🌟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
8 months ago, Communications
federal impact aid form eligibility categories include military families, military housing, federal employees low-rent housing indian lands

For the safety of our students and staff, please remember that the Marcus Uribe Parking Lot is a Drive-Thru Pick-Up Line Only. Walk-ups at the gate are not permitted, even if you are in a hurry. Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe and orderly!

8 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
☕ Meet & Greet with our new Principal, Mrs. McHalffey – Aug 27 at 8:30 AM in Room D-1. Stay after for our Title I Annual Meeting at 9:30 AM to learn about family engagement and how funds support our students. Join us for both this Wednesday!
8 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
Coffee with the Principal (E)
Coffee with the Principal (S)
State Required Meeting (E)
State Required Meeting (S)
🍕💥 Pizza lovers, assemble! Wed, Aug 27, 11am–9pm at Peter Piper Pizza (10771 Gateway S) for the Nixon Elementary fundraiser! 🎉 Mention us for 15% back to our school & drop your teacher’s name + grade for a shot at a class prize. Eat pizza, do good, repeat! 💙
8 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
Pizza Night
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
8 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.

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
8 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

8 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
📰 The Nixon Family Newsletter is here! 📅 —don’t miss the updates! Click to see what’s coming up and join the fun. We can’t wait to see you there! 💙🐾 https://secure.smore.com/n/ybsqwd
8 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
⏰ Last chance! RSVP by Aug 20 @ 12PM for Parent Café 🐾 happening Aug 21, 1–3 PM at Nixon E.S. Parent Center (Rm D-1). Enjoy snacks, great convo & connection with other parents. 🍎 RSVP required so your meal is prepared: https://secure.smore.com/n/ybsqwd
8 months ago, Nicole Croissant
Parent Café- El Paso Center for Children
Parent Café- El Paso Center for Children
Join us for Parent Café on Aug 21, 1–3 PM at Nixon E.S. Parent Center (Rm D-1)! Snacks, conversation & connection with other parents—let’s learn from each other. RSVP required: https://secure.smore.com/n/ybsqwd
8 months ago, Nicole Croissant
Parent Café- El Paso Center for Children
Parent Café- El Paso Center for Children (Spanish)
The Healthy Living 2025 Fall schedule has arrived! 🌟 Kick off the school year strong 💪 with FREE wellness activities for all employees, available at locations across the district! ✅

Check out some of the exciting options:
🎨 Art
📚 Book Club
❤️ CPR
🧶 Crochet
💃 Dance, Stretch & Relax
🍳 Healthy Cooking
📷 Photography
🎾 Pickleball
🧘 Pilates
🏺 Pottery
🏋️‍♀️ Strength & Conditioning
🎾 Tennis Cardio
🧘 Yoga

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/healthyliving

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
8 months ago, Communications
Healthy Living Book Club
Healthy Living Nature Walks
Healthy Living Pottery Classes
Healthy Living Photography Classes
Calling all helping hands! 🐾 Join us Aug. 15 at 10AM to learn the ropes, meet fellow volunteers, and get ready to make a paws-itive impact as a Nixon Volunteer! 💙
8 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
VIPs Mtg Flyer (e)
VIPs Mtg Flyer (s)
📢 Parent Update:
Please note that Coffee with the Principal has been rescheduled to August 27th. We hope you can join us for great conversation, updates, and coffee! ☕💙🐾
8 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement

"📰 The Nixon Family Newsletter is here! 📅 Some event dates have changed—don’t miss the updates! Click to see what’s coming up and join the fun. We can’t wait to see you there! 💙🐾 https://secure.smore.com/n/ybsqwd

8 months ago, Nicole Croissant
Why did the chickens cross the road? 🐔 To keep Western Hills Elementary School students safe, of course! 💛💙 Shoutout to Mando and Mike for making safety egg-stra fun! 🛑🚸

Help us keep students safe and thriving by joining El Paso ISD’s Volunteers in Public Schools program! 🌟

Learn more and apply today! ➡️ www.episd.org/volunteer

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #Volunteer
8 months ago, Communications
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Hey Nixon parents! 🐾 We want to hear from YOU. Lend a paw & share your thoughts in our Parent Engagement Survey—only 6 questions, big impact! https://forms.office.com/r/1AMHRiL2QM
8 months ago, Nicole Croissant
Our Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre reflects as we wrap up the first week of school, 🏫 📝📚 and expresses her gratitude for our incredible teachers, staff, students, and families for a great return. 🌟 You are what makes El Paso ISD so special. 💙 Let’s keep rising together! 🚀

Watch here ➡️ https://bit.ly/episd_0808

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #RisingTogether
8 months ago, Communications
A MESSAGE FROM MARTHA AGUIRRE INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT
Hey Nixon parents! 🐾 We want to hear from YOU. Lend a paw & share your thoughts in our Parent Engagement Survey—only 6 questions, big impact! https://forms.office.com/r/1AMHRiL2QM
8 months ago, Nicole Croissant
Stay connected with El Paso ISD! 📲

Download the EPISD app to get school and district updates, message with educators through the Rooms feature, and access classwork materials. 📝📚🌟

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/app-central

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
8 months ago, Communications
Connect with your teacher, school and district! El Paso ISD App. It Starts With Us!
HAPPENING TOMORROW: The 2025–26 school year begins! 🎉 We’re excited to inspire and empower our learners to thrive! 🌟📚 Check out our academic calendar! ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDBacktoSchool
8 months ago, Communications
Mesita students smile for a photo