Happy Monday Roadrunners! Please take a minute to read through our newsletter.
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3 months ago, Lisa Guzman

The El Paso ISD family proudly honors the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. and his enduring impact on justice, equality, and peace.

This January 19 marks 40 years of celebrating MLK Day as a federal holiday; we continue to be inspired by his efforts to make the American dream a reality for so many more. 

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MLK #MLKDay

3 months ago, Communications
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Jan. 19 No school for students District will be closed

Parents, friendly reminder, there is no school on Monday due to Martin Luther King Day.

UPDATE: Coffee with the principal has been postponed until January 27th at 9 am.

4 months ago, Elizabeth Anchondo

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are introducing school identification badges for students to be worn while they are at school.
These badges help support daily school routines and identification during the school day. Please note the following:

Students will wear their school ID only while on campus.
IDs will be worn on breakaway lanyards designed with student safety in mind.
All student IDs will remain at school and will not be sent home.


Thank you for your continued support as we work to maintain a safe and organized learning environment for all students.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school office.

Sincerely,
Western Hills Elementary

4 months ago, Lisa Guzman

El Paso ISD launched a survey program to better understand student perceptions on learning, school environment and belonging. The program leverages Panorama Education’s research-backed and validated survey instruments and reporting platform to elevate surface key insights to inform decision-making. Survey reporting includes national benchmarking, so that school and district teams can use comparative data to identify key areas of strength,
opportunity, and prioritize next steps for school improvement planning.

The survey program was designed to align closely to the district’s mission, vision and strategic blueprint pillars. The data collected through these surveys serve as the progress measure toward Lever I: Whole Child Development: El Paso ISD schools foster learning environments for the whole child to thrive. Survey will be offered 3 times a year and results will drive access to additional SEL resources and personnel through Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)

Please see the flyer for more information.

4 months ago, Lisa Guzman
English SEL Panorama Flyer information
SEL Panorama Information flyer in Spanish
El Paso ISD will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. 🌟

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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MLK #MLKDAY
4 months ago, Communications
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Jan. 19 No school for students District will be closed
From the 5th grade PTA:

Hello dear families!

The 5th Grade Committee is raising funds to support our 5th graders’ graduation celebration. You can help by becoming a sponsor with a donation of any amount, no contribution is too small, donations start at $10. All donations are tax-deductible.

Thank you so much for supporting our kids!

Please visit the link below to donate: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/co-2026-5th-grade-donations/items
4 months ago, Lisa Guzman
From the 5th grade PTA: Hello dear families! The 5th Grade Committee is raising funds to support our 5th graders’ graduation celebration. You can help by becoming a sponsor with a donation of any amount, no contribution is too small, donations start at $10. All donations are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for supporting our kids! Please visit the link below to donate:
4 months ago, Lisa Guzman
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! ✅

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
4 months ago, Communications
Welcome Back graphic with a student in a cowboy hat smiling
Welcome Back Western Hills Families! Please take a moment to check out our January Bimonthly Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/gpsv7
4 months ago, Lisa Guzman
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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
4 months ago, Communications
Mom and daughter take a photo in front of Whitaker Elementary School before school begins
We hope our students, families, and staff are enjoying a restful and joyful winter break! ❄️✨ We are so excited to welcome our students back and hear all about their time away. Classes will resume on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, and we can’t wait to kick off the new year together with fresh energy, smiles, and learning. 🏫📚 Until then, enjoy these last moments of break, we look forward to seeing everyone soon!
4 months ago, Lisa Guzman
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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
4 months ago, Communications
Teacher and student celebrating in the classroom after they get correct answer
🌟 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! ❤️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
4 months 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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
4 months 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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months ago, Communications
Early Release for El Paso ISD graphic
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. 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months 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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months 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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
5 months ago, Communications
Early Release for El Paso ISD graphic
Holly Jolly Week is coming! Please look at the flyer to join in on the fun!
5 months ago, Lisa Guzman
Holly Jolly Week