La Joya ISD is NOW HIRING passionate professionals in Special Education for the 2026ā2027 school year! Join a team dedicated to supporting and empowering every student to succeed.
Open Positions:
ā Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP)
ā Speech Language Pathologist
ā Diagnostician
š¼ Competitive Salary
ā Excellent Benefits
š¤ Supportive Campuses & Leadership
š° $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and families, we invite you to join the La Joya ISD team!
š Visit www.lajoyaisd.com to learn more and apply.

La Joya ISD is NOW HIRING a High School Teacher / Offensive Coordinator for the 2026ā2027 school year! If youāre passionate about education, leadership, and building winning teams both in the classroom and on the field, we want to hear from you.
ā Dual Contract (Teaching + Coaching)
ā $11,000 Coaching Stipend
ā Competitive Teacher Salary
ā Teacher Incentive Allotment eligibility
ā Supportive campuses and leadership
Come make an impact with great students, great benefits, and great opportunities at La Joya ISD.
š Visit www.lajoyaisd.com to learn more and apply.

Your voice matters! We invite you to participate in our Family Engagement Survey Pilot as part of the Improving Kindergarten Reading Instruments (IKRI) initiative.
This quick 10ā15-minute survey is available in English and Spanish, and your responses are completely anonymous and confidential.
Your feedback will help strengthen family-school partnerships and ensure our youngest learners are supported every step of the way.
šļø Survey closes March 31, 2026
š± Scan the QR code to participate today!
#LaJoyaISD #FamilyEngagement #AchievingExcellenceTogether

Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow, Sunday, March 8.
Donāt forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed tonight.
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ⰠRecordatorio: ”Es hora de adelantar el reloj!
El horario de verano comienza maƱana, domingo 8 de marzo.
Recuerde adelantar su reloj una hora antes de acostarse esta noche.

There will be no classes for students on Friday, March 6, 2026, as staff participate in a Professional Learning Day dedicated to continued growth and instructional excellence.
š Classes will resume Monday, March 9, 2026.
Thank you for your continued support as we invest in our educators and strengthen learning across our district!
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š£ Ā”Atención Familias de La Joya ISD!
No habrĆ” clases para los estudiantes el viernes, 6 de marzo de 2026, ya que el personal participarĆ” en un DĆa de Aprendizaje Profesional dedicado al crecimiento continuo y la excelencia educativa.
š Las clases se reanudarĆ”n el lunes, 9 de marzo de 2026.
Ā”Gracias por su continuo apoyo mientras invertimos en nuestros educadores y fortalecemos el aprendizaje en todo el distrito!š«āØ

La Joya ISD is excited to offer engaging, hands-on summer learning opportunities for our middle school students from June 1 to July 10, 2026!
From ADSY and STEM & Technology Camps to English Language Enrichment and TexPREP at UTRGV, our programs are designed to strengthen academic skills, spark curiosity, and prepare students for future success. š
ā Literacy & Math Enrichment
ā STEAM & Robotics
ā Engineering & Digital Design
ā College & Career Readiness
š Breakfast, lunch, and transportation will be provided.
š Limited seats available - register today via Skyward.
š For more information, visit https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/summer-programs
Letās make this a summer of growth, innovation, and achievement! šŖ

La Joya ISD middle school families are invited to join campuses this evening from 6:00ā7:30 PM as we celebrate Texas Public Schools Week! ā¤ļøš
Connect with teachers and staff, visit classrooms, and learn about important updates, including summer programs, STAAR information, attendance expectations, and college & career readiness.
We look forward to welcoming families and strengthening the partnership that supports student success. š«
#LaJoyaISD #TexasPublicSchoolsWeek #AchievingExcellenceTogether

At its January 21, 2026, board meeting, the La Joya ISD School Board approved school actions to improve academic quality, address a decade-long enrollment decline of more than 8,000 students, and ensure financial stability. Following months of analysis and engagement with over 900 stakeholders, these actions align district resources to better support student success. Student families and district employees received information today outlining impacts, timelines, and next steps.
Questions from students and families may be directed to the campus principal or to the Student, Family, and Community Engagement Office at 956-323-2150 or admissions@lajoyaisd.net. Staff questions should be directed to the Department of Human Capital and Talent Development at 956-323-2600. Additional updates are available at www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions.
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ACCIONES ESCOLARES APROBADAS DE LA JOYA ISD
En su reunión del 21 de enero de 2026, la Junta Escolar de La Joya ISD aprobó acciones escolares para mejorar la calidad acadĆ©mica, atender la disminución de matrĆcula de mĆ”s de 8,000 estudiantes durante la Ćŗltima dĆ©cada y garantizar la estabilidad financiera. Tras meses de anĆ”lisis y de participación de mĆ”s de 900 miembros de la comunidad, estas acciones alinean los recursos del distrito para brindar un mejor apoyo al Ć©xito estudiantil. Las familias de los estudiantes y los empleados del distrito recibieron hoy información que detalla los impactos, los plazos y los próximos pasos.
Las preguntas de estudiantes y familias pueden dirigirse al director(a) del plantel o a la Oficina de Participación de Estudiantes, Familias y Comunidad al 956-323-2150 o a admissions@lajoyaisd.net. Las preguntas del personal deben dirigirse al Departamento de Capital Humano y Desarrollo del Talento al 956-323-2600. Se pueden consultar actualizaciones adicionales en www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions.


