šHusky Howl to our boys' basketball teams for defeating Kennedy Middle School. The 8th-grade Dark Team won with a score of 55-18 and the Light Team won with a score of 33-5. The 7th-grade Dark Team won with a score of 31-15 and the Light Team won with a score of 8-7. The true definition of a team effort! We did it together!š#WEAREJD




š£ Attention La Joya ISD Community! šØ
We need YOUR voice to help shape the future of our district! šāØ The Strategic Planning Survey is NOW OPEN!
š Share your thoughts, priorities, and ideas to guide La Joya ISD toward success. Together, we can create a brighter future for our students and community! š”š
š Scan the QR code or click the link to participate today: https://lajoyaisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bwIUIud5l0sdexE?Q_CHL=qr
Letās make an impactāyour input matters! ā¤ļøš
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š£ Ā”Atención comunidad de La Joya ISD! šØ
Ā”Necesitamos TU voz para dar forma al futuro de nuestro distrito! šāØ La Encuesta de Planeación EstratĆ©gica Ā”YA ESTĆ ABIERTA!
š Comparte tus ideas, prioridades y sugerencias para guiar a La Joya ISD hacia el Ć©xito. Ā”Juntos, podemos construir un futuro brillante para nuestros estudiantes y comunidad! š”š
š Escanea el código QR o haz clic en el enlace para participar hoy mismo: https://lajoyaisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bwIUIud5l0sdexE?Q_CHL=qr
Ā”Hagamos un impactoātu opinión cuenta! ā¤ļøš


šLet's show our school spirit and support all our boy's basketball teams! ššŖ Our 8th-grade teams are taking on Kennedy Middle School at home, while our 7th-grade teams are battling it out on the road. Light Team: 6 PM Dark Team: 7 PM Let's pack the stands and cheer them to victory!

ā½Soccer showdown! ā½ļø Our Lady Huskies face off against Kennedy Middle School. Game Location: Juarez-Lincoln Stadium. Let's fill the stands and make some noise! 7th-grade plays at 6 pm and 8th-grade plays at 7 pm.

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āØš¢ Important Update, La Joya ISD Family! āØ
Monday, February 10, 2025, will be a NO-CLASS DAY for students!
š Teachers and staff will use this time to plan and prepare for our amazing students' success.
š Staff will report as scheduled. Check the notice for all the details! š
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āØš¢ Ā”Actualización importante Familias de La Joya ISD! āØ
El lunes 10 de febrero de 2025 serĆ” un dĆa SIN CLASES para los estudiantes.
š Ā”Nuestros maestros y personal estarĆ”n planeando y preparĆ”ndose para el Ć©xito de nuestros increĆbles estudiantes!
š El personal se presentarĆ” como estĆ” programado. Ā”Revise el aviso para todos los detalles! š

š¢ La Joya ISD Stands with Our Families! š¢
We are committed to ensuring all students feel safe, supported, and welcomed. Read our Immigration Student Support FAQs to learn about your child's right to education, school safety, and available resources. ššāØ
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š¢ Ā”La Joya ISD Apoya a Nuestras Familias! š¢
Estamos comprometidos a garantizar que todos los estudiantes se sientan seguros, apoyados y bienvenidos. Lea nuestras Preguntas Frecuentes sobre el Apoyo a Estudiantes Inmigrantes para conocer los derechos educativos de su hijo, la seguridad escolar y los recursos disponibles. ššāØ






šHusky Howl to our boys' basketball teams for defeating Vela Middle School. The 8th-grade Dark Team won with a score of 36-32 and the Light Team won with a score of 35-16. The 7th-grade Dark Team won with a score of 38-17 and the Light Team won with a score of 22-21. The true definition of a team effort! We did it together!š#WEAREJD




ā½Soccer showdown! ā½ļø Our Lady Huskies face off against Jesus "Jesse" Vela Jr. Middle School. Game Location: Vela Middle School (Alamo). Let's fill the stands and make some noise! 7th-grade plays at 6 pm and 8th-grade plays at 7 pm.

šLet's show our school spirit and support all our boy's basketball teams! ššŖ Our 8th-grade teams are taking on Jesus "Jesse" Vela Jr. Middle School at home, while our 7th-grade teams are battling it out on the road. Light Team: 6 PM Dark Team: 7 PM Let's pack the stands and cheer them to victory!

