas 79925. Only $25 for runners and $20 for walkers! Lace up for the EPISD Education Foundation 5K & 1-Mile Walk - fun for the whole family and all for a great cause: our students!
At their November meeting, the Superintendent Teacher Advisory Council gathered to share ideas and explore innovative ways to support our teachers and students.

By collaborating with our educators, we’re building even greater opportunities for student success! 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
12 days ago, Communications
Teachers smiling
Liza rodriguez gives speech
EPISD staff giving a presentation
Our Military Food Drive will not take place as planned. We sincerely appreciate the families, volunteers, and staff who were eager to contribute. Although the event is canceled, we remain committed to supporting our military families and will update you soon on future opportunities.
12 days ago, Nixon Family Engagement
With amazing community support and everyone showing up #RightHereRightNow, we’re thrilled to announce Franklin High School as our High School Champions in the Principal Attendance Challenge! 🏆🌟

GO, COUGS!!! 🐾💜🖤

Show your support for Franklin by dropping "COUGAR POWERHOUSE" in the comments! 👏🎊

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
13 days ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge high school winner Franklin
You voted.🗳️ You showed up. ✅ And now we proudly crown Guillen Middle School as our Middle School/PK-8 Champion in the Principal Attendance Challenge! 🏆🌟

WAY TO GO, GRIZZLIES! 🐻🤍

Send your congratulations in the comments below! 👏🎊

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #RightHereRightNow
13 days ago, Communications
Principal attendance challenge middle school/pk8 winner guillen
After thousands of votes, creative productions, and school attendance average, we’re proud to crown our Elementary Champion in the Principal Attendance Challenge! 👑🌟

Congratulations to...Polk Elementary School! 🏆🎊

LET'S HEAR IT FOR OUR POLK PANTHERS!! 🐾❤️ Drop a "👏" in the comments below!

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #RightHereRightNow
13 days ago, Communications
Principal attendance challenge elementary school polk
Our El Paso ISD community showed up #RightHereRightNow! 🎉

More than 10,000 votes poured in for the Principal Attendance Challenge. 🗳️

👀👑 Stay tuned...the winning campuses will be revealed soon! 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
13 days ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge 10,145 votes cast!!!