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

about 2 hours ago, Communications
Navy blue background with photo of child holding hand of military individual, a special needs student at the Unidos Games, and a student holding up a paper heart with text on the graphic that says support our students Federal Impact Aid Form survey now open

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

about 24 hours ago, Communications
Light blue background with photo of headset, notebook, keyboard, and apple with text on graphic that says Family Help Desk
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
1 day ago, Communications
El Paso ISD students and staff member take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire
Whitaker Elementary School students take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire while holding a rainbow (mascot)
El Paso ISD staff members take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire
Sunrise Elementary School student and staff member take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire
Raptor Parents,
If you would like to refer your student for Gifted and Talented (GT) screening, please review the flyer for more information.
The flyer includes instructions on how to complete and submit the referral form.

Thank you for supporting your student’s educational growth and opportunities!
1 day ago, Jessica Frederick
Refer A Student for Gifted and Talented Screening
Refiera A un Estudiante para la identificacion de estduiantes dotados y talentosos

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

3 days ago, Communications
Photo of student with I voted sticker on shirt with text on graphic that says It Starts With Us Register to Vote

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

3 days ago, Communications
Graphic with text that says Understanding School Taxes: El Paso ISD Adopts Lower Tax Rate $1.07 Tax rate lower than previous year
Graphic with text that says Understanding School Taxes: El Paso ISD Adopts Lower Tax Rate with photo of two buckets with text that says M&O Maintenance and Operations 2025 Rate: $0.7699/$100 2026 Rate: $0.7637/$100 Lower I&S Interest and Sinking 2025 Rate: $0.3108/$100 2026 Rate: $0.3108/$100 No Change
Graphic with text that says Understanding School Taxes: El Paso ISD Adopts Lower Tax Rate with photo of two buckets and text that says M&O Maintenance and Operations Day to Day Operations Teacher Salaries Classroom Supplies Utilities Transportation and other bucket says I & S Interest and Sinking Debt Service Construction Renovations HVAC Land

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD 

3 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize three exceptional students who earned Outstanding Performer Awards, one of the highest honors awarded to student musicians in Texas. 🎶🏆 This prestigious recognition is awarded to only a select few, with only 3% of solo performers earning Outstanding Performer status. Congratulations: 🌟 Hannah Carrillo, Coronado High School 🌟 Jillina Pomales, El Paso High School 🌟 Anne-Sophie Gagnon, Franklin High School #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize Murphree PK-8 and Guillen Middle School for their remarkable growth, improving to a B rating this year and delivering excellence in the classroom for every child! 🌟 
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize Murphree PK-8 and Guillen Middle School for their remarkable growth, improving to a B rating this year and delivering excellence in the classroom for every child! 🌟 
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize our campuses that earned an impressive “A” state rating. This achievement is a testament to the exceptional instruction, strong student support, and academic excellence taking place across El Paso ISD. 👏 Congratulations to our “A” rated campuses: 🌟 Bliss Elementary School 🌟 Cielo Vista Elementary School 🌟 Coldwell Elementary School 🌟 Hawkins Elementary School 🌟 Lundy Elementary School 🌟 Hornedo Middle School 🌟 Wiggs Middle School 🌟 Burges High School 🌟 Franklin High School 🌟 Silva Magnet 🌟 Transmountain Early College High School 🌟 Young Women’s STEAM Academy
📣 Raptor Parents & Families!

Check out our PBIS Celebration Flyer for important information about our 2026–2027 school year celebrations! 🎉

We’re excited to recognize and celebrate our students for demonstrating positive behavior and making great choices throughout the school year.

📅 Be sure to review the flyer for celebration dates, details, and important information.

Thank you for supporting our students and helping us make positive behavior a priority! 💙
3 days ago, Jessica Frederick
PBIS Celebration
Raptor Parents:
Come meet our Family Intervention Specialist, Ms. Bautista, and discover the wonderful services and support she has to offer families! 💛
We’ll also have a interactive discussion about healthy communication—what good communication looks like, what unhealthy communication can look like, and simple ways we can communicate better with one another and our children.
And that’s not all… stick around for a fun activity! 🎨🎲
Come learn, connect, and have some fun with us! September 16th @ 5pm- Lounge near front office. We can’t wait to see you there!
3 days ago, Jessica Frederick
Parent Recharge Crew Class Sept 16th 5pm lounge
Recharge Crew Sept 16th 5pm lounge

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

3 days ago, Communications
photo of El Paso ISD graduate in white gown with text that says On 915 Day, a donation of just $9.15 helps fund scholarships for graduating seniors
photo of El Paso ISD graduate from Young Women's Academy in white gown with text on graphic that says Where the money goes scholarships help students who demonstrate: academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement Awards can range up to $5,000, helping students take the next step towards their future.
Photo of El Paso ISD graduate with text on graphic that says Donate $9.15 today
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
3 days ago, Communications
Beige graphic with yellow followers and text that says Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Beige graphic with yellow followers and text that says Feliz Mes De La Herencia Hispana

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

3 days ago, Communications
Navy blue background with text that says El Paso Independent School District Board Meeting
4th Grade Raptor Parents,
Join us for our Fine Arts and Bring Minds: A night of Music, Art , and Academic Growth on Sept 17th. Grade Level academic games begin @ 4:30pm and Student Performance begins @5:15pm, all taking place in the Cafeteria.
3 days ago, Jessica Frederick
Fine Arts and Bright Minds
Bellas Artes y Mentes Brillantes
Dear Torres Elementary Parents and Guardians,

This week, our students will be celebrating Freedom Week and Constitution Day as part of our learning about the foundations of our nation and the importance of citizenship. We encourage families to discuss the importance of freedom, citizenship, and civic responsibility at home as we celebrate this special week together.
4 days ago, Torres Raptors
freedom week
Raptor Parents:
Reminder: Tomorrow September 15th is our Fall Parent Teacher Conferences. There is Early Release for All Students at 12:00pm.
Parent Teacher Conference will be begin 1:00pm and end at 5:45pm.
4 days ago, Jessica Frederick
Parent Teacher Conference Sept 15, 1pm-5:45 pm
Parent Teacher Conference 15 de septiembre 1:00pm-5:45pm
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
6 days ago, Communications
yellow background with text that says Gold Out Friday, Sept. 25 Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Tomorrow: 9/11/26
In Remembrance of 9/11, wear your Red, White, and Blue.
8 days ago, Jessica Frederick
Remembrance day

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

8 days ago, Communications
navy blue graphic with photos of child holding hand of military individual, special education student, and child holding up a paper heart with text that says support our students Federal Impact Aid Form survey now open
Raptor Parents,
Here is the September Parent Newsletter. So please remember that there is no school on Monday Sept. 7th due to Labor Day.

https://app.smore.com/n/n5tr0

14 days ago, Jessica Frederick
Raptor Parents,
Dismissal on Rushing after school today:
Due to construction on Rushing please be prepared to find an alternate parking. Thank you for your patience.
15 days ago, Jessica Frederick