El Paso ISD will have early release Friday, Dec. 19, to kick off the Holiday Break. ☃️✅
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
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Get ready to dance, laugh, and celebrate the season during P.E. classes with our Winter Wonderland Dance! 💃🕺
🎟 Entry Fee: $2
🍿 Concessions: $1 each
Students can enjoy music, dancing, and winter fun with their friends—don’t forget to bring a little cash for treats!
We can’t wait to see everyone there for a cool and cozy celebration! ❄️🎶








Board agenda: www.episd.org/page/board-meeting-agendasmaterials-new
Live stream: www.episd.org/page/boardlive
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There will be NO Chess Club this week. Students have been notified, but we wanted to make sure families are aware as well.
Chess Club will resume:
PK–2nd grade: Tuesday, January 14
3rd–5th grade: Wednesday, January 15
Thank you for your understanding. We wish you joy this holiday season and look forward to seeing you in the new year!
🎁🐧 It’s that time of year again — the Penguin Pay Shop is OPEN! 🐧🎁
It’s time for our students to do their holiday shopping for family, friends, teachers, and even pets! 🛍️🎄 Help us make their shopping experience fun and memorable as they pick out special gifts for their loved ones.
💙 We are looking for volunteers to help each day!
Your time and support help make this event a success for our students.
🕗 Store Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
⏰ Daily Closure: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (for volunteer lunch break)
👉 Please click the link below to sign up to volunteer:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EAEA82DA4F5C52-61288320-holiday
Thank you for supporting Nixon Coyote PTO and helping spread holiday cheer! 🐾✨

El Paso ISD will have early release Friday, Dec. 19. ✅
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

🎄 Jingle & Mingle Reminder:
Join us Dec. 16 @ 8:30am for coffee & conversation with the Principal!
☕✨ Please RSVP via the Smore Newsletter so we can plan.
We hope to see you there!

Winter Concert TODAY @ 5:30pm (students meet at 5:00pm).
📍 Nixon Cafeteria
Free entry—please limit to immediate family.
See you there! ❄️

Join us today for our PTO meeting at 5 pm.
Due to the Orchestra concert being in the cafeteria, our meeting/ wrapping meeting will be held in room D17.
Topics for discussion
*Penguin Store
*Chile Cook off
Join us and share any ideas you may have to make our events even better!
A huge thank you to our incredible community for coming out and supporting the El Paso ISD Education Foundation at the Fast Track to the Future 5K! 🌟
Your energy helped us go the extra mile and made the event a great success. ❤️
More photos ➡️ bit.ly/5K_1208
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Good afternoon families!
Just a quick reminder that STEAM is canceled today. Thank you for your understanding, and we’ll see everyone at our next session! 💡🧪✨
Join us on December 16th at 8:30am for warm drinks, friendly conversation, and campus updates. 🎄💬
This is a wonderful chance to connect, share ideas, and chat with our leadership team.
🎅❄️ Holiday vibes included!
👉 Please RSVP via the Smore Newsletter so we can prepare enough goodies!
We can’t wait to see you there! 💙🐾

💙 Feeder Family Connection Meeting:
Dec. 10 @ 9:30am in Rm D-1
Topic: Healthy conversations with your kids. (PreK-12th Grade)
Please RSVP via the Family Newsletter if you plan to attend! 🧠💬
**Breakfast Pastries and Refreshments will be provided 🥐☕️**

Winter Concert is Dec. 10 @ 5:30pm (students meet at 5:00pm).
📍 Nixon Cafeteria
Free entry—please limit to immediate family.
See you there! ❄️

❄️✨ 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
We are grateful for your generosity as we support two meaningful holiday projects:
🎁 Toys for Tots Drive
Ends Friday, December 8th
Drop off toys in the front office between 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
❤️ Holiday Gift Drive for Nursing Home Residents
Ends Monday, December 11th
Accepting cozy items like blankets, gloves, scarves, puzzles, and more.
Thank you for helping our Student Ambassadors spread warmth, joy, and kindness this holiday season!


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!

