Week of May 4-8, 2026
Palmview High School Weekly Highlights 🐺
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Palmview High School is entering another exciting week filled with celebrations, student opportunities, AP testing, fine arts events, and Lobo pride. With only 19 days left of school, we remain focused on finishing strong and continuing to make Palmview High School a place of excellence for every student.
This week, we also celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week. Our Lobo educators lead, inspire, and make a difference every single day. Their dedication, heart, grit, and commitment help shape the success of our students and campus community. Thank you to all of our teachers for choosing to educate, support, and encourage our Lobos.
🎉 Teacher Appreciation Week
Palmview High School will celebrate our amazing teachers throughout the week with small tokens of appreciation each day. We are grateful for everything our educators do to help students learn, grow, and succeed.
One Team. One Pack. One Purpose. Together, we are Built Lobo Tough!
⚾ Lobo Baseball: Bi-District Champions!
Congratulations to our Palmview Lobo Baseball Team for winning their Bi-District playoff series against Flour Bluff!
The Lobos showed resilience and championship heart, battling back after an opening-game loss and finishing strong to claim the 2026 Division I Bi-District Championship. Palmview now advances to the Area Round, where they will take on Nikki Rowe.
Favorite Coach Garcia quote:
“We don’t need to be the best team in Texas today, just the better team tonight.”
Way to go, Lobos! ❤️🐺⚾
🪗 Conjunto La Tradición Celebrates State Championship Recognition
Congratulations to Mr. Javier Loya, who recently received a resolution from the Texas House of Representatives for his leadership and commitment to PHS Conjunto La Tradición. He also received a Texas flag that was flown at the Capitol.
Conjunto La Tradición won the State Championship at the La Cultura Vive “Duelo” State Competition in the Team Division. In addition, the Varsity, JV, and Beginners groups all earned Division I Superior Ratings.
Mr. Loya is part of an exceptional team led by Ms. Mayra Garcia and assisted by Mr. Adrian Zambrano. Congratulations to our outstanding Conjunto program!
🎓 AP Testing Begins This Week
AP Testing begins this week at Palmview High School. Students are encouraged to arrive prepared, well-rested, and ready to do their best.
Families, please help remind students to charge their Chromebooks, get enough rest, and report to testing locations on time.
This week’s AP testing includes:
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Human Geography
AP United States Government
AP English Literature and Composition
AP Physics
AP World History: Modern
AP Statistics
AP United States History
AP Macroeconomics
📌 Weekly Events at a Glance
Monday, May 4
AP Biology Testing
UTRGV Migrant Student Presentation
Mariachi Concert — 6:00 PM
Law Student Field Trip — McAllen
Tuesday, May 5
AP Chemistry, AP Human Geography, and AP United States Government Testing
Tutoring — 4:35–6:00 PM
Rubies Showcase — Gym, 6:00–8:00 PM
Mariachi End-of-Year Concert — La Joya
T-Mobile Headquarters Conjunto Field Trip
Wednesday, May 6
AP English Literature and AP Physics Testing
Tutoring — 4:35–6:00 PM
NHS Ceremony — Cafeteria, 4:30–7:00 PM
Color Guard Mini Camp — 5:00–7:00 PM
Folklórico Auditions — 6:00–8:00 PM
Thursday, May 7
AP World History: Modern and AP Statistics Testing
Honors Banquet for Top 25 Students — Balli’s Terrace, 6:00 PM
Color Guard Mini Camp — 5:00–7:00 PM
Folklórico Auditions — 6:00–8:00 PM
Choir Spring Concert — La Joya
Friday, May 8
Top 10% & Who’s Who Breakfast — PHS Cafeteria, 9:30 AM
AP United States History and AP Macroeconomics Testing
GEAR UP Family Financial Summit
GT Night — PHS Cafeteria, 5:30 PM
Mariachi/Conjunto Trip — La Joya
Folklórico Auditions — 6:00–8:00 PM
Saturday, May 9
Lobo Baseball Area Round vs. Nikki Rowe
IEP Writing Bootcamp
📚 Saturday TSI Success
Thank you Mr. Regalado, Mr. Serafin Hernandez, Ms. Annabelle Lopez, Ms. Alaniz, Ms. Resendez, and Mr. Harb for coming to help out this Saturday for TSI Camps. A total of 48 students participated, and 12 students passed their TSIA in Writing, Reading, and Math.
Thank you to all teachers who helped students prepare. Your guidance and dedication truly make a difference.
