EPISD Academic Calendar Voting

Dear El Paso ISD,

We are reaching out to invite your participation in the voting process for the proposed revisions to the 2025-2026 Academic Year Calendar and the selection of the proposed 2026-2027 Academic Year Calendar. Your input is a vital part of ensuring that the academic calendars align with the needs and preferences of our community.

Summary of Key Proposals:

Proposed changes to the 2025-2026 Academic Year Calendar include the removal of three Early Release days and converting them to full days of instruction for students. Additionally, two schedules for Early Release Day will be proposed for a new date and changing from a half-day teacher PD to half-day teacher workday. Early Release days are traditionally used for teacher professional development, which is an ongoing process throughout the year. By eliminating three specific Early Release days, we can ensure that students receive more instructional time while still supporting teachers' professional growth through other opportunities. This adjustment aims to maximize learning time for students without sacrificing the quality of educator development. Please vote for the following proposed changes to the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar.

Your vote is essential in helping to determine the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar. The proposed calendars include Early Release days, which are dedicated to teacher professional development, helping our educators continue to grow and improve their teaching practices. Additionally, Intersession days are designed to provide targeted instruction and acceleration for students who may be struggling academically. These days allow for focused intervention, help students catch up on unfinished learning, and offer smaller class sizes for more personalized, one-on-one support. Intersession also creates an engaging, camp-like atmosphere to make learning more enjoyable for students. Your vote is important in shaping the best academic experience for all our students. Please take a moment to review the proposed options and cast your vote!

Below, you will find a detailed summary that highlights the similarities and differences between the proposed revisions to the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar and the proposed 2026-2027 Academic Calendars. We encourage you to review these documents thoroughly to fully understand the proposed changes and options. This feedback and voting results will be shared at the EPISD Board meeting for final approval in February 2025.

Your engagement strengthens our community and helps shape the future of education in El Paso Independent School District. Voting will be open for 10 working days. Thank you for your ongoing support and collaboration.