Welcome back, El Paso ISD students! 🌟

We hope you had a restful and joyful holiday break. ❄️☃️

As we begin the new year, let’s come back focused, ready to succeed, and committed to being #RightHereRightNow! ✅

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7 days ago, Communications
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SEE YOU TOMORROW, EL PASO ISD! 🌟

We're excited to welcome back our amazing students from Holiday Break ☃️❄️ on Wednesday, Jan. 7. 🏫📚

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

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8 days ago, Communications
Mom and daughter take a photo in front of Whitaker Elementary School before school begins
We hope our students and staff are having an amazing break! 🌟

Just a friendly reminder that El Paso ISD will resume regular hours on Monday, January 5, 2026, and students will return to the classroom on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. 🏫📚

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars

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12 days ago, Communications
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🌟 January is School Board Recognition Month! 🌟

We proudly honor our dedicated El Paso ISD Board of Trustees, whose leadership champions student success and fosters excellence across our district. 🏫📚

Thank you for your continued service and commitment to El Paso ISD! ❤️

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13 days ago, Communications
Our future is public School Board Recognition Month January 2026 Leah Hanany President Dr. Jack Loveridge Vice President Alex Cullar Secretary Mindy Sutton Trustee Robert Osterland Trustee Valerie Ganelon Beals Trustee Daniel E. Call Trustee
🌟🎄HAPPY HOLIDAYS, EL PASO ISD! 🎄🌟

El Paso ISD will be closed for Holiday Break from December 22 through January 2. ☃️❄️

District offices will resume regular hours on Monday, January 5, 2026, and students will return to the classroom on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. 🏫📚

We wish our community a safe and joyful break! ❤️

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

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25 days ago, Communications
Happy Holidays! District Closed Dec. 22-Jan. 2 students return Jan. 7
🌟REMINDER: EARLY RELEASE THIS FRIDAY! 🌟

El Paso ISD will have early release Friday, Dec. 19, to kick off the Holiday Break. ☃️✅

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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28 days ago, Communications
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El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize students and staff for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on December 16, 2025, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

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29 days ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize our talented students who earned first place in the El Paso ISD Holiday Greeting Card contest. 🎨🎄 Congratulations to: ❄️ Orlando Quinonez III, Tinajero PK-8 ❄️ Dayana Echavarria, Navarrete Middle School ❄️ Rose Macias, El Paso High School
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize two of our outstanding students whose creativity earned them top honors in the El Paso County Elections Department’s Future Voter Sticker Design Contest. 🎨 Join us in congratulating: 🎊 1st Place – Sophia Salas, Hartley PK-8 School 🎊 3rd Place – Francella Belen Marin, Lamar Elementary School
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize Irvin High School’s Coach Jonathan Elliott for being named the 2025 Game-Changing Coach of the Year by Dave Campbell’s Texas Football and Ballogy. 🏆🔥 This honor celebrates coaches who go the extra mile in developing young men on and off the field. 🏈🌟
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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29 days ago, Communications
El Paso Independent School District Board Meeting
🌟EARLY RELEASE THIS FRIDAY! 🌟

El Paso ISD will have early release Friday, Dec. 19. ✅

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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30 days ago, Communications
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🏃‍♀️ FAST TRACK FUN! 🏃‍♂️

A huge thank you to our incredible community for coming out and supporting the El Paso ISD Education Foundation at the Fast Track to the Future 5K! 🌟

Your energy helped us go the extra mile and made the event a great success. ❤️

More photos ➡️ bit.ly/5K_1208

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about 1 month ago, Communications
Community members taking off during the Fast Track to the Future 5K
Community members smile and do peace sign while running at the El Paso ISD Education Foundation Fast Track to the Future 5K
Top three runners for the Fast Track to the Future 5K take photos on podium and fist bump each other
El Paso ISD principals and community members take group photo
❤️🍿 POP-tastic Attendance! 🍿❤️

Our Whitaker Elementary Rainbows showed what it means to be #RightHereRightNow, earning a special popcorn treat thanks to the generous support of AMC Theatres! 👏🌟

We’re so proud of our Rainbows for their dedication to showing up, learning, and shining bright every day. 🌈

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about 1 month ago, Communications
Whitaker Elementary students pose with their popcorn they earned for perfect attendance
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Whitaker Elementary students prepping popcorn
Whitaker Elementary students pose with their popcorn they earned for perfect attendance
HAPPENING SATURDAY: Fast Track to the Future 5K 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️⚡

There's still time left to sign up for the El Paso ISD Education Foundation 5K and 1-Mile Walk! 🌟

⏰ 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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about 1 month 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!
🌟 Happy Special Education Day! 🌟

We honor the achievements and strength of our students and families in special education. ❤️

We also celebrate our special education teachers and staff, whose dedication helps create learning environments where every student is inspired and empowered to thrive. 🙌

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about 1 month ago, Communications
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🌟 Welcome back, El Paso ISD! 🌟

We hope you had a joyful Thanksgiving break! 🦃🧡

As we return to school, let’s be #RightHereRightNow by showing up, staying engaged, and making every moment count! ✅

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about 1 month ago, Communications
Wiggs middle school cheerleaders
REMINDER: School Returns Tomorrow! 🌟

We're excited to welcome back our students and staff from Thanksgiving Break on Monday, Dec. 1. ✅

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

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about 1 month ago, Communications
Navarrete Middle School teacher teaching during class
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 🦃🧡

We are so thankful for our amazing El Paso ISD community! 🌟 May your Thanksgiving be filled with joy and gratitude. ❤️

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about 2 months ago, Communications
Parents take photo at thanksgiving luncheon with their daughter
🌟🏃‍♀️ COME RUN WITH US! 🏃‍♂️🌟

Lace up for the El Paso ISD Education Foundation 5K & 1-Mile Walk and enjoy a morning of fitness, family fun, and community spirit! 🌟

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

Sign up here ➡️ bit.ly/EF5K_25

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about 2 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!
At their November meeting, the Superintendent Teacher Advisory Council gathered to share ideas and explore innovative ways to support our teachers and students.

By collaborating with our educators, we’re building even greater opportunities for student success! 🌟

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about 2 months ago, Communications
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Liza rodriguez gives speech
EPISD staff giving a presentation
With amazing community support and everyone showing up #RightHereRightNow, we’re thrilled to announce Franklin High School as our High School Champions in the Principal Attendance Challenge! 🏆🌟

GO, COUGS!!! 🐾💜🖤

Show your support for Franklin by dropping "COUGAR POWERHOUSE" in the comments! 👏🎊

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about 2 months ago, Communications
Principal Attendance Challenge high school winner Franklin
You voted.🗳️ You showed up. ✅ And now we proudly crown Guillen Middle School as our Middle School/PK-8 Champion in the Principal Attendance Challenge! 🏆🌟

WAY TO GO, GRIZZLIES! 🐻🤍

Send your congratulations in the comments below! 👏🎊

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about 2 months ago, Communications
Principal attendance challenge middle school/pk8 winner guillen