Dear El Paso ISD families,

As a precaution all High School football games are delayed and Middle School Baseball and Softball are cancelled for this evening, Thursday, Aug 28.
4 months ago, Communications
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šŸ“£ El Paso ISD is inviting our community to join the Action Planning Oversight Committee (APOC)!

Weā€™re looking for:
šŸŒŸ Students
šŸŒŸFamilies
šŸŒŸ Staff
šŸŒŸ Alumni
šŸŒŸ Military reps
šŸŒŸ Community orgs

With the Equity Assessment now complete, EPISD and MAEC are beginning the next phaseā€”developing an Action Plan. This Action Plan that will turn recommendations from the assessment into concrete policies and practices to guide the district moving forward. We want your ideas, experiences, and perspectives to guide this important work.

šŸ“… Apply by Sept 5 āž”ļø bit.ly/APOCForm25 or call 915-257-9769 and leave a voicemail with your name and contact info.

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
4 months ago, Communications
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šŸŒŸREMINDER: FEDERAL IMPACT AID FORMšŸŒŸ

Thank you to the El Paso ISD families who have completed the Federal Impact Aid Form, if you havenā€™t please take a moment to complete it in the Parent Portal. āœ…

Complete by Thursday, Sept. 18. āž”ļø bit.ly/ParentPortal_25

This form allows El Paso ISD to apply for financial compensation for tax revenue lost due to Federal activities within district boundaries.

Thank you for your support! šŸŒŸ

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
4 months ago, Communications
federal impact aid form eligibility categories include military families, military housing, federal employees low-rent housing indian lands
El Paso ISD parents,

The annual Federal Impact Aid Form is now open! āœ… This form allows El Paso ISD to apply for financial compensation for tax revenue lost due to Federal activities within district boundaries.

Your participation is essential to supporting the operational budget of El Paso ISD.šŸŒŸ

Please complete the form in the parent portal by Thursday, Sept. 18. āž”ļø bit.ly/ParentPortal_25

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
4 months ago, Communications
federal impact aid form eligibility categories include military families, military housing, federal employees low-rent housing indian lands
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize students, staff, and community members for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on August 19, 2025, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building.

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4 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize the first cohort to complete the Holdsworth Empower Fellowship leadership program for aspiring principals. The goal of the program is to strengthen El Paso ISDā€™s leadership pipeline, developing assistant principals into leaders who are ready and equipped to successfully lead our schools. This yearā€™s second cohort was also recognized as they begin their journey in the program. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were excited to recognize Sebastian Garcia from Franklin High School, who was selected as one of the recipients of the Student Heroes Award by the state board of education. Sebastian earned this award after completing outstanding volunteer service that benefits his fellow students, school, and his community. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre proudly recognized Colonel Brendan Gallagher for his dedicated service as the outgoing ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees. They also welcomed the new ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees, Colonel Michael Soyka. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize the first cohort to complete the Holdsworth Empower Fellowship leadership program for aspiring principals. The goal of the program is to strengthen El Paso ISDā€™s leadership pipeline, developing assistant principals into leaders who are ready and equipped to successfully lead our schools. This yearā€™s second cohort was also recognized as they begin their journey in the program. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

šŸŒŸ Mark your calendars! šŸŒŸ The El Paso ISD Benefits Team is excited to invite you to the 2025 Employee Health Fair! šŸ©ŗā¤ļøā€šŸ©¹

Stop by for health screenings, vaccines, massage therapy, giveaways, and over 80 vendors! āœ…

ā° 4-7 p.m.
šŸ—“ļø Tuesday, Sept. 9
šŸ¢ Starlight Event Center, Rio Grande Summit Room
šŸ“ 6650 Continental Dr

Learn more āž”ļø www.episd.org/benefits

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

4 months ago, Communications
2025 El Paso ISD Employee Health Fair Tuesday, Septemeber 9 4-7 p.m. at the Starlight Event Center. Health Screenings, vaccines, relax and recharge with free massage therapy, and win big with 80 vendors + giveaways + door prizes!
Employee receiving a vaccine
Employee receiving information from a vendor
Employee receiving a free back massage
The Healthy Living 2025 Fall schedule has arrived! šŸŒŸ Kick off the school year strong šŸ’Ŗ with FREE wellness activities for all employees, available at locations across the district! āœ…

Check out some of the exciting options:
šŸŽØ Art
šŸ“š Book Club
ā¤ļø CPR
šŸ§¶ Crochet
šŸ’ƒ Dance, Stretch & Relax
šŸ³ Healthy Cooking
šŸ“· Photography
šŸŽ¾ Pickleball
šŸ§˜ Pilates
šŸŗ Pottery
šŸ‹ļøā€ā™€ļø Strength & Conditioning
šŸŽ¾ Tennis Cardio
šŸ§˜ Yoga

Learn more āž”ļø www.episd.org/healthyliving

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4 months ago, Communications
Healthy Living Book Club
Healthy Living Nature Walks
Healthy Living Pottery Classes
Healthy Living Photography Classes
Why did the chickens cross the road? šŸ” To keep Western Hills Elementary School students safe, of course! šŸ’›šŸ’™ Shoutout to Mando and Mike for making safety egg-stra fun! šŸ›‘šŸšø

Help us keep students safe and thriving by joining El Paso ISDā€™s Volunteers in Public Schools program! šŸŒŸ

