CLOSING SOON: Unidos Games Logo Contest 🎨
Calling all El Paso ISD students! 📣 We're inviting artists to design the official logo for the Unidos Games. 🌟
📅 Deadline to submit: Tuesday, Feb. 3
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/unidos-games
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Calling all El Paso ISD students! 📣 We're inviting artists to design the official logo for the Unidos Games. 🌟
📅 Deadline to submit: Tuesday, Feb. 3
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/unidos-games
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
February is Black History Month. 💛❤️🖤
El Paso ISD honors the legacy and groundbreaking contributions of Black Americans.
Through perseverance, leadership, and service, their impact has helped shape our Nation and continues to inspire progress, understanding, and opportunity for all.
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #BlackHistoryMonth
El Paso ISD honors the legacy and groundbreaking contributions of Black Americans.
Through perseverance, leadership, and service, their impact has helped shape our Nation and continues to inspire progress, understanding, and opportunity for all.
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #BlackHistoryMonth
Parent Teacher Conferences!
Join us on February 4th from 1–6 PM for Parent Teacher Conferences.
Students will receive lunch before dismissal at 12:30 PM.
We look forward to seeing you!
February School Tours at YWA! 📣
We invite families to join us for our February campus tours! Please see the flyer for tour dates, times, and contact information.
We look forward to welcoming you to YWA!
We invite families to join us for our February campus tours! Please see the flyer for tour dates, times, and contact information.
We look forward to welcoming you to YWA!
REMINDER: PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES NEXT WEEK! 🌟
Parent-Teacher Conferences are happening February 3–5! ✅
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with your child’s teachers, celebrate their progress, and stay informed. 📚
⏰ Early Release Schedule ⏰
📅 Tuesday, Feb. 3
🏫 Elementary School: 12 p.m.
📅 Wednesday, Feb. 4
🏫 High School: 12:35 p.m.
🏫 TMECHS: 12:25 p.m.
📅 Thursday, Feb. 5
🏫 Middle School & PK–8: 11:35 a.m.
View the academic calendar ➡️ http://episd.org/calendars
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Parent-Teacher Conferences are happening February 3–5! ✅
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with your child’s teachers, celebrate their progress, and stay informed. 📚
⏰ Early Release Schedule ⏰
📅 Tuesday, Feb. 3
🏫 Elementary School: 12 p.m.
📅 Wednesday, Feb. 4
🏫 High School: 12:35 p.m.
🏫 TMECHS: 12:25 p.m.
📅 Thursday, Feb. 5
🏫 Middle School & PK–8: 11:35 a.m.
View the academic calendar ➡️ http://episd.org/calendars
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
🌟 STARTING NEXT WEEK: COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS 🌟
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to join the upcoming Community Conversations meetings. ✅
Next week’s meetings:
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
📆 Tuesday, Feb. 3
📍 Andress High School
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
📆 Wednesday, Feb. 4
📍 Lundy Elementary School
View the full schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to join the upcoming Community Conversations meetings. ✅
Next week’s meetings:
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
📆 Tuesday, Feb. 3
📍 Andress High School
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
📆 Wednesday, Feb. 4
📍 Lundy Elementary School
View the full schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
HAPPENING NEXT WEEK: Parent Teacher Conferences 🌟
Parent Teacher Conferences will take place February 3-5. ✅ Parents, don’t miss this chance to connect with your child's teachers and stay informed. 📚
⏰ Early Release Schedule ⏰
📅 Tuesday, Feb. 3
🏫 Elementary School: 12 p.m.
📅 Wednesday, Feb. 4
🏫 High School: 12:35 p.m.
🏫 TMECHS: 12:25 p.m.
📅 Thursday, Feb. 5
🏫 Middle School & PK–8: 11:35 a.m.
View the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Parent Teacher Conferences will take place February 3-5. ✅ Parents, don’t miss this chance to connect with your child's teachers and stay informed. 📚
⏰ Early Release Schedule ⏰
📅 Tuesday, Feb. 3
🏫 Elementary School: 12 p.m.
📅 Wednesday, Feb. 4
🏫 High School: 12:35 p.m.
🏫 TMECHS: 12:25 p.m.
📅 Thursday, Feb. 5
🏫 Middle School & PK–8: 11:35 a.m.
View the academic calendar ➡️ www.episd.org/calendars
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
AP Showcase Night has been MOVED to Thursday, Jan. 29 from 6-7:00pm. Come see and hear from the source how Advanced Academics and a culture that supports female leadership can be a best fit for your student. Students will discuss and show their work, families can engage in table activities, and light refreshments will be served. OPEN TO ALL GRADE LEVELS AND FAMILIES.
