Ok so if i’m being honest, I AM NOT READY FOR SUMMER TO BE OVER!! *Cries in Spanish* But here I am… writing articles about going back-to-school!!
While some El Paso-area students will return to the classroom before August even begins, others won’t head back until the first week of the month, making now the perfect time to start preparing.
Along with buying school supplies, parents are also checking class schedules, completing registration and making sure their children are ready for the first day of school and we are here to help you plan ahead with a look at important first day of school dates!
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El Paso-Area School District Back-to-School Dates
All back-to-school dates and times are shared on each school districts website so make sure to double check for any changes!
San Elizario ISD
First day of school: Tuesday, July 21Elementary: 7:20 a.m. – 4:05 p.m.Middle School: 8:05 a.m. – 4:50 p.m.High School: 8:05 a.m. – 4:50 p.m.
Socorro ISD
First day of school: Monday, July 27Elementary: 7:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.Middle School: 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.High School: 8:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Clint ISD
First day of school: Monday, July 27Elementary: 7:20 a.m. – 3 p.m.Middle School: 8:30 a.m. – 3:50 p.m.High School: 8:30 a.m. – 4:05 p.m.
Tornillo ISD
First day of school: Monday, July 27Elementary: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.Middle School: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.High School: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Anthony ISD
First day of school: Tuesday, July 28Elementary: 7:30 a.m. – 3:10 p.m.Middle School: 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.High School: 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
El Paso ISD
First day of school: Monday, Aug. 3Elementary: 8:15 a.m. – 3:25 p.m.Middle School: 7:50 a.m. – 3 p.m.High School: 8:45 a.m. – 4:10 p.m.
Ysleta ISD
First day of school: Monday, Aug. 3Elementary: 7:30 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.Middle School: 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.High School: 8:30 a.m. – 4:10 p.m.Important Links: Academic Calendar | Registration
Canutillo ISD
First day of school: Monday, Aug. 3Elementary: 7:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.Middle School: 8 a.m. – 3:50 p.m.High School: 7:55 a.m. – 4:05 p.m.
Fabens ISD
First day of school: Tuesday, Aug. 4Elementary: 7:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.Middle School: 8 a.m. – 3:32 p.m.High School: 7:35 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
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IDEA Public School
First Day of School: Monday, August 3, 2026
Other key back-to-school dates to note include:
Professional Development (Student Holiday for Students): Monday, July 20, 2026, through Thursday, July 30, 2026Student-Family Engagement Day: Friday, July 31, 202
Loretto Academy
First Day of School: Tuesday, August 12th.
Key details to keep in mind:
Prep Days: Scheduled prior to the start of classes.
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