š La Joya ISD Stands for Student Support & Inclusion! š
At La Joya ISD, we are committed to ensuring a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all students. As national conversations on immigration continue, we remain dedicated to protecting, uplifting, and guiding our students and families. ššTogether, we create a school community where every student feels safe, valued, and supported.
š¢ Read the letter below from our Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Marcey Sorensen, for more details.
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š Ā”La Joya ISD Apoya a Nuestros Estudiantes y Promueve la Inclusión! š
En La Joya ISD, estamos comprometidos a garantizar un entorno de aprendizaje seguro, solidario e inclusivo para todos nuestros estudiantes. A medida que continĆŗan las conversaciones nacionales sobre inmigración, seguimos dedicados a proteger, apoyar y guiar a nuestros estudiantes y sus familias. šš
Juntos, creamos una comunidad escolar donde cada estudiante se sienta seguro, valorado y apoyado.
š¢ Lea la carta a continuación de nuestra Superintendente Escolar, la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, para mĆ”s detalles.


āØNew Dates for La Joya ISD Strategic Planning Sessions! š
š£āØ Join Us for La Joya ISD Strategic Planning Town Hall Meetings! āØš£
Be part of shaping the future of our district! š These exciting sessions are your chance to share ideas, provide feedback, and create a visionary roadmap for excellence at La Joya ISD. Letās work together to make a difference for every student! š”š¬
š Upcoming Sessions:
š PK, PK3, and PK4 Parents/Families:
šļø Thursday, January 30th | š 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | š Central Office - La Joya Room
š
Athletics Parents/Families:
šļø Thursday, January 30th | š 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | š Central Office - Tabasco Room
š Special Education Parents/Families:
šļø Tuesday, February 4th | š 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | š Central Office - Tabasco Room
š§ Career & Technical Education (CTE) Parents/Families:
šļø Thursday, February 6th | š 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | š Central Office - Tabasco Room
š Locations: Central Office Administration Building, La Joya ISD
š More Info: https://www.lajoyaisd.com/page/strategic-planning-25-26
š¬ Your Voice MattersāLetās work together to make La Joya ISD stronger than ever! š Donāt miss this chance to help shape the future! šš
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š£āØ Ā”Ćnase a las Reuniones Comunitarias de Planificación EstratĆ©gica de La Joya ISD! āØš£
Ā”Sea parte de dar forma al futuro de nuestro distrito! š Estas emocionantes sesiones son su oportunidad para compartir ideas, brindar comentarios y crear un plan visionario para la excelencia en La Joya ISD. Ā”Trabajemos juntos para marcar la diferencia por cada estudiante! š”š¬
š Próximas Sesiones:
š Padres/Familias de PK, PK3 y PK4:
šļø Jueves, 30 de enero | š 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | š Oficina Central - Salón La Joya
š
Padres/Familias de Atletismo:
šļø Jueves, 30 de enero | š 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | š Oficina Central - Salón Tabasco
š Padres/Familias de Educación Especial:
šļø Martes, 4 de febrero | š 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | š Oficina Central - Salón Tabasco
š§ Padres/Familias de Educación TĆ©cnica y Profesional (CTE):
šļø Jueves, 6 de febrero | š 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | š Oficina Central - Salón Tabasco
š Ubicaciónes: Oficina Central, La Joya ISD
š MĆ”s Información: https://www.lajoyaisd.com/page/strategic-planning-25-26
š¬ Su Voz ImportaāĀ”Trabajemos juntos para hacer a La Joya ISD mĆ”s fuerte que nunca! š Ā”No se pierda esta oportunidad de ayudar a dar forma al futuro! šš

šHusky Howl to our 8th-grade basketball teams for defeating Domingo Trevino Middle School. The Dark Team won with a score of 37-25 and the Light Team won with a score of 32-10. The true definition of a team effort! We did it together!š#WEAREJD


ā½Soccer showdown! ā½ļø Our Lady Huskies face off against Domingo Trevino Middle School. Game Location: Day Field in La Joya, TX. Let's fill the stands and make some noise! 7th-grade plays at 6 pm and 8th-grade plays at 7 pm.