🐺 Attendance Matters
Palmview High School continues to encourage strong daily attendance. Every day matters, especially as we approach the final weeks of school. Let’s continue working together to help students finish the year strong.
❤️ Final Message
Palmview High School is proud of our students, teachers, coaches, families, and community. Thank you for continuing to support our Lobos as we celebrate success, prepare for important testing, and finish the school year with excellence.
Go Lobos! ❤️🐺
🌟🏆 Palmview Special Olympics Team Shines at State! 🏆🌟
A huge shoutout to our PHS Special Olympics team for competing at the State Track & Field Meet in Melissa, TX! 💪🏽🏃♂️🏃♀️
What an AMAZING job — we are so proud of you!
Way to go, Lobos! ❤️🐺
#PalmviewPride #PHS #LaJoyaISD #SpecialOlympics
What an amazing evening at our 6th Annual Family NASA Night! 🚀
Our Physics and Science National Honor Society students did an outstanding job serving the community and showcasing their expertise. Way to go, Lobos! 🐺 Special shoutout to Mrs. Abad and Ms. Saldivar for all you do! 👏💙
#PalmviewPride #PHS #LoboPride #SNHS #STEM #LaJoyaISD
📢 Estudiantes y familias de PHS: Favor de devolver toda la tecnología escolar, cargadores y fundas a tiempo y en buenas condiciones para evitar posibles cargos.
🎭 Get ready for an evening of laughs! Join us for our spring comedy show, Suite Surrender by Michael McKeever!
📍 Palmview High School Blackbox Theatre
🗓 Friday, May 1 & Saturday, May 2
⏰ Show starts at 7:00 PM | Doors open at 6:30 PM
🎟 Tickets are just $2 at the door
💵 Cash only
Come support our talented cast and crew for a night full of comedy you won’t want to miss! 😂✨
#SuiteSurrender #PHS #SpringShow #PalmviewHighSchool #BlackboxTheatre #SupportTheArts #LaJoyaISD
Family Financial Summit - Paying for College with Confidence
Junior GEAR UP families are invited to attend the Family Financial Summit on May 8, 2026, from 9 AM–2 PM at Region One ESC.
This event is for Junior GEAR UP families only, and spots are limited. We only have 10 spots available. Please contact me at 323-4742 if you would like to attend.
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Cumbre Financiera Familiar - Pagar la Universidad con Confianza
Las familias de Junior GEAR UP están invitadas a asistir a la Cumbre Financiera Familiar el 8 de mayo de 2026, de 9 AM–2 PM en Region One ESC.
Este evento es solamente para familias de Junior GEAR UP, y los espacios son limitados. Solo tenemos 10 espacios disponibles. Favor de comunicarse conmigo al 323-4742 si desea asistir.
#PHS #PHSLibrary
Come support our talented high school theatre programs as they showcase their UIL One-Act Plays on stage.
📍 Alejandro “Alex” H. Saenz Performing Arts Center
📅 Saturday, May 9, 2026
🚪 Doors open: 12:30 PM
🎬 Showtimes: 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM & 3:00 PM
🎟️ Free and open to the public
#LaJoyaISD #TheatreFestival #UILOneActPlay #FineArts 🎭
Palmview High School will be taking cap and gown pictures next week on Monday and Tuesday. Don’t miss this chance to capture an important milestone and celebrate your senior year with memories that will last a lifetime. ❤️🖤
#ClassOf2026 #SeniorPictures #CapAndGown #PalmviewPride #PHS #LJISD #LaJoyaISD
We’re reimagining how we connect with our families to make communication more efficient, accessible, and seamless than ever before. 💬🌐
Here’s what’s coming:
🔴 Real-time updates & alerts
🔴 Stronger connections between schools and families
🔴 A cleaner, easier-to-navigate website
🌟 All powered by ParentSquare 💻📱
This upgrade is part of our commitment to Achieving Excellence Together: 2030, supporting Priority 4: Community Trust, Unity & Partnership by enhancing how we engage and communicate with our community. 🤝💫
Stay tuned… you won’t want to miss what’s next! 👀🔥
We’re upgrading the way we communicate with our families to make it faster, simpler, and more accessible than ever before. 💬💡
Get ready for:
🔴 A new website
🔴 Easier Communication
🔴 A better way to stay connected
🌟 All powered by ParentSquare! 💻📱
This exciting upgrade directly supports our strategic plan, Achieving Excellence Together: 2030, by advancing Priority 4: Community Trust, Unity & Partnership - strengthening communication systems and building meaningful connections with our families. 🤝✨💎
Together, we’re creating a more connected, informed, and empowered La Joya ISD community! ❤️
#LaJoyaISD #ParentSquare #ComingSoon #StayConnected #AchievingExcellenceTogether 💻📱
What an unforgettable night as students from La Joya High School, La Joya Juarez-Lincoln High School, and La Joya Palmview High School took the stage and brought conjunto to life! 💃🪗✨
From classic rhythms to modern flair, each performance was a powerful celebration of our roots and the incredible talent growing right here in La Joya ISD. ❤️🔥
👏 Let’s give it up for our talented student musicians and dedicated directors for bringing the stage to life!
