The RBMHL Project (Region One Building Mental Health Leaders) is a U.S. Department of Education-funded initiative led by Region One Education Service Center in South Texas to boost mental health support in rural, high-need school districts by training more mental health professionals, implementing Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies, and providing resources for students and staff.
Parents: Your opinion matters! š Please complete the RBMHL survey and help us make a positive impact for our students.
Access the survey here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RBMHL_Project_Parent_Survey_2025-26
Parents: Your opinion matters! š Please complete the RBMHL survey and help us make a positive impact for our students.
Access the survey here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RBMHL_Project_Parent_Survey_2025-26
š£ Parents are invited to our Title I Parent Summit! Learn helpful tips and resources to support your childās success šš
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š£ Ā”Padres estĆ”n invitados al Title I Parent Summit! Obtenga recursos y consejos para apoyar el Ć©xito de su estudiante šš
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š£ Ā”Padres estĆ”n invitados al Title I Parent Summit! Obtenga recursos y consejos para apoyar el Ć©xito de su estudiante šš
Celebrating Computer Science Education Week (Dec 8-14) at JD Salinas Middle School! šš§ š¤ Our students are embracing this year's theme, "CS Powers AI Innovation," by engaging in hands-on coding activities on Code.org. They aren't just learning to code; they're creating solutions and seeing themselves as the tech leaders of tomorrow! šš” #LJTECHi3 @LaJoyaISDEdTech @LaJoyaISD #WEAREJD
āØ Empowering families, supporting students! āØ
Join us at the La Joya ISD Title I Parent Summit to explore the districtās Saturday Enrichment Camps, resources, and programs designed to boost academic success.
We look forward to welcoming our families! ā¤ļøš
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āØ Ā”Empoderando a las familias y apoyando a nuestros estudiantes! āØ
AcompƔƱanos en el Title I Parent Summit de La Joya ISD para conocer los Saturday Enrichment Camps, asĆ como los recursos y programas diseƱados para impulsar el Ć©xito acadĆ©mico de nuestros estudiantes.
Ā”Esperamos recibir a todas nuestras familias! ā¤ļøš
Join us at the La Joya ISD Title I Parent Summit to explore the districtās Saturday Enrichment Camps, resources, and programs designed to boost academic success.
We look forward to welcoming our families! ā¤ļøš
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āØ Ā”Empoderando a las familias y apoyando a nuestros estudiantes! āØ
AcompƔƱanos en el Title I Parent Summit de La Joya ISD para conocer los Saturday Enrichment Camps, asĆ como los recursos y programas diseƱados para impulsar el Ć©xito acadĆ©mico de nuestros estudiantes.
Ā”Esperamos recibir a todas nuestras familias! ā¤ļøš
Understanding the āwhyā matters. The school actions being considered are rooted in three key areas: strengthening academics, responding to enrollment decline, and creating opportunities to reinvest in our classrooms.
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 disminuciĆ³n 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
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 disminuciĆ³n 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
āļøš§¤ Winter Donation Drive!
Donate new or gently used winter clothing and blankets to help our Huskies stay warm!
Drop-off available in the JD Salinas front office or at LJISD Central Office.
Thank you for your support! š
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āļøš§¤ Ā”CampaƱa de Donaciones de Invierno!
Dona ropa de invierno nueva o en buen estado, asĆ como cobijas, para ayudar a nuestros Huskies a mantenerse abrigados.
Ā”Puedes dejar tus donaciones en nuestra oficina o en la oficina central del distrito!
Ā”Gracias por tu apoyo! š
Donate new or gently used winter clothing and blankets to help our Huskies stay warm!
Drop-off available in the JD Salinas front office or at LJISD Central Office.
Thank you for your support! š
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āļøš§¤ Ā”CampaƱa de Donaciones de Invierno!
Dona ropa de invierno nueva o en buen estado, asĆ como cobijas, para ayudar a nuestros Huskies a mantenerse abrigados.
Ā”Puedes dejar tus donaciones en nuestra oficina o en la oficina central del distrito!
Ā”Gracias por tu apoyo! š
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The countdown to holiday fun starts NOW!
JD Salinas is kicking off our 12 Days of Holiday Cheer, and we want ALL our Huskies to join in!
Letās make this season merry, bright, and full of school spirit! šš«
JD Salinas is kicking off our 12 Days of Holiday Cheer, and we want ALL our Huskies to join in!