Attention La Joya ISD Community: Due to the recent bad weather day on January 21, 2025, our 100th Day of School celebration has been rescheduled to Monday, January 27, 2025. Letās come together to celebrate this milestone with excitement and pride! šš
Additionally, join us for the Great Kindness Challenge Week from January 27ā31! Each day will have a fun theme:
Monday: Winter Wear āļø 100 Days of School
Tuesday: Favorite Hat š©
Wednesday: Wear Tie-Dye šØ
Thursday: Animal Print or Camouflage š¾
Friday: Western Gear š¤
Letās make this week one to remember by spreading kindness and showing school spirit! šāØ

šLet's show our school spirit and support all our boy's basketball teams! ššŖ Our 7th-grade teams are taking on Domingo Trevino Middle School at home, while our 8th-grade teams are battling it out on the road. Light Team: 6 PM Dark Team: 7 PM Let's pack the stands and cheer them to victory!

This School Board Appreciation Month, JD acknowledges the visionary leadership that is shaping the future of education in Texas and empowering our students for success. Thank you Mrs. Alyssa PeƱa for your inspiring leadership and profound impact on shaping our students' futures. #WEAREJD #LJISD


š¬ļø Stay Warm, La Joya ISD! š¬ļø
With this colder weather, students and staff are encouraged to dress warmly and comfortably. Uniforms will not be required during this time to ensure everyone stays cozy and safe. Donāt forgetāclothing must still follow district guidelines. Stay bundled up, La Joya ISD! š§„š§£š§¤
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š¬ļø Ā”MantĆ©nganse abrigados, La Joya ISD! š¬ļø
Con este clima frĆo, se invita a los estudiantes y al personal a vestirse abrigados y cómodos. No se requerirĆ” el uso de uniformes durante este tiempo para garantizar que todos se mantengan cómodos y seguros. No olviden que la ropa debe cumplir con las normas del distrito. Ā”AbrĆguense bien, familia de La Joya ISD! š§„š§£š§¤

š¢ WEATHER UPDATE FOR JANUARY 22, 2025 š¢
Due to weather conditions, La Joya ISD will operate on a TWO-HOUR DELAY tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Adjusted Start Times:
Elementary Schools: 9:35 AM (Bus routes start at 8:30 AM)
Middle Schools: 10:15 AM (Bus routes start at 9:30 AM)
High Schools: 10:35 AM (Bus routes start at 10:00 AM)
Academy Schools: 10:45 AM (Bus shuttles start at 10:20 AM)
ā”ļø Please note: Schools will open at the usual times to accommodate parents who need to drop off their children earlier. **All staff should report at their regular time.**
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff. Stay safe, La Joya ISD family!
š» Visit www.lajoyaisd.com or follow us on social media for updates.
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š¢ ACTUALIZACIĆN DEL CLIMA PARA EL 22 DE ENERO DE 2025 š¢
Debido a las condiciones climƔticas, La Joya ISD operarƔ con un RETRASO DE DOS HORAS maƱana, miƩrcoles, 22 de enero de 2025.
Horarios Ajustados de Inicio:
Escuelas Primarias: 9:35 AM (Las rutas de autobuses comienzan a las 8:30 AM)
Escuelas Secundarias: 10:15 AM (Las rutas de autobuses comienzan a las 9:30 AM)
Preparatorias: 10:35 AM (Las rutas de autobuses comienzan a las 10:00 AM)
Escuelas AcadƩmicas: 10:45 AM (El transporte comenzarƔ a las 10:20 AM)
ā”ļø Nota importante: Las escuelas abrirĆ”n en su horario habitual para los padres que necesiten dejar a sus hijos mĆ”s temprano. **Todo el personal deberĆ” presentarse en su horario habitual.**
Gracias por su comprensión y continuo apoyo mientras priorizamos la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal. Ā”CuĆdense, familia de La Joya ISD!
š» Visite www.lajoyaisd.com o sĆganos en las redes sociales para actualizaciones.


Free Grab & Go Meals will be available on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at designated locations across the district. While students do not need to be present to pick up a meal, their name and ID will be required.
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Las comidas gratuitas para llevar estarÔn disponibles el martes 21 de enero de 2025, de 9:00 a. m. a 11:00 a. m. en ubicaciones designadas en todo el distrito. Si bien los estudiantes no necesitan estar presentes para recoger una comida, se requerirÔ su nombre y una identificación.


