📣 Chess Club Update
Please note the following changes for this week:
♟️ K–2nd Grade Chess Club is canceled for Thursday.
♟️ 3rd–5th Grade Chess Club has been moved to Thursday due to a faculty meeting.
Thank you for your understanding! If you have any questions, please contact the front office.
Please note the following changes for this week:
♟️ K–2nd Grade Chess Club is canceled for Thursday.
♟️ 3rd–5th Grade Chess Club has been moved to Thursday due to a faculty meeting.
Thank you for your understanding! If you have any questions, please contact the front office.
📣 Nixon PTO Meeting Reminder!
Join us this Wednesday February 25th, at 3:30 PM in Room D1 for our next Nixon PTO meeting!
We’ll be discussing:
📚 Book Fair results
💌 Valentine Grams
🌶️ Our upcoming Chili Cook-Off
Come learn how you can help make these events successful and exciting for our students and families. We’d love to see you there and hear your ideas! 💙
#NixonPTO #GetInvolved
Join us this Wednesday February 25th, at 3:30 PM in Room D1 for our next Nixon PTO meeting!
We’ll be discussing:
📚 Book Fair results
💌 Valentine Grams
🌶️ Our upcoming Chili Cook-Off
Come learn how you can help make these events successful and exciting for our students and families. We’d love to see you there and hear your ideas! 💙
#NixonPTO #GetInvolved
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
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

🌟 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
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

📣🐾 VIPs Meeting Update! 🐾📣
Due to scheduling conflicts, our Bi-Annual VIPs Information Meeting has been moved to March 4th.
🗓 New Date: March 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:30–9:15 AM
📍 Nixon Elementary
We will review important volunteer rules, guidelines, and any new procedures. Thank you for your flexibility and continued support of our Coyotes! 💙
We look forward to seeing you there!
Due to scheduling conflicts, our Bi-Annual VIPs Information Meeting has been moved to March 4th.
🗓 New Date: March 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:30–9:15 AM
📍 Nixon Elementary
We will review important volunteer rules, guidelines, and any new procedures. Thank you for your flexibility and continued support of our Coyotes! 💙
We look forward to seeing you there!

Helping Your Child Beat Testing Anxiety 💙
Is your child feeling nervous about upcoming tests? You’re not alone—and we’re here to help!
Join us for a supportive parent workshop focused on:
✔️ Practical strategies to help students manage test nerves
✔️ Building confidence and calm routines
✔️ Helping your child feel prepared and capable on testing days
📅 February 24, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Nixon Elementary – Room D-1
Together, we can help our students feel calm, confident, and ready to shine ✨
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Is your child feeling nervous about upcoming tests? You’re not alone—and we’re here to help!
Join us for a supportive parent workshop focused on:
✔️ Practical strategies to help students manage test nerves
✔️ Building confidence and calm routines
✔️ Helping your child feel prepared and capable on testing days
📅 February 24, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Nixon Elementary – Room D-1
Together, we can help our students feel calm, confident, and ready to shine ✨
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💕 Northeast Family Connection Presents: What a Healthy Relationship Looks Like 💕
Join us as we come together to learn, grow, and strengthen our families and community. 💞
📍 5400 Sun Valley – Andress High School (Library)
📅 Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
Let’s talk about building healthy, positive relationships that support our students’ success—at school and at home. 💬✨
For questions, call 915-236-4000.
Join us as we come together to learn, grow, and strengthen our families and community. 💞
📍 5400 Sun Valley – Andress High School (Library)
📅 Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
Let’s talk about building healthy, positive relationships that support our students’ success—at school and at home. 💬✨
For questions, call 915-236-4000.

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
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




💙 EPISD Parent Support Group 💙
Parents and guardians are invited to join a series of informative and supportive sessions designed to empower families and strengthen understanding.
📌 Topics include:
• Communication
• Section 504
• Top 10 Basics of Special Education
• Realities of Autism
🗓 All sessions are on Tuesdays
⏰ 5:00–6:00 PM
📍 Locations vary by date (see flyer for details)
👉 Register using the QR code or link provided
These sessions are a great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect with other families.
Parents and guardians are invited to join a series of informative and supportive sessions designed to empower families and strengthen understanding.
📌 Topics include:
• Communication
• Section 504
• Top 10 Basics of Special Education
• Realities of Autism
🗓 All sessions are on Tuesdays
⏰ 5:00–6:00 PM
📍 Locations vary by date (see flyer for details)
👉 Register using the QR code or link provided
These sessions are a great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect with other families.

