🌟 Happy Friday, La Joya ISD! 🌟
September is Attendance Awareness Month!

Every day matters when it comes to learning and growing. 🌟
Students who attend regularly set the foundation for success in school, college, careers, and life.

Let’s rise to the challenge and make every day count! πŸ†
#AttendanceMatters #LJISDAchievingExcellence2030 #AttendanceChallenge
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🌟 ‘Feliz viernes, La Joya ISD! 🌟
Β‘Septiembre es el Mes de la ConcientizaciΓ³n sobre la Asistencia!

Cada día cuenta cuando se trata de aprender y crecer. 🌟
Los estudiantes que asisten con regularidad construyen la base para el Γ©xito en la escuela, la universidad, la carrera y la vida.

Β‘Aceptemos el reto y hagamos que cada dΓ­a cuente! πŸ†
#LaAsistenciaImporta #CadaDΓ­aCuenta #RetoDeAsistencia
19 days ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ“£BIG news for our future athletes‼️

La Joya ISD Athletics is teaming up with ACE Campuses – Juan N. Seguin Elementary & Evangelina Garza STEM Elementary – to bring structured after-school sports to students. πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰

πŸ€βš½πŸπŸˆβœ¨ Each day after school, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., students at both campuses can participate in basketball, volleyball, soccer and flag football. πŸ€βš½πŸπŸˆβœ¨

This initiative ensures our students thrive in a safe, positive, inclusive and enriching environment - that is how we Achieve Excellence Together! πŸŒŸπŸ’«

#LJISDAchievingExcellenceTogether2030 #LaJoyaISD #StudentSuccess
25 days ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ“£βœ¨ Adult Literacy Night – Digital Literacy Workshop! βœ¨πŸ“£

La Joya ISD Student, Family & Community Engagement proudly invites all parents and families from Seguin ACE Elementary to join us for an evening of learning and growth!

πŸ’» Activity: Digital Literacy Workshop
🎯 Theme: Building Practical Skills
πŸ“Œ Objective: Improve digital skills for real-life applications

πŸ“… Date: Thursday, September 18
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: Juan N. Seguin Elementary

Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your digital skills and gain tools that will help you in everyday life. Let’s learn together and build brighter futures for our families! 🌟

#LaJoyaISD #FamilyEngagement #DigitalLiteracy #AdultLiteracyNight
25 days ago, Juan N. Seguin Elementary
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πŸ“–βœ¨The September 2025 Issue of The Pack Connection is here! πŸŽ‰From our new Strategic Plan rollout πŸš€to celebrations across La Joya ISD 🎊, this edition is packed with stories of success, pride, and community. πŸ’™πŸΎDon't miss it! πŸ‘‡
πŸ‘‰Read The Pack Connection Here: https://5il.co/3p3yu
26 days ago, La Joya ISD
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🌟 LA JOYA ISD COMMUNITYβ€”ALL EYES ON US! 🌟

The La Joya High School Coyotes are in the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights Contest! πŸˆπŸ’‘

We need EVERY campus, EVERY family, EVERY fan to help light up the nation with Coyote Pride! 🐾❀️
πŸ‘‰ Post your pride using: #FN5GL #Sweepstakes #ljhscoyotes
πŸ‘‰ Tag: @tmobile + @lajoya_football + @ljhscoyotes

Together, let’s bring this WIN home for La Joya ISD & Coyote Country! πŸ”₯
27 days ago, La Joya ISD
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🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We're opening applications for the Superintendent’s Advisory Committees! πŸ—£οΈ
✨ Join us in shaping the future of La Joya ISD by sharing your voice and ideas. Let’s work together to create a stronger school community!
πŸ’ͺπŸ“š Apply now for one of the following committees:
βœ… Parent Advisory Committee
βœ… Student Advisory Committee
βœ… Educator Advisory Committee
Don't miss out! πŸ“² Visit www.lajoyaisd.com/committees to apply today! πŸš€
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🌟 ‘Noticias emocionantes! 🌟 ‘Estamos abriendo solicitudes para los Comités Asesores del la Superintendente!
πŸ—£οΈβœ¨ Únase a nosotros para dar forma al futuro de La Joya ISD compartiendo su voz e ideas. Β‘Trabajemos juntos para crear una comunidad escolar mΓ‘s fuerte!
πŸ’ͺπŸ“š Solicite ahora para uno de los siguientes comitΓ©s:
βœ… ComitΓ© Asesor de Padres
βœ… ComitΓ© Asesor de Estudiantes
βœ… ComitΓ© Asesor de Educadores
Β‘No se lo pierda!
πŸ“² Β‘Visite www.lajoyaisd.com/committees para presentar su solicitud hoy! πŸš€

