π Attention, La Joya ISD Parents! π
Important updates regarding our transportation bus drop-off procedures for the remainder of the 2023-2024 academic school year.
Here's a quick overview of what you need to know:
π Elementary students must have an authorized adult present at the bus stop for release. πΈ
πMiddle and high school students may be dropped off without an adult present at the bus stop, provided they have completed our Drop-Off Parent Release Form and is on file at the school's main office.
π Drop-Off Parent Release Form can be found in our transportation website at www.lajoyaisd.com/transportation
*This form will now be included as part of our enrollment packet.
πRequests for deviations should be communicated in writing to campus administration, with a 5-day approval period. π
πPlease note that emergency changes to drop-off procedures will not be accommodated without written parental consent. π
Thank you in advance for all your cooperation and support! We're excited to work together to ensure the safety and well-being of our students here at La Joya ISD. πβ¨
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π Β‘AtenciΓ³n, padres de familia de La Joya ISD! π
Actualizaciones importantes de nuestro departamento de transporte sobre nuestros procedimientos de entrega de niΓ±os para el resto del aΓ±o escolar acadΓ©mico 2023-2024.
A continuaciΓ³n se ofrece una descripciΓ³n general rΓ‘pida de lo que necesita saber:
π Los estudiantes de primaria deben tener un adulto autorizado presente en la parada del autobΓΊs para su salida. πΈ
πLos estudiantes de secundaria y preparatoria pueden ser dejados sin un adulto presente en la parada del autobΓΊs, siempre que hayan completado nuestro Formulario de autorizaciΓ³n de entrega para padres y estΓ© archivado en la oficina principal de la escuela.
π El formulario de autorizaciΓ³n de entrega para padres se puede encontrar en nuestro sitio web de transporte en www.lajoyaisd.com/transportation
*Este formulario ahora se incluirΓ‘ como parte de nuestro paquete de inscripciΓ³n.
πLas solicitudes de desviaciones deberΓ‘n comunicarse por escrito a la administraciΓ³n de la escuela, con un plazo de aprobaciΓ³n de 5 dΓas. π
πTome en cuenta que no se realizarΓ‘n cambios de emergencia en los procedimientos de entrega sin el consentimiento escrito de los padres. π
Β‘Gracias de antemano por toda su cooperaciΓ³n y apoyo! Estamos entusiasmados de trabajar juntos para garantizar la seguridad y el bienestar de nuestros estudiantes aquΓ en La Joya ISD. πβ¨





La Joya ISD Celebrates Public School Volunteer Week!
We want to give a BIG THANK YOU to all the incredible volunteers who generously give their time and effort to support our students and educators. Your dedication and enthusiasm make a real difference in the lives of our students, and we truly appreciate your contributions. π π«β€οΈ
Β‘La Joya ISD celebra la Semana de los Voluntarios de las Escuelas PΓΊblicas!
Queremos agradecer a todos los increΓbles voluntarios que generosamente brindan su tiempo y esfuerzo para apoyar a nuestros estudiantes y educadores. Su dedicaciΓ³n y entusiasmo marcan una diferencia real en las vidas de nuestros estudiantes y realmente apreciamos sus contribuciones. ππ«β€οΈ

β οΈDISTRICT UPDATEβ οΈ: Important Notice: Transportation Procedure Communication
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β οΈACTUALIZACIΓN DEL DISTRITOβ οΈ : Aviso importante: comunicaciΓ³n sobre el procedimiento de transporte


π Today marks the beginning of STAAR testing! π Wishing all our incredible students the best of luck on their STAAR exams. Remember, youβve got this! πͺπ Let your hard work and determination shine bright. Good luck! π

Message from Dr. Marcey Sorensen, Superintendent of Schools:
π Tomorrow's the big day β STAAR testing begins! π
Wishing all our incredible students the BEST of luck! ππͺ You're ready to shine bright and show what you've got! ππ«
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Mensaje de la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, Superintendente de Escuelas:
MaΓ±ana es el gran dΓa: Β‘comienza los exΓ‘menes de STAAR! π Β‘Deseando a todos nuestros increΓbles estudiantes la MEJOR de las suertes! ππͺ Β‘EstΓ‘n listos para brillar! π