Letās make this season merry, bright, and full of school spirit! šš«
āļø Stay warm JD! š„¶
š£ La Joya ISD families, we want to hear from you!
Thank you for being an essential part of our school community. As we move forward, we want to remind our families that these School Action items are recommendations and not final decisions.
We invite you to join us for your campusās upcoming meeting to learn more, ask questions, and share your thoughts.
ā¤ļø Your voice matters, and we appreciate your partnership every step of the way.
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š£ Ā”Familias de La Joya ISD, queremos escucharlos!
Gracias por ser una parte esencial de nuestra comunidad escolar. A medida que avanzamos, queremos recordarles que estas acciones escolares son recomendaciones y no decisiones finales.
Les invitamos a unirse a la prĆ³xima reuniĆ³n de su plantel para conocer mĆ”s, hacer preguntas y compartir sus ideas.
ā¤ļø Su voz es importante, y valoramos su colaboraciĆ³n en cada paso del camino.
Thank you for being an essential part of our school community. As we move forward, we want to remind our families that these School Action items are recommendations and not final decisions.
We invite you to join us for your campusās upcoming meeting to learn more, ask questions, and share your thoughts.
ā¤ļø Your voice matters, and we appreciate your partnership every step of the way.
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š£ Ā”Familias de La Joya ISD, queremos escucharlos!
Gracias por ser una parte esencial de nuestra comunidad escolar. A medida que avanzamos, queremos recordarles que estas acciones escolares son recomendaciones y no decisiones finales.
Les invitamos a unirse a la prĆ³xima reuniĆ³n de su plantel para conocer mĆ”s, hacer preguntas y compartir sus ideas.
ā¤ļø Su voz es importante, y valoramos su colaboraciĆ³n en cada paso del camino.
La Joya ISD is committed to keeping our community informed about the School Action Recommendations. These proposals aim to strengthen academics and ensure students have access to stronger educational opportunities.
Read the graphic for key details and visit lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions for the full overview.
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La Joya ISD comparte los hechos detrƔs de las Recomendaciones de Acciones Escolares. Estas propuestas estƔn diseƱadas para fortalecer lo acadƩmico, reinvertir en los estudiantes y asegurar que cada niƱo tenga acceso a mejores oportunidades educativas.
Revisa el grĆ”fico para ver los detalles clave y visita lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions para ver la informaciĆ³n completa.
Read the graphic for key details and visit lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions for the full overview.
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La Joya ISD comparte los hechos detrƔs de las Recomendaciones de Acciones Escolares. Estas propuestas estƔn diseƱadas para fortalecer lo acadƩmico, reinvertir en los estudiantes y asegurar que cada niƱo tenga acceso a mejores oportunidades educativas.
Revisa el grĆ”fico para ver los detalles clave y visita lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions para ver la informaciĆ³n completa.
Here are the key facts about the School Action Recommendations. These are recommendations only and nothing changes in 2025ā26 school year. Review the graphics to learn more and stay updated with accurate information.
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AquĆ estĆ”n los datos mĆ”s importantes sobre las Recomendaciones de AcciĆ³n Escolar. Son solo propuestas y no habrĆ” cambios en el aƱo escolar 2025ā2026. Consulte las grĆ”ficas para obtener mĆ”s informaciĆ³n precisa.
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AquĆ estĆ”n los datos mĆ”s importantes sobre las Recomendaciones de AcciĆ³n Escolar. Son solo propuestas y no habrĆ” cambios en el aƱo escolar 2025ā2026. Consulte las grĆ”ficas para obtener mĆ”s informaciĆ³n precisa.
La Joya ISD Announces School Action Recommendations to Strengthen Academic Quality and Student Opportunities
LA JOYA, Texas ā La Joya Independent School District has announced initial school action recommendations for the 2026ā27 school year as part of its ongoing commitment to ensure every student has access to a high-quality, best-fit learning environment. The recommendations align directly with the districtās Achieving Excellence Together 2030 Strategic Plan and its North Star Goal of having 90 percent of students enrolled in A- or B-rated campuses by 2029.
The proposed actions would close or repurpose select campuses to improve academic outcomes, address enrollment shifts, and allow for strategic reinvestment in programs that elevate student success. By realigning facilities and staffing, the district projects up to $27.2 million in potential savings, which will be reinvested to strengthen instruction, expand career and technical education, and enhance student programming.
