
šāØ Happy Read Across America Day! šš
Today, we celebrate the joy of reading and the magic of books! šš« Let's inspire a love for stories and imagination in every student!
š„ Reminder: Our Read Across America Dr. Seuss Week is packed with fun activities! š©š§¦š
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Here's what's coming up:
š¹ Monday, March 3 ā "Fox in Socks" Day! š¦š§¦ Wear your favorite crazy socks!
š¹ Tuesday, March 4 ā "Cat in the Hat" Day! š©š± Wear your favorite hat or Cat in the Hat attire!
š¹ Wednesday, March 5 ā "Oh, The Places You'll Go" Day! šš Wear your favorite college or team shirt!
š¹ Thursday, March 6 ā "Green Eggs & Ham" Day! š³š Wear your favorite shade of green!
Letās make this week Seusstastic and celebrate the power of reading together! šā¤ļøš #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence #drseussweek



š Happy Texas Independence Day! šØš±ā Today, we celebrate the rich history, pride, and resilience of the Lone Star State! šš¤ā¤ļø #TexasIndependenceDay #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence


š March is National Athletic Training Month! š
A HUGE thank you to our incredible La Joya ISD Athletic Trainers for their dedication, expertise, and commitment to keeping our student-athletes safe and strong! šŖāļø Whether on the sidelines, in the training room, or behind the scenes, you are truly Champions in Health Care! šš½šš½
#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence


š Hello, March! šš
La Joya ISD is buzzing with excitement this month! Get ready for incredible events, celebrations, and opportunities to connect. Mark your calendars because next week, weāre kicking off our La Joya Future Ready Learning Summits! š«āØ
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Summit Dates:
š Elementary School Summit ā March 3 | 5:30-7:00 PM
š Middle School Summit ā March 4 | 6:00-7:30 PM
š High School Summit ā March 6 | 6:00-7:30 PM
And donāt forgetāNO CLASSES for students on March 7! š
Spring Break is just around the corner from March 17-21 š¼āļø Take this time to recharge, spend time with loved ones, and come back ready to finish the school year strong! Letās make March a month of success and celebration! šš #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence


We are proud to celebrate two of our incredible educators, Ms. Barrientos and Ms. Arias, who have earned their Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) designation! š Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to student success have been recognized through a process that requires extensive documentation and evaluation.
This honor reflects the passion they bring to the classroom every day, inspiring and empowering our scholars. Their achievement is a testament to the excellence we strive for at La Joya Early College High School.
Join us in celebrating Ms. Barrientos and Ms. Arias on this well-deserved recognition! šš #LegacyOfExcellence #TIARecognized #ExcellenceInEducation






#FlashbackFriday to Mu Alpha Theta members leaving a legacy by painting Coyote paws in front of the school! šØš¾ A lasting mark of school pride and spirit for future Coyotes to enjoy!



š¢ REMINDER! š¢
š©āš« Elementary Parents ā Join us this Thursday for a Strategic Planning Town Hall Meeting focused on elementary schools! š«āØ
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Thursday, Feb. 27
ā° 6:00 ā 7:30 PM
š La Joya ISD Central Office ā Tabasco Room (200 W. Expwy 83, La Joya, TX)
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Save the Dates for Upcoming Meetings!
š High School Parents ā Monday, March 10 | 5:30 ā 7:00 PM
š« Middle School Parents ā Tuesday, March 25 | 5:30 ā 7:00 PM
š Location: La Joya Central Office ā Tabasco Room
Letās build a brighter future together! š”āØ


šāØ Join Us for the La Joya ISD Future Ready Learning Summit! āØ
Weāre celebrating Texas Public Schools Week with events focused on student success and achievement! Donāt miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn about summer programs, review student progress, and get ready for the rest of the school year!
šļø Mark your calendars!
š
Elementary School Summit ā Monday, March 3, 2025
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Middle School Summit ā Tuesday, March 4, 2025
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High School Summit ā Thursday, March 6, 2025
Get involved, stay informed, and celebrate the dedication of our students and educators! š”š
#TXPublicSchoolsWeek #ljisdlegacyofexcellence
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šāØ Ā”Ćnete a la Cumbre de Aprendizaje Listos para el Futuro de La Joya ISD! āØ
”Celebramos la Semana de las Escuelas Públicas de Texas con eventos enfocados en el éxito y los logros de nuestros estudiantes! No te pierdas esta emocionante oportunidad para conocer los programas de verano, revisar el progreso de los estudiantes y prepararte para el resto del año escolar.
šļø Ā”Marca tu calendario!
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Exposición de Escuelas Primarias ā lunes, 3 de marzo de 2025
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Exposición de Escuelas Secundarias ā martes, 4 de marzo de 2025
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Exposición de Escuelas Preparatorias ā jueves, 6 de marzo de 2025
Ā”InvolĆŗcrate, mantente informado y celebra el esfuerzo de nuestros estudiantes y educadores! š”š #ljisdlegacyofexcellence #SemanaEscuelasPĆŗblicasTX



š¢ REMINDER! š¢
š©āš« Elementary Parents ā Join us this Thursday for a Strategic Planning Town Hall Meeting focused on elementary schools! š«āØ
š
Thursday, Feb. 27
ā° 6:00 ā 7:30 PM
š La Joya ISD Central Office ā Tabasco Room (200 W. Expwy 83, La Joya, TX)
š
Save the Dates for Upcoming Meetings!
š High School Parents ā Monday, March 10 | 5:30 ā 7:00 PM
š« Middle School Parents ā Tuesday, March 25 | 5:30 ā 7:00 PM
š Location: La Joya Central Office ā Tabasco Room
Letās build a brighter future together! š”āØ