Moments like these showcase the heart of La Joya ISD—honoring culture, uplifting student voice, and creating meaningful experiences through the arts. 🌟
#LaJoyaISD #LJISDFineArts #ConjuntoFest #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence #AchievingExcellenceTogether
🎓🍽️ Parents and Seniors, don’t forget!
Our Inaugural Lunch With Your Senior is tomorrow, Wednesday April 15th! Parents joining their senior for lunch should park in front of the cafeteria and bring a valid form of ID for entry.
All students who drive to school must park in front of the gym or on the east side of A Building due to Lunch With Your Senior.
Please note: No purses or bags will be allowed. #PHS #LaJoyaISD
Congratulations to the students of PHS Conjunto La Tradición for an outstanding weekend of success, earning the State Championship in the Duet category and also taking 2nd place! Your talent, hard work, and dedication continue to make Palmview High School proud.
We also proudly congratulate Mr. Javier Loya, director of our Conjunto program, for receiving a resolution from the Texas House of Representatives in recognition of his leadership, commitment, and dedication to PHS Conjunto La Tradición. In addition, he received a Texas flag that was flown at the State Capitol — a truly special and well-deserved honor. Bravo, Mr. Loya!
Congratulations as well to Mr. Loya and Mr. Zambrano for their leadership and guidance in helping our students achieve such outstanding success.
#PalmviewPride #PHSConjuntoLaTradicion #PHS #LJISD #Conjunto #LaJoyaISD
#PalmviewPride #PHS #LJISD #LaJoyaISD
Congratulations to our Lobos on earning 30-5A All-District honors:
1st Team All-District
🏅 Dominique Requenez
🏅 Valentina Zamarripa
2nd Team All-District
🏅 Alexia Autumn Hernandez
🏅 Rodrigo Lopez
🏅 Dylan Perez
🏅 Caylee Zarate
Honorable Mention
🏅 Aidin Alans
🏅 Margarito Requenez
Your hard work, discipline, and commitment on the course have truly paid off. We are proud to celebrate each of you and the outstanding season you’ve had.
#PHS #AllDistrict #Golf #LoboGolf #LJISD #LaJoyaISD #RGVSports
The Lobos Distance Crew Dominated the District 30-5A Championships, sweeping the podium in the 3200m run. Dolores Ramirez, Corina Robles, and Adamaris Chico led the way and have all secured their spots at the Area Track & Field Championships. Way to go Lobos! Good luck at Area, you got this!
#PHS #LJISD #PalmviewPride #LoboTrack #RGVSports #956Sports #LaJoyaISD
National School Library Week is celebrated each April to recognize the powerful impact school libraries and librarians have on student learning and success.
💙🐺 A special shoutout to our very own Mrs. Nelly Manzetti, an outstanding Palmview High School librarian! Your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students do not go unnoticed. We are truly grateful for all that you do to support our Lobos every single day!
School librarians are so much more than caretakers of books—they are educators, innovators, and leaders. They:
📖 Teach research and information literacy skills
💻 Support technology integration
🧠 Help students evaluate credible sources
🤝 Collaborate with teachers to strengthen instruction
🌟 Create welcoming spaces where every student belongs
Through their work, librarians help develop critical thinking, inspire a love of reading, and prepare students for college, careers, and life beyond the classroom.
👏 Let’s take a moment to recognize and celebrate our school librarians for everything they do for our staff and students!
#PalmviewPride #PalmviewHighSchool #NationalLibraryWeek #ThankALibrarian #PHS #LaJoyaISD 📚🐺
Kylie Cantu becomes the first volleyball player in school history to sign, committing to Dallas College Mountain View!
Her relentless work ethic, never-give-up attitude, and fight have earned her the opportunity to compete at the next level.
A proud moment for Palmview Volleyball!
#PalmviewPride #PHS #LJISD #LaJoyaISD
