Emiliano Zapata Elementary School

🚀 Strategic Planning in Action! 🎯✨ Superintendent Dr. Marcey Sorensen had an energizing & successful strategic planning session with our elementary and high school educators! 🙌📚 Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation and shared powerful insights to help shape the future of La Joya ISD! 💡🔥 📢🚨REMINDER 🚨: Middle School Educators—it's your turn! Join us TODAY from 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM at the La Joya ISD Administration Building - Tabasco Room! 🏫 Your voice matters, and we can't wait to hear your ideas! 🎤💬 Let’s work together to make a difference! 💪❤️ #LJISDStrategicPlanning #ljisdlegacyofexcellence

💬 La Joya ISD Wants YOUR Feedback! 📢 We’re calling on staff, parents, and our community to help shape the 2025-2026 school calendar and school start & end times! 🗓️⏰ ✨ Two options. One important decision. Your input makes a difference! ✅ 🗳️ Input Window: 📅 Monday, February 17 – Friday, March 7, 2025 📢 VOTE NOW! Scan the QR code or click the link below to submit your input! ⬇️ 🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeiW02npUxKBni-Va_hTreyBmI6HdgA-7djZ6TZ0T5JLoC3tg/viewform?usp=sharing Your voice matters! Let’s build the future of La Joya ISD together! 🚀 #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

🎓✨ Join Us for the La Joya ISD Future Ready Learning Summit! ✨🎓 We’re celebrating Texas Public Schools Week with events focused on student success and achievement! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn about summer programs, review student progress, and get ready for the rest of the school year! 🗓️ Mark your calendars! 📅 Elementary School Summit – Monday, March 3, 2025 📅 Middle School Summit – Tuesday, March 4, 2025 📅 High School Summit – Thursday, March 6, 2025 Get involved, stay informed, and celebrate the dedication of our students and educators! 💡🎉 #TXPublicSchoolsWeek #ljisdlegacyofexcellence --------------------------------------- 🎓✨ ¡Únete a la Cumbre de Aprendizaje Listos para el Futuro de La Joya ISD! ✨🎓 ¡Celebramos la Semana de las Escuelas Públicas de Texas con eventos enfocados en el éxito y los logros de nuestros estudiantes! No te pierdas esta emocionante oportunidad para conocer los programas de verano, revisar el progreso de los estudiantes y prepararte para el resto del año escolar. 🗓️ ¡Marca tu calendario! 📅 Exposición de Escuelas Primarias – lunes, 3 de marzo de 2025 📅 Exposición de Escuelas Secundarias – martes, 4 de marzo de 2025 📅 Exposición de Escuelas Preparatorias – jueves, 6 de marzo de 2025 ¡Involúcrate, mantente informado y celebra el esfuerzo de nuestros estudiantes y educadores! 💡🎉 #ljisdlegacyofexcellence #SemanaEscuelasPúblicasTX

📣 Attention La Joya ISD Community! 🚨 We need YOUR voice to help shape the future of our district! 📝✨ The Strategic Planning Survey is NOW OPEN! 📌 Share your thoughts, priorities, and ideas to guide La Joya ISD toward success. Together, we can create a brighter future for our students and community! 💡🌟 👉 Scan the QR code or click the link to participate today: https://lajoyaisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bwIUIud5l0sdexE?Q_CHL=qr *************************************************** 📣 ¡Atención comunidad de La Joya ISD! 🚨 ¡Necesitamos TU voz para dar forma al futuro de nuestro distrito! 📝✨ La Encuesta de Planeación Estratégica ¡YA ESTÁ ABIERTA! 📌 Comparte tus ideas, prioridades y sugerencias para guiar a La Joya ISD hacia el éxito. ¡Juntos, podemos construir un futuro brillante para nuestros estudiantes y comunidad! 💡 🌟 👉 Escanea el código QR o haz clic en el enlace para participar hoy mismo: https://lajoyaisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bwIUIud5l0sdexE?Q_CHL=qr ¡Hagamos un impacto—tu opinión cuenta! ❤️📚

📚❤️ Celebrating Love for Library Month at Zapata Elementary! ❤️📚 This month, our students have been sharing their passion for reading in wonderful ways! They teamed up to read with their classmates, fostering a love for books and storytelling. Our kindergarteners also had the special opportunity to read to our school librarian, Mrs. Lumbreras, creating joyful moments filled with laughter and learning. We're so proud of our students for spreading the love of reading and inspiring one another! Let’s keep the pages turning! 🌟 #LoveForLibraryMonth #ZapataElementary#ljisd

🌟 Celebrating Digital Learning Day at Zapata Elementary! 🌟 Our students showcased their creativity and skills as they engaged with various apps and activities in the classroom. From interactive storytelling to coding challenges, every student had the opportunity to explore new technologies that enhance their learning experience. We're proud of how our teachers integrate digital tools to foster collaboration and critical thinking, preparing our students for a bright future. Let's keep inspiring curiosity and innovation! 💻✨ #DigitalLearningDay #ZapataElementary#ljisd