Design! Create! Represent!
We’re inviting El Paso ISD students to design the official logo for the Unidos Games. 🌟
Since 2018, the Unidos Games have empowered students with disabilities to showcase their athletic talents, celebrate inclusion, and raise awareness. Now it’s your turn to help tell that story through art. 🎨 🙌
Think big. Create boldly. Show us what Unidos means to you! ❤️
Learn more about submission details and deadlines ➡️ www.episd.org/page/unidos-games
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
We’re inviting El Paso ISD students to design the official logo for the Unidos Games. 🌟
Since 2018, the Unidos Games have empowered students with disabilities to showcase their athletic talents, celebrate inclusion, and raise awareness. Now it’s your turn to help tell that story through art. 🎨 🙌
Think big. Create boldly. Show us what Unidos means to you! ❤️
Learn more about submission details and deadlines ➡️ www.episd.org/page/unidos-games
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Dear YWA Parents,
We have wonderful news! Mrs. Iris Beyer is our new Interventionist who will replace Mrs. Clark! We’re excited to have her on board; Mrs. Beyer brings 10 years experience and has served in several teaching capacities from middle to high school. We will have a meet and greet at our Parent Teacher Conferences next week on February 4th - 1pm to 6pm. Reminder we follow the high school PT schedule.
Mrs. Beyer will teach the following classes MS ELA Intervention, English 7th, Social Studies 6th, and Path to STEM in place of Art.
Let us know if you have any questions.
Dr. Ontiveros
🌟 STARTING NEXT WEEK: COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS 🌟
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to join the upcoming Community Conversations meetings. ✅
These meetings are designed to gather community input on El Paso ISD’s future priorities and your vision, values, and hopes for the district. 💭
View the full schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk invite you to join the upcoming Community Conversations meetings. ✅
These meetings are designed to gather community input on El Paso ISD’s future priorities and your vision, values, and hopes for the district. 💭
View the full schedule ➡️ www.episd.org/community-conversations
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Tomorrow is an "A Day" Warriors!
See the delayed start schedule!
See you tomorrow!
See the delayed start schedule!
See you tomorrow!
CORRECTION- Dr. O's Calendar was off a day! My apologies!
-WEDNESDAY, 1/28 – Campus Improvement Team Meeting, 4:15 PM (Room B100)
-WEDNESDAY, 1/28 – 6th Grade Flag Football Intramurals
-WEDNESDAY, 1/28 – Middle School Basketball (Home)
7th Grade – 6:00 PM
8th Grade – 7:30 PM
-THURSDAY, 1/29 – Middle School Academics UIL at Hornedo
Permission slips will be sent home Monday, 1/26
-Friday, 1/30 – High School Basketball (Home): 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM
-Thursday & Friday, 1/30–1/31 – Mock Trial Competition (High School only)
-WEDNESDAY, 1/28 – Campus Improvement Team Meeting, 4:15 PM (Room B100)
-WEDNESDAY, 1/28 – 6th Grade Flag Football Intramurals
-WEDNESDAY, 1/28 – Middle School Basketball (Home)
7th Grade – 6:00 PM
8th Grade – 7:30 PM
-THURSDAY, 1/29 – Middle School Academics UIL at Hornedo
Permission slips will be sent home Monday, 1/26
-Friday, 1/30 – High School Basketball (Home): 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM
-Thursday & Friday, 1/30–1/31 – Mock Trial Competition (High School only)
Dear YWA Parents & Students,
Please review the important updates for this week:
📌 Monday, January 26 – 2-Hour Delay (All EPISD Schools)
Instruction will begin at 10:30 AM.
Buses will run regular routes with a 2-hour delay from original pick-up times.
Breakfast will be served in the cafeteria.
All morning practices and meetings are canceled.
Zero Period is canceled.
The YWA Celebration of America’s 250th Birthday will be postponed to a later date.
📌 AP Night Update
AP Night has been moved to Thursday, January 29, from 6:00–7:00 PM due to a scheduling conflict with the high school softball scrimmage.
We invite all families and students in all grade levels to join us for our AP Showcase on the new date!