āThese recommendations are about doing whatās right for students,ā said Dr. Derek Little, Chief of Academics and School Leadership. āBy reassigning students to our highest-performing campuses and expanding innovative school models, we can ensure every child receives the level of excellence our community expects and deserves.ā
The initial recommendations include:
The closure of Benavides Elementary - students reassigned to Sam Fordyce Elementary
The closure of PeƱa Elementary - students reassigned to Clinton Elementary and Gonzalez Elementary determined by studentsā residential zones
The closure of Leo Elementary - students reassigned to Flores Elementary and E.B. Reyna Elementary determined by studentsā residential zones
The closure of Ann Richards Middle School - students reassigned to Garcia Middle School and Memorial Middle School determined by studentsā residential zones
J.D. Salinas Middle School will close temporarily and reopen in 2027ā28 as a Choice Career Academy Middle School, creating new pathways in career and technical education (CTE).
āThese changes ensure more students are learning in higher-rated schools while also allowing us to modernize our facilities and expand opportunities,ā Dr. Little added. āOur goal is not just efficiency, itās excellence. Every decision connects back to our strategic priorities of empowering graduates, developing thriving students, and sustaining operational excellence.ā
La Joya ISD will hold staff and community meetings from November through January to gather feedback and answer questions from families. Final recommendations will go before the School Board on January 21, 2026.
āOur Achieving Excellence Together 2030 strategic plan is about preparing students for limitless opportunities,ā said Superintendent Dr. Marcey Sorensen. āThese recommended school actions allow us to acknowledge and act on the declines in enrollment that the District and community have known about for years, ensure that we are delivering on the promise of educational excellence for all students, align ourselves with fiscally responsible practices, and reinvest in what matters most; strong schools, great teachers, and innovative programs that inspire success.ā
For more information about La Joya ISDās Achieving Excellence Together 2030 Strategic Plan and the school action timeline, visit www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions
LA JOYA, Texas ā La Joya Independent School District has announced initial school action recommendations for the 2026ā27 school year as part of its ongoing commitment to ensure every student has access to a high-quality, best-fit learning environment. The recommendations align directly with the districtās Achieving Excellence Together 2030 Strategic Plan and its North Star Goal of having 90 percent of students enrolled in A- or B-rated campuses by 2029.
The proposed actions would close or repurpose select campuses to improve academic outcomes, address enrollment shifts, and allow for strategic reinvestment in programs that elevate student success. By realigning facilities and staffing, the district projects up to $27.2 million in potential savings, which will be reinvested to strengthen instruction, expand career and technical education, and enhance student programming.
āThese recommendations are about doing whatās right for students,ā said Dr. Derek Little, Chief of Academics and School Leadership. āBy reassigning students to our highest-performing campuses and expanding innovative school models, we can ensure every child receives the level of excellence our community expects and deserves.ā
The initial recommendations include:
The closure of Benavides Elementary - students reassigned to Sam Fordyce Elementary
The closure of PeƱa Elementary - students reassigned to Clinton Elementary and Gonzalez Elementary determined by studentsā residential zones
The closure of Leo Elementary - students reassigned to Flores Elementary and E.B. Reyna Elementary determined by studentsā residential zones
The closure of Ann Richards Middle School - students reassigned to Garcia Middle School and Memorial Middle School determined by studentsā residential zones
J.D. Salinas Middle School will close temporarily and reopen in 2027ā28 as a Choice Career Academy Middle School, creating new pathways in career and technical education (CTE).
āThese changes ensure more students are learning in higher-rated schools while also allowing us to modernize our facilities and expand opportunities,ā Dr. Little added. āOur goal is not just efficiency, itās excellence. Every decision connects back to our strategic priorities of empowering graduates, developing thriving students, and sustaining operational excellence.ā
La Joya ISD will hold staff and community meetings from November through January to gather feedback and answer questions from families. Final recommendations will go before the School Board on January 21, 2026.
