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Students, there is no school for you this Friday. It is a Teacher In-Service Day...see you on Monday March 4th!
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La Joya ISD Celebrates Texas Public Schools Week
March 4 - March 8. Successfully Educating all Students!!
Join Us for Open House!
Middle Schools -Monday, March 4, 2024 @ 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Elementary Schools - Wednesday, March 6, 2024 @ 6:00PM - 7:30PM
High Schools -Thursday, March 7, 2024 @ 6:00PM - 7:30PM
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LJISD Superintendent Dr. Sorensen honored the Academy of Health Science & STEM (AHSP-STEM) with a visit today. Students and staff welcomed her with open arms as she visited our Health Science and Engineering classrooms. We welcome you and thank you for your visit!
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AHSP-STEM students are competing today at the Regional Science Fair in Brownsville. We wish you the very best and congratulate you for making us proud!...stay tuned for results and more info later today....
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⚠️DISTRICT UPDATE ⚠️
La Joya ISD initiated a lockdown at 8:22 a.m. following a notification from the La Joya Police Department regarding an unauthorized presence on the premises of the La Joya ISD transportation building. Our Chief of Police immediately coordinated with the City of La Joya to identify any potential intruders and ensure the security of La Joya ISD campuses, including La Joya High School, Thelma Salinas STEM High School, Jimmy Carter Early College, CCC, Academic Health Science Profession, Hope, and La Joya ISD Central Office. Once all areas were confirmed secure, the lockdown was lifted at 8:50 a.m. We will continue to assure you that the safety and well-being of all La Joya ISD students and staff are of utmost importance to us.
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⚠️ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL DISTRITO ⚠️
La Joya ISD inició un cierre a las 8:22 a. m. luego de una notificación del Departamento de Policía de La Joya sobre una presencia no autorizada en las instalaciones del edificio de transporte de La Joya ISD. Nuestro Jefe de Policía coordinó de inmediato con la Ciudad de La Joya para identificar a posibles intrusos y garantizar la seguridad de los campus de La Joya ISD, incluidos La Joya High School, Thelma Salinas STEM High School, Jimmy Carter Early College, CCC, Academic Health Science Profession. , Hope y la Oficina Central de La Joya ISD. Una vez que se confirmó que todas las áreas eran seguras, el cierre se levantó a las 8:50 a. m. Queremos asegurarles que la seguridad y el bienestar de todos los estudiantes y el personal de La Joya ISD son de suma importancia para nosotros.
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Our school hours will remain unaffected, maintaining our regular schedule. Please note that there might be bus delays due to additional stops, ensuring that students won't have to walk longer distances to reach a bus stop. Your child's convenience and safety remain our top priorities, Thank you.
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Nuestro horario escolar seguirá sin cambios, Tome en cuenta que puede haber retrasos en los autobuses debido a paradas adicionales, asegurando que los estudiantes no tengan que caminar distancias largas para llegar a una parada de autobús. La seguridad de su hijo/a sigue siendo nuestra máxima prioridad, gracias.
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⚠️DISTRICT UPDATE⚠️: Important Notification: The cause of a gas odor emanating in the north western part of the county.
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⚠️ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL DISTRITO⚠️ : Notificación importante: Ubicación y la causa de un olor a gas que emana en la parte noroeste del condado.
![Hidalgo County emergency management officials have determined the location and the cause of a gas odor emanating in the north western part of the county.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/la_joya_isd_ar/live_feed_image/image/7078315/large_February_15_UPDATEFINALBN.jpg)
![Hidalgo County emergency management officials have determined the location and the cause of a gas odor emanating in the north western part of the county.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/la_joya_isd_ar/live_feed_image/image/7078316/large_Gas_Odor_UPDATE_2PM_SPanish_FINAL.jpeg)
![Los funcionarios de manejo de emergencias del condado de Hidalgo han determinado la ubicación y la causa de un olor a gas que emana en la parte noroeste del condado.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/la_joya_isd_ar/live_feed_image/image/7078317/large_426508120_798874225617943_8971918243895881483_n.jpg)
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⚠️DISTRICT UPDATE⚠️:
Important Notification: Gas Leak in Nearby Town
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⚠️ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL DISTRITO⚠️ :
Notificación importante: fuga de gas en ciudad cercana
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Our students were feeling the love with their friends and classmates yesterday for Valentine's Day! Here are some photos from our photo area set up in the Student Union. If you have more to share, send them in the comments or message us! #ValentinesDay #WeAreAHSP
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💝🥰💞💟❣️HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!!!!!! AHSP-STEM Students are ALL HEART!!! ❤️😍💕💖💝🥰💞💟❣️💞💓#happyvalentinesday
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AHSP-STEM 11th Grade Students, the ACT will be administered on February 27th. Continue studying and preparing since the ACT will help gain college entrance. Make sure to speak to your AVID teacher for more information.
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Hey AHSP-STEM students and staff, wear Pink or Red for Valentine's Day on Wednesday, February 14th, 2024
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⏰ Friendly Reminder! NO CLASSES on Monday, February 12. We will be having an
in-service day for staff. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
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🌟✨ It's National School Counseling Week! 🌟✨
Here at La Joya ISD, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for each and every one of our incredible counselors. 💖 From guiding our students through academic challenges to providing invaluable support for their emotional well-being, our counselors truly go above and beyond every single day. 🙌 Their dedication and compassion make a world of difference in the lives of our students and our entire school community. 🎓💙 Let's take this week to celebrate and honor these amazing individuals who play such a vital role in shaping the future. Thank you for all that you do! 🌈👏
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🌟✨ It's National School Counseling Week! 🌟✨
Here at La Joya ISD, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for each and every one of our incredible counselors. 💖 From guiding our students through academic challenges to providing invaluable support for their emotional well-being, our counselors truly go above and beyond every single day. 🙌 Their dedication and compassion make a world of difference in the lives of our students and our entire school community. 🎓💙 Let's take this week to celebrate and honor these amazing individuals who play such a vital role in shaping the future. Thank you for all that you do! 🌈👏
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📅 REMINDER: 📆
Please check out the district calendar as it's been updated to reflect the following:
🏫 Regular School Day on Friday, February 9, 2024
❌ No school for students on Monday, February 12, 2024 (Staff Inservice Day)
👩🏫 Staff will be at work on both Friday, February 9, 2024, and Monday, February 12, 2024.
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Don't forget, LJISD updated their 23-24 School Year Calendar. There IS school on Friday 2-9-2024. There is NO school for students on Monday 2-12-2024, teachers have an In-Service Day.
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This weekend, our new Environmental Awareness Club got their hands a little dirty at the National Butterfly Center in Mission. The club sponsors, Mrs. Cornia Fuentes-Garza and Mr. Luis Dovalina led the group of nearly 30 students in planting their own garden at the center. The students also had the chance to take in some birding activities while planting the garden.
This project is more than just planting flowers; it's about creating a beautiful habitat for butterflies and birds, educating ourselves about local ecosystems, and fostering a sense of community through environmental action.
Stay tuned for updates on our butterfly garden's progress! The club will return to the Center to tend to the garden once a month.
@lajoyaisd #EnvironmentalAwareness #LJISD
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Shoutout to our amazing school counselor, Ms. Jacqueline Garza!
It's National School Counseling Week, and we couldn't let the day pass without celebrating the incredible work you do for our students! We are so grateful for your dedication, compassion, and unwavering support. You make a difference in countless ways, and we appreciate you!
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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
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