El Paso ISD
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El Paso ISD is the pioneer of public education in the El Paso community. The District is home to 50,000 students and 8,000 employees. #ItStartsWithUs
Joined September 2012
Crockett Elementary students got a extra special surprise from @thegreatkhalid, who handed out presents to all the kids. #iamepisd #discoverepisd
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El Paso and Odessa: Two communities linked by their determination to persevere and their insistence to unite during tragedy. EPISD stands with its friends at @EctorCountyISD during these tough moments. #ElPasoStrong #OdessaStrong #IamEPISD
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to potential icy conditions, the school and work day at all EPISD schools and facilities will start an hour after their normal time on Wednesday, Feb. 5. Please report to school or work an hour later than your normal reporting time.
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Help us congratulate Adalberto Garcia on his appointment as El Paso ISD's new Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools!. Congratulations, Mr. Garcia! 🎉. Learn more #ItStartsWithUs
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.@packers Aaron Jones surprised the @Burges_Mustangs varsity girls’ basketball 🏀 team with new purple Adidas basketball shoes!. The top ranked 5A team in the city & 13th ranked in TX dedicated their season to Jones’ dad Alvin Jones Sr. ➡️ #EPISDProud
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The custodians at Jefferson/Silva High School and throughout EPISD are hard at work today doing a deep cleanse of schools. This process is in response to the outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus). #IamEPISD #EPISDProud
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Some good news for EPISD employees during these uncertain times. The District today approved an end-of-year stipend for qualifying employees. The District also approved compensation for subs and temps during the school closures.Hope this brings some peace of mind. #IamEPISD
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Superintendent @jecabrera12 has announced that out of abundance of precaution EPISD will extend spring break through March 27. Click the link to read more.
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Rain 🌧 in El Paso means rainbows 🌈 at La High. 📸 by El Paso High School teacher David Palmer. #IamEPISD
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Help us welcome the newest addition to the EPISD team!👋. Dr. Marta Carmona has been named the new deputy superintendent for academics. She will lead instructional departments + school leadership + oversee educational programs. Details ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to potential icy road conditions, EPISD schools and offices will be on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, Feb. 12. Please report to school or work two hours later than your normal reporting time.
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath announces today that state requirements for the STAAR exam have been waived in response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) school closures.
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The Tx Senate today adjourned honoring Irvin HS Coach Archie Duran. EPISD thanks Sen @JoseforTexas for a fitting tribute. #WeAreAllRockets
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Bowie HS alum is the first African-American male 🎓 valedictorian at the Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 28 years. Congratulations to Nnamdi Ezenwa on his historic achievement! @hbcugrad @texassouthern .•.#IamEPISD #EPISDproud #HBCUGrad #OnceABearAlwaysABear
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MAGIC MOMENTS! 🏀✨. NBA legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson surprised El Paso ISD student-athletes at Andress High School and implored them to use the talents they develop on the court and in the classroom to chase their dreams. Learn more ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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Congratulations 🥳 to @ephsofficial Principal Mark Paz on being named the Region 19 Principal of the Year! This is the second year in a row that an EPISD principal is given the honor. Read more about it ➡️ #IamEPISD #EPISDProud #LaHigh
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Congratulations to EPISD Athletic Director Maria Kennedy on receiving the Margaret McKown Distinguished Service Award from the Texas Girls Coaches Association. The award recognizes outstanding contributions to girls athletics in the state. #IamEPISD
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EPISD will follow guidelines from the city's health department regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus) and extend its emergency preparedness weeks to April 6. Schools will remain closed until then. Click the link to learn more. Link:
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Complete! Can't wait to be back on campus to celebrate the new EPISD Bond state-of-the-art field house at @AHSGoldenEagles. The $3.6-million, 14,000 sq. ft. facility has new locker rooms, offices, training rooms and weight room for student athletes. Go Eagles! 🦅🏈🏐🏋️♀️ #IamEPISD
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Please note that although EPISD@HOME begins March 30, the District's current plans are to re-open schools on April 6 in compliance with the city's health guidelines.
