Pioneer Families November 9th-15th

PRINCIPAL'S CORNER-
💙 Welcome Back, Barron Families!
Happy New Year! We hope you enjoyed a wonderful winter break filled with rest, family time, and joyful moments. As we begin 2026, we are excited to welcome our Pioneers back on campus and continue the strong start we made this school year.
We are grateful for your support, partnership, and trust. Together, we have created a positive first semester, and we look forward to building on that success.
📚 Our Vision for 2026
At Barron Elementary, our goal is for every child to feel safe, supported, and confident to learn. We believe deeply in our mission: Barron is a place where every student learns and belongs.
This semester, our teachers and staff will continue focusing on:
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High-quality instruction in every classroom
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Building strong academic foundations
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Supporting students’ social and emotional growth
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Creating safe and welcoming environments
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Strengthening partnerships with our families and community
Every adult in our building—from custodial and cafeteria teams to paraprofessionals, office staff, teachers, and specialized support staff—plays a vital role in your child’s success.
🍎 Our Commitment to Student Success
As we begin the new year, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that every Pioneer:
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Feels safe at school
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Is challenged academically
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Receives support based on their unique needs
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Experiences positive relationships with staff and peers
We believe that a 1• change will make a big difference in your child’s learning journey.
🤝 Thank You for Your Partnership
We appreciate everything our families do to support attendance, communication, and engagement. Your involvement is key to our school’s success, and we are grateful to partner with you.
Please look out for upcoming communication about spring events, assessments, family nights, and ways to stay connected.
💬 We’re Here for You
If you ever have questions, concerns, or ideas, our doors are always open. Our leadership team, teachers, and staff are committed to serving you and your child with care, respect, and dedication.
We are excited for a wonderful 2026 and can’t wait to see all the growth our Pioneers will achieve this year! Welcome back, Barron families! Let’s make this a great semester—together.
With gratitude and pride,
The Barron Elementary Leadership Team
💙 Where Pioneers Learn and Belong
Mrs. Vasquez, Principal 🔥°💯💙°
PROUD Principal of Barron ES
212°, one degree of change will make a difference
#Reaching New Heights in Learning! Batter Up
"It starts with US!"
💙 ¡Bienvenidas y bienvenidos, familias de Barron!
¡Feliz Año Nuevo! Esperamos que hayan disfrutado de un descanso de invierno lleno de momentos especiales, descanso y tiempo en familia. Al comenzar el 2026, estamos muy emocionados de recibir nuevamente a nuestros Pioneers y continuar el gran trabajo que logramos durante el primer semestre.
Agradecemos su apoyo, confianza y colaboración. Juntos hemos construido un excelente comienzo de año escolar, y estamos listos para seguir creciendo.
📚 Nuestra Visión para el 2026
En Barron Elementary, nuestra meta es que cada niño y niña se sienta seguro, apoyado y con la confianza para aprender. Creemos firmemente en nuestra misión: Barron es un lugar donde cada estudiante aprende y pertenece.
Este semestre nuestro personal continuará enfocándose en:
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Instrucción de alta calidad en cada salón
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Construir bases académicas sólidas
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Apoyar el desarrollo social y emocional de los estudiantes
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Crear ambientes seguros y acogedores
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Fortalecer la comunicación y colaboración con nuestras familias
Cada adulto en nuestra escuela—desde el personal de conserjería y cafetería hasta paraprofesionales, oficina, maestros y personal especializado—contribuye al éxito de su hijo(a).
🍎 Nuestro Compromiso con el Éxito de los Estudiantes
Al iniciar este nuevo año, reafirmamos nuestro compromiso de asegurar que cada Pioneer:
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Se sienta seguro en la escuela
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Sea desafiado académicamente
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Reciba apoyo según sus necesidades individuales
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Experimente relaciones positivas con el personal y sus compañeros
Creemos que pequeños pasos intencionales cada día hacen una gran diferencia en el aprendizaje de su hijo(a).
