Roadrunner Monthly News

Dear Western Hills Families,

Welcome to 2026 at Western Hills Elementary! We are excited to open our doors and welcome our students, families, and staff back to campus.

At Western Hills, we proudly represent several communities, one home. Our diversity is our strength, and together we create a safe, caring, and supportive environment where every child belongs, is valued, and is encouraged to grow—academically, socially, and emotionally.

As we begin the year, our focus remains on:

• Building strong relationships among students, families, and staff

• Providing engaging and meaningful learning experiences

• Supporting the whole child through kindness, respect, and responsibility

• Partnering with families to help every student succeed

We encourage you to stay connected by reading newsletters, checking backpacks, visiting our school website, and reaching out to teachers and staff whenever questions arise. Your involvement is essential, and we truly value our partnership with you.

Thank you for being an important part of the Western Hills family. We look forward to a wonderful 2026 filled with learning, growth, and shared success—together, as one home.

Warm regards,

Mr. Belknap

Principal

Western Hills Elementary School

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

Parents, for the month of November we will be having an Attendance competition between each grade level. The class in each grade level with the best attendance will get extra recess time!

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/

Don Belknap, Principal - drbelkna@episd.org

Danielle Coppinger, Asst. Principal - drcoppin@episd.org

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

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

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