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π Get ready for an exciting month at La Joya ISD! November is packed with activities, special events, and opportunities to celebrate learning and community! π From Professional Learning Day and STEM/STEAM Day to honoring Veterans Day and participating in American Education Week, thereβs something for everyone. Plus, donβt forget to vote on Election Day, and enjoy a well-deserved Thanksgiving Break at the end of the month! π¦β¨ Check out the calendar and mark your dates!

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ππ October is National PRINCIPALS MONTH! πβ¨
Throughout this month, weβll be spotlighting our incredible principals who work tirelessly to ensure student success! ππ
Today, weβre excited to honor two amazing leaders at La Joya ISD:
π« Mr. Juan Olvera, Principal at Sam Fordyce Elementary
π« Mrs. Cynthia Salinas, Principal at Emiliano Zapata Elementary
π« Mr. Alejandro Carranzal, Principal at Juan N. Seguin Elementary
π« Ms. Dulce Diaz, Principal at Enrique Camarena Elementary
Thank you principals for your dedication, leadership, and passion! ππ Your commitment to excellence makes a world of difference for our students and community! β€οΈπ©Ά
#LegacyOfExcellence




πβ¨ Exciting News at La Joya ISD! Weβre proud to announce the formation of our Superintendentβs Advisory Committees! πππ¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦π
These four powerful committees are made up of dedicated students, engaged parents, passionate educators, and our committed principalsβall coming together to collaborate and shape the bright future of our district! ππ
Together, theyβll work on exciting initiatives to ensure every voice is heard and that La Joya ISD continues to thrive for our entire community! ππ«
#LegacyOfExcellence

π£ ATTENTION LA JOYA ISD STAFF π£
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Save the Date! π
La Joya ISD invites you to participate in Empowered: Learn. Elevate. Engage
Dynamic, hands-on professional learning sessions designed to inspire and elevate your skills! ππ‘
Join us on:
November 1, 2024
January 6, 2025
March 7, 2025
π° Compensation is available for eligible participants! π
For a full list of professional development sessions and to sign up,
click the link below: https://apps.esc1.net/professionaldevelopment/LJISD

ππΈοΈ Get ready for a spooktacular night at La Joya ISDβs Halloween Centennial Night! π»β¨ Bring your ghosts, goblins, witches, and wizards to enjoy a night filled with chills and thrills. Donβt miss out on the fang-tastic fun! π§ββοΈπ
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October 29, 2024
π 6:00 PM
π Nellie Schunior Courtyard, 200 W. Expy 83, La Joya, TX 78560
Costumes are encouraged! See you there... if you dare! π¦π #LegacyOfExcellence

πβ¨ We had our first Centennial Celebration Committee meeting and it was a blast! ππ Together, weβre planning incredible celebrations to honor the rich history and legacy of La Joya ISD! ππ Get ready, amazing centennial events are in the works, and we canβt wait to share them with our community! ππ #LegacyOfExcellence
ππ We had our first Parental Advisory Committee Meeting at La Joya ISD, and it was a huge success! ππ¬ Parents, thank you for your valuable input and for being part of this exciting journey to strengthen our schools and support our students! π«β¨ Together, weβre building a brighter future! π
#LegacyOfExcellence
π
Save the Date! π
La Joya ISD invites you to participate in Empowered: Learn. Elevate. Engage
Dynamic, hands-on professional learning sessions designed to inspire and elevate your skills! ππ‘
Join us on:
November 1, 2024
January 6, 2025
March 7, 2025
π° Compensation is available for eligible participants! π
For 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! π



ππΈοΈ Get ready for a spooktacular night at La Joya ISDβs Halloween Centennial Night! π»β¨ Bring your ghosts, goblins, witches, and wizards to enjoy a night filled with chills and thrills. Donβt miss out on the fang-tastic fun! π§ββοΈπ
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October 29, 2024
π 6:00 PM
π Nellie Schunior Courtyard, 200 W. Expy 83, La Joya, TX 78560
Costumes are encouraged! See you there... if you dare! π¦π #HalloweenCentennialNight

β°Friendly Reminder! NO CLASSES!
Students and staff will be off on Friday, October 11th, and on Monday, October 14 for Fall Holiday, and Bad Weather Day.
Classes and La Joya ISD offices will resume on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

