Let's fill our schools with gold next Friday, Sept. 25, and send a powerful message of hope, strength, and support for children and families affected by cancer.
Show us how you're wearing gold by tagging us in your photos! 📸
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Show us how you're wearing gold by tagging us in your photos! 📸
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Support students across El Paso ISD! 🌟
El Paso ISD families, please complete the Federal Impact Aid Form sent to your email. 📧✅
For more information on how the Federal Impact Aid Form supports the district, visit ➡️ www.episd.org/page/federal-impact-aid-survey
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Dear Tom Lea Parents and Guardians,
Great news! If you register your child for the Brave Bull Fun Run by Sunday, September 20, at 8:00 PM, your child can wear pajamas to school on Monday, September 21, 2026!
Registration is completely FREE!
👉 Sign up now at mybooster.com
Questions? Contact Tom Lea PTA at tomleajrpta@gmail.com.
Estimados padres y tutores:
¡Inscriban a sus hijos en la carrera Brave Bull Fun Run antes del domingo 20 de septiembre a las 8:00 p. m. y podrán venir a la escuela en pijama el lunes 21 de septiembre de 2026!
¡La inscripción es completamente GRATIS!
👉 Inscríbanse ahora en mybooster.com
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Recordatorios importantes: Las pijamas deben cumplir con el código de vestimenta escolar. No se permiten pantuflas ni zapatos abiertos.
¿Tienen preguntas? Comuníquense con la Asociación de Padres y Maestros (PTA) de Tom Lea: tomleajrpta@gmail.com.
Great news! If you register your child for the Brave Bull Fun Run by Sunday, September 20, at 8:00 PM, your child can wear pajamas to school on Monday, September 21, 2026!
Registration is completely FREE!
👉 Sign up now at mybooster.com
Questions? Contact Tom Lea PTA at tomleajrpta@gmail.com.
Estimados padres y tutores:
¡Inscriban a sus hijos en la carrera Brave Bull Fun Run antes del domingo 20 de septiembre a las 8:00 p. m. y podrán venir a la escuela en pijama el lunes 21 de septiembre de 2026!
¡La inscripción es completamente GRATIS!
👉 Inscríbanse ahora en mybooster.com
.
Recordatorios importantes: Las pijamas deben cumplir con el código de vestimenta escolar. No se permiten pantuflas ni zapatos abiertos.
¿Tienen preguntas? Comuníquense con la Asociación de Padres y Maestros (PTA) de Tom Lea: tomleajrpta@gmail.com.
The El Paso ISD Family Help Desk serves as a one-stop resource for families, providing information, guidance, and personalized support to help navigate their child's educational journey. 📚🤝
🌟 Contact the Family Help Desk Today! 🌟
☎️ 915-230-2581
✉️ Email: familyhelpdesk@episd.org
📆 Monday – Friday
⏰ 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
✅ Calls received after hours will be returned the following business day
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/o/episd/page/family-helpdesk
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Happy Mexican Independence Day! 🇲🇽
El Paso ISD was filled with green, white, and red as our students and staff celebrated 16 de Septiembre! 💚🤍❤️
The celebration highlighted the culture, traditions, and pride that continue to enrich our schools and community. 🌟
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MexicanIndependenceDay
El Paso ISD was filled with green, white, and red as our students and staff celebrated 16 de Septiembre! 💚🤍❤️
The celebration highlighted the culture, traditions, and pride that continue to enrich our schools and community. 🌟
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MexicanIndependenceDay
It's National Voter Registration Day! 🗳️
Whether you're registering for the first time or updating your information, now is a great time to get election-ready. ✅
For more information, visit ➡️ https://www.texas.gov/living-in-texas/texas-voter-registration/
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Lower tax rate! ✅
Swipe through to learn how each portion of the tax rate helps support classrooms, students, and educational opportunities across our district.
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/tax_0915
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El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize El Paso ISD students and campuses for their incredible achievements during the board meeting on September 15, 2026, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟
View all photos ➡️ September 2026 Board Meeting
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It's 915 Day, El Paso! 🎊
Let's celebrate our city by giving back to the students who will shape its future. 🌟
Donate $9.15 today to help provide scholarships for El Paso ISD graduating seniors. 🎓
Join us in investing in the next generation of El Paso. ❤️ Donate today! ➡️ https://pdnfoundation.org/give-to-a-fund/episd-education-foundation
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #ElPaso #915
📣 CogAT Overview – Parent Information Meeting
Families are invited to join us for a CogAT Overview to learn more about the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT), what it measures, who takes it, and how the assessment is administered.
Date: Tuesday, September 22
Time: 4:00–5:00 PM
Location: School Library
The CogAT is a computer-based assessment that measures how students think and solve problems in verbal, quantitative (math), and nonverbal areas. This informational meeting is a great opportunity for families to better understand the assessment and how we can support our students.