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Help us welcome 👋 a new member of the El Paso ISD team!. ⭐ Adalberto Garcia, Chief Academic Officer. Learn more ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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EPISD will observe a moment of silence at 10:40 AM in memory of the 23 people killed during the Aug. 3, 2019 attack on El Paso. Join us in remembering the victims and survivors. May the spirit of unity and understanding continue to guide us. #ElPasoSTRONG #EPISDProud
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The El Paso Independent School District is canceling all district-related travel for students and staff until further notice. While there are no confirmed cases in El Paso County of COVID-19 (coronavirus), the decision was made out of an abundance of caution.
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GO HUSKIES! 🏀. The Chapin High School boys basketball team has defeated Fort Worth O.D. Wyatt 69-68 in double overtime to advance to the Class 5A Region I championship game against Mansfield Summit at 11 a.m. Saturday. #ItStartsWithUs
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Congratulations to Chapin graduating senior Romelo Rosario for winning @RepEscobar 's 2020 Congressional Art Competition🖼🎨. His piece "The Messenger" will hang at the U.S. Capitol. Read more ➡️ #IamEPISD #EPISDProud
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Famed Burges alum and current NFL star Aaron Jones joined the Mustang girls basketball team after it claimed a bi-district title Monday night at the Don Haskins Center. #ItStartsWithUs
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Congratulations 🏈 Coach Tony Martinez!. @JSHS_Official coach is named District 2-5A, Division II Coach of the Year! 👏 #EPISDProud #GoEPISD @viva_lajeff @jshs_stuco
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¡El Rey del Jonrón! ⚾️ . Congrats to Coronado High alum and University of Texas baseball player Ivan Melendez! The Hispanic Titanic is the Longhorn home run record holder. #GoEPISD
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Help us congratulate Mark Paz on his appointment as EPISD's new Assistant Superintendent of Schools!. Congrats, Mr. Paz! 🎉. Read more ➡️ #IamEPISD
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El Paso ISD stands with the students, parents, teachers and community members of Uvalde CISD during these unimaginable times. Schools should be secure spaces for all, and any attempt to disrupt school safety should be condemned.
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Attention EPISD Parents & Teachers! . Due to the continued rise in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, and in consultation with the City of El Paso’s Department of Public Health, EPISD will extend its intersession until Oct. 23. More: #IamEPISD
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In accordance to the City of El Paso’s announcement that a Shelter in Place rule has been enacted, the El Paso Independent School District has extended its campus closures until further notice. Please see for more information.
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In light of the frigid temperatures and dangerously low wind-chill expected overnight, we have decided to implement a two-hour delay for all the district's campuses and offices on Monday, Jan. 8. Please note all transportation will be adjusted accordingly. #ItStartsWithUs
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EPISD joins UTEP and El Paso in mourning the loss of President Emerita, Dr. Diana Natalicio. Her legacy lives in the classrooms of the District through the teachers she helped train and the students whose lives they will charge. #IamEPISD
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EPISD will serve free breakfast and lunch for any child ages 1-18 who may need a meal during the declared week of emergency preparedness of March 23-27, when the District will be closed. Click the link to find the site closest to your home. Info:
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Please stay healthy and safe, EPISD. Stay home. Practice social distancing. Abide by all health regulations. Together we can slow the spread of the virus.