about 1 month ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ“šβœ¨ Attendance matters at La Joya ISD‼️
Missing just a few days each month can add up to YEARS of lost learning by graduation. πŸ“–
Let’s show up, succeed, and make every day count! βœ…πŸŽ“
#LaJoyaISD #AttendanceMatters
about 1 month ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ‘–πŸŽ Jean Week is HERE at La Joya ISD! πŸŽ‰

From Aug. 25–29, our amazing staff can rock their jeans to celebrate Week 3 of Back to School! πŸ™Œβœ¨

It’s going to be an incredible year.

Thank you for all that you do for our students! πŸ’―πŸ’™

#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

about 2 months ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ“£ Big things are happening at La Joya ISD!

Our Achieving Excellence Together 2030 Strategic Plan was built by our community and for our community with input from over 5,500 voices πŸ’¬πŸ™Œ. Together, we’ve set a bold path to ensure every student is empowered, supported, and prepared for college, career, and life πŸŒŸπŸ“š

✨ Want to know more? Learn some quick facts about our plan and see how we’re shaping the future of La Joya ISD! πŸš€πŸ“–

πŸ‘‰ Check it out here: https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/la-joya-isd-strategic-plan
about 2 months ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ“£ It's official! La Joya ISD’s new Strategic Plan: Achieving Excellence Together 2030 is here!
This plan was built by our community and for our community through months of listening and learning:
βœ”οΈ Community-wide survey
βœ”οΈ 23 Town halls across the district
βœ”οΈ 24 Student, staff, and family advisory groups
βœ”οΈ Our first-ever Community Design Day!
Over 5,500 voices shaped this roadmap that will guide the future of our District for the next 5 years.

πŸ’‘ Explore the plan β†’ https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/la-joya-isd-strategic-plan
#AchievingExcellenceTogether2030 #EveryStudentEveryDayLJISD
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πŸ“£ Β‘Es oficial! Β‘Ya estΓ‘ aquΓ­ el nuevo Plan EstratΓ©gico de La Joya ISD: Logrando la Excelencia Juntos 2030!
Este plan fue creado por nuestra comunidad y para nuestra comunidad, despuΓ©s de meses de escuchar y aprender:
βœ”οΈ Encuesta comunitaria
βœ”οΈ 23 asambleas en todo el distrito
βœ”οΈ 24 grupos de asesorΓ­a con estudiantes, personal y familias
βœ”οΈ Β‘Nuestro primer DΓ­a de DiseΓ±o Comunitario!
MΓ‘s de 5,500 voces dieron forma a esta guΓ­a que dirigirΓ‘ el futuro de nuestro Distrito durante los prΓ³ximos 5 aΓ±os.
πŸ’‘ Explora el plan β†’ https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/la-joya-isd-strategic-plan
#LograndoLaExcelenciaJuntos2030 #CadaEstudianteCadaDΓ­aLJISD
about 2 months ago, La Joya ISD
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Dear Seguin Families,
🌟 Let’s start strong with great attendance! Instruction is from 7:30 AM–4:00 PMβ€”every minute counts. Please arrive early for drop-off to keep the line moving smoothly. Thank you for helping our Seguin Students have a safe, successful year!πŸ“šβœ¨

Estimadas familias de Seguin: 🌟 Β‘Comencemos con fuerza y con una asistencia excelente! Las clases son de 7:30 a.m. a 4:00 p.m.; cada minuto cuenta. Por favor, lleguen temprano para dejar a sus hijos y asΓ­ mantener la fila en movimiento. Β‘Gracias por ayudar a nuestros estudiantes de Seguin a tener un aΓ±o seguro y exitoso! πŸ“š
about 2 months ago, Juan N. Seguin Elementary

