
📚✨ Congratulations to the February Reading Challenge Winners at Zapata Elementary! 🎉 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 — Mrs. Lumbreras, our school librarian, encourages you to keep reading and exploring new adventures through books. Keep up the great work! 🌟📖 #ZapataElementary #ReadingChallenge #LoveYourBooks#ljisd#lajoyaisd











Migrant Parent Meeting.


📢 REMINDER! 📢
👩🏫 Elementary Parents – Join us this Thursday for a Strategic Planning Town Hall Meeting focused on elementary schools! 🏫✨
📅 Thursday, Feb. 27
⏰ 6:00 – 7:30 PM
📍 La Joya ISD Central Office – Tabasco Room (200 W. Expwy 83, La Joya, TX)
📅 Save the Dates for Upcoming Meetings!
🎓 High School Parents – Monday, March 10 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM
🏫 Middle School Parents – Tuesday, March 25 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: La Joya Central Office – Tabasco Room
Let’s build a brighter future together! 💡✨


📣 Attention La Joya ISD Community! 🚨
Your voice matters! Help shape the future of La Joya ISD by completing the Strategic Planning Survey today! 📝✨
📌 Share your thoughts, priorities, and ideas to guide our district toward success. Together, we can create a brighter future for our students and community! 💡🌟
⏳ The survey closes on February 28—don’t miss your chance to be heard!
👉 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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📣 ¡Atención Comunidad de La Joya ISD! 🚨
¡Tu voz es importante! Ayúdanos a dar forma al futuro de La Joya ISD completando la Encuesta de Planificación Estratégica hoy mismo. 📝✨
📌 Comparte tus ideas, prioridades y sugerencias para guiar a nuestro distrito hacia el éxito. ¡Juntos, podemos crear un futuro más brillante para nuestros estudiantes y comunidad! 💡
⏳ La encuesta cierra el 28 de febrero—¡no pierdas la oportunidad de hacerte escuchar!
👉 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! ❤️📚



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. Let’s inspire young minds and encourage the love of reading at Zapata Elementary!
#ReadingAcrossAmerica #ZapataElementary #LoveOfReading #BookWeek2025



📢 REMINDER FOR STAFF! 📢
Don’t forget to sign up for EMPOWERED: LEARN. ELEVATE. ENGAGE – dynamic, hands-on professional learning sessions designed to elevate your skills! 🌟💡
Join us on:
March 7, 2025
Compensation is available for eligible participants!
👉For 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! 🎉


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











📣 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
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📣 ¡Atención comunidad de La Joya ISD! 🚨
¡Necesitamos TU voz para dar forma al futuro de nuestro distrito! 📝✨ La Encuesta de Planeación Estratégica ¡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! ❤️📚



"🎉 Congratulations to the reading challenge winners at Zapata Elementary for February! 📚✨ 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! 🙌 #ZapataReadingChallenge #FebruaryWinners #ReadingRocks"


🚀 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
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🎓✨ ¡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