For questions, please contact Sergio Cuevas, GT Campus Coordinator, at srcueva1@episd.org or (915) 230-5450
All families are welcome!
Families are invited to join us for a CogAT Overview to learn more about the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT), what it measures, who takes it, and how the assessment is administered.
Date: Tuesday, September 22
Time: 4:00–5:00 PM
Location: School Library
The CogAT is a computer-based assessment that measures how students think and solve problems in verbal, quantitative (math), and nonverbal areas. This informational meeting is a great opportunity for families to better understand the assessment and how we can support our students.
For questions, please contact Sergio Cuevas, GT Campus Coordinator, at srcueva1@episd.org or (915) 230-5450
All families are welcome!
Today marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌟
From September 15 through October 15, we celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, history, and contributions of Hispanic communities that help shape our city and our schools. ❤️
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #HispanicHeritageMonth
From September 15 through October 15, we celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, history, and contributions of Hispanic communities that help shape our city and our schools. ❤️
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #HispanicHeritageMonth
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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Parent Informational Data Meeting
Tom Lea Elementary families are invited to join us on Tuesday, September 22 at 9:00 AM for our Parent Informational Data Meeting.
Mrs. Sandoval, our Campus Principal, will share and explain our school’s academic goals for this school year, based on STAAR data and other campus/district assessments.
We hope you can join us and learn more about our goals for student success!
For questions, please contact:
Mrs. Carolina Alarcón, FCML
(915) 230-5460
Reunión de Información de Datos para Padres
Invitamos a las familias de Tom Lea Elementary a acompañarnos el martes, 22 de septiembre a las 9:00 AM para nuestra Reunión de Información de Datos para Padres.
La Sra. Sandoval, nuestra Directora, compartirá y explicará las metas académicas de nuestra escuela para este año escolar, basadas en los datos de STAAR y otras evaluaciones del campus/distrito.
¡Esperamos contar con su presencia y compartir con ustedes nuestras metas para el éxito de nuestros estudiantes!
Para preguntas, comuníquese con:
Sra. Carolina Alarcón, FCML
(915) 230-5460
Tom Lea Elementary families are invited to join us on Tuesday, September 22 at 9:00 AM for our Parent Informational Data Meeting.
Mrs. Sandoval, our Campus Principal, will share and explain our school’s academic goals for this school year, based on STAAR data and other campus/district assessments.
We hope you can join us and learn more about our goals for student success!
For questions, please contact:
Mrs. Carolina Alarcón, FCML
(915) 230-5460
Reunión de Información de Datos para Padres
Invitamos a las familias de Tom Lea Elementary a acompañarnos el martes, 22 de septiembre a las 9:00 AM para nuestra Reunión de Información de Datos para Padres.
La Sra. Sandoval, nuestra Directora, compartirá y explicará las metas académicas de nuestra escuela para este año escolar, basadas en los datos de STAAR y otras evaluaciones del campus/distrito.
¡Esperamos contar con su presencia y compartir con ustedes nuestras metas para el éxito de nuestros estudiantes!
Para preguntas, comuníquese con:
Sra. Carolina Alarcón, FCML
(915) 230-5460
Parents, Guardians, Military Families & Community Members — You’re Invited!
Join us for an Informational Meeting featuring The El Paso Center for Children. Come learn about the valuable services, resources, and programs available to support children and families in our community.
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Tom Lea Elementary- 4851 Marcus Uribe Dr., El Paso, TX 79934
All families are welcome, including our military-connected families!
Questions? Please contact Mrs. Carolina Alarcón, FCML at (915) 230-5460/ (915) 236-6660..
¡Padres, tutores, familias militares y miembros de la comunidad están invitados!
Acompáñenos a una Reunión Informativa con una presentación de The El Paso Center for Children. Conozca los valiosos servicios, recursos y programas disponibles para apoyar a los niños y las familias de nuestra comunidad.
Lunes, 21 de septiembre de 2026 a las 9:00 AM
Tom Lea Elementary- 4851 Marcus Uribe Dr., El Paso, TX 79934
¡Todas las familias son bienvenidas, incluyendo nuestras familias conectadas con las fuerzas armadas!
¿Preguntas? Comuníquese con Sra. Carolina Alarcón, FCML al (915) 230-5460/ (915) 236-6660.
Wear gold with us on Friday, Sept. 25, as El Paso ISD recognizes Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 💛
Together, we'll honor the incredible strength and resilience of the children and families affected by childhood cancer.
Wear gold, share your support, and tag us in your photos! 📸
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth
Together, we'll honor the incredible strength and resilience of the children and families affected by childhood cancer.
Wear gold, share your support, and tag us in your photos! 📸
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth
TOM LEA GRANDPARENTS CELEBRATION – MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14!
