HAPPENING NEXT WEEK: El Paso ISD Employee Health Fair 🩺❤️‍🩹

Enjoy health screenings, vaccines, massage therapy, giveaways, and over 80 vendors! 🌟

💉 Vaccinations
• Flu
• COVID
• Pneumonia
• Tdap
• MMR (measles)
• Shinges
• RSV

⚕ Health Screenings
• Glucose
• Cholesterol
• Blood pressure
• BMI
• Diabetes risk
• Knee and injury
• Vein screening
• Spinal and neck screening

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/benefits

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6 months ago, Communications
You are invited! El Paso ISD Employee Health Fair Tuesday, September 9 from 4-7 p.m. at the starlight event center
Met Life employee smiles and waves at camera
El Paso ISD fill out paperwork to receive blood pressure and glucose screenings
Overall shot of 2025 El Paso ISD Employee Health Fair event
September 1st marks the start of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The El Paso ISD family offers our heartfelt support to all those bravely facing this disease.

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6 months ago, Communications
Septemeber is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Please check out our Roadrunner Bimonthly Newsletter:
https://secure.smore.com/n/j9yes
6 months ago, Lisa Guzman
El Paso ISD will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. We wish our community a safe weekend! 🌟

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

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6 months ago, Communications
Have a safe Labor Day weekend! District closed Monday, Sept. 1 no school for students.
Dear El Paso ISD families,

As a precaution all High School football games are delayed and Middle School Baseball and Softball are cancelled for this evening, Thursday, Aug 28.
6 months ago, Communications
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📣 El Paso ISD is inviting our community to join the Action Planning Oversight Committee (APOC)!

We’re looking for:
🌟 Students
🌟Families
🌟 Staff
🌟 Alumni
🌟 Military reps
🌟 Community orgs

With the Equity Assessment now complete, EPISD and MAEC are beginning the next phase—developing an Action Plan. This Action Plan that will turn recommendations from the assessment into concrete policies and practices to guide the district moving forward. We want your ideas, experiences, and perspectives to guide this important work.

📅 Apply by Sept 5 ➡️ bit.ly/APOCForm25 or call 915-257-9769 and leave a voicemail with your name and contact info.

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6 months ago, Communications
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Reminder! No School on Monday, September 1, 2025 in honor of Labor Day! Enjoy the long weekend!
6 months ago, Lisa Guzman
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🌟REMINDER: FEDERAL IMPACT AID FORM🌟

Thank you to the El Paso ISD families who have completed the Federal Impact Aid Form, if you haven’t please take a moment to complete it in the Parent Portal. ✅

Complete by Thursday, Sept. 18. ➡️ bit.ly/ParentPortal_25

This form allows El Paso ISD to apply for financial compensation for tax revenue lost due to Federal activities within district boundaries.

Thank you for your support! 🌟

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6 months ago, Communications
federal impact aid form eligibility categories include military families, military housing, federal employees low-rent housing indian lands
Western Hills has earned a “A” in the 2025 TEA Accountability Ratings! 📚

This reflects our commitment to putting students first, delivering high-quality education, and

helping every learner thrive.🌟✅

#ItStartsWithUs #RisingTogether #2025Ratings
6 months ago, Piper Norris
Western Hills A Rating
El Paso ISD parents,

The annual Federal Impact Aid Form is now open! ✅ This form allows El Paso ISD to apply for financial compensation for tax revenue lost due to Federal activities within district boundaries.

Your participation is essential to supporting the operational budget of El Paso ISD.🌟

Please complete the form in the parent portal by Thursday, Sept. 18. ➡️ bit.ly/ParentPortal_25

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6 months ago, Communications
federal impact aid form eligibility categories include military families, military housing, federal employees low-rent housing indian lands
Parents,
if you are interested in Nature and Gardening Club for your child, please sign up!
PK3 through 5th
Mondays 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
register at weareoneedu.com
6 months ago, Lisa Guzman
garden club flyer
Dear Western Hills Family,

Due to the heavy rains, our campus experienced a brief power outage this morning that impacted drop off. Our maintenance crews responded promptly and effectively and restored power ensuring we can operate with regular class schedules. All our roadrunners are safely and busy learning. We thank our community for their trust and support.
6 months ago, Lisa Guzman
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize students, staff, and community members for their dedication to El Paso ISD during the board meeting on August 19, 2025, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building.