πŸ“’ Reminder β€” School Start & End Times ⏰
La Joya ISD families β€” here’s a quick reminder of start and end times for the 2025–2026 school year:

🏫 Elementary Schools: 7:35 AM – 3:05 PM
πŸ“˜ Middle Schools: 8:15 AM – 3:50 PM
πŸŽ“ High Schools: 8:35 AM – 4:30 PM
πŸŽ“ Jimmy Carter ECHS: 8:45 AM – 4:30 PM
⭐ ACE Campuses (Garza & Seguin): 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

πŸ’― Good attendance starts with being on time, every day β€” let’s make every minute count this school year! πŸš€πŸ“š
#LJISDBackToSchool #LJISDReady #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

about 2 months ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ“šβœ¨ Tomorrow’s the Day! βœ¨πŸ“š

La Joya ISD families β€” as we get ready to welcome students back, here’s a quick reminder of the start and end times for the 2025–2026 school year:

🏫 Elementary Schools: 7:35 AM – 3:05 PM
πŸ“˜ Middle Schools: 8:15 AM – 3:50 PM
πŸŽ“ High Schools: 8:35 AM – 4:30 PM
πŸŽ“ Jimmy Carter ECHS: 8:45 AM – 4:30 PM
⭐ ACE Campuses (Garza & Seguin): 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Let’s make it a great first day of learning and success! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ
#LJISDBackToSchool #LJISDReady #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
about 2 months ago, La Joya ISD
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🚍🚌 La Joya ISD Families β€” Important Transportation Update! 🚌🚍

βœ… All campus routes are now available on the Transportation District Webpage.
πŸ“Œ When enrolling or attending back-to-school events, verify your child’s bus route.
πŸ“‹ Complete & submit a Positive Exchange Form to your child’s campus (if not yet done for 2025–26) to receive a Bus Rider Tag for safe student drop-off.

For details & route info, visit: https://www.lajoyaisd.com/page/transportation
call (956) 323-2300.
#LJISDBackToSchool #LJISDTransportation
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🚍🚌 ‘Atención Familias de La Joya ISD!
‘Información importante del departamento de transporte escolar! 🚌🚍

βœ… Todas las rutas escolares estΓ‘n disponibles en la pΓ‘gina web del Departamento de Transporte.
πŸ“Œ Al inscribirse o asistir a los eventos de regreso a clases, verifique la ruta de autobΓΊs de su hijo(a).
πŸ“‹ Complete y entregue el Formulario de Intercambio Positivo en la escuela de su hijo(a) (si aΓΊn no lo ha hecho para el ciclo 2025–26) para recibir una Etiqueta de Pasajero para la entrega segura de estudiantes.

Para mΓ‘s informaciΓ³n y rutas, visite: https://www.lajoyaisd.com/page/transportation o llame al (956) 323-2300.
#LJISDRegresoAClases #LJISDTransporteEscolar

2 months ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ“’ New State Law Prompts Changes to Personal Communication Device Use in La Joya ISD

At the July 30, 2025 Board Meeting, La Joya ISD School Board approved a new district policy in alignment with Texas House Bill 1481, which requires school districts across the state to limit the use of personal communication devices during instructional hours.

πŸ“± What this means for our students:
Starting with the 2025–2026 school year, students in Pre-K through 12th grade will not be allowed to use cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, or similar electronic devices during the school dayβ€”from arrival to dismissal.

πŸ”’ Devices can still be brought to school, but they must be:
β€’ Turned off before entering the school building
β€’ Stored securely, either in backpacks, designated areas, or district-issued locking pouches (depending on grade level)
β€’ Left untouched until the end of the instructional day

πŸ“ Implementation will vary by campus level:
β€’ Elementary: Devices stored in backpacks or teacher-designated spaces
β€’ Middle & High School: Devices must be stored in district-provided locking pouches
β€’ HOPE and College & Career Center: No personal devices allowed on campus

⚠️ Progressive discipline will be used for violations, ranging from verbal warnings to device holds.
This policy is designed to minimize distractions and improve safety across our campuses, ensuring that students stay focused and engaged in learning.