Dear Tom Lea Families,
This is a friendly reminder that our Grandparents Celebration will be held on Monday, September 14!
Grandparents are invited to join their grandchild during their scheduled PE time for a special celebration together.
🪪 IMPORTANT: All visitors must bring a current, valid state-issued ID to check in at the front office.
⏰ Please see the flyer for your grandchild’s PE time and plan to arrive a few minutes early to allow time for check-in.
We look forward to welcoming our wonderful Tom Lea grandparents!
Go Brave Bulls! 🐂
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¡CELEBRACIÓN DE LOS ABUELOS DE TOM LEA – LUNES 14 DE SEPTIEMBRE!
Estimadas familias de Tom Lea:
Este es un recordatorio de que nuestra Celebración de los Abuelos se llevará a cabo el lunes 14 de septiembre.
Invitamos a los abuelos a acompañar a su nieto(a) durante su horario de Educación Física (PE) para disfrutar juntos de una celebración especial.
🪪 IMPORTANTE: Todos los visitantes deberán presentar una identificación estatal vigente y válida al registrarse en la oficina principal.
⏰ Por favor, consulte el volante para ver el horario de PE de su nieto(a) y llegue unos minutos antes para tener tiempo de registrarse.
¡Esperamos con mucho gusto recibir a nuestros maravillosos abuelos de Tom Lea!
¡Go Brave Bulls! 🐂
Dear Tom Lea Families,
This is a friendly reminder that our Grandparents Celebration will be held on Monday, September 14!
Grandparents are invited to join their grandchild during their scheduled PE time for a special celebration together.
🪪 IMPORTANT: All visitors must bring a current, valid state-issued ID to check in at the front office.
⏰ Please see the flyer for your grandchild’s PE time and plan to arrive a few minutes early to allow time for check-in.
We look forward to welcoming our wonderful Tom Lea grandparents!
Go Brave Bulls! 🐂
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¡CELEBRACIÓN DE LOS ABUELOS DE TOM LEA – LUNES 14 DE SEPTIEMBRE!
Estimadas familias de Tom Lea:
Este es un recordatorio de que nuestra Celebración de los Abuelos se llevará a cabo el lunes 14 de septiembre.
Invitamos a los abuelos a acompañar a su nieto(a) durante su horario de Educación Física (PE) para disfrutar juntos de una celebración especial.
🪪 IMPORTANTE: Todos los visitantes deberán presentar una identificación estatal vigente y válida al registrarse en la oficina principal.
⏰ Por favor, consulte el volante para ver el horario de PE de su nieto(a) y llegue unos minutos antes para tener tiempo de registrarse.
¡Esperamos con mucho gusto recibir a nuestros maravillosos abuelos de Tom Lea!
¡Go Brave Bulls! 🐂
Please support our students by completing the Federal Impact Aid Form in the email shared with families this week.
For more information about the Federal Impact Aid Form and how it supports the district, please visit ➡️ www.episd.org/page/federal-impact-aid-survey
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Dear Tom Lea Families,
Tom Lea Elementary is collecting candy donations for the Andress High School Homecoming Parade- “A Night in Rio,” taking place on Wednesday, September 16!
Our Tom Lea students will be walking in the parade, and the donated candy will be used for them to hand out to the crowd along the parade route. Help us make the parade extra sweet!
Please bring your candy donations during Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 15 and drop them off in the cafeteria with Mrs. Alarcón in the red wagon.
Thank you for supporting our students and showing your Brave Bull spirit!
Questions? Contact Mrs. Alarcón at (915) 230-5460 or (915) 236-6660.
Estimadas familias de Tom Lea:
Tom Lea Elementary está recolectando donaciones de dulces para el Desfile de Homecoming de Andress High School- “Una Noche en Río,” que se llevará a cabo el miércoles, 16 de septiembre.
Nuestros estudiantes de Tom Lea participarán caminando en el desfile, y los dulces donados serán utilizados por ellos para repartirlos al público durante el recorrido. ¡Ayúdenos a hacer el desfile aún más dulce!
Por favor, traiga sus donaciones durante las Conferencias de Padres y Maestros el martes, 15 de septiembre y entréguelas en la cafetería con la Sra. Alarcón en el carrito rojo.
¡Gracias por apoyar a nuestros estudiantes y demostrar su espíritu Brave Bull!
¿Preguntas? Comuníquese con Mrs. Alarcón al (915) 230-5460 o (915) 236-6660
Tom Lea Elementary is collecting candy donations for the Andress High School Homecoming Parade- “A Night in Rio,” taking place on Wednesday, September 16!
Our Tom Lea students will be walking in the parade, and the donated candy will be used for them to hand out to the crowd along the parade route. Help us make the parade extra sweet!