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6 months ago, Communications
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize the first cohort to complete the Holdsworth Empower Fellowship leadership program for aspiring principals. The goal of the program is to strengthen El Paso ISD’s leadership pipeline, developing assistant principals into leaders who are ready and equipped to successfully lead our schools. This year’s second cohort was also recognized as they begin their journey in the program. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were excited to recognize Sebastian Garcia from Franklin High School, who was selected as one of the recipients of the Student Heroes Award by the state board of education. Sebastian earned this award after completing outstanding volunteer service that benefits his fellow students, school, and his community. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre proudly recognized Colonel Brendan Gallagher for his dedicated service as the outgoing ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees. They also welcomed the new ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees, Colonel Michael Soyka. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre were thrilled to recognize the first cohort to complete the Holdsworth Empower Fellowship leadership program for aspiring principals. The goal of the program is to strengthen El Paso ISD’s leadership pipeline, developing assistant principals into leaders who are ready and equipped to successfully lead our schools. This year’s second cohort was also recognized as they begin their journey in the program. #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

🌟 Mark your calendars! 🌟 The El Paso ISD Benefits Team is excited to invite you to the 2025 Employee Health Fair! 🩺❤️‍🩹

Stop by for health screenings, vaccines, massage therapy, giveaways, and over 80 vendors! ✅

⏰ 4-7 p.m.
🗓️ Tuesday, Sept. 9
🏢 Starlight Event Center, Rio Grande Summit Room
📍 6650 Continental Dr

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/benefits

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

6 months ago, Communications
2025 El Paso ISD Employee Health Fair Tuesday, Septemeber 9 4-7 p.m. at the Starlight Event Center. Health Screenings, vaccines, relax and recharge with free massage therapy, and win big with 80 vendors + giveaways + door prizes!
Employee receiving a vaccine
Employee receiving information from a vendor
Employee receiving a free back massage

Roadrunners,
This is the last week to order your Western Hills shirt from the PTA. Please click the link below to order.

https://my.cheddarup.com/c/western-hills-family-pta-membership-and-spirit-shirts

6 months ago, Lisa Guzman

🌟 GT Testing Referrals Are Open! 🌟

The referral window for Gifted & Talented (GT) testing is now open through September 30th. This year, referrals will be submitted online instead of with paper forms. Please use the following link to complete your referral: https://tinyurl.com/zhn7vdh9

📌 Testing Schedule:

2nd Grade: All students will be tested in September

1st, 3rd–5th Grades: Testing begins in October

Kinder: Testing begins in January

👉 Please keep in mind that the GT referral window closes on September 30th. Once it closes, the next opportunity to submit a referral will be during next school year.

🌟 ¡Ya están abiertas las nominaciones para las pruebas de Dotados y Talentosos (GT)! 🌟

El período de nominaciones para las pruebas de Gifted & Talented (GT) está abierto hasta el 30 de septiembre. Este año, las nominaciones se enviarán en línea en lugar de usar formularios en papel. Por favor use este enlace para completar su nominación: https://tinyurl.com/zhn7vdh9

📌 Calendario de pruebas:

  • 2.º grado: Todos los estudiantes serán evaluados en septiembre (se enviarán avisos a los padres)

  • 1.º, 3.º–5.º grados: Las pruebas comenzarán en octubre

  • Kinder: Las pruebas comenzarán en enero

👉 Recordatorio: El período de nominaciones para GT cierra el 30 de septiembre. Después de esa fecha, la próxima oportunidad para enviar una nominación será durante el próximo ciclo escolar.

6 months ago, Piper Norris
GT Referral Link
Happy Sunday Roadrunner families,
Please take a moment to view our bimonthly newsletter.
See you tomorrow!
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6 months ago, Lisa Guzman
The Healthy Living 2025 Fall schedule has arrived! 🌟 Kick off the school year strong 💪 with FREE wellness activities for all employees, available at locations across the district! ✅

Check out some of the exciting options:
🎨 Art
📚 Book Club
❤️ CPR
🧶 Crochet
💃 Dance, Stretch & Relax
🍳 Healthy Cooking
📷 Photography
🎾 Pickleball
🧘 Pilates
🏺 Pottery
🏋️‍♀️ Strength & Conditioning
🎾 Tennis Cardio
🧘 Yoga

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/healthyliving

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
6 months ago, Communications
Healthy Living Book Club
Healthy Living Nature Walks
Healthy Living Pottery Classes
Healthy Living Photography Classes
Why did the chickens cross the road? 🐔 To keep Western Hills Elementary School students safe, of course! 💛💙 Shoutout to Mando and Mike for making safety egg-stra fun! 🛑🚸

Help us keep students safe and thriving by joining El Paso ISD’s Volunteers in Public Schools program! 🌟

Learn more and apply today! ➡️ www.episd.org/volunteer

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #Volunteer
7 months ago, Communications
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Western Hills Volunteers in Public Schools community members monitor traffic for student safety in inflatable chicken suits
Our Interim Superintendent Martha Aguirre reflects as we wrap up the first week of school, 🏫 📝📚 and expresses her gratitude for our incredible teachers, staff, students, and families for a great return. 🌟 You are what makes El Paso ISD so special. 💙 Let’s keep rising together! 🚀

Watch here ➡️ https://bit.ly/episd_0808

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #RisingTogether
7 months ago, Communications
A MESSAGE FROM MARTHA AGUIRRE INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT