š Reminder! š
This Friday, March 7, is a Professional Learning Day for teachers. Students will not have classes. šāļø Classes will resume on Monday, March 10. ā

šāØ Happy Read Across America Day! šš
Today, we celebrate the joy of reading and the magic of books! šš« Let's inspire a love for stories and imagination in every student!
š„ Reminder: Our Read Across America Dr. Seuss Week is packed with fun activities! š©š§¦š
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Here's what's coming up:
š¹ Monday, March 3 ā "Fox in Socks" Day! š¦š§¦ Wear your favorite crazy socks!
š¹ Tuesday, March 4 ā "Cat in the Hat" Day! š©š± Wear your favorite hat or Cat in the Hat attire!
š¹ Wednesday, March 5 ā "Oh, The Places You'll Go" Day! šš Wear your favorite college or team shirt!
š¹ Thursday, March 6 ā "Green Eggs & Ham" Day! š³š Wear your favorite shade of green!
Letās make this week Seusstastic and celebrate the power of reading together! šā¤ļøš #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence #drseussweek


š Happy Texas Independence Day! šØš±ā Today, we celebrate the rich history, pride, and resilience of the Lone Star State! šš¤ā¤ļø #TexasIndependenceDay #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

š March is National Athletic Training Month! š
A HUGE thank you to our incredible La Joya ISD Athletic Trainers for their dedication, expertise, and commitment to keeping our student-athletes safe and strong! šŖāļø Whether on the sidelines, in the training room, or behind the scenes, you are truly Champions in Health Care! šš½šš½
#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

š Hello, March! šš
La Joya ISD is buzzing with excitement this month! Get ready for incredible events, celebrations, and opportunities to connect. Mark your calendars because next week, weāre kicking off our La Joya Future Ready Learning Summits! š«āØ
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Summit Dates:
š Elementary School Summit ā March 3 | 5:30-7:00 PM
š Middle School Summit ā March 4 | 6:00-7:30 PM
š High School Summit ā March 6 | 6:00-7:30 PM
And donāt forgetāNO CLASSES for students on March 7! š
Spring Break is just around the corner from March 17-21 š¼āļø Take this time to recharge, spend time with loved ones, and come back ready to finish the school year strong! Letās make March a month of success and celebration! šš #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

Celebrating Excellence at Zapata Elementary!
We are incredibly proud to recognize two outstanding educators from our campus! Congratulations to Ms. Katia Gonzalez, 5th grade teacher, for earning the Master Teacher designation, and Ms. Belinda De Hoyos, 4th grade teacher, for achieving the Exemplary Teacher designation.
Their dedication to excellence in the classroom ensures that students not only grow academically but also develop the skills they need for future success in college and beyond. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to shaping the next generation!
A big congratulations from the entire Zapata Elementary family!
#ZapataElementary #TeacherExcellence #StudentGrowth #FutureReady
@lajoyaisd
#lajoyaisd
#ljisd





š¢ Ā”La Joya ISD invita a los padres de familia de la escuela primaria Emiliano Zapata a participar en las próximas Sesiones de Conversación Uno a Uno con Padres, diseƱadas para apoyar el Ć©xito de su hijo en el aƱo escolar 2025-2026! š¢
āļø Conozca las mejores oportunidades educativas para su hijo
āļø Hable sobre las opciones de campus y la logĆstica de transporte
āļø ReĆŗnase uno a uno con el personal escolar para hacer preguntas y compartir inquietudes
āļø Asegure una transición sin problemas para el próximo aƱo escolar
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CuƔndo: 5 de marzo de 2025
š Dónde: Biblioteca de Zapata Elementary
ā° Hora: 7:15 AM ā 4:00 PM
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CuƔndo: 6 de marzo de 2025
š Dónde: Biblioteca de Zapata Elementary
ā° Hora: 4:00 PM ā 6:00 PM
š¬ Ā”Estamos aquĆ para escucharlo y brindarle orientación!
š Para mĆ”s información, comunĆquese con la Oficina de Asistencia de Zapata Elementary al 956-323-2700
š” Ā”La excelencia educativa es el derecho de cada estudiante! Ā”Hagamos del 2025-2026 un gran aƱo escolar!