This morning at approximately 8:14 a.m., the fire alarm on campus was activated. The fire department quickly arrived to check the nature of the alarm. It was determined that the alarm was triggered by a panel being serviced and not by an actual fire.
At no time was there any threat to students or staff. By 8:43 a.m., the situation was resolved, and the campus returned to normal operations.
The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority, and we thank you for your understanding.
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Estimadas familias de la Escuela Secundaria Cesar Chavez,
Esta mañana, aproximadamente a las 8:14 a. m., se activó la alarma contra incendios en el plantel. El departamento de bomberos llegó rÔpidamente para revisar la causa de la alarma. Se determinó que la alarma fue provocada por un panel que estaba siendo reparado y no por un incendio real.
En ningún momento hubo amenaza para los estudiantes ni el personal. A las 8:43 a. m., la situación quedó resuelta y el plantel retomó sus operaciones normales.
La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal sigue siendo nuestra mÔxima prioridad, y agradecemos su comprensión.
No school tomorrow, Monday, February 9.
š Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 9, 2026.
š Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

Parents, staff, and community members are invited to review and vote on the proposed La Joya ISD 2026ā2027 school year calendar options.
š³ļø Voting is open now through February 16, 2026.
ā”ļø Vote here: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Your voice matters. Thank you for helping shape our school calendar!
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Ā”Queremos escuchar su opinión! šļø
Se invita a padres de familia, personal y miembros de la comunidad a revisar y votar sobre las opciones propuestas del calendario escolar 2026ā2027 de La Joya ISD.
š³ļø La votación estĆ” abierta desde ahora hasta el 16 de febrero de 2026.
ā”ļø Vote aquĆ: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Su voz es importante. ”Gracias por ayudarnos a dar forma a nuestro calendario escolar!


The Texas Education Agency has extended the authority of the Board of Managers through Feb. 1, 2028.
ā”ļø View the TEA letter here:
š https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/tea-intervention
ā¬ļø Read Superintendent Dr. Marcey Sorensenās message to the community below.
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š Actualización importante de La Joya ISD
La Agencia de Educación de Texas ha extendido la autoridad de la Junta de Administradores hasta el 1 de febrero de 2028.
ā”ļø Consulte la carta de la TEA aquĆ:
š https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/tea-intervention
ā¬ļø Lea a continuación el mensaje de la superintendenta, la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, dirigido a la comunidad.



Parents, staff, and community members are invited to review and vote on the proposed La Joya ISD 2026ā2027 school year calendar options.
š³ļø Voting is open now through February 16, 2026.
ā”ļø Vote here: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Your voice matters. Thank you for helping shape our school calendar!
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Ā”Queremos escuchar su opinión! šļø
Se invita a padres de familia, personal y miembros de la comunidad a revisar y votar sobre las opciones propuestas del calendario escolar 2026ā2027 de La Joya ISD.
š³ļø La votación estĆ” abierta desde ahora hasta el 16 de febrero de 2026.
ā”ļø Vote aquĆ: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Su voz es importante. ”Gracias por ayudarnos a dar forma a nuestro calendario escolar!


Due to expected inclement weather, all La Joya ISD schools will have a 1-hour delayed start on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
š Bus routes will also run one hour later than normal.
š©āš« Teachers and staff report at their regular time.
šØš All athletic and fine arts practices scheduled for the morning are canceled.
Please stay safe and continue to monitor our website and social media for official updates.
š http://www.lajoyaisd.com/weather
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ā°āļø ACTUALIZACIĆN DEL CLIMA ā INICIO TARDĆO āļøā°
Debido a las condiciones climƔticas previstas, todas las escuelas de La Joya ISD tendrƔn un inicio retrasado de 1 hora el martes 27 de enero de 2026.
š Las rutas de autobĆŗs tambiĆ©n operarĆ”n con una hora de retraso.
š©āš« El personal y los maestros deben reportarse a su hora regular.
šØš Todas las prĆ”cticas matutinas de atletismo y bellas artes quedan canceladas.
Por favor manténgase seguro y continúe pendiente de nuestras redes sociales y sitio web para actualizaciones oficiales.
š http://www.lajoyaisd.com/weather




