Emiliano Zapata Elementary School

⚠️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. **************************** ⚠️ 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.

Engaged learning in action! Our students are unleashing their creativity and excelling at their best through hands on activities, dynamic presentations, and immersive learning experiences on their devices. #zapataelementary #lajoyaisd #handsonlearning #studentsuccess

🎉✨ 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

We are thrilled to share that our dedicated librarian, Mrs. Lumbreras, has been awarded a generous amount of $2000 from the incredible Clem Garza to buy books. This fantastic contribution will enhance our library collection allowing us to bring books our students will enjoy reading and enhance their learning in reading. A heartfelt thank you to Clem Garza for recognizing the importance of libraries and investing in the joy of reading. #zapataelementary #lajoyaisd #librarylove

Food distribution flyer.

Thank you Frito Lay for your Chtistmas gifts for 1st grade students. #zapataelementary

Excitement and appreciation filled the hallways as Hidalgo Port of Entry Veterans filled the school lobby with girls and boys bicycles for Christmas! Thank you to each one of them and to Ms. Sarah Torres, Instructional Coach at La Joya ISD. “ Ellos son tan buenos y pensaron en nosotros, stated Zuriel Flores, second grade student at the school. #lajoyaisd #zapataelementary

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. 🎉

📣Just a Friendly Reminder! No early release on Friday, December 15, 2023. Students have a regular school day.

Congratulations for having the highest attendance average as a class. #attendance #zapataelementary #lajoyaisd

Congratulations to Ms. Gonzalez 4th grade Class, Ms. Garcia 5th grade Class and Ms. Alanis 3rd grade Class for being the highest in word count for six consecutive weeks in reading. Way to go and keep that reading going! #zapataelementary #lajoyaisd #readingmatters

Congratulations to Sebastian Lumbreras for winning the Precinct 3 Christmas Card Contest for the second consecutive time. Commissioner Everardo " Ever" Villarreal personally presented Sebastian Lumbreras with the well deserved prize. The atmosphere was electric as Commissioner "Ever" Villarreal commended Sebastian for his outstanding creativity for spreading holiday cheer. #christmascontestchampion #lajoyaisd #zapataelementary

Zapata Outstanding Achievement at Science Fair! We're thrilled to announce that Sebastian Lumbreras has received 1st place in the Science Fair Project! In addition to Sebastians' exceptional performance, we are proud to acknowledge the outstanding efforts of Ms. Alvizo's class and Ms. Suchil's class for getting 3rd place. Congratulations for their remarkable achievements in the Science Fair! #sciencefairsuccess #zapataelementary @lajoyaisd #lajoyaisd

💎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. ************************************************* 💎 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.

Thanks to La Joya ISD our students at Zapata Elementary enjoyed their brand new playgrounds just in time for the holidays! Talk about spreading holiday cheer! Their smiles, laughs and enjoyment were like music to our ears! ❤️ #lajoyaisd #zapataelementary

Congratulations are in place! 🎊🫶🏽 Ms. Gonzalez ‘s class completed the word “READER”. They were the top 4th grade class, with the most word count, for 6 weeks in a row! #lajoyaisd #zapataelementary

Congratulations to our newest Master Star Readers for reaching more than 1 million words. Way to go! Boys and Girls lets keep up the reading! #zapataelementary #lajoyaisd

Reading Race Challenge for the month of December.

Thank you to our Zapata Family that were able to participate in today’s Kickball Tournament 🏟️ ! ❤️🥳

Congratulations are in place!