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Happy National School Counseling Week to Ms. Joanna Garza! Thank you for all that you do for our students, community and staff!
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DISTRICT UPDATE
Letter from Dr. Marcey Sorensen, New Superintendent of Schools, La Joya ISD
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ACTUALIZACIĆN DEL DISTRITO Carta de la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, Nueva Superintendente de Escuelas, La Joya ISD
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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.
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š 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. š Together, we can make a difference and bring an end to human trafficking.
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š£ La Joya ISD, answer the call and unite with us in embracing the 2024 Itās Time Texas Community Challenge! š The Challenge is in full swing, running until March 3, 2024. šŖš¼šš¼āāļø 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! šāāļøš±
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Join us in our Greatest Kindness Challenge week activities!
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January 16, 2024
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January 15, 2024
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ā ļøWeather Update ā ļø / ā ļø ActualizaciĆ³n del Clima ā ļø
![Dear La Joya ISD Family, Due to upcoming inclement weather conditions and in consideration for the safety of our school community, La Joya ISD will have a regular day on Monday, January 15, 2024 and delayed starts on Tuesday, January 16 & Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Parents can drop-off students at the time they usually do. All staff will report at their regular time. Instructional time and bus pickup time for those days will be as follows: Schedule for Tuesday, January 16 & Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Bus Pickup Time Instructional Start Time Elementary: 9:00AM Elementary: 10:00AM Middle School: 9:45AM Middle School: 10:45AM High School: 10:15AM High School: 11:00AM All outdoor Athletic competitions and practices will be canceled for Tuesday, January 16 & Wednesday January 17, 2024. These outdoor activities will resume on Thursday, January 18, 2024. All indoor Athletic Events will proceed as scheduled. Tutoring and ACE afterschool programs will be canceled for those days as well. We will diligently monitor weather conditions over the next 48 hours to determine the appropriate timing for the resumption of normal operations at La Joya ISD. Kindly refer to our official social media channels, @lajoyaisd, and our district website, www.lajoyaisd.com, for the latest updates. We express our gratitude for your continued support as we strive to maintain the highest standards in providing a secure and conducive learning and working environment for our students and staff.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/la_joya_isd_ar/live_feed_image/image/6670018/large_1.jpg)
![Debido a las prĆ³ximas condiciones climĆ”ticas adversas y considerando la seguridad de nuestra comunidad escolar, La Joya ISD tendrĆ” un dĆa regular el lunes 15 de enero del 2024, y comenzarĆ” en un horario mĆ”s tarde el martes 16 de enero y miĆ©rcoles 17 de enero del 2024. Los padres pueden dejar a los estudiantes a la hora habitual. Todo el personal se presentarĆ” a su hora regular. El horario de clases y la recogida de autobuses para esos dĆas serĆ”n los siguientes: Horario para el martes 16 de enero y miĆ©rcoles 17 de enero del 2024 Hora de recogida de autobuses Hora de inicio de instrucciĆ³n Primaria: 9:00AM Primaria: 10:00AM Secundaria: 9:45AM Secundaria: 10:45AM Preparatoria: 10:15AM Preparatoria: 11:00AM Todas las competiciones y prĆ”cticas deportivas al aire libre se cancelarĆ”n para el martes 16 de enero y el miĆ©rcoles 17 de enero del 2024. Estas actividades al aire libre se reanudarĆ”n el jueves 18 de enero del 2024. Todos los eventos deportivos bajo techo continuarĆ”n segĆŗn lo programado. Las tutorĆas y los programas extracurriculares de ACE tambiĆ©n se cancelarĆ”n esos dĆas. Continuaremos monitoreando diligentemente las condiciones meteorolĆ³gicas durante las prĆ³ximas 48 horas para determinar el momento adecuado para la reanudaciĆ³n de las operaciones normales en La Joya ISD. Por favor, consulte nuestros canales oficiales de redes sociales, @lajoyaisd, y nuestro sitio web del distrito, www.lajoyaisd.com, para obtener las Ćŗltimas actualizaciones.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/la_joya_isd_ar/live_feed_image/image/6670019/large_2.jpg)
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ā ļøWeather Update ā ļø
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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ā ļø ActualizaciĆ³n del Clima ā ļø
La Joya ISD estĆ” monitoreando de cerca las condiciones de frĆo que se esperan para la prĆ³xima semana. Tomaremos decisiones sobre un posible retraso o cierre escolar a medida que recopilemos informaciĆ³n adicional. Las clases continuarĆ”n segĆŗn 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 comunicaciĆ³n locales para conocer cambios en nuestro horario operativo normal del distrito.
