š£ Calling all La Joya ISD Pre-K families!
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
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
ā° Reminder: Itās time to SPRING FORWARD!
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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ā° Recordatorio: Ā”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.
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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ā° Recordatorio: Ā”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.
š£ Attention La Joya ISD Families!
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”AtenciĆ³n 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
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”AtenciĆ³n 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
āļøāØ SUMMER just got smarter at La Joya ISD! āØāļø
Our Elementary STEAM Camp 2026 is coming back, and we are ready for our Pre-K3 through 5th-grade learners! ššš¬
From weekly themes šØ to 2 hours of daily STEAM enrichment š§Ŗš” to strengthening literacy āļø and building math skills ā - La Joya ISD is empowering our youngest learners through hands-on learning! š
š June 1ā26
ā° 8:00 AM ā 2:30 PM
š Breakfast, lunch & transportation provided
This summer, our students will DREAM š | EXPLORE š | CREATE šØ | INVENT š§
š² Registration is now open through Skyward!
Visit lajoyaisd.com/adsy for step-by-step enrollment instructions and full program details.
Our Elementary STEAM Camp 2026 is coming back, and we are ready for our Pre-K3 through 5th-grade learners! ššš¬
From weekly themes šØ to 2 hours of daily STEAM enrichment š§Ŗš” to strengthening literacy āļø and building math skills ā - La Joya ISD is empowering our youngest learners through hands-on learning! š
š June 1ā26
ā° 8:00 AM ā 2:30 PM
š Breakfast, lunch & transportation provided
This summer, our students will DREAM š | EXPLORE š | CREATE šØ | INVENT š§
š² Registration is now open through Skyward!
Visit lajoyaisd.com/adsy for step-by-step enrollment instructions and full program details.
La Joya ISD is partnering with the Childrenās Learning Institute at UTHealth Houston to better understand how families and schools work together to support childrenās learning. We invite you to complete a short Family Engagement Survey about your experiences with your childās school.
The survey takes 10ā15 minutes to complete.
It is available in English and Spanish.
Your responses are anonymous and confidential.
Participation is completely voluntary.
Deadline: The survey closes on March 31, 2026
Your feedback will help our district improve communication and family-school partnerships. No names or personal information will be collected.
Thank you for participating!
Hello! Our school is preparing for PK-3 Open Enrollment for the 2026ā2027 school year. If you have a child who will be 3 or 4 years old and may be eligible to enroll, please complete this quick survey:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBSaJDUQtjg5OeBJCku-orOhsAc0VYx3jtJeFNE_rsLpfn7A/viewform?usp=header
Thank you!
Hello! Our school is preparing for PK-3 Open Enrollment for the 2026ā2027 school year. If you have a child who will be 3 or 4 years old and may be eligible to enroll, please complete this quick survey:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBSaJDUQtjg5OeBJCku-orOhsAc0VYx3jtJeFNE_rsLpfn7A/viewform?usp=header
Thank you!
Thank you!
Dear Chapa Elementary Families,
This morning, at approximately 7:35 a.m., Chapa Elementary briefly went into an evacuation status after the campus fire alarm was activated.
All students and staff followed safety procedures and were safely evacuated. The La Joya ISD Emergency Management team responded promptly and investigated the situation. The activation was determined to have been caused by a cleaning spray, and no fire or safety threat was found on campus.
The evacuation was officially lifted at 7:55 a.m., and the campus returned to normal operations.
We appreciate the calm and cooperation of our students and staff as safety protocols were followed. The safety of our students and employees remains our top priority, and we are grateful for the quick response that allowed learning to continue with minimal disruption.
Thank you for your continued support and trust.
Sincerely,
Ayde Hinojosa
Estimadas familias de la Escuela Primaria Chapa:
Esta maƱana, aproximadamente a las 7:35 a. m., la Escuela Primaria Chapa entrĆ³ brevemente en estado de evacuaciĆ³n tras la activaciĆ³n de la alarma contra incendios.
Todos los estudiantes y el personal siguieron los protocolos de seguridad y fueron evacuados de manera segura. El Equipo de Manejo de Emergencias de La Joya ISD respondiĆ³ de inmediato e investigĆ³ la situaciĆ³n. Se determinĆ³ que la activaciĆ³n de la alarma fue causada por un producto de limpieza en aerosol, y no se encontrĆ³ ningĆŗn incendio ni amenaza a la seguridad en el plantel.
La evacuaciĆ³n se levantĆ³ oficialmente a las 7:55 a. m., y la escuela regresĆ³ a operaciones normales.
Agradecemos la calma y cooperaciĆ³n de nuestros estudiantes y personal mientras se siguieron los procedimientos de seguridad. La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y empleados sigue siendo nuestra mĆ”xima prioridad, y agradecemos la rĆ”pida respuesta que permitiĆ³ que las clases continuaran con una interrupciĆ³n mĆnima.
