At its January 21, 2026, board meeting, the La Joya ISD School Board approved school actions aimed at improving academic quality, addressing a decade-long enrollment decline of more than 8,000 students, and ensuring financial stability. The decisions followed months of analysis and community engagement involving over 935 stakeholders and are intended to better align resources, strengthen academic programs, and support student success across the district. Updates and additional information will continue to be shared at www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions.


All 8th grade parents are required to attend a MANDATORY Parent/Counselor Conference to review and sign graduation plans.
š Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
ā° Time: 8:00 AM ā 6:30 PM
š Location: Irene M. Garcia Middle School
ā ļø This is the last day to attend. Your participation is essential to ensure your student stays on track for graduation.
Thank you for your continued support! š¾ā¤ļø
#IGMS #8thGrade #MandatoryConference #LoboNation
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š¢ Atención padres de 8.Āŗ grado ā Irene M. Garcia Middle School š¢
Todos los padres de estudiantes de 8.º grado deben asistir a una CONFERENCIA OBLIGATORIA con el consejero para revisar y firmar los planes de graduación.
š Fecha: Martes, 20 de enero de 2026
ā° Hora: 8:00 a.m. ā 6:30 p.m.
š Lugar: Irene M. Garcia Middle School
ā ļø Ćltimo dĆa para asistir. Su participación es muy importante para asegurar el Ć©xito acadĆ©mico de su estudiante.
Ā”Gracias por su apoyo! š¾ā¤ļø
#IGMS #8Grado #ConferenciaObligatoria #LoboNation
The High School College and Career Readiness School Model (CCRSM) application window closes TOMORROW ā°
This application applies to ALL CCRSM options, including P-TECH programs and Jimmy Carter Early College High School.
š Application Deadline: January 21, 2026
š Lottery Selection: January 23, 2026
š Apply today: https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/ccrsm
š² Need help? Scan the QR code to watch a helpful video overview.
If you are not interested, please select āNot Interestedā in Skyward to be automatically zoned to your corresponding high school.

Staff must reapply, if approved.
Staying informed matters. Learn more at www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions
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Valoramos a nuestras familias y a nuestra comunidad, y estamos compartiendo información importante sobre Proceso de asignación de personal: por qué el personal debe volver a postularse si se aprueban estas recomendaciones.
Mantenerse informado es importante. Conozca mƔs en www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions


Irene Garcia Middle School is now accepting online enrollment for the 2026ā2027 school year.
š Tuesday, January 20
ā° 8:00 AM ā 6:30 PM
š In-person enrollment support available on campus
Our staff will be available to assist families with questions and the enrollment process.
š For more information, call: 956-323-2840
š Donāt wait ā enroll early!
š¢ Ā”LA INSCRIPCIĆN EN LĆNEA YA ESTĆ ABIERTA! š¢
La Escuela Secundaria Irene Garcia ya estĆ” aceptando inscripciones en lĆnea para el aƱo escolar 2026ā2027.
š Martes, 20 de enero
ā° 8:00 AM ā 6:30 PM
š HabrĆ” apoyo presencial disponible en la escuela
Nuestro personal estarÔ disponible para ayudar a las familias con preguntas y el proceso de inscripción.
š Para mĆ”s información, llame al: 956-323-2840
š Ā”No espere ā inscrĆbase temprano!


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Valoramos a nuestras familias y a nuestra comunidad, y estamos compartiendo información importante sobre la matrĆcula y cómo estamos planificando el futuro juntos. Lea mĆ”s en www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions.


š As our La Joya ISD students prepare for MAP Growth testing, families may wonder what MAP Growth is and why it matters.
MAP Growth is an adaptive assessment that adjusts to each studentās learning level. It helps measure growth over time and provides teachers with valuable information to guide instruction.
š Visit the La Joya ISD website for more information about MAP Testing: https://www.lajoyaisd.com/page/map-testing-information
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š Mientras nuestros estudiantes de La Joya ISD se preparan para las pruebas MAP Growth, muchas familias pueden preguntarse quĆ© es MAP Growth y por quĆ© es importante.
MAP Growth es una prueba adaptativa que se ajusta al nivel de aprendizaje de cada estudiante. Ayuda a medir el crecimiento a lo largo del tiempo y brinda a los maestros información valiosa para guiar la instrucción.
š Visite el sitio web de La Joya ISD para obtener mĆ”s información sobre las pruebas MAP:
https://www.lajoyaisd.com/page/map-testing-information