š¢ La Joya ISD invites Zapata Elementary parents to join the upcoming One-on-One Parent Conversation Sessions designed to support your childās success in the 2025-2026 school year! š¢
āļø Learn about the best educational opportunities for your child
āļø Discuss campus options and transportation logistics
āļø Meet with school staff one-on-one to ask questions and share any concerns
āļø Ensure a smooth transition for the upcoming school year
š
When: March 5, 2025
š Where: Zapata Elementary Library
ā° Time: 7:15 AM ā 4:00 PM
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When: March 6, 2025
š Where: Zapata Elementary Library
ā° Time: 4:00 PM ā 6:00 PM
š¬ Weāre here to listen and provide guidance!
š For more information, contact Zapata Elementary Attendance Office at 956-323-2700
š” Educational Excellence is the Right of Every Student! Letās make 2025-2026 a great school year!

š¢ REMINDER! š¢
š©āš« Elementary Parents ā Join us this Thursday for a Strategic Planning Town Hall Meeting focused on elementary schools! š«āØ
š
Thursday, Feb. 27
ā° 6:00 ā 7:30 PM
š La Joya ISD Central Office ā Tabasco Room (200 W. Expwy 83, La Joya, TX)
š
Save the Dates for Upcoming Meetings!
š High School Parents ā Monday, March 10 | 5:30 ā 7:00 PM
š« Middle School Parents ā Tuesday, March 25 | 5:30 ā 7:00 PM
š Location: La Joya Central Office ā Tabasco Room
Letās build a brighter future together! š”āØ

šš Zapata Elementary Migrant Students are ready for the school year with new backpacks from the Migrant Program! Students were excited to receive their backpacks, with some already using them and others saving them for next year. A big thank you to the Migrant Program for supporting our students and helping them start the school year off strong! š¼š #ZapataElementary #MigrantProgram #BackToSchool










šāØ Join Us for the La Joya ISD Future Ready Learning Summit! āØ
Weāre celebrating Texas Public Schools Week with events focused on student success and achievement! Donāt miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn about summer programs, review student progress, and get ready for the rest of the school year!
šļø Mark your calendars!
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Elementary School Summit ā Monday, March 3, 2025
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Middle School Summit ā Tuesday, March 4, 2025
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High School Summit ā Thursday, March 6, 2025
Get involved, stay informed, and celebrate the dedication of our students and educators! š”š
#TXPublicSchoolsWeek #ljisdlegacyofexcellence
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šāØ Ā”Ćnete a la Cumbre de Aprendizaje Listos para el Futuro de La Joya ISD! āØ
”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.
šļø Ā”Marca tu calendario!
š
Exposición de Escuelas Primarias ā lunes, 3 de marzo de 2025
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Exposición de Escuelas Secundarias ā martes, 4 de marzo de 2025
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Exposición de Escuelas Preparatorias ā jueves, 6 de marzo de 2025
Ā”InvolĆŗcrate, mantente informado y celebra el esfuerzo de nuestros estudiantes y educadores! š”š #ljisdlegacyofexcellence #SemanaEscuelasPĆŗblicasTX


šāØ Congratulations to the February Reading Challenge Winners at Zapata Elementary! š These amazing students each received two books of their choice, a sharpener, and a special "Love Your Books" bag to celebrate their hard work and love for reading. A huge thank you to all students who participated ā Mrs. Lumbreras, our school librarian, encourages you to keep reading and exploring new adventures through books. Keep up the great work! šš #ZapataElementary #ReadingChallenge #LoveYourBooks#ljisd#lajoyaisd










Migrant Parent Meeting.

