Emiliano Zapata Elementary School

🌞💦 Get ready to make a splash this summer at the La Joya ISD Aquatic Center opening to the public TOMORROW, May 30, 2025! 🏊‍♀️🌟 🎉 Enjoy fun in the sun 7 days a week from 2 PM – 8 PM and sign up for swimming lessons for just $50 per child! 🐠👧🧒 ☀️ Class times available: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, 5 PM & 6 PM 🗓️ Multiple session dates from June through August! 🎟️ Entry: $5 Children | $8 Adults (Credit/Debit Only) 🍿 Concession stand available — no outside food or drinks permitted. 📍Location: 1801 Western Rd., Mission, TX 📞 For more info, contact Xavier Escobedo at 956-323-2162 Let the summer fun begin! 🌊

3rd to 5th grade students at Zapata Elementary received books to enjoy over the summer, thanks to La Joya ISD. A big thank you to Mrs. Lumbreras, our dedicated librarian, for handing out these great reads and helping our students stay engaged and learning all summer long! 🌞📖 #SummerReading #ZapataElementary

🏃‍♂️🔥 GET READY TO RUN, JUMP, & SHINE! 🌟👟 The City of Palmview Parks & Recreation in partnership with La Joya ISD is bringing the heat this ☀️ SUMMER 2025 with our exciting TRACK Program for ALL kids ages 5–17! 🎽💪 📅 Registration Dates: 🗓️ May 12–30, 2025 🕙 Monday–Friday | 10 AM – 6 PM 📍603 Palmview Commercial Dr., Palmview, TX 💻 Or register online: cityofpalmview.gov 💲 Fee: $60 per participant 💳 Payment by Money Order or Credit/Debit Card 📄 Birth certificate may be required 📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register now! Let’s make this summer FAST, FUN, and FULL of MEMORIES! 🏅🔥

🙌 Today, we celebrated a legacy of dedication at La Joya ISD! 💫 We proudly honored our incredible employees for their 25, 30, 35, 40, and even 45 years of service — with one outstanding individual reaching an amazing 45 YEARS! 👏🎓 Together, these milestones represent a combined total of 3,740 years of commitment, heart, and excellence poured into our students and schools. 💛📚 Thank you, La Joya ISD family, for your service. You are the heartbeat of our district! 💐🐾 #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence Full album in link below: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1YBjZYb8T7/

"Good morning. Please note that there will be no classes for students on Monday, May 26, 2025. Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Thank you.

Good afternoon, We are pleased to invite you to join us for the Zapata Legacy Walk on Thursday, May 22, 2025, beginning at 5:00 PM. We look forward to celebrating this special event with you!

La Joya ISD's Summer Athletic Program kicks off June 2–27, 2025 at La Joya HS, Juarez-Lincoln HS, and Palmview HS! 🐾🏆 📅 Monday–Friday ⏰ 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM 🥞🍽️ Breakfast & lunch provided 📋 📱 Scan the QR code or contact your campus coach to register today! 🚗 Note: Students must provide their own transportation 💪 Daily athletic activities to stay strong, train hard, and level up your game all summer long! Don’t miss it! 🏈⚽🏀🏐

Ms. Suchil’s kindergarten class celebrated their graduation at Zapata Elementary, surrounded by proud parents. The joyful event highlighted the students’ growth and accomplishments over the school year 2024-2025.

We’re so proud of Ms. Escamilla’s Kindergarten class graduates at Zapata Elementary! Thank you to all the parents and families who joined us to celebrate this special milestone. Your support means the world to our little learners as they take their first big step forward. Congratulations, Class of 2025!

We’re so proud of Ms. Ortega’s Kindergarten class graduates at Zapata Elementary! Thank you to all the parents and families who joined us to celebrate this special milestone. Your support means the world to our little learners as they take their first big step forward. Congratulations, Class of 2025!

🎉 **Zapata Elementary Legacy Banquet at La Joya ISD!** 🎉 Zapata Elementary recently held a special Legacy Banquet at the Tabasco Room, celebrating the dedicated staff and the rich history of our campus. The evening was filled with heartwarming memories, highlighted by a stunning Mariachi performance from Palmview High School students. We were honored by the presence of special guests, including Superintendent Dr. Marcey Sorensen, Dr. Little, and former Zapata Elementary principals Bertha Perez and Rosa Gonzalez Vela. Past principals Eva Alaniz and Belen Martinez were also recognized for their service and leadership. The event, hosted by our current Principal Cynthia Salinas and the Social Committee, allowed teachers to reflect on cherished memories, enjoy great food, and take photos with colleagues and friends. A special congratulations to our **Staff of the Year** awardees: 🏆 **Teacher of the Year** - Mr. Julito Pepito, Music Teacher 🏅 **Support Staff of the Year** - Claudia Gonzalez, Parent Liaison 🌟 **Assistant Teacher of the Year** - Abigail Ortiz, Teacher Aide It was an unforgettable evening of honoring the past, present, and future of Zapata Elementary! Here's to continuing the legacy of excellence! ✨ #ZapataElementary #ProudToBeZapata

