San Luis Elementary would like to congratulate and thank their custodial staff for winning the title of "Well Maintained and Most Clean Campus" for the month of October. The Cardinals sincerely thank you for all your hard work and dedication to the campus. Maintaining an entire campus is not an easy task but you make it look effortless and we appreciate it.
Sunday November 20th, Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary Student Council members and staff participated in the 20th HEB Feast of Sharing. It was an enjoyable learning experience with lots of entertainment and food.
Benavides
Elementary showed the spirit of Thanksgiving throughout the week of November 14th
with various feasts and reenactments. Mrs. Maldonado’s Class enacted a play
with pilgrims and Indians. 
On November 16th, Benavides Elementary Cheerleaders headed out to Chelos Field to support their fellow Bulldogs in a Division 2 football game. The girls cheered their hearts out for their schoolmates' team, "The Longhorns", to victory! The team remains undefeated with a remarkable record of 10 and 0. 
On Sunday November 20th, Ray H. Darr Student Council proudly volunteered at the 20th Annual Feast of Sharing. The students helped collect trash and keep the environment beautiful for all the townspeople. 
With this being the season of giving, Mrs. Maurer's Autism Classroom at Kennedy Hall did their part by purchasing and donating 4 trampolines to go out to RVLA, LDC, ECC, and Kennedy Hall. Mrs Maurer would like to thank everyone at Kennedy Hall for their support and encourages to always give back to others.
On Monday November 21st, EPHS and C.C. Winn Student Councils were both invited by Mayor Ramsey English-Cantu to participate in the presentation of $1.3 million of new equipment for our police and fire department. Both high schools were delighted to find that the Eagle and Maverick logos are now showcased on the sides of our city's fire trucks. EPISD and both high schools appreciate the support from the city and our mayor. 
On Sunday November 20th , over 40 EPHS Student Council members showed up to set up and work the children's area at the Feast of Sharing which was held at the ICT. The Eagle StuCo members were tasked with games, arts and crafts, and child care. This is the second year that this service has been available and the children love it! . EPHS Student Council is looking forward to helping again next year. 
Friday, November 18th students at Kennedy Hall enjoyed a fun and turkey-filled time at their annual Thanksgiving Pow Wow. The students dressed up head to toe and were sent off for Thanksgiving break with their hearts and tummies full!
On November 18th, Sam Houston Elementary's Student Council hosted their 1st Annual Toy Drive Dance! The Cougars collected over 150 toys and raised a total of $130 to purchase more toys. All proceeds from the dance will go to Border Patrol and distributed around the district this Christmas. Sam Houston Student Council would like to thank everyone who helped make this all possible.
Each year students have the opportunity to participate in All Star games due to their diligence and athletic ability. Robert E. Lee Elementary received a surprise visit from Parks and Recreation on Thursday, November 17, 2016 where 3 star athletes were named as All Stars! Rebel All Stars are Georgina Carillo, Sebastian Salinas, and Luis Esquivel. 
On November 18th, Henry B. Gonzalez's 1st grade Bobcats had a great time celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday. The students were also able to unveil their "Disguised Turkeys" that they spent the entire week decorating!
Memorial Junior High Math Department put together an awesome lesson that had the students feeling like crime scene investigators! Students traveled from classroom to classroom and worked together to figure out the clues and solve the crime! 
Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary would like to thank all their teachers and Student Council members that donated turkeys and condiments for the campus' Thanksgiving baskets. Six happy Bobcat families will enjoy a Thanksgiving Dinner courtesy of the school!
Thursday November 17th, Ray
Darr held their Fall Festival. It was a great success filled
with fun and excitement. Everyone in attendance was treated to games,music and delicious food. It was a great way to send off the students before Thanksgiving break!
Thursday, November 17th Graves Elementary hosted their annual Family Literacy Night with the theme, "Explore an Ocean of Books." The night was filled with ocean-themed arts and crafts, snacks, and of course delightful readings. 