![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.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/la_joya_isd_ar/live_feed_image/image/6664295/large_Weather_Update.jpg)
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šāØ 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! š«š 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. šš Let's express our gratitude to these community leaders who tirelessly work for the betterment of our schools! šš #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth
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La Joya ISD wishes our incredible family a joyful holiday break! š Our offices and campuses will be closed from Monday, December 18, 2023 - Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
š Staff returns on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. š
š Students return on Monday, January 8, 2024. š
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š£Just a Friendly Reminder!
No early release on Friday, December 15, 2023. Students have a regular school day.
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šAttention La Joya ISD Communityš
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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š AtenciĆ³n Comunidad de La Joya ISD š
Esperamos que este mensaje le encuentre bien. Queremos informarle que el Departamento de Seguridad PĆŗblica (DPS) llevarĆ” 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 llevarĆ”n a cabo de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m. en esos dĆas.
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 mĆ”s altos estĆ”ndares de seguridad pĆŗblica.
El entrenamiento estĆ” cuidadosamente planificado para garantizar la mĆnima interrupciĆ³n en la comunidad, y se tomarĆ”n todas las precauciones necesarias para garantizar la seguridad de los residentes. Agradecemos de antemano su comprensiĆ³n y cooperaciĆ³n durante este perĆodo.
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 comprensiĆ³n y apoyo continuo.
![šAttention La Joya ISD Communityš 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. ************************************************* š AtenciĆ³n Comunidad de La Joya ISD š Esperamos que este mensaje le encuentre bien. Queremos informarle que el Departamento de Seguridad PĆŗblica (DPS) llevarĆ” 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 llevarĆ”n a cabo de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m. en esos dĆas. 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 mĆ”s altos estĆ”ndares de seguridad pĆŗblica. El entrenamiento estĆ” cuidadosamente planificado para garantizar la mĆnima interrupciĆ³n en la comunidad, y se tomarĆ”n todas las precauciones necesarias para garantizar la seguridad de los residentes. Agradecemos de antemano su comprensiĆ³n y cooperaciĆ³n durante este perĆodo. 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 comprensiĆ³n y apoyo continuo.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/la_joya_isd_ar/live_feed_image/image/6319374/large_Attention_Important_Notice_Yellow_Urban_Instagram_Story-3.jpg)
![šAttention La Joya ISD Communityš 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. ************************************************* š AtenciĆ³n Comunidad de La Joya ISD š Esperamos que este mensaje le encuentre bien. Queremos informarle que el Departamento de Seguridad PĆŗblica (DPS) llevarĆ” 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 llevarĆ”n a cabo de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m. en esos dĆas. 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 mĆ”s altos estĆ”ndares de seguridad pĆŗblica. El entrenamiento estĆ” cuidadosamente planificado para garantizar la mĆnima interrupciĆ³n en la comunidad, y se tomarĆ”n todas las precauciones necesarias para garantizar la seguridad de los residentes. Agradecemos de antemano su comprensiĆ³n y cooperaciĆ³n durante este perĆodo. 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 comprensiĆ³n y apoyo continuo.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/la_joya_isd_ar/live_feed_image/image/6319375/large_Attention_Important_Notice_Yellow_Urban_Instagram_Story.jpg)
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12 Days of Christmas/12 DĆas de Navidada
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Enjoy your Thanksgiving Break La Joya ISD Family!! š¦ š
All classes resume on Monday, November 27, 2023.
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ā° Friendly Reminder! There will be NO CLASSES on Friday, November 17, 2023.
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Join us at La Joya ISD Tree Lighting Ceremony!
š: Thursday, November 30, 2023
ā°: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
š: La Joya ISD Central Office Administration Building
It's a free community event! š
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Letās celebrate World Kindness Day and make the world a brighter place. āØš¤Remember, even a small act of kindness can brighten someoneās day and make a difference in their lives. #WorldKindnessDay š
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La Joya ISD celebrates American Education WeekāNov. 13 - 17, 2023. āØ
Join us as we celebrate public education and honor ALL La Joya ISD employees who are making a difference in ensuring that every child receives a quality education. šš
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