La Joya College and Career Center

On World Autism Awareness Day, let us renew our commitment to building a world in which no one with autism is left behind.

This year on April 2 is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, and our campus truly appreciates Mrs. Cortina's devotion and assistance, which make a significant difference in the lives of our students and staff; thank you for everything you do!

The top 10 students from the previous week are featured below for their outstanding performance in the Edgenuity Program. See who can make the next ten as we continue our excellent work this week!

📢 La Joya ISD Closure – Friday, March 28, 2025 ❄️ Due to weather conditions, La Joya ISD will be closed on Friday, March 28, 2025. All district staff and students are advised to stay home 🏡 and remain safe❗ We appreciate our community’s understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff 👨‍🏫👩‍🎓. Thank you for your continued support! 🙌 We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, March 31, 2025. Stay safe! 🌟 ************************************ 📢 Cierre de La Joya ISD – Viernes 28 de marzo de 2025 ❄️ Debido a las condiciones climáticas, La Joya ISD permanecerá cerrado el viernes 28 de marzo de 2025. Se les pide a todos los empleados del distrito y estudiantes que permanezcan en casa 🏡 y se mantengan seguros❗ Agradecemos la comprensión y cooperación de nuestra comunidad mientras priorizamos la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal 👨‍🏫👩‍🎓. ¡Gracias por su continuo apoyo! 🙌 ¡Cuídense y nos vemos el lunes, 31 de marzo del 2025! 🌟

🚨 Weather Delay: Bus Routes Running Late 🚨 We anticipate lifting the Shelter-in-Place by 3:45 PM. Due to inclement weather, bus routes will be approximately one hour delayed. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we Shelter in Place to ensure the safety of all students and staff. As soon as conditions allow for a safe dismissal, we will begin releasing students and transporting them home. Please expect longer travel times as we work to complete all routes safely. Thank you for your cooperation and support. ************************************************************ 🚨 Retraso en Rutas de Autobús por Clima 🚨 Anticipamos levantar el Refugio en el Lugar a las 3:45 PM. Debido a las condiciones climáticas, las rutas de autobús tendrán un retraso de aproximadamente una hora. Agradecemos su paciencia y comprensión mientras permanecemos en Refugio en el Lugar para garantizar la seguridad de todos los estudiantes y el personal. Tan pronto como las condiciones permitan una salida segura, comenzaremos a liberar a los estudiantes y transportarlos a sus hogares. Por favor, espere tiempos de viaje más largos mientras trabajamos para completar todas las rutas de manera segura. Gracias por su cooperación y apoyo.

🚨 Weather Alert: Shelter-in-Place 🚨 All La Joya ISD campuses are currently under a Shelter-in-Place due to weather conditions. Students and staff are safe, and we are following district safety protocols. We will provide updates as needed. Stay safe, La Joya ISD family! ⛈️ ****************************** 🚨 Alerta Climática: Refugio en el Lugar 🚨 Todas las escuelas de La Joya ISD están actualmente bajo Refugio en el Lugar debido a las condiciones climáticas. Los estudiantes y el personal están seguros, y estamos siguiendo los protocolos de seguridad del distrito. Proporcionaremos actualizaciones según sea necesario. ¡Manténganse seguros, familia de La Joya ISD! ⛈️

The top 10 students from our Spring Break week are acknowledged below for their outstanding performance in the Edgenuity Program. See who can make the next ten as we continue our excellent work this week!

📚✨ Attention Parents! ✨📚 We’re excited to invite you to a special event where you can learn all about the *new* high-quality instructional materials we’ll be using for reading in the upcoming school year! 🎉 This is your chance to see how these materials will help support your child’s learning, growth, and love for reading. Join us to explore the resources and ask any questions you might have! We look forward to seeing you there and working together to make next year a reading success! 📖❤️ #ljisdlegacyofexcellence #ParentEngagement

🎶 In Case You Missed It! 🎶 Our 2025 Elementary Music Festival was an unforgettable night as we celebrated La Joya ISD's 100th Anniversary with a special "Decades" theme! 🕺🎤🎸 Our talented students wowed the crowd with incredible performances that honored the rich history of our district. 🌟 A huge THANK YOU to our amazing students, teachers, directors, and parents for making this event a huge success! ❤️👏 🎥 Watch the full performance here: 🔗 https://youtu.be/1BbC_cO7NpA?si=WEHOQO65qHCFM4kv #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

