![Purple Star Distinction Logo](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_708e7835-a7a4-4b9d-a6d7-e64294daf223.png)
September 27, 2024
REL Washington International recently received the Purple Star Campus Designation. This designation recognizes Texas district schools that show support and commitment to military-...
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September 27, 2024
Our students and their parents enjoyed a night filled with all things STEM. So many activities were planned by Ms. Dibler and Ms. Ronquillo kids had a difficult time keeping up! S...
![STEM night flyer](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_b9e51685-a4ea-41f4-9ca1-a85f4e3bfccb.png)
September 20, 2024
Join our Explorers as they demonstrate all they 've been doing in class. It's a time for parents to see just how much our students are learning.
![REL students dressed as cowboys](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_59b69d4b-98eb-466c-b20b-dff50b8691f2.png)
September 16, 2024
REL Explorers are into the Hanks homecoming spirit by participating in the dress up days. Monday was aliens vs. cowboys and our kids had fun dressing up.
![Exploradores at Noche de Estrellas](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_d481e9ea-f833-4c47-a113-0ef6da75b263.png)
September 15, 2024
Noche de Estrellas at Hanks Middle School showcased our Exploradores folklorico group, directed by Ms. Romero. The group mesmerized the audience with their impressive dance perfor...
![Girls waiting for the Walk-a-Thon](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_0003f345-570c-4cf1-a1ad-0cb2e9d25880.jpeg)
September 13, 2024
Our school recently enjoyed their first wal-a-thon of the year. Our coaches put together a fun, healthy activity for our parents and students. We had the perfect weather to have ...
![Student reading a book at home](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_dc5affc0-b565-4ec0-8afa-9612eb8cb976.jpeg)
September 10, 2024
Our Explorers are readers! On National Read-A-Book Day, parents sent Ms. Rodriguez, our librarian, pictures of them reading. It is a joy to see the way kids embrace reading at hom...
![5th graders receiving attendance trophy](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_89c8377b-b53c-4f34-b6ca-97a9e09e1c69.jpeg)
September 8, 2024
Our teachers and students are ready to meet the attendance challenge. Mr. Marquez's 5th graders, Ms. Guzman's 4th graders, Ms. Baeza's 3rd graders, Mr. Romero's 2nd graders, Ms. G...
![student playing bingo with grandparents](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_92f100ce-4433-439b-937a-c751fe96dfbc.png)
September 8, 2024
Our Explorer grandparents were treated to a fun afternoon of bingo, treats, lots of books and even some dancing. The event is always specially put together by our librarian, Ms. R...
![student earns snack for his performance in band](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_2ae8e4b7-32c1-4040-9976-f496afcd6b3d.png)
August 30, 2024
Kudos to this great band student! He had the highest score on his music notation quiz. That earned him a snack.
![Robotics club members working during their 1st meeting](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_7e2a9c6a-e5ce-479f-a050-2210569fa9ee.png)
August 26, 2024
The Robotics club is set and the members are so excited to start on their 24-25 VEX IQ Rapid Relay challenge. They know it will be difficult but are so ready to get their ideas go...
![students using their favorite hat during kindness week](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_fe0a4f85-50a3-4cd7-b8df-2a660a31bd90.jpeg)
August 23, 2024
Students participated all week in dressing up to celebrate kindness week. We had fun wearing our favorite hats, jerseys and shirts. But most of all our students learned that being...
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August 16, 2024
Our librarian, Ms. Rodriguez, has begun the "Library Lounge: Inspiring Young Minds With Flexible Seating!" project through DonorsChoose. She is looking to update a 2001 loveseat w...
![REL band students](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_d78ef060-2df6-4d56-9572-cd2a08c59816.png)
August 11, 2024
Last Friday, some of our 5th grade students were all smiles as they were matched with the instrument they will be playing in band class. Under the direction of Ms. Angeles, these ...
![Student in typical Mexican attire](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_476ecd6c-ec11-4fd3-8d05-c02327f6160c.png)
August 11, 2024
Our school folklorico group Los Exploradores, led by Ms. Romero is set to begin a new season. Last week, 54 new prospects and their parents attended an orientation meeting. They a...
![Parents checking for their child's classroom](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_7d62a162-4469-4433-90e7-d3d1ed1e35fc.jpeg)
July 27, 2024
Thursday evening our school halls became filled with happy parents and thrilled but nervous children. They all came looking forward to meeting the new teacher and hearing about th...
![New teachers at REL International](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_3a80175a-98dd-47d8-a4f5-7fd17ca6f6c3.png)
July 27, 2024
REL welcomed several new members this school year. Among them were Ms. Baeza, Ms. Perez, and Ms. Gonzalez all joined the 3rd grade team. Ms. Aranda is the new Math teacher in 5th ...
![Mr. Astorga](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_217d4bcf-a8d1-4fb9-92b9-80620b46991e.png)
July 27, 2024
REL International School is delighted to welcome Mr. Astorga as our new Assistant Principal. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in the educational field, Mr. Astorga brings...
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June 6, 2024
The Career Day, orchestrated by Ms. V. Hernandez, proved to be highly successful. Our students were afforded the opportunity to glean invaluable career insights from local profess...
![Math Bee](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/ysleta_isd_ar/article/image/large_411e7a2d-d550-4365-93bd-137069114561.png)
June 6, 2024
Our Math bee competition was buzzing with excitement from all the contestants. All grade levels participated and demonstrated their computational abilities. We couldn't have done ...