📣 Your Voice Matters! 📣 Join us for the upcoming La Joya ISD Strategic Planning Town Hall Meetings and help shape the future of our district! 🏫✨ 📅 Save the Dates: 🧑‍🏫 Educators Elementary: Feb. 18, 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM High School: Feb. 18, 5:15 PM – 6:30 PM Middle School: Feb. 19, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 La Joya ISD Central Office – Tabasco Room (200 W. Expressway 83 La Joya TX 78560) 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents Elementary: Feb. 27, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM High School: Mar. 10, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Middle School: Mar. 25, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM 📍 La Joya ISD Central Office – Tabasco Room (200 W. Expressway 83 La Joya TX 78560) 💬 Let’s build a brighter future for our students together!

🌟 Incredible Parent Turnout at Our Family & Community Engagement Winter Conference! 🎉🌟 A huge THANK YOU to all the amazing parents who joined us for this empowering and interactive event! 💙🙌 ✅ Created Attendance Vision Boards to support their child’s academic success. ✅ Received valuable resources from guest speaker Mr. Ruben Garcia, Clinical Director at Mesquite Treatment Center, on student services and substance abuse support. ✅ Learned Healthy Tips to keep students and families thriving. ✅ Explored the Additional Days School Year (ADSY) Program, where students will experience exciting STEAM Enrichment Activities! 🚀🎨🔬 We appreciate our parents and community partners for making this event a success! Together, we build stronger families and brighter futures! 💡✨ #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

Mrs. Sauceda’s 2nd grade class at Zapata Elementary recently had an exciting hands-on learning experience in both math and science! Students engaged in fun, interactive activities that helped them explore new concepts in a creative way. From solving problems in math to experimenting with simple science projects, the class had a blast while gaining valuable skills. It was a wonderful day of learning, collaboration, and discovery, making math and science come to life for these eager young minds! Keep up the great work, 2nd graders! #ljisd, #lajoyaisd, #zapataelementary

As we celebrated Counselor's Week, we want to give a heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Polito, our amazing school counselor at Zapata Elementary! Your unwavering dedication to supporting our students truly makes a difference, and we are so thankful for all you do. Your kindness, compassion, and commitment have a lasting impact on our school community. We appreciate everything you do!

**Zapata Elementary Teachers Recognized with Golden Ticket as Top Educators** Zapata Elementary School proudly celebrates the remarkable achievements of three of its dedicated educators—Monica Guajardo, Katia Gonzalez, and Belinda De Hoyos—who were recently awarded the prestigious Golden Ticket in recognition of their outstanding contributions as Top Educators. In honor of their commitment to education, the teachers were invited to a special evening hosted by La Joya ISD School District, featuring refreshing beverages and music. The event provided an opportunity for the community to unite in expressing gratitude for the hard work, passion, and dedication these educators consistently demonstrate in the classroom. Monica, Katia, and Belinda have made lasting impacts on their students, inspiring and nurturing young minds while creating a positive and dynamic learning environment. Their unwavering dedication to excellence in education earned them this well-deserved recognition, and the Golden Ticket serves as a testament to their extraordinary efforts. This evening of celebration not only honored their individual accomplishments but also highlighted the profound influence teachers have on the lives of their students and the community as a whole. Congratulations to these exceptional educators for receiving this prestigious honor! #zapataelementary, #topeducators,#lajoyaisd,#ljisd, @lajoyaisd

🎉✨ An afternoon of Celebration & Excellence! ✨🎉 La Joya ISD rolled out the golden carpet for our incredible educators at the Golden Ticket Event! 🎟️💛 Teachers from across the district were recognized, celebrated, and honored for their dedication, passion, and commitment to student success. 🍎📚 Their impact goes beyond the classroom, shaping the future one lesson at a time! 🌟 Congratulations to all our Golden Ticket recipients—YOU are the magic behind La Joya ISD’s excellence! 💫💛 See more photos in link below: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=lajoyaisd&set=a.1028557995968860

📣 Attention La Joya ISD Community! 🚨 We need YOUR voice to help shape the future of our district! 📝✨ The Strategic Planning Survey is NOW OPEN! 📌 Share your thoughts, priorities, and ideas to guide La Joya ISD toward success. Together, we can create a brighter future for our students and community! 💡🌟 👉 Scan the QR code or click the link to participate today: https://lajoyaisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bwIUIud5l0sdexE?Q_CHL=qr *************************************************** 📣 ¡Atención comunidad de La Joya ISD! 🚨 ¡Necesitamos TU voz para dar forma al futuro de nuestro distrito! 📝✨ La Encuesta de Planeación Estratégica ¡YA ESTÁ ABIERTA! 📌 Comparte tus ideas, prioridades y sugerencias para guiar a La Joya ISD hacia el éxito. ¡Juntos, podemos construir un futuro brillante para nuestros estudiantes y comunidad! 💡🌟 👉 Escanea el código QR o haz clic en el enlace para participar hoy mismo: https://lajoyaisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bwIUIud5l0sdexE?Q_CHL=qr ¡Hagamos un impacto—tu opinión cuenta! ❤️📚