Questions? Please reach out to your child’s school for support. For more information, please visit our website at www.lajoyaisd.com/page/cell-phone-policy

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πŸ“’ Nueva ley estatal genera cambios en el uso de dispositivos de comunicaciΓ³n personal en La Joya ISD
Durante la reuniΓ³n de la Mesa Directiva del 30 de julio de 2025, la Mesa Directiva de La Joya ISD aprobΓ³ una nueva polΓ­tica distrital conforme a la CΓ‘mara de Representantes de Texas, Proyecto de Ley 1481, la cual exige que todos los distritos escolares en el estado limiten el uso de dispositivos de comunicaciΓ³n personal durante el horario de clases.

πŸ“± ΒΏQuΓ© significa esto para nuestros estudiantes?
A partir del ciclo escolar 2025–2026, los estudiantes desde Pre-KΓ­nder hasta 12.ΒΊ grado no podrΓ‘n utilizar telΓ©fonos celulares, relojes inteligentes, audΓ­fonos u otros dispositivos electrΓ³nicos similares durante el dΓ­a escolar, desde la llegada hasta la salida.

πŸ”’ Se permitirΓ‘ traer dispositivos a la escuela, pero deberΓ‘n:
β€’ Estar apagados antes de entrar al edificio escolar
β€’ Estar guardados de manera segura, ya sea en mochilas, Γ‘reas designadas o en bolsas con seguro proporcionadas por el distrito (segΓΊn el nivel escolar)
β€’ No ser utilizados hasta el final del dΓ­a escolar

πŸ“ La implementaciΓ³n variarΓ‘ segΓΊn el nivel escolar:
β€’ Primaria: Los dispositivos se guardarΓ‘n en las mochilas o en espacios designados por el maestro
β€’ Secundaria y Preparatoria: Los dispositivos deberΓ‘n guardarse en bolsas con seguro proporcionadas por el distrito
β€’ HOPE y College & Career Center: No se permitirΓ‘ el uso ni la posesiΓ³n de dispositivos personales en el plantel

⚠️ Se aplicarÑ una disciplina progresiva en caso de violaciones, desde advertencias verbales hasta la retención temporal del dispositivo.

Esta polΓ­tica estΓ‘ diseΓ±ada para reducir distracciones y mejorar la seguridad en todos nuestros planteles, asegurando que los estudiantes se mantengan enfocados y participen activamente en su aprendizaje.

ΒΏPreguntas? ComunΓ­quese con la escuela de su hijo(a) para obtener ayuda. Para mΓ‘s informaciΓ³n, visite nuestro sitio web: www.lajoyaisd.com/page/cell-phone-policy

2 months ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸŽ‰βœ¨Welcome back, La Joya ISD Family!βœ¨πŸŽ‰

Welcome back to our incredible team of educators, staff, and support team! πŸ’ΌπŸŽπŸ’ͺ The 2025–2026 school year is off to a strong start, and we’re ready to give it our all, for our students, our campuses, and our community.

Let’s bring the energy, the teamwork, and the pride that makes La Joya ISD one of a kind! πŸ™Œβœ¨

Here’s to new goals, big wins, and a year full of purpose. Let’s make it count! πŸŽ―πŸšπŸ“šπŸŽ¨πŸ§ͺ

#LegacyOfExcellence #WeAreLaJoyaISD
2 months ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ“šβœ¨La Joya ISD's ACE Campuses are energized and eager to kick off an amazing school year!βœ¨πŸ“š

πŸ‘©β€πŸ’»πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’»This week, educators participated in several in-service days where they collaborated with one another as well as district leaders to analyze data πŸ“ˆ and create lesson plans πŸ‘©β€πŸ« that will ensure the 2025-26 school year continues La Joya ISD's legacy of excellence! πŸ“#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
2 months ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ“• πŸŽ‰ We’re excited to kick off the 2025–2026 school year at our ACE campuses, Juan N. Seguin Elementary and Evangelina Garza STEM Elementary! πŸ™Œ
The energy on both campuses is already incredible, and it’s clear our staff is all in for our students.

