Pioneer Families November 9th-15th

Dear Barron Families,

We had a wonderful time celebrating 100 Days of School! It was such a joy to see our students and staff dressed as 100-year-olds and celebrating 100 days of learning, growth, and perseverance. Thank you for helping us make this a fun and meaningful milestone for our Pioneers.

This week also brought unexpected weather, and we appreciate your flexibility and support during the late start at 10:00 a.m. Our priority is always the safety of our students and staff.

Our 5th grade students continue preparing for the next chapter of their journey. They recently had the opportunity to visit Charles Middle School, and our 5th grade girls visited Young Women’s Academy. These visits help students begin to imagine their future and feel confident about the transition to middle school. We are grateful to Ms. Galvan and her support team for coordinating these experiences.

We also proudly celebrated our Pioneers of the Month, recognizing students who demonstrate PRIDE every day.

January is behind us, and we continue moving forward with our campus commitments:

• High expectations for learning and growth

• Strong instruction in all content areas, including writing

• Supporting students through engagement, productive struggle, and encouragement

• Fostering positive relationships and social-emotional learning

📌 Important Reminders & Upcoming Events:

• Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Tuesday from 1:00–6:00 PM. We look forward to meeting with you to share your child’s progress and goals.

• IMPACT Tutoring will begin on Thursday, February 5th for selected 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students. Permission slips will be provided during parent-teacher conferences or sent home.

• After-school tutoring for K–5 students continues on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30–4:00 PM.

• We recently concluded our Science Fair, where over 120 students participated. We are so proud of our Pioneers for their creativity, curiosity, and confidence! Thank you to Ms. Payan and her team for supporting our students.

At Barron, we are committed to growing the whole child—academically, socially, creatively, and physically. From classroom learning to intramurals, music, art, and competitions, our goal is to help every Pioneer learn, belong, and thrive.

Thank you for your continued partnership, support, and trust. Together, we are making a difference—one day, one lesson, and one student at a time. Together, we will continue to ensure that every Pioneer learns and belongs.

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!"

Estimadas familias de Barron,

¡Tuvimos una gran celebración de los 100 Días de Escuela! Fue una alegría ver a nuestros estudiantes y personal vestidos como personas de 100 años y celebrar 100 días de aprendizaje, crecimiento y perseverancia. Gracias por ayudarnos a hacer de este momento algo divertido y significativo para nuestros Pioneers.

Esta semana también trajo clima inesperado, y agradecemos su flexibilidad y apoyo durante el inicio tardío a las 10:00 a.m. Nuestra prioridad siempre es la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal.

Nuestros estudiantes de 5.º grado continúan preparándose para el siguiente capítulo de su trayectoria educativa. Recientemente tuvieron la oportunidad de visitar Charles Middle School, y nuestras niñas de 5.º grado visitaron Young Women’s Academy. Estas experiencias ayudan a los estudiantes a imaginar su futuro y sentirse más seguros en su transición a la secundaria. Agradecemos a la Sra. Galvan y a su equipo de apoyo por hacer posibles estas visitas.

También celebramos con orgullo a nuestros Pioneers del Mes, reconociendo a los estudiantes que demuestran PRIDE todos los días.

Enero ya quedó atrás y seguimos avanzando con los compromisos de nuestra escuela:

• Altas expectativas de aprendizaje y crecimiento

• Instrucción sólida en todas las áreas académicas, incluyendo la escritura

• Apoyo a los estudiantes a través del compromiso, el esfuerzo productivo y el ánimo constante

• Fomento de relaciones positivas y el aprendizaje socio emocional

📌 Recordatorios importantes y próximos eventos:

• Las Conferencias de Padres y Maestros están programadas para el martes de 1:00 a 6:00 p.m. Esperamos con gusto reunirnos con ustedes para compartir el progreso y las metas de su hijo(a).

• El programa de Tutoría IMPACT comenzará el jueves 5 de febrero para estudiantes seleccionados de 3.º, 4.º y 5.º grado. Los permisos se entregarán durante las reuniones de padres y profesores o se enviarán a casa.

• La tutoría después de clases para K–5 continúa los martes y jueves de 3:30 a 4:00 p.m.

• Recientemente concluimos nuestra Feria de Ciencias, en la que participaron más de 120 estudiantes. ¡Estamos muy orgullosos de nuestros Pioneers por su creatividad, curiosidad y confianza! Gracias a la Sra. Payan y a su equipo por apoyar a nuestros estudiantes.

En Barron estamos comprometidos con el desarrollo del niño en su totalidad—académico, social, creativo y físico. Desde el aprendizaje en el salón hasta los deportes intramuros, la música, el arte y las competencias, nuestra meta es que cada Pioneer aprenda, pertenezca y prospere.

Gracias por su continuo apoyo, colaboración y confianza. Juntos estamos marcando la diferencia—un día, una lección y un estudiante a la vez.

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!"

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-POSITIVE

R-RESPECTFUL

I-INVOLVED

D-DETERMINED

E- ALWAYS EXCELLENT!

