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Happening Tomorrow: Borderland Biliteracy Family Project 📖🌟

Families of emergent bilingual students are invited to support their child’s literacy journey in both English and Spanish through fun activities and community resources that strengthen reading and writing skills. 📚✅

See you there!
⏰ 5-7 p.m.
📆 Wednesday, May 13
📍 Cooley Elementary School, 107 N Collingsworth

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about 2 months ago, Communications
Graphic with family reading a book together with spanish text that says Acompanenos con su familia a disfrutar de una tarde especial llena de lectura proyecto de alfabetizacion bilingue en la frontera. El primero en llegar es el primero en ser atendido. Una mochila llena de libros! Colaboracion con Billingualism Matters. Solamente para estudiantes bilingues emergentes!
Graphic with family reading a book together with text that says Join us for magical evenings celebrating the joy of reading Borderland Biliteracy Family Project. First come, first serve backpack full of books! Partnership with Billingualism Matters. For emergent bilingual students only
🎶 Let’s get Footloose and dance into summer, Raptors! 🕺✨

Join us on Thursday, May 21st for our PTO’s Retro 80’s Dance from 4:30–6:00 p.m. 🎉

🎟️ Tickets are $5.00 and include a glow stick plus an entry into a raffle for an awesome 80’s-themed prize!

Whether you’re Pretty in Pink or dressed for Fame, we hope to see you there for a totally rad evening of fun! 💿🌟

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about 2 months ago, Matthew Levey
PTO 80's Retro Dance 2026
Step into a world of creativity at Colorful Dreams! Join us on May 14 from 5:00–6:30 p.m. in the Dr. Torres Elementary Cafeteria for an evening filled with GT Expo projects, musical performances, and cheer presentations!

Come celebrate the amazing talents and imagination of our students—we can’t wait to see you there!
about 2 months ago, Matthew Levey
Dr. Torres Elementary GT Expo 2026
Happy Mother's Day to the incredible mothers of El Paso ISD! 💌❤️

Your unwavering love and support inspire our students to grow with confidence, achieve their goals, and thrive in and beyond the classroom. 📚🌟

Thank you for being part of the El Paso ISD family! 💐💗

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about 2 months ago, Communications
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🌟HAPPENING TODAY! 🌟

Join us as we celebrate the creativity and talent of our student filmmakers at the 18th Annual El Paso ISD Student Digital Film Festival! 🎬✨

Don’t miss a day filled with red carpet moments, storytelling, and student-made films. 👏📽️

⏰ Secondary Red Carpet: 12–1 p.m. | Ceremony: 1–3 p.m.
⏰ Elementary Red Carpet: 4–5 p.m. | Ceremony: 5–7 p.m.
📆 Saturday, May 9
📍 Coronado High School’s Lee Capshaw Fine Arts Center

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
about 2 months ago, Communications
Gold graphic with text that says 18th Annual EPISD Student Digital Film Festival don't miss it Saturday, May 9, 2026 Secondary Red Carpet Event 12-1 p.m. Award ceremony 1-3 p.m. Elementary red carpet event 4-5 p.m. awards ceremony 5-7 p.m. Lee Capshaw FIne Arts Center Coronado High School 100 champions place El Paso, Texas 79912
El Paso ISD schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

In addition, students and teachers will have early release on Friday, May 22. 🌟 Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.

Stay informed on important district dates and view the early release schedule here ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

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about 2 months ago, Communications
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The It Starts With a Book Lit Fest brought a chapter full of joy to our El Paso ISD families! 📖🌟

Smiles were everywhere as students and families listened to guest authors, discovered new books, and enjoyed interactive activities. 🙌

The event showcased El Paso ISD’s commitment to expanding literacy opportunities and fostering a lifelong love of reading in every student. 📚❤️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
about 2 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD families get books signed by authors
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Author gives storytelling presentation while dressed as a luchador with a gold crown while holding up a rose
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Help us reunite lost items with their owners by checking out our Lost and Found! From jackets and water bottles to lunch boxes and more, you never know what treasures might be waiting to be claimed.

Be sure to stop by and take a look before the end of the school year!
about 2 months ago, Matthew Levey
Lost and Found
Lifelong Success Starts With Us! 🌟

El Paso ISD is excited to welcome new and returning families to register for the 2026–2027 school year! 📚

From advanced academics to STEM academies, we’re committed to providing opportunities that prepare our students for bright and successful futures. 🙌

Secure your child's spot today! ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

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about 2 months ago, Communications
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🌟 Happy Military Appreciation Month 🌟

At El Paso ISD, we proudly support over 8,000 military-connected students and families who call our district home. 🏡❤️

Whether you are arriving, returning, or transitioning, you will find a welcoming, supportive community that is committed to helping every student succeed. 📚🌟

Learn more about our military support ➡️ www.episd.org/militaryengagement

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MilitaryAppreciationMonth
about 2 months ago, Communications
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What better way to kick off the summer vibes than with a Summer Dance! Our PTO is excited to host a Retro 80’s Dance on Thursday, May 21st from 4:30–6:00 p.m. 🎉

Tickets are $5.00 and include a glow stick plus an entry into a raffle for a totally rad 80’s prize!