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.@FranklinCougars left something better than a red apple 🍎 on their teacher's desk. a fresh pair of Air Jordan I's!. Students surprised English teacher Mr. Dunton with a pair of Air Jordan I's 👟 after his current pair fell apart. 📸 @Neriatwin_1 @therealfitfamelpaso
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Help us welcome 👋 three new executive principals to the El Paso ISD team. ⭐ Lilia Aguilera.⭐ Dana Boyd.⭐ Michelle Romero. Learn more ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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Congratulations to Austin High School 🐾 Principal Cyndi Ponce for being named the High School Principal of the Year by the Region 19 Texas Association of Secondary School Principals. Learn more ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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Very emotional moment at Brown @bulldogsbms1 vs Richardson @rmsjaguars1 game. Both teams gave special needs athlete the chance to score 🏀 the final point of the game. #GoEPISD
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EPISD to comply with new city order, delay in-person instruction until September 8. Virtual instruction for all EPISD students will begin on August 17 ➡️
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This upcoming 2019-20 school year, EPISD will ROCK YOU! See you on Monday, kids! #FirstDay #IamEPISD #EPISDRocks
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She’s going to Harvard 🎉! Coronado High School senior, Ana Paulina Serrano, received the best 🎁 gift this holiday season - she was accepted into Harvard in the early application round! Congratulations Ana Paulina! 🙌🏫🎓 #Harvard2025 #EPISDProud #IamEPISD
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Please help us welcome five new key members of the EPISD Administrative team! The appointments are part of Superintendent Diana Sayavedra's restructuring plan for the District. Welcome to the EPISD Family! More ➡️ #IamEPISD
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ATTENTION PARENTS: Due to an increase in COVID-19 cases in El Paso in the last weeks, EPISD has made the decision to delay the start of in-person instruction. For more information please log on to #IamEPISD
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EPISD approves budget with 7 percent raise for teachers & additional parental leave. Teachers, librarians, counselors & nurses will see a salary increase of 7 percent in 2022-23. The board also approved 10 paid additional days for parental leave. ➡️
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Congratulations to @ephsofficial swimming coach Dow Farley for being inducted into the El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame and being named the Texas Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association 2019 5A Coach of the Year! #IamEPISD
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EPISD Interim Superintendent Vince Sheffield, a longtime educator and administrator, takes the helm of the District today. Read his message to the students, parents and community of El Paso. Read ➡️ #IamEPISD #EPISDProud
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We want to see the EPISD Class of 2020 walk across the graduation stage. Help them get there by staying home and flattening the infection curve. #HelpMeWalk #IamEPISD #EPISDProud 👨🏽🎓👩🎓🏛
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Earlier this week, CNN’s Phil Mattingly professed his fondness for sun bears. This morning, Haidi Appel and her Sun Bears from @HaskinsPK8 let him and the rest of America know that El Paso ISD loves them, too. Thank you, @CNN, for showcasing El Paso’s District! 🐻 #ItStartsWithUs
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Don't forget: starting tomorrow (March 23) EPISD will be distributing free breakfast and lunch to ANY child ages 1-18 at 50 school sites throughout the district. For more information, including sites, click:
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Congratulations to EPISD Athletic Director Maria Kennedy on her induction to the El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame! Her contributions to sports in the Borderland is unmeasurable! We are so #EPISDProud! #IamEPISD #GoEPISD @EPAHOF_
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Help us welcome 👋 a new member of the El Paso ISD team!. 🌟 Jorge Saenz, Director for Special Education. Learn more ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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Help us welcome 👋 Nuri Robles as the new principal of Capt. Gabriel L. Navarrete Middle School. Learn more ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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As proud El Pasoans, let’s band together as the united community that we are every day. We pray for the victims and their families. Let’s also thank our first responders. #elpasostrong.
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Even through the extended closure and the Stay Home rule, the EPISD meal distribution sites will remain open to provide food for ANY child ages 1-18. #IamEPISD #EPISDProud. For more info, including sites ➡️
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Help us welcome 👋 a new executive principal to the El Paso ISD team. ⭐ Sarah Venegas. Learn more ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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Help us congratulate Joseph Manago on his new appointment as EPISD's new Executive Principal. Congrats Mr. Manago 🎉. Read more ➡️ #IamEPISD
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Help us welcome 👋 three new key members of the El Paso ISD team. ⭐ Suzanna Gutierrez – Director of STEM.⭐ Fernando Marquez – Director of CTE.⭐ Phillip Hash – Director of Literacy. Learn more ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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Congratulations to the 2017-18 Teacher of the Year winners Julie Porflit from Moye Elementary and Ricky Ramirez from Canyon Hills Middle.