Pioneers for the month of January 2026

Barron Families,

Please take the time to complete Panorama Survey. As a Stakeholder, you are priority for the input you provide to the district and the campus that will make the difference for our Pioneers! Thank you!

Please join us Feb. 3rd after our Parent Teacher conference meetings for an important conversation with Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk.

Over the next few weeks, our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students will participate in interim assessments in Science, Reading Language Arts (RLA), and Math. These assessments help us monitor student progress and adjust instruction to better support learning.

We kindly ask for your support in ensuring students:

• Arrive to school on time

• Get a good night’s rest

• Eat breakfast at home or arrive early to eat breakfast at school

• Feel encouraged and calm, knowing these assessments are an opportunity to show what they have learned

Your partnership at home plays an important role in helping our Pioneers feel confident and prepared for success. Thank you for supporting your child’s learning!

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📊 Enfoque en Evaluaciones Intermedias (Interims)

Durante las próximas semanas, nuestros estudiantes de 3.º, 4.º y 5.º grado participarán en evaluaciones intermedias de Ciencias, Lectura y Escritura (RLA) y Matemáticas. Estas evaluaciones nos ayudan a monitorear el progreso de los estudiantes y a ajustar la instrucción para apoyar mejor su aprendizaje.

Pedimos su apoyo para asegurar que los estudiantes:

• Lleguen a tiempo a la escuela

• Vengan bien descansados

• Desayunen en casa o lleguen temprano para desayunar en la escuela

• Estén motivados y tranquilos, sabiendo que estas evaluaciones son una oportunidad para demostrar lo que han aprendido

Su apoyo en casa es clave para que nuestros Pioneers se sientan seguros y preparados para tener éxito. ¡Gracias por ser parte fundamental de su aprendizaje!

Feb. 2

• Wear your jersey day

Feb. 3

• Early Release at 12:00pm
• Parent Teacher conference 1:00-6:00pm
• Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk, 6-7pm

Feb. 4

• Wear your favorite college shirt
• Basketball Intramural

Feb. 5

• Tutoring K-5
• IMPACT TUTORING 4 - 5 pm for selected 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students

Feb. 6

• Wear Barron's spirit shirt

Feb. 7

• Saturday IMPACT tutoring for selected students

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Feb. 9

• Common threads Cooking class 2- 3 pm
• Interim Assessment - 5th Science

Feb. 10

• Interim Assessment - 3rd, 4th, 5th RLA

Feb. 11 EARLY Release at NOON

• Staff Development - PM

Feb. 12

• Interim Assessment - 3rd, 4th, 5th Math

Feb. 13

• Family Valentines lunch with students (RSVP using link)

Feb. 14 -Saturday

• Vex Robotics Competition at Navarrette MS @ 8:30
• IMPACT tutoring 8-12 (selected students)

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Feb. 16 - Feb. 20, Ambassador Kindness Drive

Feb. 20

• Family Fitness Day (PE classes)

Feb. 26

• Future Middle Schooler Night 3:30-4:30 pm

Valentines Lunch RSVP – Fill out form

PTA Members:

Ms. Martinez - President

Ms. Dominguez - VP Fundraiser

Ms. Berry - Secretary

Ms. Christiansen - Treasurer

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!

RIGHT HERE. RIGHT NOW! THANK YOU BARRON FAMILIES!

1° CHANGE IN EFFORT- WILL MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

• 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.

Reporting an absence:

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%

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.

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

We are excited to invite you to participate in our upcoming Annual Career Day! This event provides a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn about different professions and explore potential career paths!

🗓️ April 2nd, 2026

⏰1:00-3:00pm

📍 School Cafeteria

We would love for you to share your career experience and insights with the students. Your participation will help inspire and educate the next generation about the wide variety of career options available to them.

If you're interested in participating or would like more information, please contact Ms. Galvan, the counselor, at the number or email below!

Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our students! ❤️

Warm regards,

Leticia Galvan

School Counselor Barron Elementary

915-236-5121

Lmontoy8@episd.org

Library hours

7:45-8:00 (students only)

3:30-3:45(students/family)

February is the month we celebrate love, kindness, and togetherness. Throughout the month you will see plenty of fun family engagement activities to keep the spirit of family love alive!

Barron isn't just where pioneers learn and belong, it's also where they are loved❤️🤍💖

Trying to help start more acts of kindness in your home during kindness week? Check out the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation and the examples they give! https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/the-kindness-blog/2943-50-kindness-ideas-for-random-acts-of-kindness-day

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!

Arrival time after 7:30 (do not leave your children in front of the school)

Dismissal time - pick up students at 3:25

#itstartswithus

For a complete list of all EPISD Athletic Schedules for all Levels (Varsity, JV and 9th).

MONDAYs - Jersey day

WEDNESDAYs-college shirt

FRIDAYs - Barron spirit shirt

Vision: B.E.S. 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.

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
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X: @barronEPISD

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