Pioneer Families November 9th-15th

💙 Celebrate our Counselor!

Dear Barron Families,

Thank you for partnering with us during Parent-Teacher Conference Night. We truly appreciate your time, support, and commitment to your child’s learning. Together, we continue building a culture of excellence for all our Pioneers.

As we move forward, our focus remains on high-quality learning every day. Across our campus, teachers are working to ensure consistent routines, engaging instruction, and strong support for every student. Our leadership team continues classroom visits to celebrate what is working well and to strengthen learning for all students.

📚 Upcoming Learning Focus

Next week, students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade will take Interim Assessments in:

• Reading Language Arts – Tuesday

• Math – Thursday

• Science (as scheduled by grade level)

These assessments help us understand student progress and prepare for STAAR in April. We ask for your support by ensuring students:

• Arrive on time

• Get a good night’s rest

• Come ready to do their best

While STAAR testing begins in 3rd grade, it reflects learning from PK through 2nd grade, making the work in all grade levels extremely important.

📅 Important Dates & Events

• IMPACT Tutoring begins Monday

• Saturday School is scheduled for 3rd and 5th grade only (invited students)

• Early Release Wednesday (next week) for staff professional learning @ noon

• Our school attendance continues to average 94%—thank you for helping your child attend school every day!

We also want to wish the best of luck to our Robotics VEX Club and their sponsor, Ms. Ortiz-Gonzalez, as they compete—go Pioneers! Competition will be at Navarrette MS @ 8:00 a.m.

Your continued support helps us ensure that every student is learning in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment. Thank you for being an essential part of the Barron community.

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,

Gracias por acompañarnos durante la Noche de Conferencias de Padres y Maestros. Agradecemos sinceramente su tiempo, apoyo y compromiso con el aprendizaje de su hijo(a). Juntos seguimos construyendo una cultura de excelencia para todos nuestros Pioneers.

Al avanzar esta semana, nuestro enfoque continúa siendo el aprendizaje de alta calidad todos los días. En todo el campus, los maestros trabajan para mantener rutinas consistentes, instrucción atractiva y apoyos sólidos para cada estudiante. Nuestro equipo de liderazgo continúa visitando los salones para celebrar lo que está funcionando bien y fortalecer el aprendizaje de todos los estudiantes.

📚 Próximo Enfoque Académico

La próxima semana, los estudiantes de 3.º, 4.º y 5.º grado participarán en Evaluaciones Intermedias de:

• Lectura y Escritura (RLA) – martes

• Matemáticas – jueves

• Ciencias 5° grado

Estas evaluaciones nos ayudan a comprender el progreso de los estudiantes y a prepararnos para STAAR en abril. Les pedimos su apoyo para asegurar que los estudiantes:

• Lleguen a tiempo a la escuela

• Descansen bien la noche anterior

• Vengan listos para dar lo mejor de sí

Aunque STAAR comienza en 3.º grado, refleja el aprendizaje desde PK hasta 2.º grado, por lo que el trabajo en todos los grados es sumamente importante.

📅 Fechas y Eventos Importantes

• Tutoría IMPACT comienza el lunes

• Escuela de sábado programada para 3.º y 5.º grado

• Salida temprana el miércoles (la próxima semana) para desarrollo profesional del personal

• Nuestra asistencia escolar continúa con un promedio de 94%—¡gracias por ayudar a que su hijo(a) asista a la escuela todos los días!

También deseamos mucho éxito a nuestro Club de Robótica VEX y a su patrocinadora, la Sra. Ortiz-Gonzalez, mientras compiten. ¡Vamos Pioneers!

Su apoyo continuo nos permite asegurar que cada estudiante aprenda en un ambiente seguro, solidario y motivador. Gracias por ser una parte esencial de la comunidad de Barron.

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!

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!

If you missed our first community conversation meeting, please be aware there is still a chance to attend one. Refer to the flyer below for more details.

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!

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Feb. 9

• Wear your jersey
• 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

• Wear your Barron spirit shirt
• 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

2C won a popcorn party for spelling out:

P-E-R-F-E-C-T. A-T-T-E-N-D-A-N-C-E. RIGHT HERE. RIGHT NOW!

Valentines Lunch RSVP – Fill out form

Please check with your students for permission slip provided for your signature:

3rd grade: Tu/Thurs/Friday from 4:00 5:00 pm and Saturday from 8:00-12:00

4th grade: Monday-Friday from 4:00-5:00 pm

5th grade: Tu/Thurs/Friday from 4:00 5:00 pm and Saturday from 8:00-12:00

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)

Hey Families!

We are so excited to share the districts new initiative with you! 😄

👉It Starts With a Book is an initiative in EPISD focused on fostering the love of reading and community engagement in our families and schools!

Each month we will be promoting books for PK-5th focusing on things special to El Paso.

This initiative is especially important for our Pk-2nd graders as they learn to read! Check out the books:

Barron Elementary’s Pioneer Student Ambassadors are leading a community service drive in partnership with El Paso Animal Services. Our ambassadors are 3rd–5th grade student leaders learning kindness, responsibility, and service through helping others.

We invite all Barron families to make a pawsome difference by donating items for animals in need during the week of February 16th. Every donation helps support our community and shows true Pioneer Pride!

🐾 ¡Orgullo Pioneer en Acción! 🐾
Los Embajadores Estudiantiles Pioneer de la Primaria Barron están liderando una colecta comunitaria en colaboración con El Paso Animal Services. Nuestros embajadores son estudiantes líderes de 3.º a 5.º grado que están aprendiendo sobre la amabilidad, la responsabilidad y el servicio a través de ayudar a otros.

Invitamos a todas las familias de Barron a marcar la diferencia donando artículos para los animales necesitados durante la semana del 16 de febrero. ¡Cada donación apoya a nuestra comunidad y demuestra el verdadero Orgullo Pioneer!

Angie Chavez

Military Family Liaison

Barron Elementary & Dr. Joseph Torres Elementary

amchave1@episd.org

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
Facebook: @ Barron Elementary School
X: @barronEPISD

Instagram: @barronepisd