Our El Paso ISD community showed up #RightHereRightNow! 🎉

More than 10,000 votes poured in for the Principal Attendance Challenge. 🗳️

👀👑 Stay tuned...the winning campuses will be revealed soon! 🌟

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3 months ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge 10,145 votes cast!!!
Would you like to make a difference in our school community? Our PTO will be hosting two meetings on Monday, December 1st in the teacher’s lounge, and we’d love to have you join us. Your voice and support truly matter. We hope to see you there!
3 months ago, Matthew Levey
PTO meeting 12/01/2025
We hope our El Paso ISD community is enjoying Thanksgiving Break! ❤️

We look forward to seeing everyone back at our district offices and campuses on Monday, Dec. 1. 🌟

View the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

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3 months ago, Communications
Five YWA students smile for group photo
El Paso ISD will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from November 24-28. 🦃🌟

We wish our students, staff, and community a safe and joyful break! 🧡

View the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

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3 months ago, Communications
Happy Thanksgiving District Closed November 24-28
A big thank you to our incredible El Paso ISD Food & Nutrition Services team, students, staff, and community partners for serving up delicious Thanksgiving meals across the district! 🦃🌟

Thank you for creating a memorable and meaningful experience for our families. ❤️

More photos ➡️ bit.ly/Thanksgiving_25

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3 months ago, Communications
Barron Elementary food and nutrition staff
El Paso Police Department helps serve Thanksgiving meals at Charles Middle School
Navarette Middle School army community members help serve Thanskgiving luncheons
Burges JROTC students help serve Thanksgiving luncheons
Transportation Department helping serve the Thanksgiving luncheon at Milam Elementary School
🌟 LAST CHANCE! 🌟

Don't forget to vote for your favorite Principal Attendance Challenge video! 🙌

🗳️ Vote for your favorite finalist here! ➡️ www.episd.org/page/principalattendancechallenge

Voting is open through Friday, Nov. 21. ✅

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3 months ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge
We want to send a heartfelt thank-you to everyone who joined us for our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon last Thursday! It brought us so much joy to see our students celebrating with their loved ones. A special shout-out to all who helped with setup and made the day truly memorable — we appreciate you!
3 months ago, Matthew Levey
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Raptor Families,

Just a gentle reminder that tomorrow, Friday 11/21, is a half day, and students will be released at 12:00 p.m.
As we head into Thanksgiving Break, please know how truly grateful we are for each and every one of you. Thank you for being such an important part of our school community.

We hope you enjoy a restful and joyful holiday, and we look forward to welcoming our Raptors back afterward!
3 months ago, Matthew Levey
Happy Thanksgiving, Raptors
REMINDER: EARLY RELEASE THIS FRIDAY 🌟

El Paso ISD students will have early release Friday, Nov. 21. ✅

Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.

Find the early release schedule here ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

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3 months ago, Communications
Early Release for students
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize students, staff, and community members for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on November 18, 2025, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

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3 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Andress High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Coronado High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured El Paso High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Franklin High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize our outstanding marching bands for earning superior ratings and advancing to the UIL Area competition. 🌟 Congratulations to our exceptional bands from Andress, Coronado, El Paso High, Franklin, and Irvin High Schools. 👏🎶 (pictured Irvin High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize one of our own school nurses for earning top statewide honors.🌟 Congratulations to Yvonne Guerrero from Canyon Hills Middle School on being named the 2025 Texas School Nurse of the Year by the Texas School Nurse Organization. 🎊 We are incredibly proud of you!👏❤️
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were proud to recognize Southwest University for their partnership and their generous commitment of $500,000 to the El Paso ISD Education Foundation in support of scholarships for El Paso ISD students who attend Southwest University.🌟 Thank you, Southwest University, for championing student success in our community.❤
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were excited to recognize our students’ success at this year’s KTSM Weather Fest.⛅ We’re incredibly proud of Franklin High School for earning Best Overall High School Project and of Austin High School for taking home the Ultimate Weather Warrior Award. 🏆🌟(pictured Franklin High School)
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were excited to recognize our students’ success at this year’s KTSM Weather Fest.⛅ We’re incredibly proud of Franklin High School for earning Best Overall High School Project and of Austin High School for taking home the Ultimate Weather Warrior Award. 🏆🌟 (pictured Austin High School)
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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3 months ago, Communications
El Paso Independent School District Board Meeting
RAPTOR MILITARY FAMILIES — THANK YOU! ❤️🤍💙

Our Red, White & You Social was pure magic, and it’s all thanks to our incredible military-connected families who came out to celebrate with us!

With so much gratitude to:
- Grand Canyon University for sponsoring delicious food, snacks, and drinks
- Ft. Bliss School Liaison Office & Ft. Bliss MWR for amazing resources and their donation of 90 toy microphones that were a part of the trivia prizes
- El Paso MEPS for generously volunteering at our game booths
- And our own Raptor Cheer Team and coaches Mr. Aguirre & Ms. Delgado for an awesome debut performance that lit up the gym! 📣✨

This event was a community collaboration between Dr. Torres Elementary, Barron Elementary, and your Military Family Liaison, Ms. Chavez.