🌟 We're Hiring for Summer Programs! 🌟 La Joya ISD is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic staff to join our 2024-2025 Summer Programs team. Don't miss this opportunity to inspire, support, and engage with students during the summer months! Apply today using the links below: 📋 Available Opportunities: Summer Program Catalog: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGhtgCvFec/3LihedWp_vRghcT--LlO0Q/view?utm_content=DAGhtgCvFec&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hed23b8e895 ADSY PORE-K – 5th Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScp7MWSy7EjBOKC4drMWtQ22SQLL0OsYyCtmnrWgZoF_rBLyg/viewform Secondary Programs 6-12 Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejwBqObBEDKtIiKFudj34UA8Y2KwGNji4ZZ6yEikAgC9Hqvg/viewform

📅 SAVE THE DATE! 📢 TITLE III BILINGUAL/ESL DEPARTMENT Cordially invites all district parents of Emergent Bilingual Students to our Parent Meeting 🌟 Fostering Community Connections for Families of EB Students 🌟 📅 THURSDAY, MARCH 27 | ⏰ 5:30-7:00 P.M. 📍 Juarez-Lincoln High School | 🏫 Cafeteria In this meeting, families will learn about programs, resources, and support for English learners (ELs), and how to be actively involved in their child's education. For more information, please contact: Bilingual/Migrant Department: 956-323-2170 ------------------------------------ 📅 ¡RESERVA LA FECHA! 📢 TÍTULO III DEPARTAMENTO BILINGÜE/ESL Invita cordialmente a todos los padres del distrito de Estudiantes Bilingües Emergentes a nuestra Reunión de Padres 🌟 Fomentando Conexiones Comunitarias para Familias de Estudiantes EB 🌟 📅 jueves, 27 de marzo | ⏰ 5:30-7:00 P.M. 📍 Juárez-Lincoln High School | 🏫 Cafetería En esta reunión, las familias conocerán los programas, recursos y apoyos para estudiantes de inglés (ELs) y cómo participar activamente en la educación de sus hijos. Para más información, comuníquese con: Departamento Bilingüe/Migrante: 956-323-2170

📢 Attention Elementary Parents! 🌟🎨 🚀 Summer STEAM Camp is Here!🔬 Give your child a summer of PLAY, CREATE & EXPLORE! 🎭🛠️🧪 💡 Hands-on learning in Science, Tech, Engineering, Art & Math! 📅 June 2 - June 27 | 🏫 All Elementary Schools | 🎒 PreK - 5th Grade 🍽️ Free Breakfast & Lunch | 🚍 Transportation Provided 📞 Contact your child’s school for more info or visit our website at www.lajoyaisd.com/summer2025 ********************************************************* 📢 ¡Atención Padres de Primaria! 🌟🎨🔬 🚀 ¡El Campamento de Verano STEAM está aquí! ¡Regala a tu hijo un verano de JUGAR, CREAR y EXPLORAR! 🎭🛠️🧪 💡 Aprendizaje interactivo en Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería, Arte y Matemáticas! 📅 2 de junio - 27 de junio | 🏫 Todas las Primarias | 🎒 PreK - 5º grado 🍽️ Desayuno & Almuerzo Gratis | 🚍 Transporte Incluido 📞 ¡Contacta la escuela de tu hijo para más información o visite nuestro sitio web en www.lajoyaisd.com/summer2025

Our school is pleased to announce that the Region One ESC Substitute Teacher Certification Academy will allow our students to earn yet another credential. Any interested student please sign up with our counselor, Ms. Villarreal as soon as possible due to limited space.

The top ten students from the previous week are highlighted below because of their exceptional performance in the Edgenuity Program. See who can make the next ten as we continue our outstanding work this week!

🌟 What a great turnout at our Saturday Enrollment Event! 📚🎉 We loved seeing families take the first step in joining the La Joya ISD family! 💙💛 Missed this one? No worries! More enrollment events for the 25-26 school year are coming soon—stay tuned to our website and social media for updates! 📢✨ 💡 Ready to give your child the BEST educational experience? Enroll today at your nearest school or visit www.lajoyaisd.com/enroll to secure your spot! 🏫📖 Don't wait—Choose La Joya ISD! 🚀

📢 Attention La Joya ISD Parents and Guardians! New & returning student enrollment is now open! Join us tomorrow, March 8, at the La Joya ISD Enrollment Fair from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at any of our 3 locations to sign up for the upcoming school year. 📍 Jimmy Carter Early College High School 📍 Juarez-Lincoln High School 📍 Palmview High School See the flyer for full details! ⬇️ For more info, visit: www.lajoyaisd.com/enroll. ---------------------------------- 📢 ¡Atención padres y tutores de La Joya ISD! ¡La inscripción para estudiantes nuevos y recurrentes ya está abierta! ¡Acompáñenos mañana, 8 de marzo, en la Feria de Inscripción de La Joya ISD de 8:30 a.m. a 11:30 a.m. en cualquiera de las tres ubicaciones para inscribir a su estudiante para el próximo año escolar! 📚✨ 📍 Jimmy Carter Early College High School 📍 Juarez-Lincoln High School 📍 Palmview High School ¡Consulte el folleto para más detalles! ⬇️ Para más información, visite: www.lajoyaisd.com/enroll.

