
DISTRICT UPDATE / ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL DISTRITO



🌟🎉 Join us in celebrating National School Counseling Week and recognizing the exceptional work of our school counselors! Thank you for all that you do! 💙📚


Congratulations to the Juarez Lincoln HS Wrestling Team! 🎉 Your hard work and dedication have paid off, earning medals at the 16-5A District meet and qualifying for Regionals.🤼♂️🤼♀️
District champion Alan Cerda, 3rd place Angel Alaniz, 3rd place Jose Cardoza, 4th place Mariano Ornelas, 5th place Humberto Mandujano, 5th place Alfonso Lopez, 6th place Ryu Martinez n 6 th place Raul Gonzalez
Girls 4th place Dafne Goana, 4th place Julieta Chapa, 4th place Caroline Nuno and 4th place Jacklyn Navarro





DISTRICT UPDATE
Letter from Dr. Marcey Sorensen, New Superintendent of Schools, La Joya ISD
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ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL DISTRITO Carta de la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, Nueva Superintendente de Escuelas, La Joya ISD



February is CTE Month!!
Career & Technical Education (CTE) provides students with the academic and technical skills, knowledge, and training necessary to succeed in future careers.


🛑 January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month. La Joya ISD unites against this heinous crime, raise awareness, and stand up for the rights of every individual. 💙 Together, we can make a difference and bring an end to human trafficking.


📣 La Joya ISD, answer the call and unite with us in embracing the 2024 It’s Time Texas Community Challenge! 🌟 The Challenge is in full swing, running until March 3, 2024. 💪🏼🏋🏼♂️ Let's collaborate to enhance our community's health, one point at a time. Don't hesitate, register today and be part of the transformation! 🏃♀️🌱


January 16, 2024
⚠️Weather Update ⚠️ / ⚠️ Actualización del Clima ⚠️



January 15, 2024
⚠️Weather Update ⚠️ / ⚠️ Actualización del Clima ⚠️



⚠️Weather Update ⚠️ / ⚠️ Actualización del Clima ⚠️



⚠️Weather Update ⚠️
La Joya ISD is closely monitoring the approaching cold weather conditions scheduled for next week. We will make decisions about a school delay or closure, as we gather additional information. Classes are to continue as scheduled until further notice. Please continue to monitor the La Joya ISD district website www.lajoyaisd.com, our La Joya ISD social media outlets with the handle @lajoyaisd, and the local news outlets for changes to our normal district operation schedule.
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⚠️ Actualización del Clima ⚠️
La Joya ISD está monitoreando de cerca las condiciones de frío que se esperan para la próxima semana. Tomaremos decisiones sobre un posible retraso o cierre escolar a medida que recopilemos información adicional. Las clases continuarán según lo programado hasta nuevo aviso. Por favor, siga monitoreando el sitio web del distrito La Joya ISD www.lajoyaisd.com, nuestras redes sociales de La Joya ISD con el usuario @lajoyaisd y los medios de comunicación locales para conocer cambios en nuestro horario operativo normal del distrito.


Happy National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day to all Law Enforcement Agencies!! Special thanks to our La Joya ISD Police Department for ensuring a safe learning and working environment for all of our students and staff at La Joya ISD. 👮🏻♂️🚔


🎉✨ January is School Board Recognition Month, and at La Joya ISD, we're joyfully celebrating our trustees for their dedication and commitment to the district and its students! 🏫💙 The theme for this year is "Locally Elected, Community Connected," emphasizing the vital link between our school trustees and the communities they serve. School board members, the largest group of locally-elected officials in the state, play a crucial role in shaping the future of education. 📚👏 Let's express our gratitude to these community leaders who tirelessly work for the betterment of our schools! 🙌🎊 #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth


La Joya ISD wishes our incredible family a joyful holiday break! 🎄 Our offices and campuses will be closed from Monday, December 18, 2023 - Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
🌟 Staff returns on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. 📅
📚 Students return on Monday, January 8, 2024. 🎉


📣Just a Friendly Reminder!
No early release on Friday, December 15, 2023. Students have a regular school day.


💎Attention La Joya ISD Community💎
We hope this message finds you well. We want to inform you that the Department of Public Safety (DPS) will be conducting training at the Jimmy Carter Campus during the week of December 11-15, 2023. The training sessions will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on those days.
We understand that increased activity, especially when it involves law enforcement training, can sometimes raise concerns within the community. We want to assure you that this training is a routine and essential part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of public safety.
The training is carefully planned to ensure minimal disruption to the community, and all necessary precautions will be taken to guarantee the safety of residents. We kindly request your understanding and cooperation during this period.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our office at (956) 323-2040. Your safety and peace of mind are of the utmost importance to us.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
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💎 Atención Comunidad de La Joya ISD 💎
Esperamos que este mensaje le encuentre bien. Queremos informarle que el Departamento de Seguridad Pública (DPS) llevará a cabo un entrenamiento en el Campus Jimmy Carter durante la semana del 11 al 15 de diciembre de 2023. Las sesiones de entrenamiento se llevarán a cabo de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m. en esos días.
Entendemos que un aumento en la actividad, especialmente cuando se trata de entrenamiento policial, a veces puede generar preocupaciones dentro de la comunidad. Queremos asegurarle que este entrenamiento es una parte rutinaria y esencial de nuestro compromiso de mantener los más altos estándares de seguridad pública.
El entrenamiento está cuidadosamente planificado para garantizar la mínima interrupción en la comunidad, y se tomarán todas las precauciones necesarias para garantizar la seguridad de los residentes. Agradecemos de antemano su comprensión y cooperación durante este período.
Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud, no dude en comunicarse con nuestra oficina al (956) 323-2040. Su seguridad y tranquilidad son de suma importancia para nosotros. Gracias por su comprensión y apoyo continuo.



🚨Attention La Joya ISD High School parents. Here's the STAAR EOC (End of Course) testing schedule for the week starting December 5, 2023.
Reminders for Testing Days (STAAR EOC)
1. Students should strive to avoid being absent on testing dates.
2. Students should get a good night’s sleep and have a healthy breakfast before testing.
3. Students should arrive on time to school testing begins promptly.
4. Schools are closed to visitors on days when testing is being administered.
BEST OF LUCK to all our students testing this week!!


La Joya Juarez-Lincoln High School Top Hat Theatre Company proudly presents "The Wizards of OZ” 🌪️👠
📅 Friday, December 1st at 6:30 pm
📅 Saturday, December 2nd at 1:00 pm
📍 Alejandro “Alex” H. Saenz Performing Arts Center
🎟️ Visit ticketspicket.com to purchase your tickets and be part of this enchanting experience! 🌟 For more information, call ☎️ (956) 323-2785.


Enjoy your Thanksgiving Break La Joya ISD Family!! 🦃 🍁
All classes resume on Monday, November 27, 2023.

⏰ Friendly Reminder! There will be NO CLASSES on Friday, November 17, 2023.
