DISTRICT UPDATE
Letter from Dr. Marcey Sorensen, New Superintendent of Schools, La Joya ISD
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ACTUALIZACIÓN 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.
🛑 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. 💙 Together, we can make a difference and bring an end to human trafficking.
📣 La Joya ISD, answer the call and unite with us in embracing the 2024 It’s Time Texas Community Challenge! 🌟 The Challenge is in full swing, running until March 3, 2024. 💪🏼🏋🏼♂️ Let's collaborate to enhance our community's health, one point at a time. Don't hesitate, register today and be part of the transformation! 🏃♀️🌱
January 16, 2024
⚠️Weather Update ⚠️ / ⚠️ Actualización del Clima ⚠️
Good afternoon, Perez Family. La Joya ISD has shared a weather update. It reads as follows:
Classes will be canceled on Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Delayed Entry Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
Bus pickup begins at 9:00 a.m.
Instruction Begins at 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Classes resume at regular times
January 15, 2024
⚠️Weather Update ⚠️ / ⚠️ Actualización del Clima ⚠️
⚠️Weather Update ⚠️ / ⚠️ Actualización del Clima ⚠️
⚠️Weather Update ⚠️
La Joya ISD is closely monitoring the approaching cold weather conditions scheduled for next week. We will make decisions about a school delay or closure, as we gather additional information. Classes are to continue as scheduled until further notice. Please continue to monitor the La Joya ISD district website www.lajoyaisd.com, our La Joya ISD social media outlets with the handle @lajoyaisd, and the local news outlets for changes to our normal district operation schedule.
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⚠️ Actualización del Clima ⚠️
La Joya ISD está monitoreando de cerca las condiciones de frío que se esperan para la próxima semana. Tomaremos decisiones sobre un posible retraso o cierre escolar a medida que recopilemos información adicional. Las clases continuarán según lo programado hasta nuevo aviso. Por favor, siga monitoreando el sitio web del distrito La Joya ISD www.lajoyaisd.com, nuestras redes sociales de La Joya ISD con el usuario @lajoyaisd y los medios de comunicación locales para conocer cambios en nuestro horario operativo normal del distrito.
Because of the cold weather forecast for Monday, January 15th through Wednesday, January 17th, Perez Elementary is encouraging all students to wear warm clothing, bring a blanket, and set up camp for a fun day of learning! 🏕️
Perez Elementary students were able to go to the market and select healthy fruits and vegetables to keep their body and mind healthy. Thank you, RGV Food bank, for helping to create such wonderful memories and learning experiences for our students.
#LJISDTraditionOfExcellence
🎉✨ January is School Board Recognition Month, and at La Joya ISD, we're joyfully celebrating our trustees for their dedication and commitment to the district and its students! 🏫💙 The theme for this year is "Locally Elected, Community Connected," emphasizing the vital link between our school trustees and the communities they serve. School board members, the largest group of locally-elected officials in the state, play a crucial role in shaping the future of education. 📚👏 Let's express our gratitude to these community leaders who tirelessly work for the betterment of our schools! 🙌🎊 #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth
La Joya ISD wishes our incredible family a joyful holiday break! 🎄 Our offices and campuses will be closed from Monday, December 18, 2023 - Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
🌟 Staff returns on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. 📅
📚 Students return on Monday, January 8, 2024. 🎉
Patricio Perez Elementary wishes our Perez Family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Holiday Break : December 18, 2023 - January 5, 2024
Classes Resume: Monday, January 8, 2024
📣Just a Friendly Reminder!
No early release on Friday, December 15, 2023. Students have a regular school day.
Buenos días. TODAS las actividades de ACE quedan canceladas para hoy miércoles 13 de diciembre y mañana jueves 14 de diciembre. Por favor haga arreglos para recoger a su hijo hoy o pídale que viaje en el autobús. Gracias.
Good morning. ALL ACE Activities are canceled for today, Wednesday, December 13th and tomorrow, Thursday, December 14th. Please make arrangements to pick up your child today or have them ride the bus. Thank you.
💎Attention La Joya ISD Community💎
We hope this message finds you well. We want to inform you that the Department of Public Safety (DPS) will be conducting training at the Jimmy Carter Campus during the week of December 11-15, 2023. The training sessions will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on those days.
We understand that increased activity, especially when it involves law enforcement training, can sometimes raise concerns within the community. We want to assure you that this training is a routine and essential part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of public safety.
The training is carefully planned to ensure minimal disruption to the community, and all necessary precautions will be taken to guarantee the safety of residents. We kindly request your understanding and cooperation during this period.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our office at (956) 323-2040. Your safety and peace of mind are of the utmost importance to us.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
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💎 Atención Comunidad de La Joya ISD 💎
Esperamos que este mensaje le encuentre bien. Queremos informarle que el Departamento de Seguridad Pública (DPS) llevará a cabo un entrenamiento en el Campus Jimmy Carter durante la semana del 11 al 15 de diciembre de 2023. Las sesiones de entrenamiento se llevarán a cabo de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m. en esos días.
Entendemos que un aumento en la actividad, especialmente cuando se trata de entrenamiento policial, a veces puede generar preocupaciones dentro de la comunidad. Queremos asegurarle que este entrenamiento es una parte rutinaria y esencial de nuestro compromiso de mantener los más altos estándares de seguridad pública.
El entrenamiento está cuidadosamente planificado para garantizar la mínima interrupción en la comunidad, y se tomarán todas las precauciones necesarias para garantizar la seguridad de los residentes. Agradecemos de antemano su comprensión y cooperación durante este período.
Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud, no dude en comunicarse con nuestra oficina al (956) 323-2040. Su seguridad y tranquilidad son de suma importancia para nosotros. Gracias por su comprensión y apoyo continuo.
Perez Elementary Students went to NASA Space Center on December 2, 2023. They explored and learned all about outer space and space shuttles. Their experience was out of this world!🚀🌎✨
#LJISDTraditionOfExcellence
Enjoy your Thanksgiving Break La Joya ISD Family!! 🦃 🍁
All classes resume on Monday, November 27, 2023.