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Roadrunner Bimonthly News

September 28, 2025

Roadrunner Bimonthly News September 28, 2025
RoadrunnerBimonthly NewsSeptember 28, 2025

Principal's Corner Principal's Corner

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Dear Families,

As we move into late September, the temperatures are finally starting to moderate, and a touch of fall is in the air! Our students are thriving, and the school is full of energy, curiosity, and kindness.

Fall is a season of growth, and that’s exactly what we’re seeing in our classrooms, students building confidence, forming friendships, and rising to new challenges. We’re also talking about growth mindset, encouraging everyone to embrace learning with the belief: "I can’t do it... yet!"

Thank you for your continued support at home. Your partnership makes all the difference.

Wishing you a cozy and inspiring start to fall! 🍁


Mr. Belknap
Principal Western Hills Elementary School

October Calendar October Calendar

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Attendance Information Attendance Information

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How to Contact Attendance Clerk

Please email the following to our attendance clerk:

  • Doctor's notes, dentist's notes, appointment slips, passport appointment paperwork, funeral announcements
  • We will no longer take phone calls for verified absences.
  • Email: westernhills_notes@episd.org
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Roadrunner Events Roadrunner Events

This Friday the PTA will be hosting their Snack shack!

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FALL 2025 FUNDRAISER! VERTICAL RAISE FALL 2025 FUNDRAISER! VERTICAL RAISE

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Our goal for the Vertical Raise Fundraiser is $10,000, we are getting closer!

Right now we are at $6,125, don't forget there are prizes and Grade level Prizes! Which ever grade level wins will win a special prize! Don't forget to add your child's picture to their Vertical Raise profile!


As of 9/28 we have 7 days left!

  • 1st place - 2nd grade - $1,455
  • 2nd place - 4th grade - $1,451
  • 3rd place - 5th grade - $1,105

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Important Links Important Links

Parent Portal Parent Portal

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Welcome to the El Paso Independent School District Parent Portal / Bievenidos al Portal para Pdres de Familia del Distrito Escolar Independiente de El Paso.   Click here to download the new EPISD App to receive notifications on news, social, media and emergencies.   Note to Parent: Forgot user ID? Retrieve It You only need one account to view all of your EPISD enrolled students. Note to Employee/Parent: You must use your District login and password to access the Parent Portal.    For Assistance, please contact your Campus PEIMS Clerk and/or Registrar. Thank you for your support of EPISD!

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Western Hills Website Western Hills Website

Western Hills Elementary Environmental Science Academy

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Roadrunner PTA Roadrunner PTA

Whether a parent, family member, educator, or community member, your PTA membership will impact the lives of millions of Texas children. Thank you for joining us in ensuring every child has a representative voice.https://www.joinpta.org/

Important Contacts Important Contacts

Don Belknap, Principal - drbelkna@episd.org

Asst. Principal

Raquel Hernandez, counselor - rherna11@episd.org

Janet Chaparro, counselor- jmchapar@episd.org

Pam Newby, nurse - panewby@episd.org

Lisa Guzman, secretary - ljguzman@episd.org

Heather Dunscomb, PEIMS clerk - hdunscom@episd.org

Judith Ramirez, LPAC- jramire2@episd.org

Roadrunner Mission & Vision Statement Roadrunner Mission & Vision Statement

School Mission:

Students will have the opportunity to participate in sustainability projects relevant to our desert region through hands-on environmental learning experiences.

School Vision:

To deliver exceptional education, empowering students to reach their potential.

Western Hills Elementary School
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