📣 Attention La Joya ISD Community! 🚨 We need YOUR voice to help shape the future of our district! 📝✨ The Strategic Planning Survey is NOW OPEN! 📌 Share your thoughts, priorities, and ideas to guide La Joya ISD toward success. Together, we can create a brighter future for our students and community! 💡🌟 👉 Scan the QR code or click the link to participate today: https://lajoyaisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bwIUIud5l0sdexE?Q_CHL=qr Let’s make an impact—your input matters! ❤️📚 *********************************************** 📣 ¡Atención comunidad de La Joya ISD! 🚨 ¡Necesitamos TU voz para dar forma al futuro de nuestro distrito! 📝✨ La Encuesta de Planeación Estratégica ¡YA ESTÁ ABIERTA! 📌 Comparte tus ideas, prioridades y sugerencias para guiar a La Joya ISD hacia el éxito. ¡Juntos, podemos construir un futuro brillante para nuestros estudiantes y comunidad! 💡🌟 👉 Escanea el código QR o haz clic en el enlace para participar hoy mismo: https://lajoyaisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bwIUIud5l0sdexE?Q_CHL=qr ¡Hagamos un impacto—tu opinión cuenta! ❤️📚

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✨📢 Important Update, La Joya ISD Family! ✨ Monday, February 10, 2025, will be a NO-CLASS DAY for students! 🎉 Teachers and staff will use this time to plan and prepare for our amazing students' success. 🌟 Staff will report as scheduled. Check the notice for all the details! 💌 ************************************************************************ ✨📢 ¡Actualización importante Familias de La Joya ISD! ✨ El lunes 10 de febrero de 2025 será un día SIN CLASES para los estudiantes. 🎉 ¡Nuestros maestros y personal estarán planeando y preparándose para el éxito de nuestros increíbles estudiantes! 🌟 El personal se presentará como está programado. ¡Revise el aviso para todos los detalles! 💌

Zapata Elementary proudly celebrated our outstanding UIL students! Their hard work and dedication truly shined, and we honored their achievements with awards, juice, and cake! 🏅🍰 A big thank you to our incredible UIL coaches for their unwavering support and pride in every student’s growth and success. Our coaches are proud to have guided such talented students! You all make us so proud! 💙 #UILStars #ProudCoaches #ZapataElementary#ljisd

Zapata Elementary’s 4th Grade Teacher, Belinda De Hoyos, Receives Texas Teacher License Plate Zapata Elementary is proud to celebrate one of our outstanding educators, Mrs. Belinda De Hoyos, who recently received the Texas Teacher License Plate, a special honor recognizing her dedication to the teaching profession. The award was presented by Dr. Sorensen, our District Superintendent, and LJ Francis, a board member from the Texas Department of Education. The Texas Teacher License Plate is given to educators who have demonstrated a commitment to fostering student growth, excellence, and an inspiring classroom environment. Mrs. De Hoyos, a dedicated 4th-grade teacher, has consistently gone above and beyond to support her students and make learning an exciting, engaging experience. Zapata Elementary is fortunate to have such a passionate and dedicated teacher, and we are excited to see the continued positive impact she will have on her students' lives. Congratulations, Mrs. De Hoyos! #zapataelementary, #ljisd, #lajoyaisd

"🎉 This week, Zapata Elementary is proud to celebrate National School Counseling Week! A huge thank you to our amazing counselor, Mrs. Polito, for all her dedication and guidance to our students. Your support helps shape their futures and makes a world of difference in their lives. We appreciate everything you do! 🌟 #NationalCounselorsWeek #ThankYouMrsPolito #ZapataElementary" #ljisd

📢 La Joya ISD Stands with Our Families! 📢 We are committed to ensuring all students feel safe, supported, and welcomed. Read our Immigration Student Support FAQs to learn about your child's right to education, school safety, and available resources. 💙📚✨ **************************************************** 📢 ¡La Joya ISD Apoya a Nuestras Familias! 📢 Estamos comprometidos a garantizar que todos los estudiantes se sientan seguros, apoyados y bienvenidos. Lea nuestras Preguntas Frecuentes sobre el Apoyo a Estudiantes Inmigrantes para conocer los derechos educativos de su hijo, la seguridad escolar y los recursos disponibles. 💙📚✨