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”YA 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£ 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
Letās make an impactāyour input matters! ā¤ļøš
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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”YA 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


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āØš¢ Important Update, La Joya ISD Family! āØ
Monday, February 10, 2025, will be a NO-CLASS DAY for students!
š Teachers and staff will use this time to plan and prepare for our amazing students' success.
š Staff will report as scheduled. Check the notice for all the details! š
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āØš¢ Ā”Actualización importante Familias de La Joya ISD! āØ
El lunes 10 de febrero de 2025 serĆ” un dĆa SIN CLASES para los estudiantes.
š Ā”Nuestros maestros y personal estarĆ”n planeando y preparĆ”ndose para el Ć©xito de nuestros increĆbles estudiantes!
š El personal se presentarĆ” como estĆ” programado. Ā”Revise el aviso para todos los detalles! š

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! š
š° A big thank you to our incredible UIL coaches for their unwavering support and pride in every studentās growth and success. Our coaches are proud to have guided such talented students! You all make us so proud! š #UILStars #ProudCoaches #ZapataElementary#ljisd










Zapata Elementaryās 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




"š 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! š #NationalCounselorsWeek #ThankYouMrsPolito #ZapataElementary" #ljisd

š¢ La Joya ISD Stands with Our Families! š¢
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. ššāØ
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š¢ Ā”La Joya ISD Apoya a Nuestras Familias! š¢
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. ššāØ






šāØ Celebrate National Library Lovers Month at Zapata Elementary! āØš
From 2/10/25 to 2/14/25, weāre celebrating the love of reading and libraries with a fun-filled week of activities. Parents, weād love for you to get involved! Encourage your child to participate in the exciting events we have planned to foster a love for books and learning.
Letās make this week memorable and inspiring for all our young readers! š
#NationalLibraryLoversMonth #ZapataElementary #ReadingRocks #LibraryFun


Kudos to the teachers and students for achieving an impressive 98% attendance as a campus! This remarkable accomplishment reflects dedication, discipline, and teamwork. Well done!

Kindness Week at Zapata Elementary: Spreading Positivity with Character Kids
During Kindness Week, our incredible Character Kids, led by Counselor Mrs. Polito, worked tirelessly to spread positivity and promote kindness throughout the school! These compassionate leaders visited classrooms to engage students in meaningful discussions about emotions and the importance of having a "green heart."
They read heartwarming stories, shared treats in some classes, and even delivered inspiring daily announcements to kickstart each day with kind words. The school was filled with love, compassion, and connection, making this week truly unforgettable.
A huge thank-you to our amazing Character Kids for leading by example and making Zapata Elementary a kinder place!
#zapataelementary#kindnessweek#characterkids#ljisd#lajoyaisd#leadership










Dear Parents,
We are excited to announce our February Reading Challenge! This is a fantastic opportunity for students to foster a love for reading while enhancing their literacy skills. We encourage you to support your child as they take part in this fun and educational activity, which helps build a lifelong love of books and reading.
Thank you for your continued support!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Lumbreras
Librarian

**Zapata Elementary Celebrates 100 Days of Learning!**
Zapata Elementary marked 100 days of school with fun and creative celebrations! Teachers led engaging activities in their classrooms, and students came dressed in festive 100-day attire, showcasing their creativity and school spirit. It was a joyful milestone filled with learning, laughter, and unforgettable memories! šš#zapataelementary#ljisd







**Career Day at Zapata Elementary**
Today, Zapata Elementary students had the opportunity to learn from amazing professionals during Career Day! Guests from the Border Patrol, Police and Fire Departments, STC, State Farm Insurance, and other organizations shared insights about their careers and emphasized the importance of education.
A special thank-you to Ms. Polito for organizing this inspiring event and to all our guests for taking the time to visit and inspire our future leaders! ššš#zapataelementary#ljisd









**Engaging Lessons at Zapata Elementary**
Zapata Elementary teachers and students are diving into exciting, hands-on learning experiences with Eureka Math and Reading activities! From problem-solving to building literacy skills, classrooms are filled with curiosity, creativity, and growth. Keep up the amazing work, Zapata scholars and educators! šāļø#zapataelementary#ljisd#lajoyaisd#learning



š La Joya ISD Stands for Student Support & Inclusion! š
At La Joya ISD, we are committed to ensuring a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all students. As national conversations on immigration continue, we remain dedicated to protecting, uplifting, and guiding our students and families. ššTogether, we create a school community where every student feels safe, valued, and supported.
š¢ Read the letter below from our Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Marcey Sorensen, for more details.
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š Ā”La Joya ISD Apoya a Nuestros Estudiantes y Promueve la Inclusión! š
En La Joya ISD, estamos comprometidos a garantizar un entorno de aprendizaje seguro, solidario e inclusivo para todos nuestros estudiantes. A medida que continĆŗan las conversaciones nacionales sobre inmigración, seguimos dedicados a proteger, apoyar y guiar a nuestros estudiantes y sus familias. šš
Juntos, creamos una comunidad escolar donde cada estudiante se sienta seguro, valorado y apoyado.
š¢ Lea la carta a continuación de nuestra Superintendente Escolar, la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, para mĆ”s detalles.


Calendar of Events for the month of February.

šš Congratulations to our January Reading Challenge Winners at Zapata Elementary! šš
A huge thank you to everyone who participated this month ā your love for reading is truly inspiring! Keep up the great work and letās continue to turn those pages in February. šāØ
#ReadingChallenge #ZapataElementary #KeepReading #BookLovers#ljisd#lajoyaisd






"Big congratulations to Mrs. Belinda De Hoyos for winning the Fierce Leadership Stick! š Her dedication and exceptional leadership in the classroom at Zapata Elementary have made a lasting impact on her students. Thank you for inspiring and shaping the future with your passion and commitment! š #FierceLeadership #TeacherOfTheYear #ZapataElementary"

"š This week at Zapata Elementary, our Character Kids had the honor of making announcements alongside Counselor Ms. Polito and Principal Cynthia Salinas to kick off Kindness Week! Each Character Kid shared an inspiring message of kindness to spread positivity throughout our campus. Letās continue to spread love and kindness all week long! š #KindnessWeek #CharacterKids #ZapataElementary" #ljisd


