💜 PURPLE UP DAY! 💜

El Paso ISD showed up strong in purple to honor and support our military-connected students and families! 🌟

We’re grateful for our military community and proudly stand with those who serve. 🇺🇸

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #PurpleUp #MonthoftheMilitaryChild
3 months ago, Communications
Photo of five students smiling for a group photo all wearing purple with a purple sign behind them that says Purple Up for Military Kids
Mother and son smile for a photo while wearing purple with a purple sign behind them that says Purple Up for Military Kids
Staff members take group photo showing off their purple attire for Purple Up Day
Large group of students from Navarrete Middle School smile for a photo showing off their purple attire for Purple Up Day
Raptors! 📣

Join us this Wednesday, April 15 at 5:00 p.m. or Thursday, April 16 at 9:00 a.m. in the Teacher’s Lounge to review this year’s student compact and policy.

Your voice matters—we hope to see you there!
3 months ago, Matthew Levey

Raptor Military Families— join us tomorrow! 💜🎨

Join us for Purple Stories: Art Through a Military Child’s Eyes
🕓 Tomorrow, Tuesday April 14th | 4:00–5:30 PM | Enter through Sweetwater Entrance, we will be in the Art Classroom

Come create, connect, and celebrate the strength of our military children—this is a special night just for YOU (active duty, veteran, reserve, and guard families)

✨ First 30 people receive a FREE canvas for their artwork

🎁 TWO families will win a Purple Up Edition Starbucks Tumbler

🍪 Snacks & drinks will be provided!

This is more than an art night—it’s a chance to honor your child’s journey, express their story, and connect with your community 💜

🔗 RSVP here: Purple Stories: Art Through A Military Child's Eyes - DR. Torres – Fill out form

Let’s Purple Up together—we can’t wait to see you there! 💜

3 months ago, Angie Chavez
Military connected Families - Purple Stories
Military Connected Giveaway
🎮 Registration Challenge!

Help your child’s class win by completing registration for 2026–2027!

🏆 Top classes earn Tech Time + snacks:
• Top 5 → 45 min
• Next 5 → 30 min
• Next 5 → 20 min

💻 Includes Switch, Minecraft & more!

Let’s get registered and win! 🚀
3 months ago, Matthew Levey
Registration 2026-2027 Challenge
🌟HAPPENING TODAY! 🌟

Join us for Pre-K Enrollment Day at the El Paso Zoo! ✅

Enjoy a fun day with the family while exploring El Paso ISD’s early childhood programs and discover how we prepare young learners for success. 📚👏

See you there!
⏰ 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
📆 Saturday, April 11
🎟 Free Admission: 1 Parent + 2 Children (One child must be 3 or 4 years old.)
📍4001 E. Paisano

Learn more about El Paso ISD ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
Graphic with little girl smiling with jungle background and monkey swinging with text that says PreK Enrollment at the Zoo Saturday, April 11 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission for: 1 parent+2 children *One child must be 3 or 4 years old.
As National Assistant Principals Week comes to a close, we’re proud to recognize our incredible APs for the dedication, leadership, and passion they bring to our El Paso ISD community every single day. ❤️🌟

Watch here ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17qPgJcytJ/

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #NationalAssistantPrincipalsWeek
3 months ago, Communications
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Torres Raptors showed up and showed OUT for Operation Purple Power! 💜🤸‍♀️

Students with consent forms rotated through exciting stations including the balance beam, springboard jumps onto a crash mat, and inclined wedge mats for forward rolls, building confidence, coordination, and strength. Torres students also powered through slider stations for an extra upper body challenge!

This high-energy day celebrated the strength and resilience of our military-connected students—and our Raptors truly soared with Purple Pride! 💜🦅


We have two more events to celebrate Month of the Military Child! Military Connected Families- Join us on Tuesday, April 14th to participate in Purple Stories: Art Through a Military Child's Eyes. Join us for:

🎨 First 30 families receive a FREE canvas (sponsored by Grand Canyon University!)
🎁 Enter a raffle for a Special Purple Up Edition Raptor Starbucks Tumbler
💙Student artwork will be featured at our April 23rd Military Child Celebration


Raptors soar high with Purple Pride! 👏💜🌟

3 months ago, Angie Chavez
Operation Purple Up Recap Collage - April 7th
Purple Stories - Happening Next Tuesday!
Military Connected Family - Giveaway
Through Our Eyes: A Military Child Celebration
Celebrating Our Military Kids: April Event Calendar
HAPPENING TOMORROW: EL PASO ISD JOB FAIR 🌟

Build your career at El Paso ISD! ✅ We're hiring for positions in Maintenance, Custodial, Transportation and Food and Nutrition Services.

⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
📆 Saturday, April 11
📍 Delta Operations Center, 1905 Delta Dr
✅ Bring your resume & be ready to interview

Can’t make it? Join us at our upcoming job fairs:
⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
📆 Saturday, April 25
📍 Murphree PK-8, 499 Cabaret Dr

⏰ 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
3 months ago, Communications
Photo of four custodians smiling with thumbs up with text that says Build Your Career APPLY TODAY! episd.org/jobs Maintenance, Custodial, Transportation & Food Services Positions Available!
Graphic with a group photo of El Paso ISD employees that says El Paso ISD Job Fair Join the Team Today! episd.org/jobs Maintenance, Custodial, Transportation, & Food Services positions available! Sat, April 11 Delta Ops Center 1905 Delta Dr, 79905 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat, April 25 Murphree PK8 499 Cabaret Dr, 79912 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat, May 2 Chapin HS 7000 Dyer ST, 79904 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Graphic with a group photo of El Paso ISD employees that says in spanish El Paso ISD Feria De Empleo Unete Al equipo hoy mismo! episd.org/jobs Puestos Disponibles en mantenimiento, limpieza, transporte y servicios de alimentacion! Sabado, April 11 Delta Ops Center 1905 Delta Dr, 79905 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sabado, April 25 Murphree PK8 499 Cabaret Dr, 79912 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sabado, May 2 Chapin HS 7000 Dyer ST, 79904 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Have you registered yet? ✅

El Paso ISD registration for the 2026-27 school year is NOW OPEN! 🎊

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

Need help? Call our Family Help Desk at 915-230-2581 ☎️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #Registration
3 months ago, Communications
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Starting today! Join us for four magical evenings celebrating the joy of reading at the Borderland Biliteracy Family Project events! 📖✅

Families of emergent bilingual students are invited to support their child’s literacy journey in both English and Spanish. 🌟

Enjoy interactive activities, learn practical strategies, and connect with local community resources and programs that help students grow as confident readers and writers. 📚👏

Upcoming Events:
⏰ 5-7 p.m.
📆 Friday, April 10 at Polk Elementary
📆 Tuesday, April 28 at El Paso High School
📆 Thursday, April 30 at Duran Elementary
📆 Wednesday, May 13 at Cooley Elementary

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 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 spanish 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
🌟HAPPENING TODAY! 🌟

Join us tonight at the Fort Bliss Pre-K–12 School District Showcase! 📚✅

Find out how El Paso ISD helps students thrive through engaging classrooms, college and career pathways, and a strong support system for military-connected families.

⏰ 5-7 p.m.
📆 Thursday, April 9
📍Centennial Banquet and Conference Center, 11199 SGT. E. Churchill St.
☎️ For more information, call 915-569-5064

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
Photo of military child and parent hugging with text that says Pre-K -12 School District Showcase for Military Families April 9 from 5-7 p.m. Centennial 11199 Sergeant E Churchill St, Fort Bliss, TX 79916 Free-No Registration Required!
💜 HAPPENING FRIDAY: PURPLE UP DAY 💜

Join us in celebrating our El Paso ISD military-connected students by wearing purple on Friday, April 10! 🌟

Let’s show our appreciation and support for the strength, resilience, and sacrifice of our military community. 💜

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
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Dr. Torres Military Families—this one is for YOU! 💜

Join us for Purple Stories: Art Through a Military Child’s Eyes 🗓 Tuesday, April 14 | 4:00–5:30 PM

Come create, connect, and celebrate the strength of our military children—whether you are active duty, veteran, reserve, or guard, this night is designed with your family in mind.

🎨 First 30 families receive a FREE canvas (sponsored by Grand Canyon University!)
🎁 Enter a raffle for a Special Purple Up Edition Raptor Starbucks Tumbler
💙Student artwork will be featured at our April 23rd Military Child Celebration

Give your child the opportunity to express their journey, build confidence, and be part of something bigger.

