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
3 months 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. 🏆
📢 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! ♟️
3 months ago, Nixon Chess Club
🎨 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! 🖌️✨
3 months ago, Nixon Art Club
🌟 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
3 months 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
3 months ago, Communications
El Paso Independent School District Logo graphic with words Board Meeting
☕ Coffee with the Principal 💖
Share the love this February with a warm cup of coffee and great conversation!

Come connect, ask questions, and stay in the loop in a relaxed and welcoming setting. We’d love to see you there!

📅 February 17, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM
📍 Nixon Elementary – Room D-1

Coffee, conversation, and community—don’t miss it! ✨
3 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
Coffee with the Principal
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🎈 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! 🐾💙
3 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
Walk-a-thon

Click to see what’s happening on campus, important dates to remember, and highlights from our Coyotes 🐾
Click Here: https://app.smore.com/n/p4z1u

📌Updates included:

  • Donation Walk-A-thon for Field Day

  • Extended Day Learning Spring Intersession

3 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement

🎈 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! 🐾💙

3 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
Walk-a-thon

Panorama Parent Climate Survey
Your Voice Matters!
EPISD has partnered with Panorama Education to hear directly from our families through a short, anonymous Parent Climate Survey. Your feedback helps strengthen our school–family partnership and improve the experience for all students.
🗓️ Last day to answer is TOMORROW (February 13)
📝 Take the survey here: https://www.episd.org/page/parent-survey
Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your thoughts—we’re aiming for the highest family participation percentage in the district

3 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
☕ Coffee with the Principal 💖
Share the love this February with a warm cup of coffee and great conversation!

Come connect, ask questions, and stay in the loop in a relaxed and welcoming setting. We’d love to see you there!

📅 February 17, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM
📍 Nixon Elementary – Room D-1

Coffee, conversation, and community—don’t miss it! ✨
3 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
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Coffee with the Principal (S)

We are excited to share information about the El Paso Science Festival, which is returning this April for its third year and will once again be held at the El Paso Convention Center.
This free, community-wide event is designed to spark students’ curiosity and excitement about science through hands-on, interactive experiences. We are also pleased to share that astronaut José Hernández will return this year as a special guest, making this a truly memorable opportunity for students and families.
To get a glimpse of last year’s festival and the exciting activities it offers, we invite you to view this short video:
📺 https://youtu.be/MHovETNTqUM

3 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
science festival
Join us this evening for our Community Conversations meeting with Trustee Alex Cuellar and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk. 🌟

⏰ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
📆 Wednesday, Feb. 11
📍 Tinajero PK-8 Cafeteria, 301 Libson
✅ 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
3 months ago, Communications
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees & Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to Community Conversations Wednesday, February 11 at 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.  Tinajero PK-8 School at 301 Libson Trustee Alex Cuellar
🗞️ EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT! 🗞️
Get Your Valentine Grams Here!
❤️ Last Call! ❤️
Wednesday is the final day to order Valentine grams for:
• Your students
• Their friends
• Teachers & staff
📍 Where to buy:
PTO will be selling Valentine grams outside the drop-off area.
📬 Special Delivery!
All Valentine grams will be delivered on Friday!
( https://my.cheddarup.com/c/valentines-grams-copy-26780/items )
3 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
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🎈 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!

🏃‍♀️ 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 here: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/fielddayfu1?home_v2=true

Thank you for supporting our students and our amazing PE Department! 🐾💙

3 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
Walk-a-thon

We'll see you at tonight's Community Conversations meeting with District 3 Trustee Dr. Jack Loveridge and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk. 🌟

⏰ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
📆 Tuesday, Feb. 10
📍 Crockett Elementary School Fine Arts Academy Auditorium, 3200 Wheeling 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

3 months ago, Communications
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees & Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to Community Conversations Tuesday, February 10 at 5:30-6:30 p.m. Crockett Elementary Fine Arts Academy Auditorium  Trustee Dr. Jack Loveridge 3200 Wheeling Ave.
🌟 REMINDER: EARLY RELEASE ON WEDNESDAY 🌟

El Paso ISD students will have early release Wednesday, Feb. 11. ✅

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

Find the early release schedule here ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
Early Release for El Paso ISD students graphic

Panorama Parent Climate Survey
Your Voice Matters!
EPISD has partnered with Panorama Education to hear directly from our families through a short, anonymous Parent Climate Survey. Your feedback helps strengthen our school–family partnership and improve the experience for all students.
🗓️ Last day to answer is February 13
📝 Take the survey here: https://www.episd.org/page/parent-survey
Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your thoughts—we’re aiming for the highest family participation percentage in the district

3 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement
Join us tonight with District 1 Trustee Leah Hanany and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk at the Community Conversations meeting. 🌟

⏰ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
📆 Monday, Feb. 9
📍 Aoy Elementary School Cafeteria, 901 S. Campbell St.
✅ 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
3 months ago, Communications
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to Community Conversations Monday, Feb. 9 at 5:30-6:30p.m. at Aoy Elementary School  with Trustee Leah Hanany 901 S. Campbell St.
Morning Drop-Off Update:

Please note that staff presence during morning drop-off today will be limited due to staff pictures taking place at 7:45 a.m. in the cafeteria.

Student Ambassadors will still be on duty and greeting students as usual. Thank you for your understanding!
3 months ago, Nixon Family Engagement