π Get ready for an extraordinary event! π We're putting safety first for our students and staff during the upcoming eclipse on April 8th. Elementary students will have a special indoor experience while secondary students can enjoy the eclipse with parental permission outdoors. Everyone will have the chance to witness the magic safely through a live-stream NASA feed! π
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π Β‘PrepΓ‘rate para un evento extraordinario! π Β‘La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal es nuestra prioridad durante el prΓ³ximo eclipse el 8 de abril! Los estudiantes de primaria tendrΓ‘n una experiencia especial en sus salones, mientras que los estudiantes de secundaria podrΓ‘n disfrutar del eclipse al aire libre con el permiso de los padres. Β‘Todos tendrΓ‘n la oportunidad de presenciar la magia de manera segura a travΓ©s de la transmisiΓ³n en vivo de NASA! π


πTesting season just got a whole lot comfier, Itβs Jean Week at La Joya ISD! π

Exciting News! π La Joya ISD is thrilled to announce that we are offering an exceptional Full Day Pre-K3 & Pre-K4 Program at all Elementary Schools! π«π« Our Pre-K program is designed to nurture early childhood development and ignite a passion for learning from the very start. Registration for the upcoming school year is now OPEN! π£ Don't miss outβENROLL TODAY and choose La Joya ISD for an enriching educational experience! βοΈπ To enroll, simply click on the link below: π Online Enrollment: https://www.lajoyaisd.com/enroll

π’ SUPERINTENDENT'S 60 DAY UPDATEπ
What an incredible 60 days it has been here at La Joya ISD! In just two months, Iβve had the privilege of immersing myself in our district and learning from each of you. Iβve met many more incredible individuals and witnessed firsthand the talent and dedication within our district. As I continue to engage with our staff, students, parents, and community members, Iβm reminded of the tremendous potential that exists within La Joya ISD. Our journey ahead is clearβwe have much work to do, but Iβm confident that with dedication and perseverance, we will build upon our existing strengths and strive for excellence. Transparency and sharing our learnings will remain paramount as we progress. I want to reassure you all that I am fully committed to advocating for our studentsβ success in every decision we make.Letβs stride hand in hand along this journey toward greatness, united in our pursuit of excellence!
Dr. Marcey Sorensen
Superintendent of Schools
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π’ ACTUALIZACIΓN DE 60 DΓAS DE LA SUPERINTENDENTEπ
Β‘QuΓ© increΓbles 60 dΓas han sido aquΓ en La Joya ISD! En solo dos meses, tuve el privilegio de sumergirme en nuestro distrito y aprender de cada uno de ustedes. He conocido a muchas mΓ‘s personas increΓbles y he sido testigo de primera mano del talento y la dedicaciΓ³n dentro de nuestro distrito. A medida que sigo interactuando con nuestro personal, estudiantes, padres y miembros de la comunidad, recuerdo el tremendo potencial que existe dentro de La Joya ISD. El camino que tenemos por delante es claro: tenemos mucho trabajo por hacer, pero confΓo en que, con dedicaciΓ³n y perseverancia, aprovecharemos nuestras fortalezas existentes y nos esforzaremos por alcanzar la excelencia. La transparencia y el intercambio de nuestros aprendizajes seguirΓ‘n siendo primordiales a medida que avancemos. Quiero asegurarles a todos que estoy totalmente comprometida a defender el Γ©xito de nuestros estudiantes en cada decisiΓ³n que tomemos. Β‘Caminemos de la mano en este viaje hacia la grandeza, unidos en nuestra bΓΊsqueda de la excelencia educativa!
Dra. Marcey Sorensen
Superintendente de Escuelas


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π The La Joya ISD 2024-2025 Approved District Calendar is now available! π Get ready for another fantastic academic year filled with learning and growth. Check out the calendar and start planning your year ahead! π

Be the top reader in your class and enjoy a scrumptious banana split!
Β‘SΓ© el mejor lector de tu clase y disfruta de un delicioso banana split!

