Austin Homecoming Week!!!
Click the link to see our dress up days!
https://www.episd.org/o/rues/article/1778000
El Paso ISD students will have early release Wednesday, Sept. 18. Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.
Find the early release schedule here ➡️ bit.ly/24-25AcademicYearCalendar
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The El Paso ISD Transportation team plays a vital role in our community, being the first friendly faces our students see in the morning and the last as they end their day.🚌🌅 Every day, these dedicated individuals go above and beyond to ensure that every student is transported safely.💛
We sincerely thank each member of this exceptional team for fostering a positive and safe environment where our learners can thrive!🌟
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EARLY RELEASE
Dear Rusk Parents,
There will be an EARLY RELEASE for students Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 12:00pm due to Staff Development. Please make the necessary
arrangements to have your child
picked up on time.
Thank you!
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month!🌟 El Paso ISD celebrates the contribution of Hispanic Americans to the development of our community and culture.
Their influence and achievements have played a significant role in shaping our society, and we honor and recognize their impact with great pride and gratitude.
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Dear Families,
Our district values your feedback!
This September 9, we will be asking you to take a brief survey to tell us
about your experience with EPISD. To ensure we continue to provide highquality, rigorous learning experiences that meet the needs of our learners
and prepare them for college and career, we need your feedback.
The survey will begin on September 9 and close on September 27. You
can take the survey online at home, or when you come to your school’s
parent-teacher conferences. The link to take your anonymous survey is:
surveys.panoramaed.com/episd/family
We thank you in advance for your thoughtful responses. If you have any
questions about the survey administration, please don’t hesitate to contact
us at strategyevaluation@episd.org.
Thank you,
El Paso ISD
On September 16, to celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day, and the beginning of Hispanic heritage month, students may wear their traditional Mexican outfit, Red, White and Green to school.
***Traditional Mexican outfit: dresses, blouses, flowers in hair, sarapes, sombreros, and guayaberas.
Parent Teacher Conferences are in full swing at El Paso ISD!🌟Today, elementary conferences will be available until 6 p.m.
Please plan accordingly for early release on the following days:
✅ Sept. 11 — High school only, 12:35 p.m.
✅ Sept. 12 — Middle school only, 11:35 a.m.
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Join us for Coffee with the Principal TODAY at 5:30PM!
Acompañanos a nuestro café con la directora HOY a las 5:30PM!
"Dear Parents/Guardians,
We are excited to announce our new Guitar Club at Rusk!
Click Link for more info 👉 https://www.episd.org/o/rues/article/1755944
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE
Rusk Parents,
Parent teacher conferences will be on September 10, 2024. Students will be released at 12:00pm.
Conference hours will be from 1:00pm to 6:00pm.
We ask that you please make any necessary arrangements to pick up your child on time.
Thank you!
CONFERENCIA DE PADRES Y MAESTROS
Padres de Rusk,
Las conferencias de padres y maestros serán el 10 de septiembre de 2024. Los estudiantes saldrán de la escuela a las 12:00 p.m.
El horario de la conferencia será de la 1:00pm a las 6:00pm.
Le pedimos que haga todos los arreglos
necesarios para recoger a su hijo a tiempo.
¡Gracias!
Mark your calendars for El Paso ISD's Parent-Teacher Conferences happening next week, September 10-12! 🗓️
Here’s the early release schedule you need to know:
✅ Sept. 10 — Elementary school only, 12 p.m.
✅ Sept. 11 — High school only, 12:35 p.m.
✅ Sept. 12 — Middle school only, 11:35 a.m.
Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.
Early release schedule ➡️ bit.ly/24-25AcademicYearCalendar
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Kick off the excitement with EPISD Night on Saturday, September 21 at the Locomotive!🚂⚽ Let’s pack the stands, show our EPISD pride, and cheer on the @eplocomotivefc as they face off against the Co. Springs Switchbacks! Vamos Locos!
📍Southwest University Park
📆 Saturday, Sept. 21
🕠 Gates open: 6 p.m., kickoff: 7 p.m.
Learn more ➡️ fevo-enterprise.com/event/Episd5
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EL PASO ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL?!?!?
Friday night lights will shine bright, as El Paso High takes on Austin High in Sun City’s oldest rivalry.
Who will get their paws on the Claw Trophy?!?!
#Itstartswithus at the Battle of the Claw, the 94th edition of this historic rivalry will be this Friday, August 30th at R.R. Jones Stadium at 7 p.m.
Purchase tickets ➡️ episd.org/onlinetickets
The Superintendent Teacher Advisory Council held its first meeting of the 2024-25 school year.🌟
The collaboration brought together top El Paso ISD educators to share feedback, ideas, and strategies for the year to come.
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Rusk's PE Parent Play Day As this school year begins, we would like to present more opportunities to come to Rusk and enjoy some family fitness time with you child. We would like to invite you to come to the Rusk Gym and be a part of our AUGUST “BACK TO FOOTBALL” RUSK PARENT PLAY DAY on Friday, August 30th! We encourage you and your child to wear your favorite sports jersey to school to celebrate the return of Football season to EPISD with the El Paso High vs. Austin Claw Game on Friday, August 30th @ EPHS @ 7 pm. We inviting you to join and watch and/or participate and see what your child is doing and learning in P.E. class. You are more than welcome to exercise with your child as much as you’d like or just watch. Coach will have several games and activity stations that you can play and participate with your child. This is something that we know will be an enjoyable experience for your child, but more so YOU, the parents! If you do choose to participate, we encourage you to dress comfortably and bring water. Please no sports drinks or soft drinks of any kind, only bring water. We have listed the Rusk P.E. Schedule below so that you know what time your child comes out to P.E. Also, please make sure to bring your valid ID and be prepared to present it and follow check in protocols with the front office staff. RUSK P.E. TIMES · 8:15 am – 9:00 am ………. 5th Grade · 9:00 am – 9:45 am ………. 3rd Grade · 9:45 am – 10:30 am …….. 4th Grade · 10:30 am – 11:15 am ……. 2nd Grade · 1:10 m – 1:55 pm ………… Pre-K & Kinder · 1:55 pm – 2:40 pm ………. 1st Grade WHAT??? RUSK’S “BACK TO FOOTBALL” P.E. PARENT PLAY DAY (Wear your favorite sports shirt or jersey) WHEN??? FRIDAY, AUGUST 30TH TIME??? Your Child’s P.E. Time WHY??? TO HAVE FUN AND BE HEALTHY TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY & AS A FAMILY!!!!
Thank you to our Rusk community for coming out and making our first McDonald's night a success! See you at the next one!
El Paso ISD Intramurals are kicking off this September with a lineup of exciting activities for all elementary students grades 3-5 to enjoy!🌟
⚽ Sept. 9-30
🏐 Nov. 4-Dec. 6
🏀 Jan. 8-31
🏈 Mar. 17-Apr. 11
For more information, contact athleticsadministrators@episd.org
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🌟 Join us for Phase II of the Destination District Redesign!🌟
We want to hear from our students, parents, staff, and community stakeholders about their visions for El Paso ISD's future.
This week's meetings:
🕠 5:30 p.m.
🗓️ Tuesday, August 27
📍 El Paso High School
🕠 5:30 p.m.
🗓️ Wednesday, August 28
📍 Irvin High School
🕠 5:30 p.m.
🗓️ Thursday, August 29
📍 Jefferson/Silva High School
Learn more ➡️ episd.org/redesign
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Something exciting is chugging your way!🚂⚽ EPISD Night at the Locomotive returns soon...stay tuned for details! 👀
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