Gracias por su continuo apoyo y confianza.
Atentamente,
Ayde Hinojosa
š Valentineās Day Reminder š
Dear Parents & Families,
Please remember that no deliveries will be accepted for students on Friday, February 13.
This practice supports the safety of our school and helps protect valuable instructional time for our students.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support! ā¤ļø
ā° Friendly reminder for La Joya ISD families
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 9, 2026.
š Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
šØ Reminder šØ
No school tomorrow, Monday, February 9.
š Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
No school tomorrow, Monday, February 9.
š Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
ā° Friendly reminder for La Joya ISD families
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 9, 2026.
š Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 9, 2026.
š Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
Dear Chapa Elementary Families,
We want to share an update regarding an incident that occurred today at Chapa Elementary.
At approximately 2:20 p.m., the campus fire alarm was activated. As a precaution, staff immediately followed safety procedures and evacuated all students and staff from the building. All students and staff remained safe throughout the process.
The alarm was triggered by smoke from a food item being heated on campus. The Alton Fire Department responded promptly, confirmed the building was clear, and assisted with ventilating the area.
By 2:34 p.m., the evacuation was fully completed and closed. Once the building was deemed safe, students and staff returned inside, and normal campus operations resumed.
Thank you for your continued trust and support. Student and staff safety remains our top priority.
Ayde Hinojosa
Principal Chapa Elementary
We want to share an update regarding an incident that occurred today at Chapa Elementary.
At approximately 2:20 p.m., the campus fire alarm was activated. As a precaution, staff immediately followed safety procedures and evacuated all students and staff from the building. All students and staff remained safe throughout the process.
The alarm was triggered by smoke from a food item being heated on campus. The Alton Fire Department responded promptly, confirmed the building was clear, and assisted with ventilating the area.
By 2:34 p.m., the evacuation was fully completed and closed. Once the building was deemed safe, students and staff returned inside, and normal campus operations resumed.
Thank you for your continued trust and support. Student and staff safety remains our top priority.
Ayde Hinojosa
Principal Chapa Elementary
We want to hear from you! šļø
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 opiniĆ³n! 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 votaciĆ³n estĆ” abierta desde ahora hasta el 16 de febrero de 2026.
ā”ļø Vote aquĆ: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Su voz es importante. Ā”Gracias por ayudarnos a dar forma a nuestro calendario escolar!
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 opiniĆ³n! 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 votaciĆ³n estĆ” abierta desde ahora hasta el 16 de febrero de 2026.
ā”ļø Vote aquĆ: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Su voz es importante. Ā”Gracias por ayudarnos a dar forma a nuestro calendario escolar!
š Important Update from La Joya ISD
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 ActualizaciĆ³n importante de La Joya ISD
La Agencia de EducaciĆ³n 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 continuaciĆ³n el mensaje de la superintendenta, la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, dirigido a la comunidad.
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 ActualizaciĆ³n importante de La Joya ISD
La Agencia de EducaciĆ³n 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 continuaciĆ³n el mensaje de la superintendenta, la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, dirigido a la comunidad.
We want to hear from you! šļø
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 opiniĆ³n! 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 votaciĆ³n estĆ” abierta desde ahora hasta el 16 de febrero de 2026.
ā”ļø Vote aquĆ: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Su voz es importante. Ā”Gracias por ayudarnos a dar forma a nuestro calendario escolar!
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 opiniĆ³n! 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 votaciĆ³n estĆ” abierta desde ahora hasta el 16 de febrero de 2026.
ā”ļø Vote aquĆ: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Su voz es importante. Ā”Gracias por ayudarnos a dar forma a nuestro calendario escolar!
ā°āļø WEATHER UPDATE ā DELAYED START āļøā°
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 mantĆ©ngase seguro y continĆŗe pendiente de nuestras redes sociales y sitio web para actualizaciones oficiales.
š http://www.lajoyaisd.com/weather
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 mantĆ©ngase seguro y continĆŗe 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 ActualizaciĆ³n 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 autobĆŗs tambiĆ©n operarĆ”n 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 cĆ³moda 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.
šØ ATTENTION, LA JOYA ISD FAMILIES! šØ
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, mantĆ©nganse a salvo y continĆŗen atentos a nuestras plataformas de redes sociales, nuestro sitio web y el sistema de comunicaciĆ³n masiva para recibir actualizaciones oficiales.
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, mantĆ©nganse a salvo y continĆŗen atentos a nuestras plataformas de redes sociales, nuestro sitio web y el sistema de comunicaciĆ³n masiva para recibir actualizaciones oficiales.
āļø Weather Update ā Delayed Start (Monday, January 26, 2026) āļø
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 ActualizaciĆ³n 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 autobĆŗs tambiĆ©n operarĆ”n 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 cĆ³moda 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.
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 ActualizaciĆ³n 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 autobĆŗs tambiĆ©n operarĆ”n 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 cĆ³moda 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.