ππ JEAN WEEK is HERE! ππ
La Joya ISD, itβs time to DENIM UP and dive into the fall spirit from October 7th - 11th! πβ¨ Rock your jeans, sip that pumpkin spice, and feel all the cozy vibes! This week is for ALL employees, and weβre proudly standing together for Anti-Bullying Week! πποΈ
Letβs celebrate in style, unity, and comfort! Ready, set, JEANS!
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ππ Β‘SEMANA DE JEANS YA ESTΓ AQUΓ! ππ
Β‘La Joya ISD, es hora de PONERSE LOS JEANS y sumergirse en el espΓritu otoΓ±al del 7 al 11 de octubre! πβ¨ Ponte tus jeans, disfruta de tu pumpkin spice y siente todas las vibras acogedoras del otoΓ±o. Β‘Esta semana es para TODOS los empleados, y estamos orgullosos de unirnos para la Semana Contra el Bullying! πποΈ
Β‘Celebremos con estilo, unidad y comodidad! Β‘Listos, preparados, JEANS! ππ₯

π Thank You for Making Our Breast Cancer Awareness Walk a Huge Success! π
We walked, we supported, and we made a difference! ππ A big THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for our Century of Community Support event. Your presence and energy helped raise awareness and brought us one step closer to a cure. πͺποΈ
Check out the amazing pictures from the walk! πΈβ¨ We couldn't have done it without your love and support. Together, we're stronger! π #CommunityStrong
πΈ Letβs keep the momentum going and continue spreading hope! πΈ #ThankYou #WalkingForACure #LaJoyaISD100
Full Photo Album : https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=lajoyaisd&set=a.933492922142035
πβ¨ Happy World Teachersβ Day! ππ
Today, we celebrate the amazing educators at La Joya ISD! ππ Your dedication and passion make a profound impact on our studentsβ lives every day.
Thank you for inspiring and shaping the future with your hard work and commitment. You truly make a difference! β€οΈβ¨
#LegacyOfExcellence

Just a reminder that our Breast Cancer Awareness Walk event is tomorrow:
π Join Us for a Century of Community Support! π
Breast Cancer Awareness Walk β Walking Together for a Cure! ππ
π Date: October 5, 2024
π Location: La Joya ISD Pack Stadium, 221 N. Stadium Dr., La Joya, TX
β° Time: Starts at 8:00 AM
Be a part of something special and help raise awareness, show support, and make a difference in the fight against cancer. πͺποΈ
Together, we can spread hope and inspire change! πΈβ¨
Letβs walk for a cure! ππ Donβt forget to wear pink and bring your energy!

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π’ Attention La Joya ISD community! π’
ValleyCentral CBS 4 News Rio Grande Valley is celebrating the incredible teachers in our area, and we need your help to recognize them! π From October 1, 2024, to March 11, 2025, two educators will be selected each month to receive the prestigious Golden Apple Award πβ¨ and be featured in their newscasts. Teachers have been the foundation of our success and future, and we are proud to honor their dedication. π©βπ«π¨βπ«
πβ¨If you know a teacher who deserves this recognition, please take a moment to submit their name using the form below. Letβs come together to celebrate the outstanding educators of La Joya ISD! π
https://www.valleycentral.com/valleycentrals-golden-apple-award/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFpRQ1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHZG0W8rQZspTougUomIGGU9a7ItnHOEoqEA2KvOTE-38rrM7Mby0mGALlA_aem_4HGxe9Lf6GR4kXf8UN1AFQ#/gallery/

Get ready, La Joya ISD! ππ Our Annual Pink Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness is happening on October 5th at 8 AM at the La Joya ISD Pack Stadium! πͺπ Letβs come together, wear our pink, and show support for those impacted by breast cancer! πΈβ¨ Itβs going to be an inspiring morning of unity and strength. Donβt miss outβletβs walk for a cause! ππ #PinkWalk

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π Exciting News! π
We're opening applications for the Superintendentβs Advisory Committees! π£οΈβ¨
Join us in shaping the future of La Joya ISD by sharing your voice and ideas. Letβs work together to create a stronger school community! πͺπ
Apply now for one of the following committees:
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Parent Advisory Committee
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Student Advisory Committee
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Educator Advisory Committee
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Auxiliary Advisory Committee
Don't miss out! π² Visit www.lajoyaisd.com/committees to apply today! π
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π Β‘Noticias emocionantes! π
Β‘Estamos abriendo solicitudes para los ComitΓ©s Asesores del Superintendente! π£οΈβ¨
Γnase 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! πͺπ
Solicite ahora para uno de los siguientes comitΓ©s:
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ComitΓ© Asesor de Padres
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ComitΓ© Asesor de Estudiantes
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ComitΓ© Asesor de Educadores
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ComitΓ© Asesor Auxiliar
Β‘No se lo pierda! π² Β‘Visite www.lajoyaisd.com/committees para presentar su solicitud hoy! π

