
📢 La Joya ISD Stands with Our Families! 📢
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. 💙📚✨
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📢 ¡La Joya ISD Apoya a Nuestras Familias! 📢
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. 💙📚✨







Congratulations to Reynol Gonzalez Jr. for winning the January MyOn Library Challenge!
Way to go, Reynol, we are very proud of you!
#keeponreading


LDZMS Benchmark schedule.


LDZ Weekly Perfect Attendance Winners! 🎉






Help us celebrate our counselors by showing your appreciation!


Congratulations to the Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School 8th Grade Coyotes!
The Dark Team dominated with a 53-26 victory over Murphy Middle School, delivering a strong team performance.
The Light Team played hard the entire game but came up short. Their effort and determination continue to inspire.
Great job, Coyotes—let’s keep pushing forward!


Attention parents please read this important information below....
Thank You
Atención padres, por favor lean la siguiente información importante....
Gracias


🌟 La Joya ISD Stands for Student Support & Inclusion! 🌟
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. 💙📚Together, we create a school community where every student feels safe, valued, and supported.
📢 Read the letter below from our Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Marcey Sorensen, for more details.
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🌟 ¡La Joya ISD Apoya a Nuestros Estudiantes y Promueve la Inclusión! 🌟
En La Joya ISD, estamos comprometidos a garantizar un entorno de aprendizaje seguro, solidario e inclusivo para todos nuestros estudiantes. A medida que continúan las conversaciones nacionales sobre inmigración, seguimos dedicados a proteger, apoyar y guiar a nuestros estudiantes y sus familias. 💙📚
Juntos, creamos una comunidad escolar donde cada estudiante se sienta seguro, valorado y apoyado.
📢 Lea la carta a continuación de nuestra Superintendente Escolar, la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, para más detalles.



✨New Dates for La Joya ISD Strategic Planning Sessions! 🌟
📣✨ Join Us for La Joya ISD Strategic Planning Town Hall Meetings! ✨📣
Be part of shaping the future of our district! 🌟 These exciting sessions are your chance to share ideas, provide feedback, and create a visionary roadmap for excellence at La Joya ISD. Let’s work together to make a difference for every student! 💡💬
📌 Upcoming Sessions:
🎓 PK, PK3, and PK4 Parents/Families:
🗓️ Thursday, January 30th | 🕘 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | 📍 Central Office - La Joya Room
🏅 Athletics Parents/Families:
🗓️ Thursday, January 30th | 🕕 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | 📍 Central Office - Tabasco Room
🌈 Special Education Parents/Families:
🗓️ Tuesday, February 4th | 🕕 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | 📍 Central Office - Tabasco Room
🔧 Career & Technical Education (CTE) Parents/Families:
🗓️ Thursday, February 6th | 🕕 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | 📍 Central Office - Tabasco Room
📍 Locations: Central Office Administration Building, La Joya ISD
🌐 More Info: https://www.lajoyaisd.com/page/strategic-planning-25-26
💬 Your Voice Matters—Let’s work together to make La Joya ISD stronger than ever! 🌟 Don’t miss this chance to help shape the future! 🎉👏
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📣✨ ¡Únase a las Reuniones Comunitarias de Planificación Estratégica de La Joya ISD! ✨📣
¡Sea parte de dar forma al futuro de nuestro distrito! 🌟 Estas emocionantes sesiones son su oportunidad para compartir ideas, brindar comentarios y crear un plan visionario para la excelencia en La Joya ISD. ¡Trabajemos juntos para marcar la diferencia por cada estudiante! 💡💬
📌 Próximas Sesiones:
🎓 Padres/Familias de PK, PK3 y PK4:
🗓️ Jueves, 30 de enero | 🕘 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | 📍 Oficina Central - Salón La Joya
🏅 Padres/Familias de Atletismo:
🗓️ Jueves, 30 de enero | 🕕 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | 📍 Oficina Central - Salón Tabasco
🌈 Padres/Familias de Educación Especial:
🗓️ Martes, 4 de febrero | 🕕 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | 📍 Oficina Central - Salón Tabasco
🔧 Padres/Familias de Educación Técnica y Profesional (CTE):
🗓️ Jueves, 6 de febrero | 🕕 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | 📍 Oficina Central - Salón Tabasco
📍 Ubicaciónes: Oficina Central, La Joya ISD
🌐 Más Información: https://www.lajoyaisd.com/page/strategic-planning-25-26
💬 Su Voz Importa—¡Trabajemos juntos para hacer a La Joya ISD más fuerte que nunca! 🌟 ¡No se pierda esta oportunidad de ayudar a dar forma al futuro! 🎉👏


