La Joya Early College High School

📢 The Pack Connection – June 2025 Issue is here! 🗞️ In this issue: 🎓 We celebrate the Class of 2025 — 1,772 graduates, $9.4 million in scholarships, and a legacy of excellence. 🥎 La Joya ISD honors Coach Carlos “Rod” Rodriguez with a field dedication recognizing decades of impact. 🎉 Our Centennial Time Capsule Ceremony captures a century of pride, even in the rain! 📖 La Joya ISD earns national recognition for literacy success through Lexia programs. 💰 Financial accountability progress: updates from the district’s comprehensive financial assessment. 🌞 Summer learning, athletic camps, and more are in full swing! ✨ Read the full newsletter to see how we’re celebrating accomplishments and building for the future. 📲The Pack Connection June 2025 Edition: https://5il.co/3hwif

☀️ Friendly Reminder: La Joya ISD Administration Building – Summer Hours 🕒 📅 Monday–Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 🚫 Closed on Fridays 📌 July 1–11: District closed for summer break 📆 July 14: Normal hours resume (Monday–Friday) #LJISDSummerUpdate #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

🌞💦 Get ready to make a splash this summer at the La Joya ISD Aquatic Center opening to the public TOMORROW, May 30, 2025! 🏊‍♀️🌟 🎉 Enjoy fun in the sun 7 days a week from 2 PM – 8 PM and sign up for swimming lessons for just $50 per child! 🐠👧🧒 ☀️ Class times available: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, 5 PM & 6 PM 🗓️ Multiple session dates from June through August! 🎟️ Entry: $5 Children | $8 Adults (Credit/Debit Only) 🍿 Concession stand available — no outside food or drinks permitted. 📍Location: 1801 Western Rd., Mission, TX 📞 For more info, contact Xavier Escobedo at 956-323-2162 Let the summer fun begin! 🌊

🏃‍♂️🔥 GET READY TO RUN, JUMP, & SHINE! 🌟👟 The City of Palmview Parks & Recreation in partnership with La Joya ISD is bringing the heat this ☀️ SUMMER 2025 with our exciting TRACK Program for ALL kids ages 5–17! 🎽💪 📅 Registration Dates: 🗓️ May 12–30, 2025 🕙 Monday–Friday | 10 AM – 6 PM 📍603 Palmview Commercial Dr., Palmview, TX 💻 Or register online: cityofpalmview.gov 💲 Fee: $60 per participant 💳 Payment by Money Order or Credit/Debit Card 📄 Birth certificate may be required 📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register now! Let’s make this summer FAST, FUN, and FULL of MEMORIES! 🏅🔥

🙌 Today, we celebrated a legacy of dedication at La Joya ISD! 💫 We proudly honored our incredible employees for their 25, 30, 35, 40, and even 45 years of service — with one outstanding individual reaching an amazing 45 YEARS! 👏🎓 Together, these milestones represent a combined total of 3,740 years of commitment, heart, and excellence poured into our students and schools. 💛📚 Thank you, La Joya ISD family, for your service. You are the heartbeat of our district! 💐🐾 #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence Full album in link below: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1YBjZYb8T7/

Practice Gratitude: Writing down three things you're grateful for can increase happiness and decrease depression. ✍️ Source: University of California, Berkeley

La Joya ISD's Summer Athletic Program kicks off June 2–27, 2025 at La Joya HS, Juarez-Lincoln HS, and Palmview HS! 🐾🏆 📅 Monday–Friday ⏰ 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM 🥞🍽️ Breakfast & lunch provided 📋 📱 Scan the QR code or contact your campus coach to register today! 🚗 Note: Students must provide their own transportation 💪 Daily athletic activities to stay strong, train hard, and level up your game all summer long! Don’t miss it! 🏈⚽🏀🏐