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
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

📣✨ Bi-Annual VIPs Information Meeting – February 27th ✨📣
Join us for our Bi-Annual VIPs Information Meeting on February 27th as we review our volunteer rules and guidelines and go over any new procedures for the remainder of the school year.
This meeting will ensure that all volunteers are up to date on campus expectations and ready to continue supporting our students and staff in the best way possible! 💼📚
🗓 Date: February 27, 2026
📍 Location: Nixon Elementary
⏰ Time: 8:30-9:15am
We look forward to seeing you there and appreciate your continued support!
Join us for our Bi-Annual VIPs Information Meeting on February 27th as we review our volunteer rules and guidelines and go over any new procedures for the remainder of the school year.
This meeting will ensure that all volunteers are up to date on campus expectations and ready to continue supporting our students and staff in the best way possible! 💼📚
🗓 Date: February 27, 2026
📍 Location: Nixon Elementary
⏰ Time: 8:30-9:15am
We look forward to seeing you there and appreciate your continued support!

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
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

Helping Your Child Beat Testing Anxiety 💙
Is your child feeling nervous about upcoming tests? You’re not alone—and we’re here to help!
Join us for a supportive parent workshop focused on:
✔️ Practical strategies to help students manage test nerves
✔️ Building confidence and calm routines
✔️ Helping your child feel prepared and capable on testing days
📅 February 24, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Nixon Elementary – Room D-1
Together, we can help our students feel calm, confident, and ready to shine ✨
Is your child feeling nervous about upcoming tests? You’re not alone—and we’re here to help!
Join us for a supportive parent workshop focused on:
✔️ Practical strategies to help students manage test nerves
✔️ Building confidence and calm routines
✔️ Helping your child feel prepared and capable on testing days
📅 February 24, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Nixon Elementary – Room D-1
Together, we can help our students feel calm, confident, and ready to shine ✨


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
⏰ 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

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
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

🎈 PE Department Walk-A-Thon Fundraiser 🎈
Help Us Bounce Into Field Day!
Our PE Department is hosting a Walk-A-Thon Fundraiser to help raise funds for Field Day!
Join us for Thriving Thursday February 19th & March 26th
🏃♀️ Families & Students will walk laps while promoting fitness, teamwork, and school spirit.
🎉 Funds raised will help our coaches rent jumping balloons to make Field Day exciting, active, and unforgettable for our students!
📅 Donations are open now and close March 26
👉 Donate using the QR Code or here: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/fielddayfu1?home_v2=true
Thank you for supporting our students and our amazing PE Department! 🐾💙
Help Us Bounce Into Field Day!
Our PE Department is hosting a Walk-A-Thon Fundraiser to help raise funds for Field Day!
Join us for Thriving Thursday February 19th & March 26th
🏃♀️ Families & Students will walk laps while promoting fitness, teamwork, and school spirit.
🎉 Funds raised will help our coaches rent jumping balloons to make Field Day exciting, active, and unforgettable for our students!
📅 Donations are open now and close March 26
👉 Donate using the QR Code or here: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/fielddayfu1?home_v2=true
Thank you for supporting our students and our amazing PE Department! 🐾💙

🎈 PE Department Walk-A-Thon Fundraiser 🎈
Help Us Bounce Into Field Day!
Tomorrow is Thriving Thursday with Families!
Our PE Department is hosting a Walk-A-Thon Fundraiser to help raise funds for Field Day!
Join us for Thriving Thursday February 19th & March 26th
🏃♀️ Families & Students will walk laps while promoting fitness, teamwork, and school spirit.
🎉 Funds raised will help our coaches rent jumping balloons to make Field Day exciting, active, and unforgettable for our students!
📅 Donations are open now and close March 26
👉 Donate using the QR Code or here: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/fielddayfu1?home_v2=true
Thank you for supporting our students and our amazing PE Department! 🐾💙
Help Us Bounce Into Field Day!
Tomorrow is Thriving Thursday with Families!
Our PE Department is hosting a Walk-A-Thon Fundraiser to help raise funds for Field Day!
Join us for Thriving Thursday February 19th & March 26th
🏃♀️ Families & Students will walk laps while promoting fitness, teamwork, and school spirit.
🎉 Funds raised will help our coaches rent jumping balloons to make Field Day exciting, active, and unforgettable for our students!
📅 Donations are open now and close March 26
👉 Donate using the QR Code or here: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/fielddayfu1?home_v2=true
Thank you for supporting our students and our amazing PE Department! 🐾💙


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
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD







📢 Chess Club Update
Please note that this week’s 3rd–5th grade Chess Club group will NOT meet tomorrow as scheduled.
Instead, they will meet this Friday at their regular time.
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing our chess players on Friday! ♟️
Please note that this week’s 3rd–5th grade Chess Club group will NOT meet tomorrow as scheduled.
Instead, they will meet this Friday at their regular time.
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing our chess players on Friday! ♟️
🎨 Parent Notice – 5th Grade Art Club
Please note that 5th Grade Art Club is canceled for this week.
There will be no meeting, and students will follow their normal dismissal routine.
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing our Art Club members next week! 🖌️✨
Please note that 5th Grade Art Club is canceled for this week.
There will be no meeting, and students will follow their normal dismissal routine.
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing our Art Club members next week! 🖌️✨