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Thanks to the @AAAllTheWayFdn and @Albertsons, 200 families in the Hawkins Elementary area will have a turkey to help them celebrate Thanksgiving. Thank you, Aaron and Alvin Jones! @Showtyme_33 @My_Tyme10. 📸and ℹ️at #IamEPISD
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ATTENTION EPISD PARENTS & EMPLOYEES!. The City of El Paso Department of Public Health has recommended that El Paso area school districts postpone the scheduled reopening of schools due to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases in El Paso County. New phase-in return now starts Oct. 26
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Congratulations to @YWSteamPrepNT and @armendariz_ms Principal @ccontive on being selected to serve as content advisor for the 2019 review and revision of the science TEKS. Dr. Ontiveros will help update science curricula for the state. #IamEPISD #EPISDProud
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Every week, we'll introduce you to an inspiring and empowering individual in El Paso ISD. This week, meet Cash Vasquez! 👋. Bliss Elementary School first-grader Cash Vasquez spends most mornings helping around campus and handing out hugs to those who need it most. #ItStartsWithUs
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Buenos días ☀️! A beautiful welcome by the El Paso ISD Mariachi 🎶🎻 Fine Arts students. Ready to kick off EPISD Convocation at Don Haskins. #ItStartsWithUS #EPISDProud @EPISDFIneArts
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EPISD today announced the appointment of several new principal positions. Please help us welcome these amazing educators to their new roles! Read more ➡️ #IamEPISD #EPISDProud
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Help us welcome 👋 two new principals to the El Paso ISD team!. ⭐ Dr. Angela M. Reyna, Coronado HS.⭐ Edgar A. Rincon, Jefferson/Silva HS. Learn more ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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Help us welcome 👋 a new member of the El Paso ISD team!. 🌟 Dr. Domingo Jauregui, Director for Special Education. Learn more ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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Congratulations to Marcos Muñoz of Jefferson High School for being named runner-up for the ESC Region 19 Secondary Teacher of the Year! . Mr. Muñoz is a testament to El Paso ISD’s commitment to inspiring and empowering students to thrive. #ItStartsWithUs
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Help us welcome 👋 5 new key members of the EPISD team ➡️ ⭐Dr. Jacqueline Kennedy-Chief Academic Officer.⭐Amanda Bowser-Franklin principal.⭐Dr. Sandra Rocha-EPHS principal.⭐Rosaura Gandarilla-Bowie principal.⭐Dr. Emily Stuessy-Guidance & Counseling
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Do you need a student desk for a better virtual learning experience? EPISD will be selling surplus desks for $3 at 7 a.m. on Saturday at the former Alta Vista school site. Desks sold until they run out. Limit 5 per household. ➡️ #IamEPISD #EPISDProud
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No such thing as spring break for the Henderson MS Chess Team. The Hornets have done it again. They just earned first place and Champion of Champions designation at the 2018 Texas State Scholastic Chess Championship in Houston. Congratulations! #IamEPISD #DiscoverEPISD
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Congratulations to Elizabeth Prangner and Marc Escareno on their appointment as principals at @CooleyElem and @coronado_high, respectively. #IamEPISD. Story:
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We are happy to kick off #TeacherAppreciationWeek by announcing the Top 10 Finalists for EPISD Teacher of the Year. Their principals schools did a great job of surprising them with the announcement earlier this week. Now it's official. Good luck to all 10! #IamEPISD #EPISDProud
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Welcome 6 new principals to El Paso ISD:. ⭐ Haydee Duran, MacArthur PK-8.⭐ Suzanna Gutierrez, Powell ES .⭐ Shari Jones, Hill PK-8 .⭐ Marisa Luna Holguin, Duran ES.⭐ Melissa Ortiz, Putnam ES.⭐ Dr. Erika Pasieczny, Wiggs MS. ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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Let's show the rest of the country what we already know in El Paso: R.R. Jones Stadium at @ephsofficial is THE MOST BEAUTIFUL HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM IN THE USA. Click the link and vote for El Paso High. #IamEPISD #LaHigh. Vote here:
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Happy 🏳️🌈 Pride Month, EPISD! . The access to education is a right for all students. EPISD is proud to be an ally to the LGBTQ community in El Paso. #PrideMonth #IamEPISD #EPISDProud #EPISDAlly
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We are thankful for the dedicated men and women of the EPISD custodial staff who are working diligently through the break to keep our students and employees healthy.
