About Us
Our Mission
VISION
At Elodia R. Chapa Elementary our vision is to provide all students with educational opportunities that support excellence in academic achievement. We are dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing school environment where every child participates in experiences that promotes success in their social, emotional, and academic growth. Our goal is to provide students with a rich and diverse culture of learning so they can become worthy and contributing members of our society.
Our Mission
At Elodia R. Chapa Elementary, the campus mission is to provide all students with educational opportunities that support excellence in academic achievement. The staff is dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing school environment where every child participates in experiences that promotes success in their social, emotional, and academic growth. The goal for Chapa Elementary is to provide students with a rich and diverse culture of learning so they can become worthy and contributing members of our society.
History
Elodia R. Chapa Elementary School was established on May 21, 1994. The Board of Trustees of La Joya Independent School District dedicated this elementary school in honor of Mrs. Elodia R. Chapa.
Elodia R. Chapa was born in San Marcos, Texas on July 28, 1915. She was married to David Chapa, Jr. and was later blessed with three sons, Amancio, Mario and Jorge.
Elodia R. Chapa was amongst the first Hispanic females to receive her B. A. degree from Southwest Texas State in San Marcos, Texas. Mrs. Chapa later began her education career in Peñitas, Texas.
Mrs. Chapa was committed to her profession as an educator and believed in the importance of continuously having a positive outlook on life, striving to be the best she could be. Former students describe Mrs. Chapa as a beautiful, sweet and thoughtful person who loved life and attributed her zest for life to the pursuit of knowledge. Mrs. Chapa will always be remembered for believing that every day was a new opportunity to learn and that the education community was a place where “Kids Come First!”
Centennial Celebrations at Chapa Elementary!
Our 3-D Centennial Model Contest Participants Are Amazing!
We are so proud of the creativity and hard work our students poured into their centennial models! A big THANK YOU to all the parents who helped bring these incredible projects to life. Your support makes a big difference and truly helps our students shine!
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Centennial Tree Planting
Celebrating a Century of Growth!
Chapa Elementary proudly took part in La Joya ISD’s 100-year celebration with a beautiful Centennial Tree Planting Ceremony today!
Huge THANK YOU to our wonderful community sponsor Mr. Adan Tovar from Tovar’s Auto Service, our amazing parents, energetic Cheer & Dance Team, and outstanding Student Council for helping us honor this special milestone!
We’re planting more than just a tree—we’re planting roots of pride, tradition, and hope for future generations.
Special appreciation to Mrs. Lopez, Mr. Tovar, Mrs. Minton, and Mrs. Skelton for bringing this meaningful event to life for our students!
#ChapaCelebrates100 #LaJoyaISDCentennial #RootedInPride #GrowingStrong #StudentVoices #CommunitySupport #ProudToBeLaJoya La Joya ISD