📅 Save the Date – This Week’s Events
Tuesday, 1/28 – Campus Improvement Team Meeting, 4:15 PM (Room B100)
Tuesday, 1/28 – 6th Grade Flag Football Intramurals
Tuesday, 1/28 – Middle School Basketball (Home)
7th Grade – 6:00 PM
8th Grade – 7:30 PM
Wednesday, 1/29 – Middle School Academics UIL at Hornedo
Permission slips will be sent home Monday, 1/26
Thursday, 1/30 – High School Basketball (Home): 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM
Thursday & Friday, 1/30–1/31 – Mock Trial Competition (High School only)
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to another great week at YWA!
Sincerely,
Dr. Cynthia Ontiveros
Principal, Young Women’s STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy 💜
Please review the important updates for this week:
📌 Monday, January 26 – 2-Hour Delay (All EPISD Schools)
Instruction will begin at 10:30 AM.
Buses will run regular routes with a 2-hour delay from original pick-up times.
Breakfast will be served in the cafeteria.
All morning practices and meetings are canceled.
Zero Period is canceled.
The YWA Celebration of America’s 250th Birthday will be postponed to a later date.
📌 AP Night Update
AP Night has been moved to Thursday, January 29, from 6:00–7:00 PM due to a scheduling conflict with the high school softball scrimmage.
We invite all families and students in all grade levels to join us for our AP Showcase on the new date!
📅 Save the Date – This Week’s Events
Tuesday, 1/28 – Campus Improvement Team Meeting, 4:15 PM (Room B100)
Tuesday, 1/28 – 6th Grade Flag Football Intramurals
Tuesday, 1/28 – Middle School Basketball (Home)
7th Grade – 6:00 PM
8th Grade – 7:30 PM
Wednesday, 1/29 – Middle School Academics UIL at Hornedo
Permission slips will be sent home Monday, 1/26
Thursday, 1/30 – High School Basketball (Home): 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM
Thursday & Friday, 1/30–1/31 – Mock Trial Competition (High School only)
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to another great week at YWA!
Sincerely,
Dr. Cynthia Ontiveros
Principal, Young Women’s STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy 💜
We are incredibly proud of our outstanding students who competed in the District Spanish Spelling Bee! 🐝🏆
Congratulations to our top finishers who have earned a spot in the regional competition. 🎊
🥇Emiliano Ferrán Martinez Caloca, Wiggs Middle School
🥇Shaheli De Silva, Young Women's STEAM Prep Academy
🥈Luna Milian, Navarrete Middle School
👏 Special shout-out to Emiliano and Shaheli, who have tied for first place for the third year in a row! Way to represent excellence! 🌟
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Congratulations to our top finishers who have earned a spot in the regional competition. 🎊
🥇Emiliano Ferrán Martinez Caloca, Wiggs Middle School
🥇Shaheli De Silva, Young Women's STEAM Prep Academy
🥈Luna Milian, Navarrete Middle School
👏 Special shout-out to Emiliano and Shaheli, who have tied for first place for the third year in a row! Way to represent excellence! 🌟
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday the YWA way!
📅 Monday, January 26, 2026
⏰ 10:00–10:30 AM | Warrior Rally
We warmly invite all military members to join us for this special celebration.
👉 RSVP here: https://bit.ly/ywapatrioticWR
📅 Monday, January 26, 2026
⏰ 10:00–10:30 AM | Warrior Rally
We warmly invite all military members to join us for this special celebration.
👉 RSVP here: https://bit.ly/ywapatrioticWR
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
Attention 6th Grade Parents! 📚
Ms. Aguirre will be hosting a parent session to review 6th grade social studies projects and provide guidance on how to navigate the Active Classroom Social Studies app.
🗓 Date: January 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Room B100
This session is designed to help parents better support students with projects and digital tools used in social studies.
📞 For more information, please contact:
Vicky Ramirez
Parent Engagement Liaison / Campus Clerk
📧 vservin@episd.org
📱 915-236-4800
Ms. Aguirre will be hosting a parent session to review 6th grade social studies projects and provide guidance on how to navigate the Active Classroom Social Studies app.
🗓 Date: January 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Room B100
This session is designed to help parents better support students with projects and digital tools used in social studies.
📞 For more information, please contact:
Vicky Ramirez
Parent Engagement Liaison / Campus Clerk
📧 vservin@episd.org
📱 915-236-4800
📢 No School – Monday, January 19
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no school for students on Monday, January 19.
📚 Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 20 on an “A” day.
We hope our students and families enjoy the long weekend as we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 💙
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no school for students on Monday, January 19.
📚 Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 20 on an “A” day.
We hope our students and families enjoy the long weekend as we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 💙
PTSO will be meeting in B100, not the cafeteria.
Please join us for our General meeting!