Powell Elementary

FREE summer shows return to the Gene Roddenberry Planetarium on Wednesday, June 17! 🚀🌌

Explore the universe, dive into underwater worlds, and embark on an unforgettable adventure this June and July. 🌠🙌

🕙 Showtimes: 9 a.m.│1 p.m.│3 p.m.
🎟️ FREE tickets released 1 week in advance at 8 a.m. at bit.ly/grplanetarium
🌟 Spanish-language shows every Wednesday
🚶 10 walk-up tickets available per show, first come, first served
⏰ No late entry once the show begins

Follow the Gene Roddenberry Planetarium for updates! ✅

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3 months ago, Communications
Family smilies looking up in the Gene Roddenberry Planetarium
Family smilies looking up in the Gene Roddenberry Planetarium
Graphic with text that says The Roddenberry Planetarium free summer shows June 2026. June 15-16 sorry we're closed June 17 Cuentos de un viajero en el tiempo June 18 experience the aurora June 22 Great Barrier Reef June 23 Lamps of Atlantis June 24 Somos Estrellas June 25 Seven Wonders. Planetarium Showtimes 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. Wednesdays: Shows in spanish/los miercoles en espanol FREE tickets Released 1 week in advance at 8 a.m. at bit.ly/grplanetarium *Refresh at 8 a.m. - "sold out" before then just means tickets aren't live yet tickets go fast! 10 walk-up tickets per show available 15 minutes before showtime (first come, first served) no late entry once the show begins
Graphic with text that says The Roddenberry Planetarium free summer shows July 2026. July 13 Perfect little planet July 14 We Are Stars July 15 Somos Estrellas July 16 Explore July 20 Zula Patrol July 21 Earth, Moon & Sun, July 22 Dequeno planeta perfecto, July 23 We Are Stars July 27 Two Small Pieces of Glass July 28 Explore July 29 La Patrulla Zula July 30 Earth, Moon & Sun. Planetarium Showtimes 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. Wednesdays: Shows in spanish/los miercoles en espanol FREE tickets Released 1 week in advance at 8 a.m. at bit.ly/grplanetarium *Refresh at 8 a.m. - "sold out" before then just means tickets aren't live yet tickets go fast! 10 walk-up tickets per show available 15 minutes before showtime (first come, first served) no late entry once the show begins

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

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3 months ago, Communications
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Summer Meals for children are available now! ☀️

Healthy, no-cost summer meals for children are available through El Paso ISD Food and Nutrition Services for children ages 1–18 and enrolled students with disabilities up to age 21. 🍎🌟

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/Meals_2026

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3 months ago, Communications
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☀️ School’s Out for Summer! ☀️

Congratulations to our El Paso ISD students for completing another successful school year! 🎊

While summer is just beginning, registration for the 2026–27 school year is now open. 📚🌟✅

Be ready for the first day of school on Monday, August 3, 2026, by registering today! ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us
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3 months ago, Communications
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Tag, you're it, parents! Today is the last day of school and it is an Early Release at 12 noon. We hope you have a great summer!
3 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez

🌟 HAPPENING TOMORROW! 🌟

El Paso community businesses and members in the construction industry are invited to connect with El Paso ISD at our upcoming Procurement Expo! ✅

Join us to learn more about upcoming projects, procurement processes, and how to do business with El Paso ISD. 🤝

⏰ 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
📆 Saturday, June 6
📍 Burges High School, 7800 Edgemere
☎️ For booth reservations and additional information, call 915-230-4851

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/Expo_0606

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3 months ago, Communications
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Powell Parents, this Friday, June 5th, "Refreshed and Restored Lemonade" will have a pop-up tent here! Lemonades are $5, featuring a special Green Apple & Guava flavor. This Friday is also an early release day at noon. Grab a cool drink and kick off summer!
3 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez
REMINDER: EARLY RELEASE FRIDAY! 📆✅

El Paso ISD will have early release for students on Friday, June 5, for the last day of school! 🏫📚🌟

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

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

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3 months ago, Communications
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Powell Parents, Field Day is tomorrow! A signed permission slip is required for your child to participate on the water slides. Please note that only current Powell students are allowed to participate. For safety, students must wear closed-toe shoes (no crocs or sandals) and must wear a shirt over their swimsuit. Please also send a towel and a change of clothes in their backpack. Thank you!
3 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez

✅📆 MARK YOUR CALENDAR 📆 ✅

El Paso ISD invites local community businesses and members in the construction industry to our upcoming Procurement Expo! 🌟