π We are thrilled to announce that La Joya ISD has been honored as a 2024 NAMM Best Communities for Music Education recipient! πΆ This incredible achievement marks the 7th consecutive year that LJISD has been recognized with this prestigious award. π We are immensely proud of our dedicated students, passionate educators, and supportive community for their commitment to music education. Thank you for helping us create a thriving environment where the arts flourish at La Joya ISD! π΅π

Itβs National Assistant Principals Week! ππ©βπ«π¨βπ« We want to give a big shoutout to all the amazing assistant principals at La Joya ISD! Thank you for your commitment to our students' success! Your hard work and dedication make a difference in our schools every day. π«πͺπ #AssistantPrincipalWeek #APWeek24

π Don't miss out on the opportunity for your child to own a book from author Dr. Isaias Rodriguez.
π No se pierda la oportunidad de que su hijo/a tenga un libro del autor Dr. IsaΓas RodrΓguez.


Attention employees! π Take advantage of our enticing incentives for early resignation or retirement notices. πΌ
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Β‘AtenciΓ³n empleados! π Aprovechen nuestros atractivos incentivos para renuncias anticipadas o notificaciones de jubilaciΓ³n. πΌ


We still have townhall meetings coming up!! We value our community and your input, so don't worry if you can't make it β share your feedback via the link below. Let's shape our community together! π
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0HNuuXR0MIN5gg7OSAmNp2_V5EC8Fm8uhN5-l3--kmTFeLw/viewform?usp=send_form
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Β‘Aun tenemos prΓ³ximas reuniones comunitarias! Valoramos a nuestra comunidad y su opiniΓ³n, asΓ que no se preocupen si no pueden asistir; compartan sus comentarios a travΓ©s del enlace a continuaciΓ³n. Β‘Formemos nuestra comunidad juntos! π
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0HNuuXR0MIN5gg7OSAmNp2_V5EC8Fm8uhN5-l3--kmTFeLw/viewform?usp=send_form


π Welcome back from Spring Break, everyone! πΈ We hope you had a rejuvenating time off. As we dive back into the swing of things, don't forget about the important meetings happening this week. We have community meetings and teacher meetings scheduled to discuss the upcoming school calendar. Your input is invaluable, so be sure to join us! π
Let's make this week productive and inspiring together! π«
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π Β‘Bienvenidos a, todos! πΈ Esperamos que hayan tenido unas vacaciones de primavera excelentes. Al sumergirnos de nuevo en la rutina, no olviden las reuniones importantes que tendremos esta semana. Tenemos programadas reuniones comunitarias y reuniones de maestros para discutir el prΓ³ximo calendario escolar. Su opiniΓ³n es invaluable, Β‘asΓ que asegΓΊrense de asistir con nosotros! π
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πΌ Don't forget to join us today to support the La Joya ISD fundraiser at Panda Express in PeΓ±itas! 50% of all sales will be donated to La Joya ISD.
Don't forget to enter the code in the flyer below or bring a copy of the flyer to the restaurant to get the discount. Let's make a difference together! π
Code #370588


πΌπ Join us in supporting La Joya ISD! Visit Panda Express in PeΓ±itas tomorrow, March 7, 2024, for a fundraiser where 50% of all sales will be donated to La Joya ISD. Don't forget to enter the code provided in the flyer below or simply bring a copy of the flyer to the restaurant. Let's make a difference together! π


π’ Calling all parents! This meeting is specifically for parents of children identified with a disability in Special Education or the 504 program, who are currently enrolled in 8th to 12th grade. π
Topics Covered:
β’ Who is Texas Workforce Solutions-Vocational Rehabilitation Services
β’ What are Pre Employment Transition
Services?
β’ Benefits to student
β’ When and how to get started
β’ Meet your point of contact
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π’ Β‘AtenciΓ³n padres! Esta reuniΓ³n estΓ‘ especialmente diseΓ±ada para padres de niΓ±os identificados con una discapacidad en EducaciΓ³n Especial o en el programa 504, que actualmente estΓ‘n matriculados en 8ΒΊ a 12ΒΊ grado.π
Temas:
β’ ΒΏQuiΓ©n es Texas Workforce Solutions-Servicios de rehabilitaciΓ³n vocacional?
β’ ΒΏQuΓ© son los servicios de transiciΓ³n previos al empleo?
β’ Beneficios para el estudiante
β’ Cuando y como empezar
β’ Conozca a su punto de contacto