Big shoutout to our 7th-grade girls' soccer team for their hard-fought 1-0 victory against Memorial Middle School yesterday! The game-winning goal was scored by Seleste Ramos—way to shine on the field!


Congratulations to the Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School 8th Grade Coyotes!
The Light Team secured a hard-fought 35-28 victory against Memorial Middle School, showcasing great teamwork and determination.
The Dark Team came up short in their matchup, but let’s move forward and continue to improve.
Great job, Coyotes—keep working hard!


We are now accepting nominations for students to be tested for Gifted and Talented (GT) services. If you believe your child may qualify for GT, we encourage you to nominate them for testing!
To nominate your child, simply scan the QR code below, which will take you to the nomination form. The process is quick and easy.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. 💡✨


Due to the bad weather day our 100 Days of School will now be on Monday, January 27th


Daily Attendance Winners!



The Great Kindness Challenge


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. Let’s come together to celebrate this milestone with excitement and pride! 🎉📚
Additionally, join us for the Great Kindness Challenge Week from January 27–31! Each day will have a fun theme:
Monday: Winter Wear ❄️ 100 Days of School
Tuesday: Favorite Hat 🎩
Wednesday: Wear Tie-Dye 🎨
Thursday: Animal Print or Camouflage 🐾
Friday: Western Gear 🤠
Let’s make this week one to remember by spreading kindness and showing school spirit! 💙✨


🌬️ Stay Warm, La Joya ISD! 🌬️
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. Don’t forget—clothing must still follow district guidelines. Stay bundled up, La Joya ISD! 🧥🧣🧤
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🌬️ ¡Manténganse abrigados, La Joya ISD! 🌬️
Con este clima frío, se invita a los estudiantes y al personal a vestirse abrigados y cómodos. No se requerirá 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. ¡Abríguense bien, familia de La Joya ISD! 🧥🧣🧤


🌬️ Stay Warm, La Joya ISD! 🌬️
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. Don’t forget—clothing must still follow district guidelines. Stay bundled up, La Joya ISD! 🧥🧣🧤
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🌬️ ¡Manténganse abrigados, La Joya ISD! 🌬️
Con este clima frío, se invita a los estudiantes y al personal a vestirse abrigados y cómodos. No se requerirá 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. ¡Abríguense bien, familia de La Joya ISD! 🧥🧣🧤


📢 WEATHER UPDATE FOR JANUARY 22, 2025 📢
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)
➡️ 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!
💻 Visit www.lajoyaisd.com or follow us on social media for updates.
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📢 ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL CLIMA PARA EL 22 DE ENERO DE 2025 📢
Debido a las condiciones climáticas, La Joya ISD operará con un RETRASO DE DOS HORAS mañana, miércoles, 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 Académicas: 10:45 AM (El transporte comenzará a las 10:20 AM)
➡️ Nota importante: Las escuelas abrirán en su horario habitual para los padres que necesiten dejar a sus hijos más temprano. **Todo el personal deberá presentarse en su horario habitual.**
Gracias por su comprensión y continuo apoyo mientras priorizamos la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal. ¡Cuídense, familia de La Joya ISD!
💻 Visite www.lajoyaisd.com o síganos 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 estarán 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 requerirá su nombre y una identificación.