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El Paso ISD will observe a moment of silence at 10:39 a.m. in memory of the 23 people killed during the Aug. 3, 2019 attack on El Paso. Join us as we remember the victims and survivors. #ElPasoStrong
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The El Paso Independent School District is pleased to announce several principal appointments and new hires for the upcoming 2024-25 school year.🌟. Learn more ➡️ #ItStartsWithUs
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Members of the @Austin_EPISD football team visited the memorial at the site of the Aug. 3 attack on El Paso and left behind a jersey to honor the 22 victims. The team also has decided not to wear the No. 22 jersey this season. #IamEPISD #EPISDPride #AHSPanthers
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EPISD@HOME, our distance learning program during the school closures, starts tomorrow! . Haven’t heard from us? Have a question? . Text us at 915-526-6767 and give us your name, school, parent’s name, student ID number and your question. We’ll get back to you ASAP!
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David Cervantes, El Paso ISD director of athletics, has retained his appointment as the Region 4 director of the Texas High School Athletic Directors Association, continuing his service to advance high school athletics in the El Paso area and West Texas. Congratulations, David!🌟
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Have you thanked your school custodian today? EPISD custodians are a critical component of our educational system. #IamEPISD
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EPISD has expanded to 50 the number of schools that will offer free take-home breakfast and lunch for any child ages 1-18 during the two weeks of the emergency preparedness closures. To see a complete list of schools and times, please click on the link:
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EPISD will observe a moment of silence at 10:39 a.m. in memory of the 23 people killed during the Aug. 3, 2019 attack on El Paso. Join us in remembering the victims and survivors. #ElPasoStrong #EPISDProud
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Cinta de Oro, formerly known as Sin Cara in the 💪 WWE, reminds you to 💻 Log In & Stay Connected! As an undefeated state champ🥇 from Burges HS, he knows firsthand how good grades secure a strong future. See you online! #IamEPISD #EPISDProud @CintaDeOro
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Following a recommendation from the County of El Paso in response the drastic spike in COVID-19, EPISD will suspend athletic, fine arts and all other extracurricular activities until further notice. More info ➡️ #IamEPISD
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Congratulations to the 10 finalists for EPISD Teacher of the Year! These educators showcase the high-quality instruction that is the hallmark of the District. Their dedication and innovation have helped establish 21st-century education at its highest form. #IamEPISD
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Thank you El Paso for a great response to our student-desk surplus sale. We planned to sell 400 desks, but we sold more than 800. Thanks to awesome donations, we were able to give away the first 500 free of charge! #IamEPISD #EPISDProud
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If El Paso carves the images of the top sports names onto the Franklins in its version of the athletic Mt. Rushmore, it'd have EPISD’s prints all over it. Congrats to @AHSGoldenEagles basketball coach Jim Forbes for making the list! 🦅🏀🏔. ➡️ #IamEPISD
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Bowie’s @OSOFOODTRUCK cooked and delivered more than 300 Thanksgiving meal plates on Thursday to El Pasoans who were spending the holiday alone. They got turkey, mashed potatoes and green beans. They even got some pumpkin pie! . Way to go Bears! #IamEPISD #EPISDProud
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