🤝 Gracias por Su Colaboración
Agradecemos todo lo que hacen para apoyar la asistencia, la comunicación y el aprendizaje en casa. Su participación es clave para el éxito de nuestra escuela, y estamos muy agradecidos por su confianza.
Próximamente recibirán información sobre eventos de primavera, evaluaciones, noches familiares y oportunidades para mantenerse conectados.
💬 Estamos Aquí para Servirles
Si tienen preguntas, inquietudes o sugerencias, nuestras puertas siempre están abiertas. Nuestro equipo administrativo, maestros y personal escolar están comprometidos a servirles con dedicación y respeto.
Estamos emocionados por un maravilloso 2026 y por todo el crecimiento que veremos en nuestros Pioneers este año.
¡Bienvenidos de nuevo, familias de Barron! Juntos haremos de este semestre uno extraordinario.
Con gratitud y orgullo,
El Equipo de Liderazgo de Barron Elementary
💙 Donde los Pioneros Aprenden y Pertenecen
Mrs. Vasquez,
Orgullosa directora de Barron ES
212°, one degree of change will make a difference
#Reaching New Heights in Learning! Batter Up
"It starts with US!"
BARRON'S VISION/MISSION
Vision: BES where PIONEERs Learn and Belong
Mission:
Educating with excellence
Empowering learners to reach their full potential, and
Inspiring families to partner in every child’s success.
CORE VALUES:
P-PARTICIPATE
R-RESPECTFUL
I-INVOLVED
D-DETERMINED
E- ALWAYS EXCELLENT!
Week of 1/12/26
Jan. 12
- Wear your favorite Team Jersey
- Basketball Intramural
Jan. 13
- Tutoring K-5
Jan. 14
- Wear your favorite college shirt
- Basketball Intramural
- Classroom pictures - order online using link
Jan. 15
- Tutoring K-5
- STAAR & Stripes @ 3:45-4:45
Jan. 16
- Wear Barron's spirit shirt
Jan. 19 - NO SCHOOL- MLK Jr. Day
LUNCH MENU-
CAMPUS PRIDE
🗓️Events:
Class Picture Day, Jan. 14th
👉Order your picture copies here: http://hsphoto.hhimagehost.com/BarronElementaryClassPrepay2026EPISD
(The link closes 4 days after picture day so ensure to order in good timing)
STAAR and Stripes
⭐️Join us for a short informational session on STAAR to help you be aware and prepared for one of your child's most important exams of the years.
🇺🇸After this short session we will unveil the newly updated Military Honor Wall. This wall represents pioneers loved ones who have served or are serving our country. We celebrate these pioneer loved ones by putting care into the space they are displayed on and hope to see you there as we honor these Barron Heroes! ❤️🤍💙
PTA 2025-26
SIGN UP AND BECOME A VOLUNTEER
https://www.episd.org/o/episd/page/volunteer
We recently had our AM and PM VIP meetings. Missed it? No worries!
Reach out to Ms. Berry concerning any kind of questions you have with volunteering.
Lots of fun things and crafts are happening this holiday season so we suggest getting your VIPS now to be part of this wonderful season!
ATTENDANCE
- Parents please use the QR code to submit absence notes.
- You will need to input child’s name and ID in the subject area when you are ready to submit a note.
- If you have any questions please call us at (915)-236-5075.
Barron's attendance goal this year 94%
Reporting an absence:
ATTENDANCE
Barron's goal -maintain 94% of students attending daily. We are at 93.96%. The Attendance Committee in alignment with the EPISD District will continue to support all Families and students with attending school every day. Please follow the attendance policy so that every child meets the expectations of being at school every day and reaching their potential in learning. Ms. Croissant and Mr. Crain, will continue to reach out to families to offer support. Thank you Barron Families! RIGHT HERE. RIGHT NOW! because we are PIONEERS!