✨ Also save the date for April 23rd (4–6 PM at Torres) when both campuses unite for:

  • Student Art Exhibition

  • Raptor Cheer performance at 4:15 PM

  • Live reading of Captain Mama by Graciela Tiscareño-Sato

  • Resource tables with interactive activities

  • Book purchases & autographs available

Together, we Purple Up to celebrate the strength and stories of our military children. 💜

3 months ago, Angie Chavez
Purple Stories | April 14th
Through Our Eyes: A Military Child Celebration
Raptors! Join us tomorrow for another session at the ADHD Academy from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. — we’d love to see you there!
3 months ago, Matthew Levey
Paso Del Norte Parent Academy
Paso Del Norte Parent Academy

Happy April, Raptors! 🌸 Just a quick heads-up that the April Newsletter has arrived! Be sure to check it for important updates, upcoming events, and helpful information. Let’s enjoy this busy month together!

Good luck to our 5th grade on your Reading STAAR test today—we’re cheering you on! 📚✨

https://app.smore.com/n/7gynu

3 months ago, Matthew Levey
El Paso ISD proudly celebrates Assistant Principals Week! 🌟

Our assistant principals play a vital role in shaping the foundation of our students’ futures. 📚🏫

We’re grateful for their leadership, dedication, and the care they show every day to support our students, staff, families, and community. 👏❤️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #AssistantPrincipalsWeek
3 months ago, Communications
Graphic with mom guiding child with text that says Assistant Principals Week Thank you for all you do!
Looking for your next opportunity? El Paso ISD is hosting three job fairs for Maintenance, Custodial, Transportation & Food and Nutrition Services positions! 🌟

⏰ 9am–1pm
📆 April 11, April 25, and May 2
✅ Bring your resume & be ready to interview.

Join the team today ➡️ episd.org/jobs

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
graphic with photo of el paso isd staff members with text that says Maintenance, custodial, transportation, & food services positions available! Sat, April 11 at Delta Ops Center 1905 Delta Dr, 79905 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat, April 25 at Murphree PK-8 499 cabaret dr, 79912 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat, May 2 at Chapin HS 7000 Dyer St, 79904 9 a.m.-1 p.m. El Paso ISD job fair join the team today! episd.org/jobs
graphic with photo of el paso isd staff members with text that saysPuestos disponibles en mantenimiento, limpieza, transporte y servicios de alimentacion! Sat, April 11 at Delta Ops Center 1905 Delta Dr, 79905 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat, April 25 at Murphree PK-8 499 cabaret dr, 79912 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat, May 2 at 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/job
Happy School Librarian Appreciation Day! 📚❤️

We celebrate our incredible school librarians who inspire curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of reading in every student! 📖💫

Thank you for going above and beyond each day for our students! 🌟

Learn more about School Library Month ➡️ bit.ly/Library_0401

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #SchoolLibrarianAppreciationDay #SchoolLibraryMonth
3 months ago, Communications
Photo of a librarian handing a book to a student with text that says School Librarian Appreciation Day
Join El Paso ISD at the Fort Bliss Pre-K to 12 School District Showcase! 📚🌟

Discover how our district prepares students for success with strong academic programs, college readiness, and dedicated support for military families.

Come see why El Paso ISD is the right choice for your child! ✅
⏰ 5-7 p.m.
📆 Thursday, April 9
📍Centennial Banquet and Conference Center, 11199 SGT. E. Churchill St.
☎️ For more information, call 915-569-5064

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
Photo of a Military parent with child in their arms smiling with text that says PreK-12 School District Showcase for Military Families April 9 5-7 p.m. Centennial 11199 Sergeant E Churchill St, Fort Bliss, TX 79916 Free-No Registration Required!
Join El Paso ISD for Pre-K Enrollment Day at the El Paso Zoo, where families can explore our early childhood programs while enjoying a fun, free day together! 🌟

⏰ 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
📆 Saturday, April 11
🎟 Free Admission: 1 Parent + 2 Children (One child must be 3 or 4 years old.)

Discover how El Paso ISD sparks a love of learning and builds a strong foundation for lifelong success. 📚✅

Learn more about El Paso ISD ➡️ www.episd.org/why-us

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
3 months ago, Communications
Graphic with student smiling with jungle background and monkey swinging with text that says PreK Enrollment at the Zoo Saturday, April 11 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission for: 1 parent+ 2 children *One child must be 3 or 4 years old.