Irene M. Garcia Middle School

📣🍎 After the Bell Conversations with Dr. Sorensen

La Joya ISD educators are invited to join Superintendent Dr. Marcey Sorensen for a series of informal, on-campus conversations designed to listen, learn, and connect.

These sessions provide an opportunity for educators to share what’s working, discuss ideas, ask questions, and engage in meaningful dialogue about supporting our campuses and students.

✨ No presentations. No scripts. Just real conversations.

Sessions will be held at campuses across the district and are open to all La Joya ISD educators.

🔔District Update🔔

Statement from La Joya Independent School District - Recent Cesar Chavez Allegations

La Joya ISD is aware of recent allegations that have prompted questions and concerns within our community regarding the naming of Cesar Chavez Middle School.

We understand the significance that school names carry for our students, staff, families, and the broader community. They reflect our shared values, history, and the individuals we choose to honor as these individuals reflect our shared values and ideals as a community.

Upon our return from Spring Break, the District will take time to review all relevant information carefully and thoughtfully. We will begin an open and transparent process to engage stakeholders, provide updates, and outline next steps. Any future actions will be guided by facts, community input, and the District’s commitment to doing what is in the best interest of our students, families, and community.

La Joya ISD remains committed to maintaining a respectful, inclusive environment, where our community is included in our decisions and students feel safe and welcomed in all of our campuses. Communicating with our families and staff in a timely and transparent manner is a continued priority and we will share more as more information becomes available.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we move through this process as a community.
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Comunicado del Distrito Escolar Independiente de La Joya – Recientes Alegaciones sobre César Chávez

La Joya ISD está al tanto de las recientes alegaciones que han generado preguntas e inquietudes dentro de nuestra comunidad respecto al nombre de la Escuela Secundaria César Chávez.

Entendemos la importancia que tienen los nombres de nuestras escuelas para nuestros estudiantes, personal, familias y la comunidad en general. Estos reflejan nuestros valores compartidos, nuestra historia y a las personas que elegimos honrar, ya que representan los ideales y principios que compartimos como comunidad.

Al regresar del receso de primavera, el Distrito tomará el tiempo necesario para revisar toda la información relevante de manera cuidadosa y reflexiva. Iniciaremos un proceso abierto y transparente para involucrar a nuestros grupos de interés, proporcionar actualizaciones y delinear los próximos pasos.

Cualquier acción futura estará guiada por los hechos, la participación de la comunidad y el compromiso del Distrito de actuar en el mejor interés de nuestros estudiantes, familias y comunidad.

La Joya ISD mantiene su compromiso de fomentar un entorno respetuoso e inclusivo, donde nuestra comunidad forme parte de nuestras decisiones y donde todos los estudiantes se sientan seguros y bienvenidos en cada uno de nuestros planteles. Mantener una comunicación oportuna y transparente con nuestras familias y nuestro personal sigue siendo una prioridad, y compartiremos más información conforme esté disponible.

Agradecemos su paciencia y comprensión mientras avanzamos en este proceso como comunidad.

☀️📚 Registration is now open for our Middle School Summer Programs! 🎓✨
La Joya ISD is excited to offer engaging, hands-on summer learning opportunities for our middle school students from June 1 – 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. 🚀
✅ Literacy & Math Enrichment
✅ STEAM & Robotics
✅ Engineering & Digital Design
✅ College & Career Readiness
🍎 Breakfast, lunch, and transportation will be provided.
🚌 Limited seats available - register today via Skyward.
🔗 For more information, visit https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/summer-programs

Let’s make this a summer of growth, innovation, and achievement! 💪

🌸☀️ Reminder, La Joya ISD Families!

Students and staff will enjoy Spring Break from March 16–20. We hope everyone takes this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy some well-deserved time with family and friends. 🌼🐝

📚 Classes resume Monday, March 23, 2026.

Have a safe and wonderful Spring Break! 🌷✨

🎒 Important Notice for Parents 🎒

No Backpacks on Campus

Please note that students should NOT bring backpacks to school on:
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Friday, March 13, 2026

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us keep our campus safe.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office

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🔔 AVISO IMPORTANTE PARA PADRES 🔔

🚫 NO SE PERMITEN MOCHILAS EN LA ESCUELA 🚫

Los estudiantes NO deben traer mochilas a la escuela los siguientes días:
JUEVES 12 de marzo de 2026
VIERNES 13 de marzo de 2026

Gracias por su cooperación y por ayudarnos a mantener nuestra escuela segura.

Para preguntas, por favor comuníquese con la oficina de la escuela.

🌸☀️ Spring Break is almost here, La Joya ISD!

Students and staff will enjoy Spring Break from March 16–20. We hope everyone takes this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy some well-deserved time with family and friends. 🌼🐝

📚 Classes resume Monday, March 23, 2026.

📣✨ Make a difference where it matters most.

La Joya ISD is NOW HIRING passionate professionals in Special Education for the 2026–2027 school year! Join a team dedicated to supporting and empowering every student to succeed.

Open Positions:
✅ Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP)
✅ Speech Language Pathologist
✅ Diagnostician

💼 Competitive Salary
⭐ Excellent Benefits
🤝 Supportive Campuses & Leadership
💰 $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!

🔗 Visit www.lajoyaisd.com to learn more and apply.

🏈📣 Join the La Joya ISD Team!