🔴 ATTENTION PARENTS: SAFETY WARNING REGARDING STUDENT DEVICES La Joya ISD is alerting families about a dangerous social media trend that encourages students to insert metal objects (such as paper clips) into Chromebook charging ports. This behavior can cause permanent damage, fires, and serious injuries. ⚠️ This is a serious safety hazard and will result in disciplinary action and may lead to criminal charges under Texas law. ➡️ Please speak with your child about the proper use of school-issued devices and the serious consequences of misusing them. Thank you for helping us keep our students and campuses safe. **************************************************** 🔴 ATENCIÓN PADRES: ADVERTENCIA DE SEGURIDAD SOBRE DISPOSITIVOS ESTUDIANTILES La Joya ISD alerta a las familias sobre una peligrosa tendencia en redes sociales que alienta a los estudiantes a insertar objetos metálicos (como clips) en los puertos de carga de las Chromebooks. Esta acción puede causar daños permanentes, incendios y lesiones graves. ⚠️ Este comportamiento representa un grave riesgo y puede resultar en sanciones disciplinarias y cargos penales bajo la ley de Texas. ➡️ Por favor, hable con su hijo/a sobre el uso adecuado de los dispositivos escolares y las graves consecuencias de su mal uso. Gracias por ayudarnos a mantener la seguridad en nuestras escuelas.

📢🎉 The May 2025 Edition of The Pack Connection is HERE! From our Centennial Tree Planting 🌳 to Community Design Day 🗣️, record ADSY enrollment 🚀, and our upcoming graduation of 1,600+ amazing seniors 🎓 This issue is packed with celebration, progress, and pride! 🐾❤️ 📰 Check out the latest stories, updates, and district highlights that showcase the heart of La Joya ISD. 👉 Read it now: https://5il.co/3fnlg

Zapata Elementary librarian Sandra Lumbreras, Dyslexia Teacher Karina Canales, and Principal Cynthia Salinas recently joined La Joya ISD for the exciting NASA Night event, hosted for the community. It was a fun-filled evening where Mrs. Lumbreras and Ms. Canales led an engaging constellation activity, bringing together children and parents for a hands-on experience in exploring the wonders of the night sky. A truly memorable night of learning and community bonding! 🌟🚀 #NASAEvent #CommunityEngagement #ZapataElementary#lajoyaisd#ljisd

🎉 Zapata Elementary students who participated in UIL events were rewarded with a fun-filled field trip to Main Event! 🏅 They celebrated their hard work and dedication alongside their amazing UIL coaches. Great job, students—your efforts truly paid off! 👏🎯 #UILProud #ZapataElementary

🌸 Our PK students at Zapata Elementary had a special celebration for Mother’s Day! With the help of our wonderful Music Teacher, Mr. Pepito, the students sang heartfelt Mother’s Day songs and shared smiles with their moms. We were so happy to have our PK mothers join us for this sweet moment. 💕 From all of us at Zapata Elementary, we wish all our amazing moms a Happy Mother’s Day Weekend! 💐

🎉 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to all the incredible teachers at La Joya ISD!🍎 Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and your efforts do not go unnoticed. Thank you for being the heart of our schools. 💙🍎 #TeacherAppreciationWeek #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

🌸🎓 Hello, May! 🎓🌸 La Joya ISD is blooming with celebrations, appreciation, and milestones all month long! From Teacher Appreciation Week 🍎 to Graduation Day 🎓, Mental Health Awareness Tuesdays 💚 to National Educational Bosses’ Week 🏆—we're closing out the school year strong! 💫 Don’t miss highlights like: 🛠️ Community Design Day 🛸 Family NASA Night 🥗 School Lunch Hero Day 📣 School Communicators Day 🎖️ Armed Forces Day 📚 Last Day of School – May 29! Let’s finish the year with pride and positivity! 🌟

It’s NASA Night at LJISD! 🚀 La Joya ISD is excited to welcome all K–5 families to our 5th Annual Family NASA Night! 🌌 Join us today, May 2, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at our La Joya ISD Planetarium for an evening full of hands-on experiments, STEM stations, and family fun! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Open to all LJISD elementary students in grades K–5. Don’t miss out on this out-of-this-world experience! 🌟 #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence #STEMNight

🚀 Tomorrow is the big day! Join us for La Joya ISD’s 5th Annual Family NASA Night! 🗓️ May 2 ⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM 📍 La Joya ISD Planetarium 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Open to all LJISD elementary students in grades K–5! #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence #STEMNight