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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☕ Join us for Coffee with the Principal!
Parents and guardians are invited to join us on Friday, August 14 at 9:00 AM in Room B100 for an opportunity to connect with our principal and learn about important campus updates, including the 90% Attendance Policy and other key information for the school year.
Parents and guardians are invited to join us on Friday, August 14 at 9:00 AM in Room B100 for an opportunity to connect with our principal and learn about important campus updates, including the 90% Attendance Policy and other key information for the school year.
Breakthrough Bulletin 🩷 | Week of August 10
Warrior Families,
We had an incredible first week at YWA, and we’re ready to keep the momentum going! 🩷 Our newest Breakthrough Bulletin is here with important information and lots happening across our campus.
This week, be sure to read about dress code enforcement beginning Monday, our first Coffee with the Principal, VIPS volunteer opportunities, the opening of our new LEGO Lab, volleyball and athletics updates, after-school meals, PTSO events and spirit wear, our school-wide Spirit Shirt fundraiser, upcoming events, and more!
There are so many ways for our families to stay connected and get involved at YWA this year, so please take a few minutes to read through this week’s Bulletin.
🩷 One Team. One Mission. Every Girl. Every Day. Be the Breakthrough.
👉 Read the August 9 Breakthrough Bulletin here:
https://app.smore.com/n/rtp0uk
Warrior Families,
We had an incredible first week at YWA, and we’re ready to keep the momentum going! 🩷 Our newest Breakthrough Bulletin is here with important information and lots happening across our campus.
This week, be sure to read about dress code enforcement beginning Monday, our first Coffee with the Principal, VIPS volunteer opportunities, the opening of our new LEGO Lab, volleyball and athletics updates, after-school meals, PTSO events and spirit wear, our school-wide Spirit Shirt fundraiser, upcoming events, and more!
There are so many ways for our families to stay connected and get involved at YWA this year, so please take a few minutes to read through this week’s Bulletin.
🩷 One Team. One Mission. Every Girl. Every Day. Be the Breakthrough.
👉 Read the August 9 Breakthrough Bulletin here:
https://app.smore.com/n/rtp0uk
El Paso ISD is off to an amazing start! 🌟
Thank you, students, teachers, staff, and families, for making the first week of the 2026-27 school year a success and for showing up #RightHereRightNow. 📚👏
See all the back to school moments in our community photo gallery ➡️ bit.ly/BTS_0807
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
The school year may have just begun, but our students and staff are already making every moment count! 📖🌟
With students eager to learn and educators ready to inspire, the foundation for a successful year is already being built one lesson, one connection, and one opportunity at a time.📚👏
As the year continues, Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk looks forward to visiting campuses and ensuring our schools are empowering students through exceptional academics, support, and opportunities for success. 🏫✅
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
With students eager to learn and educators ready to inspire, the foundation for a successful year is already being built one lesson, one connection, and one opportunity at a time.📚👏
As the year continues, Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk looks forward to visiting campuses and ensuring our schools are empowering students through exceptional academics, support, and opportunities for success. 🏫✅
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees has appointed two new trustees who will help shape the future of our district and serve the students, families, and communities of Districts 6 and 7. 👏
Please join us in congratulating:
🌟 District 6 Appointee: Dr. Matthew Reza
🌟 District 7 Appointee: Brian Kelley
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
Please join us in congratulating:
🌟 District 6 Appointee: Dr. Matthew Reza
🌟 District 7 Appointee: Brian Kelley
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD
🥎 Middle School Softball Tryouts are almost here!
Calling all 7th & 8th grade athletes! If you're interested in trying out for the YWA softball team, check out the flyer for important information!
YWA's vibrant campus is also thanks to the hard-working maintenance and operations crew from @episdoperations
Special thanks to Mr. Mark Paz and Mr. Joaquin Garcia!
Thank you for being available to repaint our parking lots, trim overgrown areas, and give the campus a facelift, making it ready for our Warrior Community!
@elpasoisd #itstartswithus #breakthrough #YWA #YWPN #WarriorNation
Something special is happening at Young Women's Academy... and El Paso is taking notice. 🩷
We were proud to kick off the first day of school with a live feature on KVIA's 5:00 AM newscast, highlighting the incredible opportunities our students experience every day.
From STEAM and Leadership Development to Athletics and Performance Arts, our Warriors are growing into confident young women who are ready to lead, create, and make a difference.
Thank you to our partners at the Young Women's Preparatory Network for helping make these opportunities possible, and to our hard-working faculty/staff for raising the bar and breaking through every day!
The future is bright because the next generation of leaders is already walking our halls.