🔴 ATTENTION PARENTS: SAFETY WARNING REGARDING STUDENT DEVICES La Joya ISD is alerting families about a dangerous social media trend that encourages students to insert metal objects (such as paper clips) into Chromebook charging ports. This behavior can cause permanent damage, fires, and serious injuries. ⚠️ This is a serious safety hazard and will result in disciplinary action and may lead to criminal charges under Texas law. ➡️ Please speak with your child about the proper use of school-issued devices and the serious consequences of misusing them. Thank you for helping us keep our students and campuses safe. **************************************************** 🔴 ATENCIÓN PADRES: ADVERTENCIA DE SEGURIDAD SOBRE DISPOSITIVOS ESTUDIANTILES La Joya ISD alerta a las familias sobre una peligrosa tendencia en redes sociales que alienta a los estudiantes a insertar objetos metálicos (como clips) en los puertos de carga de las Chromebooks. Esta acción puede causar daños permanentes, incendios y lesiones graves. ⚠️ Este comportamiento representa un grave riesgo y puede resultar en sanciones disciplinarias y cargos penales bajo la ley de Texas. ➡️ Por favor, hable con su hijo/a sobre el uso adecuado de los dispositivos escolares y las graves consecuencias de su mal uso. Gracias por ayudarnos a mantener la seguridad en nuestras escuelas.

📢🎉 The May 2025 Edition of The Pack Connection is HERE! From our Centennial Tree Planting 🌳 to Community Design Day 🗣️, record ADSY enrollment 🚀, and our upcoming graduation of 1,600+ amazing seniors 🎓 This issue is packed with celebration, progress, and pride! 🐾❤️ 📰 Check out the latest stories, updates, and district highlights that showcase the heart of La Joya ISD. 👉 Read it now: https://5il.co/3fnlg

🎉 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to all the incredible teachers at La Joya ISD!🍎 Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and your efforts do not go unnoticed. Thank you for being the heart of our schools. 💙🍎 #TeacherAppreciationWeek #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

🌸🎓 Hello, May! 🎓🌸 La Joya ISD is blooming with celebrations, appreciation, and milestones all month long! From Teacher Appreciation Week 🍎 to Graduation Day 🎓, Mental Health Awareness Tuesdays 💚 to National Educational Bosses’ Week 🏆—we're closing out the school year strong! 💫 Don’t miss highlights like: 🛠️ Community Design Day 🛸 Family NASA Night 🥗 School Lunch Hero Day 📣 School Communicators Day 🎖️ Armed Forces Day 📚 Last Day of School – May 29! Let’s finish the year with pride and positivity! 🌟

🎉📣Exciting News, La Joya ISD! We’re proud to share that La Joya ISD has earned a “B” rating from the Texas Education Agency! 🅱️👏 This accomplishment reflects the hard work of our students, staff, families, and community — and we’re just getting started! 💪📚 Let’s keep growing, learning, and shining together! 🌟 🔗 Find more info about your child’s school in the link below: https://www.txschools.gov/?lng=en #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

#FlashbackFriday to our June 2023 visit to South Texas College! 🎓✨

📚✨ Happy World Reading Day! ✨📚 Today, we celebrate the power of books — to spark imagination, share knowledge, and connect us across time and cultures. Whether you're into gripping mysteries, epic fantasies, or thought-provoking non-fiction, there's a book out there that can change your world. Take a moment today to open a book, read a page, and let your mind wander. Let’s keep the magic of reading alive for ourselves and future generations! 🌍❤️📖 ------------------------------------------------ 📚✨ ¡Feliz Día Mundial del Libro! ✨📚 Hoy celebramos el poder de los libros: para despertar la imaginación, compartir conocimientos y conectarnos a través del tiempo y las culturas. Ya sea que te gusten los misterios emocionantes, las fantasías épicas o la no ficción que te hace reflexionar, siempre hay un libro capaz de cambiar tu mundo. Tómate un momento hoy para abrir un libro, leer una página y dejar volar tu mente. ¡Mantengamos viva la magia de la lectura para nosotros y para las futuras generaciones! 🌍❤️📖