š¢ REMINDER! š¢
š©āš« Elementary Parents ā Join us this Thursday for a Strategic Planning Town Hall Meeting focused on elementary schools! š«āØ
š
Thursday, Feb. 27
ā° 6:00 ā 7:30 PM
š La Joya ISD Central Office ā Tabasco Room (200 W. Expwy 83, La Joya, TX)
š
Save the Dates for Upcoming Meetings!
š High School Parents ā Monday, March 10 | 5:30 ā 7:00 PM
š« Middle School Parents ā Tuesday, March 25 | 5:30 ā 7:00 PM
š Location: La Joya Central Office ā Tabasco Room
Letās build a brighter future together! š”āØ

š£ Attention La Joya ISD Community! šØ
Your voice matters! Help shape the future of La Joya ISD by completing the Strategic Planning Survey today! šāØ
š Share your thoughts, priorities, and ideas to guide our district toward success. Together, we can create a brighter future for our students and community! š”š
ā³ The survey closes on February 28ādonāt miss your chance to be heard!
š Scan the QR code or click the link to participate today:
https://lajoyaisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bwIUIud5l0sdexE?Q_CHL=qr
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š£ Ā”Atención Comunidad de La Joya ISD! šØ
Ā”Tu voz es importante! AyĆŗdanos a dar forma al futuro de La Joya ISD completando la Encuesta de Planificación EstratĆ©gica hoy mismo. šāØ
š Comparte tus ideas, prioridades y sugerencias para guiar a nuestro distrito hacia el Ć©xito. Ā”Juntos, podemos crear un futuro mĆ”s brillante para nuestros estudiantes y comunidad! š”
ā³ La encuesta cierra el 28 de febreroāĀ”no pierdas la oportunidad de hacerte escuchar!
š 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
Ā”Hagamos un impactoātu opinión cuenta! ā¤ļøš


Celebrate Reading Across America at Zapata Elementary!
This first week of March, join us as we celebrate the joy of reading during Reading Across America Week! Our students will explore new worlds, embark on exciting adventures, and discover the power of books. Letās inspire young minds and encourage the love of reading at Zapata Elementary!
#ReadingAcrossAmerica #ZapataElementary #LoveOfReading #BookWeek2025


š¢ REMINDER FOR STAFF! š¢
Donāt forget to sign up for EMPOWERED: LEARN. ELEVATE. ENGAGE ā dynamic, hands-on professional learning sessions designed to elevate your skills! šš”
Join us on:
March 7, 2025
Compensation is available for eligible participants!
šFor a full list of professional development sessions and to sign up,
click the link below: https://apps.esc1.net/professionaldevelopment/LJISD
We are excited to support your continued commitment to professional growth at La Joya ISD! š

Texas Education Agency Deputy Commissioner Dr. Shannon Trejo Visits La Joya ISD! šāØ
Dr. Trejo met with our principals to discuss curriculum implementations that drive student success and elevate academic excellence. Her visit highlights La Joya ISDās commitment to innovative learning and high-quality instruction! šš #LegacyOfExcellence










š£ Attention La Joya ISD Community! šØ
We need YOUR voice to help shape the future of our district! šāØ The Strategic Planning Survey is NOW OPEN!
š 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! š”š
š Scan the QR code or click the link to participate today: https://lajoyaisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bwIUIud5l0sdexE?Q_CHL=qr
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š£ Ā”Atención comunidad de La Joya ISD! šØ
Ā”Necesitamos TU voz para dar forma al futuro de nuestro distrito! šāØ La Encuesta de Planeación EstratĆ©gica Ā”ESTĆ ABIERTA!
š Comparte tus ideas, prioridades y sugerencias para guiar a La Joya ISD hacia el Ć©xito. Ā”Juntos, podemos construir un futuro brillante para nuestros estudiantes y comunidad! š” š
š 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
Ā”Hagamos un impactoātu opinión cuenta! ā¤ļøš


"š Congratulations to the reading challenge winners at Zapata Elementary for February! šāØ Your dedication and hard work have truly paid off. Keep up the great reading, and continue to inspire those around you! We are so proud of you! š #ZapataReadingChallenge #FebruaryWinners #ReadingRocks"

