š¢ 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
š¢ SUPERINTENDENT'S 30 DAY UPDATEš
What an incredible 30 days it has been here at La Joya ISD! In such a short period of time, Iāve had the privilege of learning so much and meeting many of you. Iām 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. Letās continue this journey together towards greatness!
Dr. Marcey Sorensen
Superintendent of Schools
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š¢ ACTUALIZACIĆN DE 30 DĆAS DE LA SUPERINTENDENTEš
Ā”QuĆ© increĆbles 30 dĆas han sido aquĆ 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 increĆble personal, estudiantes, padres y miembros de la comunidad. He descubierto que tenemos estudiantes y educadores maravillosamente talentosos y dedicados aquĆ en La Joya ISD y que tenemos mucho trabajo por delante. No tengo ninguna duda de que con dedicaciĆ³n y trabajo duro, aseguraremos que nuestro distrito se base en las bases sĆ³lidas que ya existen para ejemplificar la excelencia y continuar compartiendo lo que aprendemos de manera transparente. EstĆ” seguro; Estoy comprometido a trabajar incansablemente todos los dĆas para garantizar que el Ć©xito de nuestros estudiantes estĆ© al frente de todos nuestros procesos de toma de decisiones. Ā”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
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Let's get ready to dive into the world of šš«. ššš®š¬š¬' whimsical stories and colorful characters. Our school's šššš ššš«šØš¬š¬ šš¦šš«š¢šš week is just around the corner!
In preparation for our fun filled spirit week ofš š®šæš°šµ š°-š“, here's a peek at our weekly dress up calendar. Let's make this Read Across America week one for the books! š š
ā ļøDISTRICT UPDATE ā ļø
La JoyaĀ 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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ā ļøACTUALIZACIĆN DEL DISTRITO ā ļø
La Joya ISD iniciĆ³ un cierre a las 8:22 a. m. luego de una notificaciĆ³n del Departamento de PolicĆa de La Joya sobre una presencia no autorizada en las instalaciones del edificio de transporte de La Joya ISD. Nuestro Jefe de PolicĆa coordinĆ³ 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 confirmĆ³ que todas las Ć”reas eran seguras, el cierre se levantĆ³ 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 seguirĆ” 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 autobĆŗs. La seguridad de su hijo/a sigue siendo nuestra mĆ”xima prioridad, gracias.
ā ļøDISTRICT UPDATEā ļø: Important Notification: The cause of a gas odor emanating in the north western part of the county.
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ā ļøACTUALIZACIĆN DEL DISTRITOā ļø : NotificaciĆ³n importante: UbicaciĆ³n y la causa de un olor a gas que emana en la parte noroeste del condado.
ā ļøDISTRICT UPDATEā ļø:
Important Notification: Gas Leak in Nearby Town
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ā ļøACTUALIZACIĆN DEL DISTRITOā ļø :
NotificaciĆ³n importante: fuga de gas en ciudad cercana
Exciting news! šļø
Our school will be joining in on national Digital Learning Day! š»š”
It's a fantastic opportunity to explore new technologies and embrace the power of online learning.
We hope to make the most of this day and dive into the world of digital education together!
ā° 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.
šāØ It's National School Counseling Week! šāØ
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. š 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. š Their dedication and compassion make a world of difference in the lives of our students and our entire school community. šš 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! šš
šāØ It's National School Counseling Week! šāØ
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. š 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. š Their dedication and compassion make a world of difference in the lives of our students and our entire school community. šš 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! šš
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REMINDER: š
Please check out the district calendar as it's been updated to reflect the following:
š« Regular School Day on Friday, February 9, 2024
ā No school for students on Monday, February 12, 2024 (Staff Inservice Day)
š©āš« Staff will be at work on both Friday, February 9, 2024, and Monday, February 12, 2024.
On February 2, 2024, students in Ms.Y.TreviƱos. Ms.J.Lopez & Ms.B.Rios class actively participated in a TELPAS activity.
They engaged in reading, writing, listening, and speaking exercises by comparing two stories. Additionally, they showcased procedural writing skills by explaining "How to Prepare a Pizza" and then followed through by creating and baking their own pizzas. The students also independently practiced basic life skills, such as washing pans and utensils. This hands-on learning experience not only improved language proficiency but also developed practical life skills in an engaging and interactive manner
Ā”Recordatorio!
Guarde la fecha para el prĆ³ximo miĆ©rcoles 7 de febrero de 2024 para nuestro evento de lectura familiar de primaverašš y la reuniĆ³n de padres del TĆtulo III: Ā”nos vemos allĆ!
Reminder!
Save the date for next Wednesday, February 7, 2024 for our Spring Family Reading eventšš and Title III Parent Meeting- See you there!
DISTRICT UPDATE
Letter from Dr. Marcey Sorensen, New Superintendent of Schools, La Joya ISD
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ACTUALIZACIĆN DEL DISTRITO Carta de la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, Nueva Superintendente de Escuelas, La Joya ISD
February is CTE Month!!
Career & Technical Education (CTE) provides students with the academic and technical skills, knowledge, and training necessary to succeed in future careers.
š The Great Kindness Challenge Week! ššāØ
Our amazing students dedicated themselves to spreading kindness vibes during The Great Kindness Challenge Spirit Week! šš
Here are a few more special moments captured throughout the week!šš
La Joya ISD
š January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month. La Joya ISD unites against this heinous crime, raise awareness, and stand up for the rights of every individual. š Together, we can make a difference and bring an end to human trafficking.