🎉 Happy Administrative Professionals' Day!🎉 Join us in celebrating the outstanding secretaries, administrative assistants, and office staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes to support our students, staff, and campuses every day. 👩‍💻🏫✨ Thank you for keeping everything organized, welcoming, and running smoothly — we appreciate you today and always! 🙌 #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence

📅 Tuesday Reminder – Parent Power Week Take a moment today to check on your child’s grades and attendance. 📝 Your involvement helps pave the way for success. 🌟 #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence #AttendanceMatters -------------------------------- 📅 Recordatorio del Martes – Semana del Poder Familiar Dedica unos minutos hoy para revisar las calificaciones y asistencia de tu hijo(a).📝 Tu apoyo marca la diferencia en su camino al éxito. 🌟

🎒🗓️ La Joya ISD 2025-2026 School Calendar is HERE! 📚✨ Plan ahead for a successful year! 📅 From first and last days of school, holidays, STAAR testing, to professional learning and ADSY days — everything you need is in one place! 💥 Start strong. Stay organized. Succeed all year long! 💯 🔗 Visit www.lajoyaisd.com for more info. 📲 Follow us on social media @lajoyaisd for updates! *************************************** 🎒🗓️ ¡Ya está disponible el Calendario Escolar 2025-2026 de La Joya ISD! 📚✨ ¡Prepárate para un gran año! 📅 Todo lo que necesitas saber — desde el primer y último día de clases, días festivos, exámenes STAAR y días de desarrollo profesional — ¡en un solo lugar! 💥 ¡Comienza fuerte, mantente organizado y triunfa todo el año! 💯 🔗 Visita www.lajoyaisd.com para más información. 📲 ¡Síguenos en redes sociales @lajoyaisd para actualizaciones!

📣 La Joya ISD invites YOU to Community Design Day! Join us for a morning of collaboration, creativity, and community as we plan for the future of La Joya ISD. 💡✏️ 📅 Saturday, May 3, 2025 🕗 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Juarez-Lincoln High School 🍽️ Breakfast and lunch will be provided! Your voice matters! Let’s design the future together. 🔗 Register now using the QR code or click the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnboh9juhhRbscRAnYhGU-_acy75pLSa6E2Lns6uZEYJOrkg/viewform *************************************** 📣 ¡La Joya ISD te invita al Día de Diseño Comunitario! Acompáñanos en una mañana de colaboración, creatividad y comunidad mientras planeamos el futuro de La Joya ISD. 💡✏️ 📅 Sábado, 3 de mayo de 2025 🕗 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Preparatoria Juarez-Lincoln 🍽️ ¡Se ofrecerá desayuno y almuerzo! ¡Tu voz importa! ¡Diseñemos juntos el futuro! 🔗 Regístrate ahora escaneando el código QR o visita el enlace a continuación. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnboh9juhhRbscRAnYhGU-_acy75pLSa6E2Lns6uZEYJOrkg/viewform

🎉 Happy Public School Volunteer Week! 🎉 La Joya ISD celebrates the amazing parent volunteers who dedicate their time and hearts to support our students, teachers, and schools. 👏🏫❤️ Thank you for making a difference every day — we appreciate YOU! 👏 #PublicSchoolVolunteerWeek #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence ------------------------ 🎉 ¡Feliz Semana de los Voluntarios en las Escuelas Públicas! 🎉 La Joya ISD celebra a los increíbles padres voluntarios que dedican su tiempo y corazón para apoyar a nuestros estudiantes, maestros y escuelas.👏🏫❤️ Gracias por marcar la diferencia cada día — ¡los apreciamos mucho! 👏

Physical Activity & Mental Health: Just 30 minutes of exercise can boost your mood by releasing endorphins. 🏃‍♂️ Source: American Psychological Association