Powell Elementary

Hi Powell families! We need your help collecting supplies for our PBIS slime party this week! Please refer to the photo for your grade level's assigned item. Thanks for helping us make this a "slime-tastic" event.
6 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez
We need your help with donations for our PBIS party
Pastries with Pringle is tomorrow at 2:15pm! Join us to learn strategies for helping your student manage state testing anxiety. Every parent attendee will receive a lunch ticket to eat with their student on an admin-designated day. See you there!
6 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez
REMINDER: Spring Intersession begins next week! ✅

Accelerated instruction for students who are scheduled to attend will take place March 9–13. 📚

El Paso ISD will be closed during the week of March 16-20 for Spring Break. ☀️

To learn more about the Spring Intersession schedule, visit ➡️ www.episd.org/page/spring-intersession
6 months ago, Communications
Graphic with little girl smiling that says Spring Intersession March 9-13 Accelerated Instruction March 16-20 Spring Break District Closed
It's Texas Educational Diagnosticians' Week! 👏

El Paso ISD celebrates the dedication and hard work of our educational diagnosticians who support our students’ academic, social, and emotional growth, and well-being. 📚🎊

Thank you for inspiring and empowering our students! 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #TexasEducationalDiagnosticiansWeek
6 months ago, Communications
Graphic with text that says Thank You Diagnosticians! Texas Educational Diagnosticians' Week March 1-7
El Paso ISD proudly celebrates Social Work Month. 🌟

Thank you to our amazing school social workers who support our students, families, and staff and provide the essential tools they need to thrive and succeed! ❤️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #SocialWorkMonth
6 months ago, Communications
Graphic with many hands raised with text that says Celebrating National Social Work Month
Connect with your teacher, school, and district all in one place with the El Paso ISD App! ✅

One of the app’s top features is Rooms, a safe, secure space for parents and teachers to communicate and for educators to share announcements, materials, and more. 🌟

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
6 months ago, Communications
Graphic with women pointing at phone smiling, graphic says Connect with your teacher, school, and district on the EPISD APP. Download the App!
Powell Parents, all items in the Lost and Found will be bagged up today and picked up by Candlelighters on Monday. Please take a moment to stop by the office to check for any lost items.
6 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez
Happy National Montessori Education Week to our wonderful Dr. Green Montessori and Moreno Montessori communities! 🌟

We’re grateful for the students, educators, and families who bring the Montessori approach to life each day and make these campuses such vibrant places to learn and grow.

Want to explore Montessori opportunities in our district? ✅ Join us for next week’s community Montessori Information Sessions. ➡️ www.episd.org/montessori

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #Montessori #MontessoriEdWeek
6 months ago, Communications
Dr. Green Montessori student smiles at camera while raising hand
Moreno Montessori student working
Dr. Green Montessori student working
Moreno Montessori student receives help from Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk
Thank you to our El Paso ISD community for taking time out of your busy schedules to join us at the Community Conversations meetings. 🌟

If you weren’t able to join us, we still want to hear from you! Please share your feedback through our online Community Survey, available in English and Spanish ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
6 months ago, Communications
El Paso High student and Principal raise hands while smiling
Jefferson Silva High School principal and students and staff smile for a group photo with Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk
Trustee Dr. Jack Loveridge and Truste Alex Cuellar smile while fist bumping
Tinajero community writing on poster during community conversations meeting
Trustee Daniel Call speaking at Coronado High School's community conversations meeting
Trustee Mindy Sutton speaks during community conversations
Trustee Valerie Ganelon Beals talks to a community member
Trustee Robert Osterland speaks at Andress High School Community Conversations meeting
Trustee Leah Hanany speaks at Aoy Elementary School Community Meeting

Hi Powell Parents, next week is a big one for our readers! To make sure everyone has a chance to participate, I wanted to re-share the Read Across America Spirit Week schedule that was featured in the Smore Newsletter. Please see the attached image for our daily themes. We look forward to a fun week of celebrating literacy!

6 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez
Read Across America Week
🌟 Deadline Approaching! 🌟

We invite all students, staff, families, and members of the El Paso ISD community to participate in the voting process for 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
6 months ago, Communications
Graphic that says Academic Calendar voting open from Feb. 16-March 2
Powell Parents, all items in the Lost and Found will be bagged up this Friday and picked up by Candlelighters on Monday. Please take a moment to stop by the office or remind your student to check for any lost items before then.
6 months ago, Joy Wheaton
We'll see you at tonight's Community Conversations meeting with Trustee Mindy Sutton and El Paso ISD 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
6 months ago, Communications
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to Community Conversations Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 6-7p.m. at Irvin High School with Trustee Mindy Sutton 5400 Sanders Ave.
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
6 months ago, Communications
Spring intercession graphic with a photo of a young student. Text says March 9-13 Accelerated Instruction March 16-20 Spring Break District Closed
🌟 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
6 months ago, Communications
The El Paso ISD board of trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to Community Conversations Wednesday, February 25 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Irvin High School's Cafeteria 5400 Sanders Ave with Trustee Mindy Sutton
Hi parents! Please note that Pastries with Pringle has been rescheduled to next Tuesday, March 3 at 2:15pm. We know how valuable your time is and we truly regret any inconvenience this reschedule may cause. We will be covering important tips for managing test anxiety for the upcoming state testing. All attendees will receive a lunch ticket to eat with their student on a future date chosen by admin. We truly hope you can still join us!
6 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez
Hi parents! We'd love to see you tomorrow at the Cozy Chill STREAM night from 4:30pm - 6:00pm. It's a fun, relaxed evening for students and families to learn together. Don't forget to wear your pajamas!
6 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez
stream night
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
6 months ago, Communications
Photo of Healthy Living hiking class smiling for a photo while on a hike
Photo of Healthy Living cooking class. Participate smiles while transferring food in pan to a bowl
Photo of Healthy Living participants laughing while in pottery class
Photo of Healthy Living ceramics class participants showing off their ceramics
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
6 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk and Garrison Commander Col. Michael Soyka smile for a photo in front of Bliss Elementary School
El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk and Garrison Commander Col. Michael Soyka walking in Fort Bliss
El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk and Garrison Commander Col. Michael Soyka talking in front of Milam Elementary School
El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk and Garrison Commander Col. Michael Soyka talking in an office
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
6 months ago, Communications
Three El Paso ISD Council of PTAs volunteers smile for a group photo
El Paso ISD Council of PTAs taking notes during meeting
Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk sitting with El Paso ISD Council of PTAs volunteers listening to presentations
Two El Paso ISD Council of PTAs volunteers and Trustee Alex Cuellar smile for a group photo