One Warrior Nation. One Sisterhood. Are you ready to have your daughter join us? 🩷
#YWA #WarriorNation #OneSisterhood #FirstDayOfSchool #YWPN #STEAM #Leadership #WarriorPride #ItStartsWithUs @elpasoisd @ywprep
We were proud to kick off the first day of school with a live feature on KVIA's 5:00 AM newscast, highlighting the incredible opportunities our students experience every day.
From STEAM and Leadership Development to Athletics and Performance Arts, our Warriors are growing into confident young women who are ready to lead, create, and make a difference.
Thank you to our partners at the Young Women's Preparatory Network for helping make these opportunities possible, and to our hard-working faculty/staff for raising the bar and breaking through every day!
The future is bright because the next generation of leaders is already walking our halls.
One Warrior Nation. One Sisterhood. Are you ready to have your daughter join us? 🩷
#YWA #WarriorNation #OneSisterhood #FirstDayOfSchool #YWPN #STEAM #Leadership #WarriorPride #ItStartsWithUs @elpasoisd @ywprep
YWA Families,
The YWA Schedule Change Request Form will open on Tuesday, August 4, at 6:00 p.m. and will remain available until Friday, August 7, at 9:00 p.m.
If your student would like to request a schedule change, please complete the form using the link below during the request window:
Schedule Change Request Form:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/LiYdd3DBZ5
Please keep the following in mind:
Requests will only be accepted from Tuesday, August 4, at 6:00 p.m. through Friday, August 7, at 9:00 p.m.
Counselors will begin reviewing requests on Wednesday, August 5.
Students should continue attending the classes on their current schedule until they are notified by their counselor of any approved changes.
Submitting a request does not guarantee a schedule change. Requests will be reviewed based on graduation requirements, course availability, class size limits, master schedule constraints, and academic needs.
Schedule changes will not be made to request a different teacher, to be with or away from friends, to change lunch periods, or for personal preference when the current schedule already meets graduation requirements.
Please submit only one request per student. If additional information is needed or a change is approved, the student's counselor will contact them.
Thank you for your partnership and understanding as we work to provide the best possible schedules for all students.
The YWA Schedule Change Request Form will open on Tuesday, August 4, at 6:00 p.m. and will remain available until Friday, August 7, at 9:00 p.m.
If your student would like to request a schedule change, please complete the form using the link below during the request window:
Schedule Change Request Form:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/LiYdd3DBZ5
Please keep the following in mind:
Requests will only be accepted from Tuesday, August 4, at 6:00 p.m. through Friday, August 7, at 9:00 p.m.
Counselors will begin reviewing requests on Wednesday, August 5.
Students should continue attending the classes on their current schedule until they are notified by their counselor of any approved changes.
Submitting a request does not guarantee a schedule change. Requests will be reviewed based on graduation requirements, course availability, class size limits, master schedule constraints, and academic needs.
Schedule changes will not be made to request a different teacher, to be with or away from friends, to change lunch periods, or for personal preference when the current schedule already meets graduation requirements.
Please submit only one request per student. If additional information is needed or a change is approved, the student's counselor will contact them.
Thank you for your partnership and understanding as we work to provide the best possible schedules for all students.
The El Paso Independent School District remembers and honors the lives lost on August 3, 2019. 🕯️
Together, we stand strong and remain committed to carrying forward the spirit of hope, resilience, and strength that defines our community.
#ElPasoStrong
Together, we stand strong and remain committed to carrying forward the spirit of hope, resilience, and strength that defines our community.
#ElPasoStrong
🩷 YWA Families—We're Ready for an Amazing Year!
Our first Breakthrough Bulletin is now available!
Inside you'll find everything you need for a successful start to the school year, including first-day information, schedules, transportation, athletics, cafeteria updates, student expectations, PTSO information, our live calendar, and much more.
Please take a few minutes to read through the newsletter and save the Live YWA Calendar for easy access throughout the year.
Thank you for choosing YWA. We look forward to partnering with you as we help every girl grow, lead, and achieve her breakthrough this year!
Can't wait to see you all tomorrow... and here's to a year of exponential growth!
Your PROUD Principal,
Jennifer Arias
🔗 https://app.smore.com/n/aug3z
Our first Breakthrough Bulletin is now available!
Inside you'll find everything you need for a successful start to the school year, including first-day information, schedules, transportation, athletics, cafeteria updates, student expectations, PTSO information, our live calendar, and much more.
Please take a few minutes to read through the newsletter and save the Live YWA Calendar for easy access throughout the year.
Thank you for choosing YWA. We look forward to partnering with you as we help every girl grow, lead, and achieve her breakthrough this year!
Can't wait to see you all tomorrow... and here's to a year of exponential growth!