āļøREMINDER Weather Update ā Delayed Start (Monday, January 26, 2026) āļø
Elementary ACE: 8:30 AM
Elementary: 8:35 AM
Middle Schools: 9:15 AM
High Schools: 9:35 AM
Early College: 9:45 AM
Bus routes will also operate on a one-hour delay.
Teachers and staff should report at their regular time.
Morning athletic and fine arts practices are canceled.
Students may dress comfortably and warmly, uniforms will not be required, and hot chocolate will be available in cafeterias Monday morning. ā
Please continue to monitor our official channels for updates:
š http://lajoyaisd.com/weather
š± Social media & mass notifications
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āļø RECORDATORIO Actualización del clima ā Inicio retrasado (lunes, 26 de enero de 2026) āļø
Primaria ACE: 8:30 AM
Primaria: 8:35 AM
Secundarias: 9:15 AM
Preparatorias: 9:35 AM
Early College: 9:45 AM
Las rutas de autobús también operarÔn con un retraso de una hora.
Los maestros y el personal deberƔn reportarse a su hora regular.
Las prƔcticas matutinas de atletismo y artes escƩnicas quedan canceladas.
Los estudiantes pueden vestirse de manera cómoda y abrigada no se requerirĆ” uniforme y habrĆ” chocolate caliente disponible en las cafeterĆas el lunes por la maƱana. ā
Por favor, continĆŗe atento a nuestras fuentes oficiales para actualizaciones:
š http://lajoyaisd.com/weather
š± Redes sociales y mensajes del distrito
La seguridad de nuestra comunidad es nuestra prioridad.




Our La Joya ISD family has been sharing great questions, and weāre thankful for the care you show in keeping your children safe.
To help you plan for Mondayās delayed start, weāve gathered answers to the most common questions in this quick FAQ. Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and for being part of our La Joya ISD family as we get through this cold weather together. āļøā
Please stay safe and continue to monitor our social media platforms, website, and mass communication system for official updates.
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šØ Ā”ATENCIĆN, FAMILIAS DE LA JOYA ISD! šØ
Nuestra familia de La Joya ISD ha compartido excelentes preguntas, y agradecemos el cuidado que demuestran para mantener a sus hijos seguros.
Para ayudarles a planificar el inicio retrasado del lunes, hemos reunido las respuestas a las preguntas mĆ”s comunes en este breve FAQ. Gracias por su paciencia, flexibilidad y por ser parte de la familia de La Joya ISD mientras atravesamos juntos este clima frĆo. āļøā
Por favor, manténganse a salvo y continúen atentos a nuestras plataformas de redes sociales, nuestro sitio web y el sistema de comunicación masiva para recibir actualizaciones oficiales.




Due to expected inclement weather, all La Joya ISD schools will have a 1-hour delayed start for students on Monday, January 26.
Bus routes will also operate on a one-hour delay.
Teachers and staff should report at their regular time.
Morning athletic and fine arts practices are canceled.
Students may dress comfortably and warmly, uniforms will not be required, and hot chocolate will be available in cafeterias Monday morning. ā
Please continue to monitor our official channels for updates:
š http://lajoyaisd.com/weather
š± Social media & mass notifications
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āļø Actualización del clima ā Inicio retrasado (lunes, 26 de enero de 2026) āļø
Debido a las condiciones climƔticas adversas previstas, todas las escuelas de La Joya ISD tendrƔn un inicio retrasado de 1 hora para los estudiantes el lunes 26 de enero.
Las rutas de autobús también operarÔn con un retraso de una hora.
Los maestros y el personal deberƔn reportarse a su hora regular.
Las prƔcticas matutinas de atletismo y artes escƩnicas quedan canceladas.
Los estudiantes pueden vestirse de manera cómoda y abrigada no se requerirĆ” uniforme y habrĆ” chocolate caliente disponible en las cafeterĆas el lunes por la maƱana. ā
Por favor, continĆŗe atento a nuestras fuentes oficiales para actualizaciones:
š http://lajoyaisd.com/weather
š± Redes sociales y mensajes del distrito
La seguridad de nuestra comunidad es nuestra prioridad.


āļø LA JOYA ISD WEATHER WATCH āļø
š
Friday, January 23, 2026 | š” 6:30 PM
La Joya ISD is closely monitoring the weather conditions forecasted for next week ā Monday, January 26, and Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
At this time, regular school hours will continue as scheduled for both days. š«
The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority, and we will continue to share updates as needed over the weekend.
š Please review the graphic for community resources and shelter locations in case they are needed.
š Stay connected with us for official updates at www.lajoyaisd.com/weather
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āļø VIGILANCIA DEL CLIMA ā LA JOYA ISD āļø
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Viernes, 23 de enero del 2026 | š” 6:30 p. m.
La Joya ISD estĆ” monitoreando de cerca las condiciones del clima pronosticadas para la próxima semana ā lunes 26 de enero y martes 27 de enero de 2026.
En este momento, las clases continuarĆ”n en su horario regular ambos dĆas. š«
La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal sigue siendo nuestra mÔxima prioridad, y continuaremos compartiendo actualizaciones según sea necesario durante el fin de semana.
š Favor de revisar la grĆ”fica para conocer los recursos comunitarios y las ubicaciones de refugios en caso de ser necesarios.
š MantĆ©ngase conectado con nosotros para recibir actualizaciones oficiales en www.lajoyaisd.com/weather


At its January 21, 2026, board meeting, the La Joya ISD School Board approved school actions aimed at improving academic quality, addressing a decade-long enrollment decline of more than 8,000 students, and ensuring financial stability. The decisions followed months of analysis and community engagement involving over 935 stakeholders and are intended to better align resources, strengthen academic programs, and support student success across the district. Updates and additional information will continue to be shared at www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions.


