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Here at Murphree, we would like to take a moment to thank our amazing Counseling team for their selfless service to our students. Thank you for everything you do every day! While you are nationally recognized during this week Feb 2nd-Feb 6th, we appreciate you daily. Thank you Ms. Morgan, Ms. Melendez, Ms. Quiroz, and Ms. Lopez.

Elementary Class Photos will be Thursday Feb 26th. You may order online or send in a picture packet. There is no free dress for Class Photos.

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Middle School Progress Reports 3A Issued- Feb 2nd

Elementary Progress 3 Reports Issued- Feb 5th

Middle School 3rd Nine Weeks Report Cards Issued- Mar 26th

Elementary 3rd Nine Weeks Report Cards Issued- Mar 27th

Grades Available on Parent Portal

Link for Parent Portal: https://teams.episd.org/selfserve/EntryPointHomeAction.do?parent=true

If you are having Parent Portal issues, please contact Mrs. Hawk for assistance- tchawk@episd.org

We are reinforcing our Middle School Dress Code and Tardy Policy.

Students are expected to be in class on time and in full uniform every day.

• Tardies: On the 3rd tardy per class period, students will serve Friday Detention until 4:30 PM.

• Dress Code: On the 3rd dress code violation, students will also serve Friday Detention.

We appreciate your support in helping our students build responsibility, and pride. Please check that your child leaves home dressed in the proper uniform and arrives to class on time ready to learn.

Murphree PK–8 Campus Uniform Addendum (Middle School 6th–8th Grade):

To support a culture of excellence and unity, Murphree PK–8 follows the EPISD district dress code with the following campus-specific expectations:

Weekly Dress Expectations

• Monday – College Shirt Day
  Students may wear a college/university shirt with uniform bottoms to promote college and career readiness.
• Tuesday – T-Bird Tuesday
  Students wear Coronado spirit shirts or Firebird gear with uniform bottoms or jeans.
• House Days
  House colors may be worn ONLY on designated House activity days as announced by administration.
• All Other Days
  Students must wear the standard middle school uniform:
• Polo ( navy, grey, white, blue, or yellow)
• Uniform pants/shorts/skirt (black, navy, or khaki)
• Student ID visible at all times (when issued)

Uniform Violation Consequences

Consistent expectations build a strong culture. The following consequences apply.

2nd Violation

3rd Violation

Continued Refusal to Comply

Mondays- College Wear Days- Wear your college shirt and uniform bottoms

Tuesdays- T-Bird Days in support of our feeder pattern high School, wear any Coronado t-shirt w uniform bottoms

Fridays- Firebird Spirit Wear- Wear any Murphree club or team sport shirt and uniform bottoms

At Murphree PK-8, we believe every school day matters because every lesson builds toward your child’s success. When students miss just two days a month, it can add up to nearly 20 days of lost learning over the year.

If your child must miss school due to illness or emergency, please call us the same day. If you’re facing challenges getting your child to school transportation, health, or anything else reach out! Our team can help problem-solve so your child stays on track.

Let’s work together to make sure every student is present, learning, and thriving every single day.

Please ensure your student attends school daily. If they are ill or out for other reasons, please email your absence to murphree_notes@episd.org. Absences must be cleared within 3 days of student being out. Please refer to the EPISD District Calendar for days off.

February 2nd- Middle School Progress 3A report cards issued

February 2nd-February 5th- National School Counselor's Week

February 5th- Elementary Progress Reports Issued

February 5th- Early Release for students @ 11:35am

February 5th- Parent Teacher Conferences 1-6pm

February 6th- Jersey Friday in preparation of Super Bowl Sunday Rep Your Team!!

February 9th-13th- Valentine's Day Spirit Week

February 11th- Early Release @ 11:35am

February 17th- Sandoval Housing Food Distribution starting @10am

February 26th- Elementary Class Photos

*** Upcoming Events***

March 2nd-March 6th- Dr. Seuss Week

March 5th- Easter Photos Pre Pay Only

March 9th-March 13th- Spring Accelerated Instruction/ Intercession

March 16th-March 20th- Spring Break

March 23rd- School Resumes

March 26th- 3rd Nine week report cards for middle issued

March 27th- 3rd Nine weeks report card for Elementary Issued

Parents and students can use the El Paso ISD app for district and school news, events, lunch menus and more! Our new app features Rooms, a parent-teacher communication tool. Rooms empowers teachers with the tools needed to give families a seamless communication experience.