Thank you Barron Families, we are near our goal of 94%
CAMPUS SAFETY
SAFETY OF STUDENTS AND STAFF IS PRIORITY
The campus will follow safety guidelines at all times and practice scheduled drills with students.
All visitors to the campus will need Identification before entering the campus.
At all times, visitors must report to the front office. Visitors are not allowed to enter the campus (past the front entrance) while school is in session.
COUNSELOR'S CORNER-MS. GALVAN
Guidance lessons weekly
Non-negotiable for PBIS:
Treatment Agreements in every classroom
P.R.I.D.E. classroom poster reviewed with students/posted
Social Emotional Learning embedded throughout the day
LIBRARIAN'S CORNER- MS. CROZIER
Library hours
7:45-8:00 (students only)
3:30-3:45(students/family)
MILITARY COMMUNITY LIAISON CORNER- MS. ANGIE CHAVEZ
THANK YOU, PIONEER MILITARY FAMILIES! ❤️🤍💙
Our Red, White & You Social was pure magic, and it’s all thanks to our incredible military-connected families who came out to celebrate with us!
Huge gratitude to:
- Grand Canyon University for sponsoring all the food, snacks, and drinks
- Ft. Bliss School Liaison Office & MWR for powerful resources, the outdoor American flag Barron received in August, and 90 toy microphones that were a part of our trivia prizes
- El Paso MEPS for joyfully running game booths and engaging with our families
- And the amazing Dr. Torres Cheer Team for an unforgettable debut performance! 📣
This night was a community collaboration from Barron Elementary, Dr. Torres Elementary, and your Military Family Liaison, Ms. Chavez.
Happy Military Family Appreciation Month — we are SO grateful for you and can’t wait to do it again! 🇺🇸
Family and Community Liaison Ms. Alyssa Berry
Message from your FCL
We are so excited to start a new semester of Parent engagement. Thank you to all the parents who give their time and energy into making sure their child not only thrives at home, but at school also!
I'm excited for this semester and can't wait to see you!
Alyssa Berry
Your Family and Community Liaison
Sneak Peak into Jan. 😉
HOW TO FIND YOUR CHILDS CURRICULUM: STEP BY STEP
How To Find Your Childs Curriculum: Step by Step
Ms. Saenez has put together a wonderful document in order to help parents stay up to date about what their child is learning! The PDF below is a step by step guide and is worth a look!
FOOD BANK INFORMATION FOR ANDRESS HIIGH-SCHOOL
CAMPUS PROCEDURES 2025-26
REMINDER: ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL TIMES
Arrival time after 7:30 (do not leave your children in front of the school)
Dismissal time - pick up students at 3:25
DISTRICT UPDATES
WELCOME! SUPERINTENDENT DR. BRIAN LUSK
"I have committed to listening and learning first and foremost, with a genuine desire to work alongside everyone. I have begun meeting with individuals from across the district and community to hear their perspectives on our school culture. These conversations have been thoughtful and meaningful, centered on our shared expectations for the district and the goals we aim to achieve together. I look forward to engaging with even more members of the El Paso ISD community in the coming weeks as I continue to learn from and about the people who make this district strong."
#itstartswithus
ANDRESS FEEDER ATHLETICs Schedule
For a complete list of all EPISD Athletic Schedules for all Levels (Varsity, JV and 9th).
Barron's dress up days (jeans can be worn)
MONDAYs - Jersey day
WEDNESDAYs-college shirt
FRIDAYs - Barron spirit shirt
Barron Elementary School
Mission:
Educating with excellence
Empowering learners to reach their full potential, and
Inspiring families to partner in every child’s success.
Trustee: Robert Osterland
Email: ervasque@episd.org
Website: https://www.episd.org/barron
Location: 11155 Whitey Ford Street, El Paso, TX, USA
Phone: (915) 236-5075
Facebook: @ Barron Elementary School
X: @barronEPISD
Instagram: @barronepisd