This week, teachers launched their professional learning sessions and had the chance to hear from Dr. Marcey Sorensen, Superintendent of Schools. Her message set the tone for a year rooted in purpose, passion, and student success. Let’s go, ACE teams! πŸŽ‰πŸ’ͺ🍎
#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
2 months ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ“’ We want to hear from you!
Take our quick survey about the updated requirements for student cell phone and personal communication devices under Texas House Bill 1481. Your input matters!

πŸ•’ It only takes 2 minutes.
πŸ“… Deadline: July 26, 2025
πŸ‘‰ Click here to participate: https://forms.gle/9A24NKwQpafxn8nNA
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πŸ“’ Β‘Queremos saber su opiniΓ³n!
Responde nuestra breve encuesta sobre los requisitos actualizados para el uso de telΓ©fonos celulares y dispositivos de comunicaciΓ³n personal segΓΊn la Ley HB 1481 de Texas. Β‘Su opiniΓ³n es importante!

πŸ•’ Solo te tomarΓ‘ 2 minutos.
πŸ“… Fecha lΓ­mite: 26 de julio de 2025
πŸ‘‰ Haz clic aquΓ­ para participar: https://forms.gle/9A24NKwQpafxn8nNA
3 months ago, La Joya ISD
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πŸ“± Just a reminder about House Bill 1481, a new state law effective starting the 2025–2026 school year. This law is designed to reduce distractions during class, support student learning, and keep classrooms safe and focused. It defines personal wireless communication devices as any cell phone, tablet, laptop, smartwatch, or similar device not issued by the school.

⚠️ Beginning next school year, student use of these devices will be prohibited during instructional time in all Texas public schools, including La Joya ISD. Our district is working on a plan that supports learning, minimizes distractions, and ensures safety.

πŸ“’ Stay tuned for important updates in the coming days and weeks!

πŸ“… July 23–25: We want to hear from you! A survey will be open for families, students, and staff to share input.

πŸ“‹ July 26–29: Our team will finalize district policies and procedures to comply with HB 1481.

🏫 July 30: The recommended policy will be presented to the school board for review and possible adoption.

πŸ“£ After July 30: Finalized procedures and expectations will be shared with families, and campuses will prepare for implementation.
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πŸ“± Un recordatorio sobre el Proyecto de Ley 1481, una nueva ley estatal que entrarΓ‘ en vigor a partir del ciclo escolar 2025–2026. Esta ley busca reducir las distracciones en clase, apoyar el aprendizaje de los estudiantes y mantener las aulas seguras y enfocadas. Define los dispositivos personales inalΓ‘mbricos como cualquier telΓ©fono celular, tableta, laptop, reloj inteligente o dispositivo similar que no sea emitido por la escuela.

⚠️ A partir del próximo ciclo escolar, el uso de estos dispositivos por parte de los estudiantes estarÑ prohibido durante el tiempo de instrucción en todas las escuelas públicas de Texas, incluyendo La Joya ISD. Nuestro distrito estÑ trabajando en un plan que apoye el aprendizaje, minimice distracciones y garantice la seguridad.

πŸ“’ Β‘MantΓ©nganse atentos a importantes actualizaciones en los prΓ³ximos dΓ­as y semanas!

πŸ“… 23–25 de julio: Β‘Queremos escuchar su opiniΓ³n! Tendremos una encuesta para familias, estudiantes y personal.

πŸ“‹ 26–29 de julio: Nuestro equipo finalizarΓ‘ las polΓ­ticas y procedimientos para cumplir con la ley HB 1481.

🏫 30 de julio: Las reglas recomendadas seran presentada a la mesa directiva para su revisión y posible adopción.

πŸ“£ DespuΓ©s del 30 de julio: Se compartirΓ‘n los procedimientos y expectativas finales con las familias, y las escuelas se prepararΓ‘n para su implementaciΓ³n.
3 months ago, La Joya ISD
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