Purchase your tickets using the QR code or through the link—quick and easy!

Grab your neon, tease that hair, and get ready for a fun-filled evening—we can’t wait to see you there!

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about 2 months ago, Matthew Levey
PTO 80's Retro Dance 2026
El Paso ISD proudly celebrates our incredible nurses for School Nurse Day! 🩺❤️

Every day, you care for our students with compassion and dedication, ensuring they are safe, supported, and ready to learn. 📚🌟

Thank you for keeping our school communities healthy and strong. 💪

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #SchoolNurseDay
about 2 months ago, Communications
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Raptors!

Here is your final parent newsletter for the school year as we wrap things up! We have several exciting events coming up, including our big End-of-Year Awards Ceremony 🎉

Stay informed and be sure to check out the updated event calendar as well. Let’s finish the year strong and SOAR!

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about 2 months ago, Matthew Levey
May Event Calendar 2026:
Lights, camera, action! 🎬🌟

Our student filmmakers are stepping into the spotlight at the 18th Annual El Paso ISD Student Digital Film Festival. 📽️✨

Join us for an inspiring showcase of creativity, talent, and powerful storytelling from across the district. 👏

See you there!
⏰ 12-7 p.m.
📆 Saturday, May 9
📍Coronado High School's Lee Capshaw Fine Arts Center

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
about 2 months ago, Communications
Gold graphic with text that says 18th Annual EPISD Student Digital Film Festival don't miss it Saturday, May 9, 2026 Secondary Red Carpet Event 12-1 p.m. Award ceremony 1-3 p.m. Elementary red carpet event 4-5 p.m. awards ceremony 5-7 p.m. Lee Capshaw FIne Arts Center Coronado High School 100 champions place El Paso, Texas 79912

Join our PTO today from 4:30–5:30 p.m. in the teacher’s lounge! We’d love to see you there and get you involved!

about 2 months ago, Matthew Levey
PTO meeting 05/04/2026
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎📚

We are grateful for the incredible educators across El Paso ISD who go above and beyond to support, inspire, and uplift our students. 👨‍🏫👩‍🏫❤️

Thank you for turning classrooms into places of limitless potential and for helping set students up for successful futures. 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #TeacherAppreciationWeek
about 2 months ago, Communications
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Stay connected anytime, anywhere with the El Paso ISD App! 📲✨

Get real-time school updates, communicate securely with educators through the Rooms feature, and easily access classwork, resources, and more, all in one convenient place. 📚🌟👏

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

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about 2 months ago, Communications
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HAPPENING TODAY: El Paso ISD Job Fair! 🌟

Join the El Paso ISD team and explore rewarding career opportunities in maintenance, custodial, transportation, food & nutrition services, and special education. 🏫📚

Don't forget to bring your resume and be ready to interview! ✅

⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
📆 Saturday, May 2
📍 Chapin High School, 7000 Dyer St
🌐 Join Our Team ➡️ www.episd.org/jobs

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
about 2 months ago, Communications
 Puestos Disponibles en mantenimiento, conserjeria, transporte de educacion especial y servicios de alimentacion! Sabado, May 2 Chapin HS 7000 Dyer ST, 79904 9 a.m.-1 p.m. El Paso ISD Feria De Empleo Unete al equipo hoy mismo! episd.org/jobs
Maintenance, custodial, special education, transportation, & food services positions Sat, May 2 Chapin HS 7000 Dyer ST, 79904 9 a.m.-1 p.m. El Paso ISD Job Fair Join the team today! episd.org/jobs
That’s a wrap on the Unidos Games! 🎊

School pride and unity filled every corner of the event, with cheers echoing through the crowds as the El Paso ISD community celebrated our students. 🌟

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/Unidos_0501

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
about 2 months ago, Communications
Undios Games race with two high school students guiding younger students
Unidos Game Parade staff member waving
Parents cheer on students during Unidos Game Parade holding sign
Unidos Game Parade Hartley PK-8 school waving

Tomorrow is the day! Get ready for a fun and inspiring experience at the ISWAB Literary Festival! Meet amazing authors, explore the joy of reading, and enjoy exciting activities for all ages.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to celebrate books and creativity—we hope to see you there! 😊

about 2 months ago, Matthew Levey
EPISD BookLit Fest 2026
EPISD BookLit Fest 2026