Western Hills Elementary Environmental Science Academy

Dear Parents,
We have an exciting month ahead at Western Hills and want to share a quick summary of our upcoming December events:

The Holiday Penguin Patch will be here NEXT WEEK!
The PTA will be hosting the holiday shop for students to shop for their families all next week. A flyer will be going home with more information. If you would like to volunteer the PTA Needs volunteers!

🎁 Holiday Donations for Staff
We are collecting gift cards, treats, baskets, goodies, or business donations to create a special holiday raffle for our amazing staff. All donations may be dropped off at the front office.

🍪 Cookie Exchange & Coffee with the Principal – Tuesday, December 9
Join us for our first annual Cookie Exchange from 4:00–4:30 p.m., followed by Coffee with the Principal from 4:30–5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. We hope to see you there!

GT Fair- Wednesday, December 10
Join us for our GT Fair from 4:30 PM- 5:30 PM in the Multi-Purpose Room

5th grade Orchestra Performance- Wednesday, December 10
5th grade Orchestra students will play their holiday music for families. 5:30 PM in the Cafeteria.

🎄 Jingle Jog – Wednesday, December 17
Students will participate during their regular PE time. PTA will provide hot chocolate and cookies. Please remember to bring your ID and stop by the front office for a visitor sticker before entering the school.

Thank you for your continued support and participation in making this a festive season for our school community!

Western Hills Families,

Don't forget today is our Reading & Paint night starting at 4:30PM. Join us for a read aloud and a painting activity immediately after. We hope to see you there!

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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🌟 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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🌟 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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Roadrunner families, Welcome back! Please read through our December Newsletter:https://secure.smore.com/n/awxqp

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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Join us for Reading and Paint Night on December 3rd! See the flyer for more details.

Western Hills Families, Don’t forget to mark your calendar for our Winter Art and Music showcase happening this Tuesday, December 2nd! Please see flyers for more details.

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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🌟🏃‍♀️ 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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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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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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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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After thousands of votes, creative productions, and school attendance average, we’re proud to crown our Elementary Champion in the Principal Attendance Challenge! 👑🌟

Congratulations to...Polk Elementary School! 🏆🎊

LET'S HEAR IT FOR OUR POLK PANTHERS!! 🐾❤️ Drop a "👏" in the comments below!

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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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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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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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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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🌟 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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