š£ Attention La Joya ISD Community! šØ
Your voice matters! Help shape the future of La Joya ISD by completing the Strategic Planning Survey today! šāØ
š Share your thoughts, priorities, and ideas to guide our district toward success. Together, we can create a brighter future for our students and community! š”š
ā³ The survey closes on February 28ādonāt miss your chance to be heard!
š Scan the QR code or click the link to participate today:
https://lajoyaisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bwIUIud5l0sdexE?Q_CHL=qr
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š£ Ā”Atención Comunidad de La Joya ISD! šØ
Ā”Tu voz es importante! AyĆŗdanos a dar forma al futuro de La Joya ISD completando la Encuesta de Planificación EstratĆ©gica hoy mismo. šāØ
š Comparte tus ideas, prioridades y sugerencias para guiar a nuestro distrito hacia el Ć©xito. Ā”Juntos, podemos crear un futuro mĆ”s brillante para nuestros estudiantes y comunidad! š”
ā³ La encuesta cierra el 28 de febreroāĀ”no pierdas la oportunidad de hacerte escuchar!
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



š¢ REMINDER FOR STAFF! š¢
Donāt forget to sign up for EMPOWERED: LEARN. ELEVATE. ENGAGE ā dynamic, hands-on professional learning sessions designed to elevate your skills! šš”
Join us on:
March 7, 2025
Compensation is available for eligible participants!
šFor a full list of professional development sessions and to sign up,
click the link below: https://apps.esc1.net/professionaldevelopment/LJISD
We are excited to support your continued commitment to professional growth at La Joya ISD! š


#FlashbackFriday to the behind-the-scenes moments at the Class of 2023 senior group photo shoot šøāØ

Texas Education Agency Deputy Commissioner Dr. Shannon Trejo Visits La Joya ISD! šāØ
Dr. Trejo met with our principals to discuss curriculum implementations that drive student success and elevate academic excellence. Her visit highlights La Joya ISDās commitment to innovative learning and high-quality instruction! šš #LegacyOfExcellence











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
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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”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



š Strategic Planning in Action! šÆāØ
Superintendent Dr. Marcey Sorensen had an energizing & successful strategic planning session with our elementary and high school educators! šš Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation and shared powerful insights to help shape the future of La Joya ISD! š”š„
š¢šØREMINDER šØ: Middle School Educatorsāit's your turn! Join us TODAY from 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM at the La Joya ISD Administration Building - Tabasco Room! š« Your voice matters, and we can't wait to hear your ideas! š¤š¬
Letās work together to make a difference! šŖā¤ļø #LJISDStrategicPlanning #ljisdlegacyofexcellence


š¬ La Joya ISD Wants YOUR Feedback! š¢
Weāre calling on staff, parents, and our community to help shape the 2025-2026 school calendar and school start & end times! šļøā°
⨠Two options. One important decision. Your input makes a difference! ā
š³ļø Input Window:
š
Monday, February 17 ā Friday, March 7, 2025
š¢ VOTE NOW! Scan the QR code or click the link below to submit your input! ā¬ļø
š https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeiW02npUxKBni-Va_hTreyBmI6HdgA-7djZ6TZ0T5JLoC3tg/viewform?usp=sharing
Your voice matters! Letās build the future of La Joya ISD together! š
#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence


šāØ Join Us for the La Joya ISD Future Ready Learning Summit! āØš
Weāre celebrating Texas Public Schools Week with events focused on student success and achievement! Donāt miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn about summer programs, review student progress, and get ready for the rest of the school year!
šļø Mark your calendars!
š
Elementary School Summit ā Monday, March 3, 2025
š
Middle School Summit ā Tuesday, March 4, 2025
š
High School Summit ā Thursday, March 6, 2025
Get involved, stay informed, and celebrate the dedication of our students and educators! š”š
#TXPublicSchoolsWeek #ljisdlegacyofexcellence
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šāØ Ā”Ćnete a la Cumbre de Aprendizaje Listos para el Futuro de La Joya ISD! āØš
”Celebramos la Semana de las Escuelas Públicas de Texas con eventos enfocados en el éxito y los logros de nuestros estudiantes! No te pierdas esta emocionante oportunidad para conocer los programas de verano, revisar el progreso de los estudiantes y prepararte para el resto del año escolar.
šļø Ā”Marca tu calendario!
š
Exposición de Escuelas Primarias ā lunes, 3 de marzo de 2025
š
Exposición de Escuelas Secundarias ā martes, 4 de marzo de 2025
š
Exposición de Escuelas Preparatorias ā jueves, 6 de marzo de 2025
Ā”InvolĆŗcrate, mantente informado y celebra el esfuerzo de nuestros estudiantes y educadores! š”š #ljisdlegacyofexcellence #SemanaEscuelasPĆŗblicasTX



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 ***************************************************
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



Check-In With Friends: A simple check-in with a friend can improve your mood and theirs. š¬ Source: Harvard University


š£ Your Voice Matters! š£
Join us for the upcoming La Joya ISD Strategic Planning Town Hall Meetings and help shape the future of our district! š«āØ
š
Save the Dates:
š§āš« Educators
Elementary: Feb. 18, 3:45 PM ā 5:00 PM
High School: Feb. 18, 5:15 PM ā 6:30 PM
Middle School: Feb. 19, 4:30 PM ā 6:00 PM
š La Joya ISD Central Office ā Tabasco Room (200 W. Expressway 83 La Joya TX 78560)
šØāš©āš§āš¦ Parents
Elementary: Feb. 27, 6:00 PM ā 7:30 PM
High School: Mar. 10, 5:30 PM ā 7:00 PM
Middle School: Mar. 25, 5:30 PM ā 7:00 PM
š La Joya ISD Central Office ā Tabasco Room (200 W. Expressway 83 La Joya TX 78560)
š¬ Letās build a brighter future for our students together!