La Joya ISD is NOW HIRING a High School Teacher / Offensive Coordinator for the 2026–2027 school year! If you’re passionate about education, leadership, and building winning teams both in the classroom and on the field, we want to hear from you.

✅ Dual Contract (Teaching + Coaching)
✅ $11,000 Coaching Stipend
✅ Competitive Teacher Salary
✅ Teacher Incentive Allotment eligibility
✅ Supportive campuses and leadership

Come make an impact with great students, great benefits, and great opportunities at La Joya ISD.

🔗 Visit www.lajoyaisd.com to learn more and apply.

📣 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 10–15-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.

🗓️ Survey closes March 31, 2026
📱 Scan the QR code to participate today!
#LaJoyaISD #FamilyEngagement #AchievingExcellenceTogether

⏰ Reminder: It’s time to SPRING FORWARD!
Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow, Sunday, March 8.
Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed tonight.
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⏰ Recordatorio: ¡Es hora de adelantar el reloj!
El horario de verano comienza mañana, domingo 8 de marzo.
Recuerde adelantar su reloj una hora antes de acostarse esta noche.

🌞📚 Middle School Summer Program is Here! 🎉

We are excited to invite our students to join this year’s Summer Program! This is a wonderful opportunity to continue learning, stay engaged, and have fun in a supportive environment.

Our program will offer:
✨ Academic support
✨ Enrichment activities
✨ Engaging lessons
✨ A chance to connect with friends

Please review the flyer for important dates, times, and registration information. We encourage all eligible students to take advantage of this great opportunity!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact our campus. Let’s make this a summer of learning and growth!
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🌞📚 ¡El Programa de Verano para Middle School ya está aquí! 🎉

¡Estamos emocionados de invitar a nuestros estudiantes a participar en el Programa de Verano de este año! Esta es una excelente oportunidad para continuar aprendiendo, mantenerse activos académicamente y divertirse en un ambiente de apoyo.

Nuestro programa ofrecerá:
✨ Apoyo académico
✨ Actividades de enriquecimiento
✨ Lecciones dinámicas e interesantes
✨ Oportunidad para convivir con amigos

Por favor, revise el volante para conocer fechas, horarios e información importante sobre la inscripción. ¡Animamos a todos los estudiantes elegibles a aprovechar esta gran oportunidad!

Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en comunicarse con nuestra escuela. ¡Hagamos de este verano una temporada de aprendizaje y crecimiento! 🌟✏️

📣 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.

🗓 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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📣 ¡Atención Familias de La Joya ISD!
No habrá clases para los estudiantes el viernes, 6 de marzo de 2026, ya que el personal participará en un Día de Aprendizaje Profesional dedicado al crecimiento continuo y la excelencia educativa.

🗓 Las clases se reanudarán el lunes, 9 de marzo de 2026.

¡Gracias por su continuo apoyo mientras invertimos en nuestros educadores y fortalecemos el aprendizaje en todo el distrito!🏫✨

☀️📚 Registration is now open for our Middle School Summer Programs! 🎓✨

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. 🚀

✅ Literacy & Math Enrichment
✅ STEAM & Robotics
✅ Engineering & Digital Design
✅ College & Career Readiness

🍎 Breakfast, lunch, and transportation will be provided.

🚌 Limited seats available - register today via Skyward.

🔗 For more information, visit https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/summer-programs
Let’s make this a summer of growth, innovation, and achievement! 💪

🏫✨ Middle School Open House is happening TODAY!

La Joya ISD middle school families are invited to join campuses this evening from 6:00–7:30 PM as we celebrate Texas Public Schools Week! ❤️📚

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. 💫
#LaJoyaISD #TexasPublicSchoolsWeek #AchievingExcellenceTogether

🏫✨ Join us for Texas Public Schools Week – Open House!

Families are invited to visit campuses, connect with teachers & staff, and learn about programs, testing info, summer school, and more!

📅 Elementary: Mar 2 | 5:30–7 PM
📅 Middle: Mar 3 | 6–7:30 PM
📅 High School: Mar 4 | 6–7:30 PM

Let’s achieve excellence together! 💙🐺

🚨 Reminder 🚨

No school tomorrow, Monday, February 9.

📚 Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

⏰ Friendly reminder for La Joya ISD families

There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 9, 2026.

📚 Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

We want to hear from you! 🗓️
Parents, staff, and community members are invited to review and vote on the proposed La Joya ISD 2026–2027 school year calendar options.
🗳️ Voting is open now through February 16, 2026.
➡️ Vote here: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Your voice matters. Thank you for helping shape our school calendar!
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¡Queremos escuchar su opinión! 🗓️
Se invita a padres de familia, personal y miembros de la comunidad a revisar y votar sobre las opciones propuestas del calendario escolar 2026–2027 de La Joya ISD.
🗳️ La votación está abierta desde ahora hasta el 16 de febrero de 2026.
➡️ Vote aquí: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Su voz es importante. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a dar forma a nuestro calendario escolar!

📄 Important Update from La Joya ISD
The Texas Education Agency has extended the authority of the Board of Managers through Feb. 1, 2028.
➡️ View the TEA letter here:
🔗 https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/tea-intervention
⬇️ Read Superintendent Dr. Marcey Sorensen’s message to the community below.
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📄 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.
➡️ Consulte la carta de la TEA aquí:
🔗 https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/tea-intervention
⬇️ Lea a continuación el mensaje de la superintendenta, la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, dirigido a la comunidad.