📢 Attention Elementary Parents! 🌟🎨🔬 🚀 Summer STEAM Camp is Here! Give your child a summer of PLAY, CREATE & EXPLORE! 🎭🛠️🧪 💡 Hands-on learning in Science, Tech, Engineering, Art & Math! 📅 June 2 - June 27 | 🏫 All Elementary Schools | 🎒 PreK - 5th Grade 🍽️ Free Breakfast & Lunch | 🚍 Transportation Provided 📞 Contact your child’s school for more info or visit our website at www.lajoyaisd.com/summer2025 ********************************************************* 📢 ¡Atención Padres de Primaria! 🌟🎨🔬 🚀 ¡El Campamento de Verano STEAM está aquí! ¡Regala a tu hijo un verano de JUGAR, CREAR y EXPLORAR! 🎭🛠️🧪 💡 Aprendizaje interactivo en Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería, Arte y Matemáticas! 📅 2 de junio - 27 de junio | 🏫 Todas las Primarias | 🎒 PreK - 5º grado 🍽️ Desayuno & Almuerzo Gratis | 🚍 Transporte Incluido 📞 ¡Contacta la escuela de tu hijo para más información o visite nuestro sitio web en www.lajoyaisd.com/summer2025

📢 Reminder: The Middle School Summit is TODAY! 📢 Join La Joya ISD for the Future Ready Learning Summit as we celebrate Texas Public Schools Week! 🎉 📅 Middle School Summit – TODAY! (Tuesday, March 4, 2025) 📅 High School Summit – Thursday, March 6, 2025 Stay informed, get involved, and celebrate student success! 💡🎓 #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence #TXPublicSchoolsWeek --------------------------------------------- 📢 ¡Recordatorio: La Cumbre de Escuelas Secundarias es HOY! 📢 Únete a La Joya ISD en la Cumbre de Aprendizaje Listos para el Futuro mientras celebramos la Semana de las Escuelas Públicas de Texas! 🎉 📅 Cumbre de Escuelas Secundarias – ¡HOY! (Martes, 4 de marzo de 2025) 📅 Cumbre de Escuelas Preparatorias – Jueves, 6 de marzo de 2025 ¡Infórmate, involúcrate y celebremos juntos el éxito estudiantil! 💡🎓

📢 March 2025 Edition of The Pack Connection is HERE! 🎉 La Joya ISD continues to shine! 🌟 This month’s newsletter highlights our district’s commitment to excellence, including: ✅ TEA leaders recognizing our leadership, innovative teaching, and curriculum success 🏫📚 ✅ A successful Pre-K & Kindergarten Registration Kickoff with an incredible community turnout! 🎒✨ ✅ Exciting upcoming events and opportunities for students and families! 📖 Read all about it and stay connected with the latest news from La Joya ISD! 🔗 https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/the-pack-connection

📢 Attention Elementary Parents! 🌟🎨🔬 🚀 Summer STEAM Camp is Here! Give your child a summer of PLAY, CREATE & EXPLORE! 🎭🛠️🧪 💡 Hands-on learning in Science, Tech, Engineering, Art & Math! 📅 June 2 - June 27 | 🏫 All Elementary Schools | 🎒 PreK - 5th Grade 🍽️ Free Breakfast & Lunch | 🚍 Transportation Provided 📞 Contact your child’s school for more info! ********************************************************* 📢 ¡Atención Padres de Primaria! 🌟🎨🔬 🚀 ¡El Campamento de Verano STEAM está aquí! ¡Regala a tu hijo un verano de JUGAR, CREAR y EXPLORAR! 🎭🛠️🧪 💡 Aprendizaje interactivo en Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería, Arte y Matemáticas! 📅 2 de junio - 27 de junio | 🏫 Todas las Primarias | 🎒 PreK - 5º grado 🍽️ Desayuno & Almuerzo Gratis | 🚍 Transporte Incluido 📞 ¡Contacta la escuela de tu hijo para más información!