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Valoramos a nuestras familias y a nuestra comunidad, y estamos compartiendo información importante sobre Cómo funcionarÔn las asignaciones de estudiantes y el transporte escolar Conozca mÔs en www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions


Students will be taking the NWEA MAP Growth assessments next week on the following days:
š Tuesday, January 20, 2026 ā Reading
š¬ Wednesday, January 21, 2026 ā Science
ā Thursday, January 22, 2026 ā Math
These assessments help measure student growth and guide instruction. It is important that students are present, well-rested, and arrive on time on testing days.
Thank you for your continued support in helping our students succeed. ā
#LaJoyaISD #MAPGrowth #AchievingExcellenceTogether

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Valoramos a nuestras familias y a nuestra comunidad, y estamos compartiendo información importante sobre Cómo Estas Acciones Escolares Benefician a Los Estudiantes. Conozca mÔs en www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions


Attention 8th grade parents and students!
The High School Application Window is now open for ALL 8th grade students.
š Window Closes Jan. 21, 2026
šļø Lottery Selection: Jan. 23, 2026
šØāš©āš§ Parent Meeting: Jan. 29, 2026 (for selected students)
ā This application is for everyone, including Jimmy Carter Early College High School & P-TECH.
āIf not interested, select āNot Interestedā to be zoned to your corresponding High School.
Application Steps: https://shorturl.at/uPrtw
š Questions? Call (956) 323-2840 or visit the campus.

Our āMoving Forward as One: Empowered Families ā Successful Graduatesā conference is coming up! This mandatory meeting will help ensure your child is properly enrolled and on track for high school success.
š January 12ā20, 2026
During this time, all 8th grade students must:
āļø Select a 4-year high school graduation plan
āļø Choose and receive approval for their endorsement pathway
āļø Pick a CTE Program of Study
āļø Complete their 8th grade high school application
āļø Verify enrollment information in Skyward
āļø Submit their transfer application through Skyward (Jan. 12āFeb. 6)
ā ļø This is not optional. These steps are required to make sure students are scheduled correctly and ready for high school.
We appreciate your partnership in preparing our students for a successful future! ššŗ
Contact our counselors on campus at (956) 323-4428 or (956) 323-4449.
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š£ Ā”Atención padres de 8.Āŗ grado!
Nuestra conferencia āAvanzando Juntos: Familias Empoderadas ā Graduados Exitososā ya estĆ” aquĆ. Esta reunión obligatoria es clave para asegurar que su hijo(a) estĆ© correctamente inscrito y preparado para el Ć©xito en la preparatoria.
š 12 al 20 de enero de 2026
Durante este tiempo, todos los estudiantes de 8.Āŗ grado deben:
āļø Seleccionar un plan de graduación de 4 aƱos de preparatoria
āļø Elegir y obtener aprobación de su ruta de especialización (endorsement)
āļø Seleccionar un Programa de Estudio CTE
āļø Completar su solicitud de preparatoria de 8.Āŗ grado
āļø Verificar su información de inscripción en Skyward
āļø Enviar su solicitud de transferencia en Skyward (12 de enero ā 6 de febrero)
ā ļø Esto no es opcional. Estos pasos son necesarios para asegurar que los estudiantes estĆ©n correctamente inscritos y preparados para la preparatoria.
Ā”Gracias por su apoyo y compromiso con el futuro de nuestros estudiantes! ššŗ
Puede ponerse en contacto con nuestros consejeras en la escuela llamando al (956) 323-4428 o al (956) 323-4449.