Join us to learn more about upcoming projects, procurement processes, and how to do business with El Paso ISD. 🤝

⏰ 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
📆 Saturday, June 6
📍 Burges High School, 7800 Edgemere
☎️ For booth reservations and additional information, call 915-230-4851

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/Expo_0606

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

3 months ago, Communications
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All items in the Lost and Found will be bagged up and donated at the end of this week. Please take a moment to stop by the office to check for any lost items.
3 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez
A limited number of yearbooks are available for purchase! They are first-come, first-served, so grab yours before they sell out. Buy yours here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/powell-elementary-ptos-shop
3 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez

HAPPENING TODAY: COPA DE DISTRICT! ⚽🌟

The excitement continues as we head into the Semifinals and Finals! 🏆🔥

Come out and cheer on our student-athletes as they compete and represent their campuses with pride. 👏

See you there!
⏰ First match starts at 8:30 a.m.
📆 Saturday, May 30
📍 Bowie High School

See the full schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/copa

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3 months ago, Communications
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Please be advised that Field Day is approaching. To ensure a safe and organized event for all students, all parents and guardians wishing to attend must be officially registered in the VIPS system. If you plan to attend the event with your child, please verify that your VIPS registration is complete and active prior to the event date. Unregistered visitors will not be permitted on campus. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our school safe.
3 months ago, Samantha Gonzalez
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field day
Stay Connected with the El Paso ISD App! 📲🌟

Through the app, you can:
✅ Receive school updates
✅ Communicate with educators through the Rooms feature
✅ Access classwork, assignments, and materials

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

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3 months ago, Communications
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El Paso community businesses and members in the construction industry are invited to connect with El Paso ISD at our upcoming Procurement Expo! 🌟

Join us for a morning of networking, a light breakfast, and insightful conversations about upcoming projects, procurement processes, and how to do business with El Paso ISD. 🤝

⏰ 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
📆 Saturday, June 6
📍 Burges High School, 7800 Edgemere
☎️ For booth reservations and additional information, call 915-230-4851

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
Graphic with photo of EPISD central office with text that says Procurement Expo. Join us for a morning of networking, a light breakfast, and fireside chat. Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026 Time: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Burges High School 7800 Edgemere Who Should Attend? El Paso Community Business and Construction industry. One District. Our Community. Our Future. Hosted By: EPISD Operations & Support Services. For more information or to set up a booth call 915-230-4851. Learn about upcoming projects, procurement processes, and how to do business with EPISD.
Celebrate the #EPISDClassof2026 with us and sign our digital guestbook! 🎓🌟

Families, friends, and community members are invited to share words of encouragement, congratulations, and support to our amazing graduates! 👏🎊

Send a message here ➡️ www.episd.org/grad2026

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3 months ago, Communications
Graphic with photos of El Paso ISD graduates from CCTA, Franklin, Irvin, and El Paso High with text that says Celebrating the Class of 2026 Write a Message to our graduates!
Photos of Franklin High School graduates with text that says Class of 2026 Grad Messages To: Aliyah. From: Your Aunt Congratulations Aliyah! No matter where life takes you or how far away you go, I'm proud of you and all that you accomplished! Go Cougars!
Photos of Chapin High School graduates with text that says Class of 2026 Grad Messages To; Nathaniel. From: Lorenzo & Cindy YOU DID IT GRANDSON! You're off to great places mijo, may the opportunities take you to the most special places. We love you to time indefinite! Go Huskies!
Photos of Austin High School graduates with text that says Class of 2026 Grad Messages To: Lexy. From: Grandma Lexy, I am so proud of your accomplishments, may the next Chapter in your life be everything you dream!!! Love, you, Grandma. Go Panthers!

Check out some action shots from the inaugural El Paso ISD Copa de District matches! ⚽🔥

Don't miss the Semifinals and Finals this Saturday, May 30, at Bowie High School! 🏆🌟

See the full schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/copa

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3 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD students playing soccer at the Copa de District matches
El Paso ISD students playing soccer at the Copa de District matches
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El Paso ISD students wait for coin toss at the Copa de District match
Stronger Schools Through Shared Investment! 🌟

A year full of ideas, collaboration, and strategies comes to a close with our 2025-26 Superintendent Teacher Advisory Council. 📚🌟

We're grateful for the time and partnership our educators have dedicated to strengthening El Paso ISD. 👏

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3 months ago, Communications
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El Paso ISD will have early release for students on Friday, June 5, for the last day of school! 🏫📚🌟

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

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
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