Please bring your candy donations during Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 15 and drop them off in the cafeteria with Mrs. Alarcón in the red wagon.
Thank you for supporting our students and showing your Brave Bull spirit!
Questions? Contact Mrs. Alarcón at (915) 230-5460 or (915) 236-6660.
Estimadas familias de Tom Lea:
Tom Lea Elementary está recolectando donaciones de dulces para el Desfile de Homecoming de Andress High School- “Una Noche en Río,” que se llevará a cabo el miércoles, 16 de septiembre.
Nuestros estudiantes de Tom Lea participarán caminando en el desfile, y los dulces donados serán utilizados por ellos para repartirlos al público durante el recorrido. ¡Ayúdenos a hacer el desfile aún más dulce!
Por favor, traiga sus donaciones durante las Conferencias de Padres y Maestros el martes, 15 de septiembre y entréguelas en la cafetería con la Sra. Alarcón en el carrito rojo.
¡Gracias por apoyar a nuestros estudiantes y demostrar su espíritu Brave Bull!
¿Preguntas? Comuníquese con Mrs. Alarcón al (915) 230-5460 o (915) 236-6660
Tom Lea Scholastic Book Fair is almost here!
Tom Lea PTA invites our families to join us for our Fall Scholastic Book Fair, September 14–18!
Book Fair Hours:
Before School: 7:30–8:00 AM
After School: 3:30–4:00 PM
School Gym
⭐ Special Hours: We will also be OPEN during Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 15, from 1:00–6:00 PM!
💳 Make shopping easier for your child by setting up a Scholastic eWallet! Simply scan the QR code on the attached flyer.
Questions or need assistance? Contact Tom Lea PTA at tomleajrpta@gmail.com.
We can't wait to see you at the Book Fair!
Go Brave Bulls!
¡Ya casi llega la Feria del Libro Scholastic de Tom Lea!
Tom Lea PTA invita a nuestras familias a acompañarnos en nuestra Feria del Libro Scholastic de Otoño, del 14 al 18 de septiembre.
Horario de la Feria:
Antes de clases: 7:30–8:00 AM
Después de clases: 3:30–4:00 PM
Gimnasio de la escuela
⭐ Horario especial: También estaremos ABIERTOS durante las Conferencias de Padres y Maestros el martes 15 de septiembre, de 1:00–6:00 PM.
💳 ¡Haga que las compras sean más fáciles para su hijo(a) configurando una Scholastic eWallet! Simplemente escanee el código QR en el volante adjunto.
¿Tiene preguntas o necesita ayuda? Comuníquese con Tom Lea PTA a tomleajrpta@gmail.com.
¡Los esperamos en la Feria del Libro!
¡Vamos Brave Bulls!
Tom Lea PTA invites our families to join us for our Fall Scholastic Book Fair, September 14–18!
Book Fair Hours:
Before School: 7:30–8:00 AM
After School: 3:30–4:00 PM
School Gym
⭐ Special Hours: We will also be OPEN during Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 15, from 1:00–6:00 PM!
💳 Make shopping easier for your child by setting up a Scholastic eWallet! Simply scan the QR code on the attached flyer.
Questions or need assistance? Contact Tom Lea PTA at tomleajrpta@gmail.com.
We can't wait to see you at the Book Fair!
Go Brave Bulls!
¡Ya casi llega la Feria del Libro Scholastic de Tom Lea!
Tom Lea PTA invita a nuestras familias a acompañarnos en nuestra Feria del Libro Scholastic de Otoño, del 14 al 18 de septiembre.
Horario de la Feria:
Antes de clases: 7:30–8:00 AM
Después de clases: 3:30–4:00 PM
Gimnasio de la escuela
⭐ Horario especial: También estaremos ABIERTOS durante las Conferencias de Padres y Maestros el martes 15 de septiembre, de 1:00–6:00 PM.
💳 ¡Haga que las compras sean más fáciles para su hijo(a) configurando una Scholastic eWallet! Simplemente escanee el código QR en el volante adjunto.
¿Tiene preguntas o necesita ayuda? Comuníquese con Tom Lea PTA a tomleajrpta@gmail.com.
¡Los esperamos en la Feria del Libro!
¡Vamos Brave Bulls!
📢 Attention Parents & Guardians!
The Impact Aid Survey will be available through Parent Portal September 9–25, 2026.
Your participation matters! Every completed survey helps maximize important federal funding that supports our district, schools, and students.
Please take a few minutes to complete the survey during the online window. Every survey counts!
Thank you for supporting our students and schools! ❤️
The Impact Aid Survey will be available through Parent Portal September 9–25, 2026.
Your participation matters! Every completed survey helps maximize important federal funding that supports our district, schools, and students.
Please take a few minutes to complete the survey during the online window. Every survey counts!
Thank you for supporting our students and schools! ❤️