š±š« Important Update for La Joya ISD Families
Beginning the 2025ā2026 school year, La Joya ISD will follow Texas House Bill 1481, which means cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, tablets, and personal devices will not be allowed during the school day ā from arrival to dismissal.
This new policy is designed to reduce distractions, improve safety, and keep students focused on learning š
Please review the flyer for full details on the policy and progressive discipline steps.
Thank you for helping us keep our schools safe, focused, and successful! š
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š±š« Actualización Importante para Familias de La Joya ISD
A partir del aƱo escolar 2025ā2026, La Joya ISD cumplirĆ” con la Ley de la CĆ”mara de Texas 1481, lo que significa que no se permitirĆ”n celulares, relojes inteligentes, audĆfonos, tabletas ni dispositivos personales durante el dĆa escolar, desde la llegada hasta la salida.
Esta nueva polĆtica estĆ” diseƱada para reducir distracciones, mejorar la seguridad y mantener a los estudiantes enfocados en el aprendizaje š
Por favor revise el volante para conocer todos los detalles de la polĆtica y las consecuencias progresivas.
Ā”Gracias por ayudarnos a mantener nuestras escuelas seguras, enfocadas y exitosas! š

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Valoramos a nuestras familias y a nuestra comunidad, y estamos compartiendo información importante sobre por qué son importantes las oportunidades de reinversión. Conozca mÔs en www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions


January is all about spreading kindness across our campus! š Join us as we Kick Off Kindness with weekly themes that encourage positive words, helpful actions, community spirit, and leadership through empathy.
š Weekly Kindness Themes:
Jan 5ā9: Kindness Through Words
Jan 12ā16: Kindness in Action
Jan 19ā23: Kindness in Community
Jan 26ā30: Kindness as Leadership
š Donāt forget our Wednesday Dress-Up Days!
Each week features a fun theme ā from Superheroes to Cowboy Day, Team Spirit, and Camouflage Day ā all to celebrate kindness in style!
Letās make our school a place where kindness shines every day. Be kind. Speak kind. Lead with kindness. š«
#KickOffKindness #ChooseKindness #GarciaMS #SpreadPositivity

Thank you to our School Board Members for their leadership, service, and commitment to our students. Our Future is Public and stronger because of you. #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth2026 #ourfutureispublic

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Valoramos a nuestras familias y a nuestra comunidad, y estamos compartiendo información importante sobre la matrĆcula y cómo estamos planificando el futuro juntos. Lea mĆ”s en www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions.


La Joya ISD invites you to the 8th Grade High School Transition Parent Meeting as we begin planning for your studentās Freshman Year (2026ā2027).
⨠Moving Forward as One: Empowered Families ā Successful Graduates
This is a mandatory meeting for parents of current 8th graders. Important information will be shared to help ensure a smooth transition to high school.
We look forward to partnering with you as we plan for success! šŖš
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š£ Ā”Atención padres de 8.Āŗ grado ā Clase del 2030! š
La Joya ISD les invita a la Reunión para Padres sobre la Transición a la Preparatoria para estudiantes de 8.Āŗ grado, donde comenzaremos a planear el aƱo de primer grado de preparatoria (2026ā2027).
⨠Avanzando Juntos: Familias Empoderadas ā Graduados Exitosos
Esta es una reunión obligatoria para los padres de estudiantes que actualmente cursan el 8.º grado. Se compartirÔ información importante para apoyar una transición exitosa a la preparatoria.
Ā”Esperamos contar con su presencia y trabajar juntos para el Ć©xito de sus estudiantes! šŖš


Please take a moment to review the infographic to learn more about the reasons behind these recommendations. š
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Entender el āpor quĆ©ā es importante. Las acciones escolares que se estĆ”n considerando se basan en tres Ć”reas clave: fortalecer el rendimiento acadĆ©mico, responder a la disminución de matrĆcula y crear oportunidades para reinvertir en nuestras aulas.
Le invitamos a revisar la infografĆa para conocer mĆ”s sobre las razones detrĆ”s de estas recomendaciones. š


We are incredibly proud of our talented choir members and their director, Mr. Aldo Gonzalez, for representing our campus beautifully at La Joya ISDās 5th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony!
Their performance added so much joy and holiday spirit to this wonderful community event. š¶ā¤ļø
Thank you, students, for sharing your voices, and thank you, Mr. Gonzalez, for your dedication and leadership. š
Way to go, Lobos! š»š¤š
