🌟 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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about 21 hours 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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14 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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16 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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17 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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17 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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18 days 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!
22 days ago, Lisa Guzman
Holly Jolly Week
Upcoming Student Events!

December 10th, today!
* GT Fair 4:30-5:30 PM in Multi-Purpose Room
*Orchestra Performance at 5:30 PM in WESTERN HILLS CAFETERIA (students in Orchestra should arrive at 5pm)

December 11th, Thursday
Holiday Grams on sale before school
5th grade Band Performance @ Coronado High School! Students should arrive at 5PM and concert will start at 5:45 PM

December 12th, Friday
Holiday Grams on sale before school
Last day of Penguin Patch- PTA store

December 13, Saturday
UIL @ Hornedo students arrive at 8 (9-1 Event)

December 15, Monday
Holiday Grams on sale before school
Student Club Day- Please check with your child's club to see if they are meeting. No Choir club. or ART club

December 16, Tuesday
Holiday Grams on sale before school
Spanish Spelling Bee 8:30 AM

December 17, Wednesday
Holiday Grams on sale before school
Jingle Jog- During student PE Time PK-5th
Select 4th/5th choir students singing at District Posada

December 18, Thursday
Holiday Grams on sale before school

December 19, Friday
Early release 12 PM and the start of Winter Break!

January 7 Students Return
23 days ago, Lisa Guzman
🏃‍♀️ 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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24 days 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
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!
29 days ago, Lisa Guzman
Spanish Cookie exchange
Spanish rules
cookie exchange/Coffee
Cookie exchange- rules
Orchestra Concert- Spanish
Orchestra Concert
Jingle Jog
PTA Penguin Patch
spanish raffle donations
Winter Donations-raffle
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!
30 days ago, Piper Norris
Flyer - Reading Night – December 3rd
Reading & Paint Night Flyer (Spanish)
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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30 days 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
Roadrunner families, Welcome back! Please read through our December Newsletter:https://secure.smore.com/n/awxqp
about 1 month ago, Lisa Guzman
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
Join us for Reading and Paint Night on December 3rd! See the flyer for more details.
about 1 month ago, Wiggs Wolverines
reading night
reading night
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.
about 1 month ago, Lisa Guzman
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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 1 month 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

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
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!