La Joya ISD will be taking a little break to observe spring break from March 11-15. Classes will resume their normal schedule on Monday, March 18.
Administrative offices and all campuses will be closed Monday through Friday, March 11-15. Have a safe spring break!
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La Joya ISD observarΓ‘ las vacaciones de primavera del 11 al 15 de marzo. Las clases reanudarΓ‘n su horario normal el lunes 18 de marzo.
Las oficinas administrativas y todas las escuelas estarΓ‘n cerradas de lunes a viernes, del 11 al 15 de marzo.

π’ Friendly Reminder! Join Us for Open House!
Middle Schools -Monday, March 4, 2024 @ 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Elementary Schools - Wednesday, March 6, 2024 @ 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
High Schools -Thursday, March 7, 2024 @ 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

π Congratulations to our DISTRICT MEET CHAMPIONS! π


ποΈ Beach Bash Dance ποΈ


π’ SUPERINTENDENT'S 30 DAY UPDATEπ
What an incredible 30 days it has been here at La Joya ISD! In such a short period of time, Iβve had the privilege of learning so much and meeting many of you. Iβm eager to continue meeting the rest of our amazing staff, students, parents, and community members. I have discovered that we have wonderfully talented and dedicated students and educators here in La Joya ISD and that we have a lot of work ahead of us. I have no doubt that with dedication and hard work, we will ensure our district builds on the strong foundations that already exist in order to exemplify excellence and continue to share out what we learn, transparently. Rest assured; I am committed to working tirelessly every day to ensure the success of our students is at the forefront of all of our decision-making processes. Letβs continue this journey together towards greatness!
Dr. Marcey Sorensen
Superintendent of Schools
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π’ ACTUALIZACIΓN DE 30 DΓAS DE LA SUPERINTENDENTEπ
Β‘QuΓ© increΓbles 30 dΓas han sido aquΓ en La Joya ISD! En tan poco tiempo, he tenido el privilegio de aprender mucho y conocer a muchos de ustedes. Estoy ansioso por seguir conociendo al resto de nuestro increΓble personal, estudiantes, padres y miembros de la comunidad. He descubierto que tenemos estudiantes y educadores maravillosamente talentosos y dedicados aquΓ en La Joya ISD y que tenemos mucho trabajo por delante. No tengo ninguna duda de que con dedicaciΓ³n y trabajo duro, aseguraremos que nuestro distrito se base en las bases sΓ³lidas que ya existen para ejemplificar la excelencia y continuar compartiendo lo que aprendemos de manera transparente. EstΓ‘ seguro; Estoy comprometido a trabajar incansablemente todos los dΓas para garantizar que el Γ©xito de nuestros estudiantes estΓ© al frente de todos nuestros procesos de toma de decisiones. Β‘Continuemos este viaje juntos hacia la grandeza!
Dra. Marcey Sorensen
Superintendente de Escuelas


La Joya ISD Celebrates Texas Public Schools Week
March 4 - March 8. Successfully Educating all Students!!
Join Us for Open House!
Middle Schools -Monday, March 4, 2024 @ 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Elementary Schools - Wednesday, March 6, 2024 @ 6:00PM - 7:30PM
High Schools -Thursday, March 7, 2024 @ 6:00PM - 7:30PM

Dr. Seuss Week


Congratulations to our grand prize winner, 5th grader Sebastian Luevano for winning Love Your Library Contest. 2nd place winner is 4th grader Marco Solis. Way to go!


Message from the principal:

Students at Seguin Elementary celebrated Digital Learning Day by using digital tools such as FlipGrid, Nearpod, MackinVia, Jamboard, ChatterKid, and other digital programs that enhance student learning.





β οΈDISTRICT UPDATE β οΈ
La JoyaΒ ISD initiated a lockdown at 8:22 a.m. following a notification from the La Joya Police Department regarding an unauthorized presence on the premises of the La Joya ISD transportation building. Our Chief of Police immediately coordinated with the City of La Joya to identify any potential intruders and ensure the security of La Joya ISD campuses, including La Joya High School, Thelma Salinas STEM High School, Jimmy Carter Early College, CCC, Academic Health Science Profession, Hope, and La Joya ISD Central Office. Once all areas were confirmed secure, the lockdown was lifted at 8:50 a.m. We will continue to assure you that the safety and well-being of all La Joya ISD students and staff are of utmost importance to us.
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β οΈACTUALIZACIΓN DEL DISTRITO β οΈ
La Joya ISD iniciΓ³ un cierre a las 8:22 a. m. luego de una notificaciΓ³n del Departamento de PolicΓa de La Joya sobre una presencia no autorizada en las instalaciones del edificio de transporte de La Joya ISD. Nuestro Jefe de PolicΓa coordinΓ³ de inmediato con la Ciudad de La Joya para identificar a posibles intrusos y garantizar la seguridad de los campus de La Joya ISD, incluidos La Joya High School, Thelma Salinas STEM High School, Jimmy Carter Early College, CCC, Academic Health Science Profession. , Hope y la Oficina Central de La Joya ISD. Una vez que se confirmΓ³ que todas las Γ‘reas eran seguras, el cierre se levantΓ³ a las 8:50 a. m. Queremos asegurarles que la seguridad y el bienestar de todos los estudiantes y el personal de La Joya ISD son de suma importancia para nosotros.

Our school hours will remain unaffected, maintaining our regular schedule. Please note that there might be bus delays due to additional stops, ensuring that students won't have to walk longer distances to reach a bus stop. Your child's convenience and safety remain our top priorities, Thank you.
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Nuestro horario escolar seguirΓ‘ sin cambios, Tome en cuenta que puede haber retrasos en los autobuses debido a paradas adicionales, asegurando que los estudiantes no tengan que caminar distancias largas para llegar a una parada de autobΓΊs. La seguridad de su hijo/a sigue siendo nuestra mΓ‘xima prioridad, gracias.

β οΈDISTRICT UPDATEβ οΈ: Important Notification: The cause of a gas odor emanating in the north western part of the county.
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β οΈACTUALIZACIΓN DEL DISTRITOβ οΈ : NotificaciΓ³n importante: UbicaciΓ³n y la causa de un olor a gas que emana en la parte noroeste del condado.



β οΈDISTRICT UPDATEβ οΈ:
Important Notification: Gas Leak in Nearby Town
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β οΈACTUALIZACIΓN DEL DISTRITOβ οΈ :
NotificaciΓ³n importante: fuga de gas en ciudad cercana


Seguin Elementary is celebrating this month in February -National Library Lover's Month. Students will show their LOVE for their Library by filling out a heart-shaped message "I π my Library because..." and answering the question "How many books does my Library have?" The student with the correct answer will win a large container full of M&Ms.


Save the date for our upcoming Vocabulary Parade.
Reserva la fecha para nuestro desfile de palabras.


Save the date!
Β‘Guarde la fecha!


February Reading Challenge

β° Friendly Reminder! NO CLASSES on Monday, February 12. We will be having an
in-service day for staff. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 13, 2024.

πβ¨ It's National School Counseling Week! πβ¨
Here at La Joya ISD, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for each and every one of our incredible counselors. π From guiding our students through academic challenges to providing invaluable support for their emotional well-being, our counselors truly go above and beyond every single day. π Their dedication and compassion make a world of difference in the lives of our students and our entire school community. ππ Let's take this week to celebrate and honor these amazing individuals who play such a vital role in shaping the future. Thank you for all that you do! ππ