Happy Military Family Appreciation Month — we are honored to celebrate YOU and can’t wait to bring everyone together again! 🇺🇸
3 months ago, Angie Chavez
A collage of nine pictures from Red, White, and You: A Military Family Social highlighting our community partners, the Raptor Cheer performance, and the overall fun.
🌟 ONE WEEK LEFT TO VOTE! 🌟

Help us crown the Principal Attendance Challenge Champion! 🏆

El Paso ISD principals, students, and staff have created incredible videos to promote attendance. 🙌 Now it's your turn to vote for your favorite finalist! 🗳️

Cast your vote here ➡️ www.episd.org/page/principalattendancechallenge

Voting is open through Friday, Nov. 21. ✅

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3 months ago, Communications
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Raptor Families — Today’s the Day! 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙

Just a reminder that our Red, White & You: A Military Family Social is TODAY at Barron Elementary, only 3 minutes away from Dr. Torres! There is still time to RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/zgTx7uASAi

⏰ 3:30–5:00 PM
📍 Barron Elementary Gym

Join us as we celebrate and honor our amazing military-connected families with:
🍕 FREE Peter Piper Pizza
🎉 Fun family activities & giveaways
📚 Resource tables from our community partners
📣 A special performance by our Raptor Cheerleaders at 4:15 PM!

I hope to see our Military Raptor families come out and enjoy this celebration created especially for YOU.

Let’s show up, have fun, and honor those who serve and the families who serve alongside them! Plus first 40 Military Connected Students will receive a Thank You goodie bag from your Military Family Liaison, Ms. Chavez.

3 months ago, Angie Chavez
EARLY RELEASE NEXT FRIDAY 🌟

El Paso ISD students will have early release Friday, Nov. 21. ✅

Please plan ahead for student pick-ups. Transportation and meal schedules will be adjusted accordingly.

Find the early release schedule here ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

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3 months ago, Communications
Early Release for students
Join Our Healthy Living Classes! ✅

Discover new hobbies, learn new skills, or start a fun workout routine at no cost for all El Paso ISD employees! 🌟🎨📖💪

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/healthyliving

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3 months ago, Communications
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Healthy Living pottery
Healthy Living Hike Club
Healthy Living ceramics
⚡🏃‍♀️ FAST TRACK TO THE FUTURE 5K 🏃‍♂️⚡

The El Paso ISD Education Foundation invites you to a fun, family-friendly morning of fitness and community — all to support our students’ success! 🌟

⏰ 8 a.m. start
📅 Saturday, Dec. 6
📍 Burges High School | 7800 Edgemere Blvd.

Registration Fees:
5K Run – $25 | 1-Mile Walk – $20

Sign up here ➡️ bit.ly/EF5K_25

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3 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Education Foundation Fast Track to the Future 5K Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Burges High School 7800 Edgemere Blvd El Paso, Texas 79925. Only $25 for runners and $20 for walkers! Lace up for the EPISD Education Foundation 5K & 1-Mile Walk - fun for the whole family and all for a great cause: our students!

Raptor Families — We’re Only 3 Minutes Away From the Fun! 🇺🇸

Take a quick drive right after school this Friday, November 14th to Barron Elementary (11155 Whitey Ford St) for our Red, White & You: Military Family Social!

Military-connected families will be greeted with free Peter Piper Pizza, giveaways, games, and family activities you won’t want to miss! 🎉 Let’s come together to celebrate YOU — our incredible military heroes and families — for all that you do. RSVP TODAY to help us plan accordingly: https://forms.office.com/r/zgTx7uASAi | Red, White, and YOU! – Military Family Social – Fill out form

And get ready — our Raptor Cheerleaders will make their debut performance at 4:15 PM!

See you there, Raptors! ❤️💙

3 months ago, Angie Chavez
American Flag background with white rectangle overlay. The text is announcing Red, White, and You: A Military Family Social happening this Friday November 14th at Barron Elementary. Barron and Torres Elementary celebrate our military families.
Happy Veterans Day, El Paso ISD community! 🇺🇸

We honor and thank all veterans for their service, sacrifice, and dedication to our country.

We’re incredibly proud of our El Paso ISD JROTC cadets and their instructors for paying tribute to our veterans as they marched in the 2025 El Paso Veterans Day Parade! 👏

More photos from Veterans Day celebrations across El Paso ISD ➡️ bit.ly/VeteransDay_2025

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4 months ago, Communications
Irvin and Transmountain Early College High School JROTC students and instructors marching at 2025 El Paso Veterans Day Parade
Austin JROTC students and instructors marching at 2025 El Paso Veterans Day Parade
El Paso ISD JROTC students and instructors marching at 2025 El Paso Veterans Day Parade
Burges JROTC students and instructors marching at 2025 El Paso Veterans Day Parade
🌟🏆 PRINCIPAL ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE 🏆🌟

Principals, students, and staff across the district went all out with fun and creative ways to boost attendance, and now YOU 🫵 get to crown the champion! 🙌

🗳️ Vote for your favorite finalist here! ➡️ www.episd.org/page/principalattendancechallenge

Voting is open through Friday, Nov. 21. ✅

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4 months ago, Communications
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