Your PROUD Principal,
Jennifer Arias
🔗 https://app.smore.com/n/aug3z
We'll see our students tomorrow, August 3, for the first day of school! 🌟
Don't forget to tag us in your first day of school posts to be featured in our back to school community photo gallery. 📸
Find registration and back to school resources here ➡️ www.episd.org/register
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🌟📚 READY, SET, LEARN! 📚🌟
We're excited to welcome students back to school on Monday, Aug. 3! 📆✅
Be sure to tag us in your first day of school posts to be featured in our back to school community photo gallery. 📸
Find back to school information here ➡️ www.episd.org/register
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDBacktoSchool
💗 Get Spirit Day Ready!
YWA Warriors t-shirts are now available for purchase! Don't miss your chance to order your shirt and show your school spirit. See the flyer below for details.
📺 We're Going LIVE!
Be part of the excitement as YWA appears live on KVIA ABC-7! Join us and help represent our amazing school. Review the flyer below for all the details. We can't wait to see you there!
💻 Chromebook Distribution
Incoming 6th grade and new-to-YWA students who need an EPISD-issued Chromebook are invited to attend Chromebook distribution. Please review the attached flyer for distribution dates, times, requirements, and additional information.
Incoming 6th grade and new-to-YWA students who need an EPISD-issued Chromebook are invited to attend Chromebook distribution. Please review the attached flyer for distribution dates, times, requirements, and additional information.
Last chance! ⏰ Applications for the El Paso ISD Board of Trustees Districts 6 and 7 vacancies close today at 4:30 p.m.
The Board is seeking qualified community members to represent the Franklin and Coronado feeder patterns.
Applications must be submitted by Monday, July 27, at 4:30 p.m. at El Paso ISD, 1014 N. Stanton.
Learn more and apply ➡️ bit.ly/Board_0701
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Warrior Families – Your Back-to-School Information Hub!
The first day of school is almost here! To help you prepare, we've attached several important resources in one place. Please take a few minutes to review each flyer.
Final ID & Schedule Pickup
If your student has not received their NEW 2026–2027 Student ID, please make plans to visit us Tuesday, July 28, or Wednesday, July 29. All students must receive a new ID, even if they still have last year's ID.
If you were unable to pick up your student's class schedule last week, we'll have those available during these times as well.
Open House – Thursday, July 30
Join us Thursday from 4:00–6:00 p.m. to:
Meet your teachers
Walk the campus and locate your classrooms
Learn about clubs and organizations
Visit with our community partners
We've also included:
• Our 2026–2027 Uniform Policy (update about hair color and free dress for HS on Fridays)
• Information about uniform assistance for families who may need support
• Details about our Warrior Wardrobe, where families can shop donated uniforms at no cost
• PTSO information
• Open House information
• Final ID & Schedule Pickup information
We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another incredible year. Breakthrough begins here!
Your PROUD Principal,
Jennifer Arias
The first day of school is almost here! To help you prepare, we've attached several important resources in one place. Please take a few minutes to review each flyer.
Final ID & Schedule Pickup
If your student has not received their NEW 2026–2027 Student ID, please make plans to visit us Tuesday, July 28, or Wednesday, July 29. All students must receive a new ID, even if they still have last year's ID.
If you were unable to pick up your student's class schedule last week, we'll have those available during these times as well.
Open House – Thursday, July 30
Join us Thursday from 4:00–6:00 p.m. to:
Meet your teachers
Walk the campus and locate your classrooms
Learn about clubs and organizations
Visit with our community partners
We've also included:
• Our 2026–2027 Uniform Policy (update about hair color and free dress for HS on Fridays)
• Information about uniform assistance for families who may need support
• Details about our Warrior Wardrobe, where families can shop donated uniforms at no cost
• PTSO information
• Open House information
• Final ID & Schedule Pickup information
We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another incredible year. Breakthrough begins here!
Your PROUD Principal,
Jennifer Arias
Stay connected and informed all year long with the El Paso ISD App! 📲🌟
Everything you need is right at your fingertips!
Download the app to:
✅ Receive school and district updates
✅ Communicate with educators through the Rooms feature
✅ Access classwork, assignments, and materials
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/app-central
❓Need help getting started? Our Family Help Desk is here for you! ☎️ Call 915-230-2581 for assistance. ✅
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDBacktoSchool
Everything you need is right at your fingertips!
Download the app to:
✅ Receive school and district updates
✅ Communicate with educators through the Rooms feature
✅ Access classwork, assignments, and materials
Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/page/app-central
❓Need help getting started? Our Family Help Desk is here for you! ☎️ Call 915-230-2581 for assistance. ✅
#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #EPISDBacktoSchool