Learn more and apply today! āž”ļø www.episd.org/volunteer

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #Volunteer
4 months ago, Communications
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Our Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre reflects as we wrap up the first week of school, šŸ« šŸ“šŸ“š and expresses her gratitude for our incredible teachers, staff, students, and families for a great return. šŸŒŸ You are what makes El Paso ISD so special. šŸ’™ Letā€™s keep rising together! šŸš€

Watch here āž”ļø https://bit.ly/episd_0808

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4 months ago, Communications
A MESSAGE FROM MARTHA AGUIRRE INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT
Stay connected with El Paso ISD! šŸ“²

Download the EPISD app to get school and district updates, message with educators through the Rooms feature, and access classwork materials. šŸ“šŸ“ššŸŒŸ

Learn more āž”ļø www.episd.org/page/app-central

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4 months ago, Communications
Connect with your teacher, school and district! El Paso ISD App. It Starts With Us!
HAPPENING TOMORROW: The 2025ā€“26 school year begins! šŸŽ‰ Weā€™re excited to inspire and empower our learners to thrive! šŸŒŸšŸ“š Check out our academic calendar! āž”ļø www.episd.org/calendars #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDBacktoSchool
4 months ago, Communications
Mesita students smile for a photo
El Paso ISD stands with our community in remembrance of August 3, 2019. šŸ•Æļø

We remember those we lost and stand united in healing, strength, and hope for our community. ā¤ļø

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #ElPasoStrong
4 months ago, Communications
El Paso Strong August 3, 2019
Just a few days left until our amazing students are back in the classroom on Monday, August 4! šŸ«šŸŒŸšŸ“š

View the academic calendar āž”ļø www.episd.org/calendars

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDBacktoSchool
4 months ago, Communications
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šŸŒŸ LAST CHANCE TO FIESTA! šŸŒŸ

Celebrate the new school year at the final day of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta! šŸŽšŸŽ‰

ā° 6-7:30 p.m.
šŸ“… Thursday, July 31
šŸ“Andress, Austin, Bowie, Chapin

Learn more āž”ļø www.episd.org/fiesta

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta
4 months ago, Communications
Back to School Fiesta 2025 July 29-31, 2025 6-7:30 p.m.
Day 2 of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta is almost here! šŸŽšŸŽ‰

SEE YOU THERE! āœ…
ā° 6-7:30 p.m.
šŸ“… Wednesday, July 30
šŸ“ Coronado, Franklin

Learn more āž”ļø www.episd.org/fiesta

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta
5 months ago, Communications
Back to School Fiesta 2025 July 29-31, 2025 6-7:30 p.m.
šŸŒŸ STARTING SOON! šŸŒŸ

Don't miss out on the first day of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta! šŸŽšŸŽ‰

ā° 6-7:30 p.m.
šŸ“… Tuesday, July 29
šŸ“ Burges, El Paso, Irvin, Jefferson

Learn more āž”ļø www.episd.org/fiesta

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta
5 months ago, Communications
Back to School Fiesta 2025 July 29-31, 2025 6-7:30 p.m.
šŸŽ‰šŸŽ IT'S FIESTA TIME! šŸŽšŸŽ‰

Bring the family and join us for the first day of the El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta! šŸŒŸ

SEE YOU THERE! āœ…
ā° 6-7:30 p.m.
šŸ“… Tuesday, July 29
šŸ“ Burges, El Paso, Irvin, Jefferson

Learn more āž”ļø www.episd.org/fiesta

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta
5 months ago, Communications
2024 El Paso High School Back to School Fiesta group photo of Moreno Elementary staff
Jefferson students and mascot pose for a photo during 2024 Back to School Fiesta
Burges students play games at 2024 Back to School Fiesta
Irvin students smile for a photo with new school supplies at the 2024 Back to School Fiesta
The El Paso ISD Back to School Fiesta begins TOMORROW! šŸŽšŸŽ‰ Don't miss out on three days of fun, community, and celebration! šŸŒŸ

ā° 6-7:30 p.m. daily
šŸ“… Tuesday, July 29 - Burges, El Paso, Irvin, Jefferson
šŸ“… Wednesday, July 30 - Coronado, Franklin
šŸ“… Thursday, July 31 - Andress, Austin, Bowie, Chapin

Learn more āž”ļø www.episd.org/fiesta

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDFiesta
5 months ago, Communications
2024 Franklin High School Back to School Fiesta cheerleaders performing
2025 El Paso High School Back to School Fiesta community members playing loteria
Back to School Fiesta 2025 July 29-31, 2025 6-7:30 p.m.
2024 Austin High School Back to School fiesta band playing
Can you believe it? The first day of school is just ONE WEEK away! šŸŽ‰šŸ“š

We canā€™t wait to welcome our students back to the classroom on Monday, August 4! šŸŽ’šŸ«šŸŒŸ

View the academic calendar āž”ļø www.episd.org/calendars

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDBacktoSchool
5 months ago, Communications
Students cheering during a pep rally
The first day of school is just around the corner, and there's still time to enroll at El Paso ISD! šŸ“ššŸ™Œ

Come be part of our destination district where learners are inspired and empowered to thrive! šŸŒŸ

Register today! āž”ļø www.episd.org/register

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #Registration
5 months ago, Communications
It Starts With Us Registration Now Open for the 2025-26 school year