Local activist weighs in on EPISD’s recent budget approval
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees adopted a $547 million operating budget for the 2025–26 school…
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Texas Legislature approves $8.5 billion boost for public schools after years of stagnant funding
By Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune May 29, 2025 “Texas Legislature approves $8.5 billion boost for public schools after years of stagnant funding”…
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EPISD board approves new budget, staff raises
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees met Wednesday night to discuss the 2025-2026 District Budget. The…
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Canutillo ISD names interim superintendent
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — The Canutillo Independent School District Board of Trustees has selected an interim superintendent. The board chose Jesica…
Continue Reading EPISD pausing central office hiring amid budgetary challenges
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Independent School District is enacting a hiring pause for central office positions amid ongoing budgetary…
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Ysleta ISD holds budget workshop
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Ysleta Independent School District Board of Trustees held a budget workshop Monday. The board discussed the recent drop…
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Texas students make gains in reading but struggle with math, STAAR scores show
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune, Graphics by Edison Wu, The Texas Tribune June 17, 2025 “Texas students make gains in reading but struggle with math,…
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Managing kid’s screen time this summer
More screen time in the summer can mean a rougher transition going back to school. Experts at the El Paso Center for Children share how excessive…
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30 year cancer survivor gives back to the community
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– In 1994, Wayne Martin experienced persistent indigestion that turned out to be cancer near his stomach. “The journey was…
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Putnam Elementary has final graduation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Putnam Elementary has been open since 1959. “This was such a great little school. I still have some friends. One of them…
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EPISD discussing Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Forecast
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees are meeting Thursday morning to discuss the district’s current…
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Franklin High graduation features memorial to late student
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — At today’s Franklin High School graduation, graduates and staff honored student Emmanuel Lopez, who died in a crash in…
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El Paso Academy rated “A” by Texas Education Agency
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Academy Charter School said it received a “prestigious A” ranking from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). It was one…
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UTEP, TTHSC El Paso announce Third Medfuture Cohort
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Tech Health Sciences Center El Paso and UTEP announced their third Medfuture cohort of future physicians. Texas Tech…
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Good Vibes Only: EPCC student returns to school after facing hardship
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Age is just a number. And that saying perfectly describes Stephanie Menchey’s journey to the classroom. The 46-year-old…
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NMSU Alumni Pond loses its water
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — New Mexico State University says that around 2 years ago Alumni Pond lost its water because of a leak in the liner of the…
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Sun City Summit Rocket Team blasts off
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP engineering students are soaring high, as usual! The university’s Sun City Summit Rocket Team will compete in the…
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EPISD superintendent leaving district, interim named. What’s next?
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Diana Sayavedra formally resigned from her position as the El Paso Independent School District Superintendent. On Tuesday’s…
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Anthony ISD is offering free meals for children this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — While schools close for the summer, some keep their cafeterias open. The Anthony ISD is making sure no child goes hungry by…
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The Great Khalid Foundation opens new music education space
EL PASO, Texas– A new music education space is now open in downtown El Paso, thanks to “The Great Khalid Foundation.” The foundation was created by…
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EPISD Board accepts Sayavedra’s voluntary resignation, CFO named interim superintendent
Update (8:46 PM): The board approved the appointment of current CFO Martha Aguirre as interim superintendent. Five board members voted in favor, with…
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EPISD Board to discuss superintendent’s contract
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The EPISD Board of Trustees will be discussing the contract of Superintendent Diana Sayavedra in a special meeting for the…
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Socorro ISD earns National Certificate for STEM Excellence
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Socorro Independent School District became the third school district in the nation to receive a National Certificate for…
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EPISD Board of Trustees to discuss superintendent’s contract
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees are set to discuss Superintendent Diana Sayavedra’s “duties and…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday: El Paso ISD in turmoil
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — From discussions on whether to fire the district’s superintendent, to approving the hiring of a law firm that also happens…
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TEA reviewing complaint filed about EPISD Board President Leah Hanany
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Education Agency is reviewing a complaint filed about El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees…
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ABC-7 at 4: El Paso Youth Jazz Ensemble to host free summer camp
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—In mid—June, the El Paso Youth Jazz Ensemble is hosting a free summer camp for students ages 12-18. The camp will feature…
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EPISD Board takes no action on superintendent’s future with the district
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Independent School District took no action on the employment status of Superintendent Diana Sayavedra during a…
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Kids with additional support needs at Eastwood benefit from ‘Ohana Games’
EL PASO (KVIA) — Hundreds of students, parents & educators turned out to the “Ohana-lympics” at Eastwood High School. The inspirational event…
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