Rooms offers secure, two-way messaging between families and their child’s school. Teachers can send parents, guardians, and students broadcasts, announcements, and messages. And guardians can message teachers and staff.

This makes it easy for everyone to know how to get in contact with each other. Instead of using disparate channels, like text, email, Facebook, etc., families and teachers can communicate with each other through one tool. Rooms exist within your district app, which means you don’t have to download an additional app to keep up with your child’s school. You can chat with teachers (through Rooms) and access all district-wide information—from dining menus to events to announcements and more—through one app.

Start using Rooms in 3 Easy Steps!

AN IDENTIFICATION CARD WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ALL ADULTS NEEDING TO ENTER THE BUILDING DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AS WE KEEP OUR SCHOLARS AND STAFF SAFE.

(EL PASO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT - July 30, 2025) — Effective August 4, 2025, Texas House Bill 1481, signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 22, 2025, prohibits the use of cell phones, smartwatches, and other non-instructional communication devices during the school day for El Paso ISD students. This new regulation aims to address mental health, attention, and social development concerns among Texas youth. El Paso ISD remains dedicated to fostering high-quality, safe, and welcoming environments where students can unplug, engage, and thrive. Be Present & Power Down!

What El Paso ISD Students & Families Need to Know

Beginning August 4, 2025, students will not be permitted to use cell phones, tablets, smartwatches, AI glasses, or other digital communication devices on campus during school hours, from the first bell to the last. While students may bring their phones and digital devices to school, all devices must be turned off and stored in backpacks or designated areas within classrooms.

When Can Students Use Cell Phones on Campus?

We understand that ensuring student safety is a priority for parents and families, and there may be specific situations where the use of digital devices is necessary. The following exceptions apply:

• Students may use their cell phones if there is a documented need based on a directive from a qualified physician. This documentation must be submitted and approved by the campus administrator.

• Students may use their cell phones for the implementation of an individualized education plan, a 504 plan, or a similar plan.

• In the event of a school emergency, students will be allowed to use their cellular phones or communication devices.

What Happens if a Student Fails to Follow These Guidelines?

Failure to comply with this law, related district policies, or regulations may result in confiscation of the device and other disciplinary actions in accordance with the district’s Student Code of Conduct.

If a confiscated cellular phone or digital communication device is not retrieved by the student, El Paso ISD will dispose of it appropriately after providing the necessary notice as required by law.

Students are responsible for their personal property and should take extra care to avoid leaving their devices behind or mistaking another for theirs. El Paso ISD will not be responsible for any lost or stolen cellular phones or digital communication devices.

Charles Q. Murphree PK-8

Wanda Johnson (Principal)- wljohnso@episd.org

Teresa Covarrubias (AssistantPrincipal)- tmsoria@episd.org

Erica Watts (Assistant Principal)- mewatts@episd.org

Alexandra Quiroz (Counselor PK-5th) acquiroz@episd.org

Yvette Melendez (Counselor 6th-8th) ymelende@episd.org

Kelly Morgan (Counselor 6th-8th). kjmorgan@episd.org

Luz Amezola (Secretary)- leamezol@episd.org

Kisha Hawk (PEIMS)- tchawk@episd.org

Arisbe Valles (Registrar)- avalles@episd.org

Lourdes Guerra (Attendance)- mlguerra@episd.org

Samantha Garcia (Nurse) sgarcia6@episd.org

Leticia DeSantis (Librarian)- lmontoy3@episd.org

Melissa Prado (Diagnostician)- mprado1@episd.org

Angeline Pages (Diagnostician)- acpages@episd.org

Susana McKissack (Parent Engagement)- srmckiss@episd.org

Website: episd.org/murphree-murphree@episd.org

Attendance email (use this email to report your student's absence)- murphree_notes@episd.org
Location: 499 Cabaret El Paso, TX. 79912
Phone: (915) 236-3925