āOur Achieving Excellence Together 2030 strategic plan is about preparing students for limitless opportunities,ā said Superintendent Dr. Marcey Sorensen. āThese recommended school actions allow us to acknowledge and act on the declines in enrollment that the District and community have known about for years, ensure that we are delivering on the promise of educational excellence for all students, align ourselves with fiscally responsible practices, and reinvest in what matters most; strong schools, great teachers, and innovative programs that inspire success.ā
For more information about La Joya ISDās Achieving Excellence Together 2030 Strategic Plan and the school action timeline, visit www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions
La Joya ISD is hosting a Food Drive Pick-Up Event to assist families who may need a little extra support this season.
Drive up, pick up, and know that your community is here for you. ā¤ļø
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La Joya ISD realizarĆ” un Evento de Entrega de Alimentos para apoyar a las familias que necesiten un poco de ayuda esta temporada.
Pasa, recoge tus alimentos y recuerda que tu comunidad estĆ” contigo. ā¤ļø
Drive up, pick up, and know that your community is here for you. ā¤ļø
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La Joya ISD realizarĆ” un Evento de Entrega de Alimentos para apoyar a las familias que necesiten un poco de ayuda esta temporada.
Pasa, recoge tus alimentos y recuerda que tu comunidad estĆ” contigo. ā¤ļø
Check out this weekās newsletter to catch all the latest highlights from JD Salinas Middle School! š
Issue 7 features Chalupa Night fun, TMSCA contestants, classroom spotlights, and more exciting moments from our Husky family. ā¤ļøš©¶
Stay connected and celebrate everything happening at JD!
š© Read all past issues here: https://salinasms.lajoyaisd.com/o/salinasms/page/jd-newsletter
#WEAREJDā¤ļø
#HuskyPride #HuskyNews #JDSalinasMS #StayConnected
Issue 7 features Chalupa Night fun, TMSCA contestants, classroom spotlights, and more exciting moments from our Husky family. ā¤ļøš©¶
Stay connected and celebrate everything happening at JD!
š© Read all past issues here: https://salinasms.lajoyaisd.com/o/salinasms/page/jd-newsletter
#WEAREJDā¤ļø
#HuskyPride #HuskyNews #JDSalinasMS #StayConnected
š La Joya ISD is celebrating health this season! š
Come out to our Healthy Harvest Fair and take part in health screenings, wellness activities, and fun fall festivities for everyone. Together, weāre building a stronger, healthier Husky community!
š Friday, November 14, 2025
š Juarez-Lincoln High School Gymnasium
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š Ā”La Joya ISD celebra la salud esta temporada! š
AcompƔƱanos en nuestra Feria de Cosecha Saludable (Healthy Harvest Fair) y participa en evaluaciones de salud, actividades de bienestar y divertidas festividades de otoƱo para toda la familia.
Ā”Juntos construimos una comunidad Husky mĆ”s fuerte y saludable! ā¤ļøš¾
š Viernes, 14 de noviembre de 2025
š Gimnasio de la preparatoria Juarez-Lincoln
#WEAREJDš§”
#HuskyPride #HealthyHarvest #CommunityWellness
Come out to our Healthy Harvest Fair and take part in health screenings, wellness activities, and fun fall festivities for everyone. Together, weāre building a stronger, healthier Husky community!
š Friday, November 14, 2025
š Juarez-Lincoln High School Gymnasium
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š Ā”La Joya ISD celebra la salud esta temporada! š
AcompƔƱanos en nuestra Feria de Cosecha Saludable (Healthy Harvest Fair) y participa en evaluaciones de salud, actividades de bienestar y divertidas festividades de otoƱo para toda la familia.
Ā”Juntos construimos una comunidad Husky mĆ”s fuerte y saludable! ā¤ļøš¾
š Viernes, 14 de noviembre de 2025
š Gimnasio de la preparatoria Juarez-Lincoln
#WEAREJDš§”
#HuskyPride #HealthyHarvest #CommunityWellness
š³ļø JD Salinas Middle School Welcomes Newly Elected Student Council!
Excitement filled the halls at JD Salinas Middle School as students elected their new Student Council Officers for the 2025ā2026 school year! š
These student leaders were chosen for their dedication, school spirit, and commitment to making a difference on campus. The council will work together to plan events, support school initiatives, and represent the voice of the student body.
Congratulations to our newly elected JD Student Council members, weāre proud of your leadership and canāt wait to see the positive impact youāll make this year! ā¤ļøš©¶š¾
#WEAREJDš©¶
#HuskyPride #HuskyStudentCouncil #JDSalinasMS #StudentVoices
šļø Husky Weekly Newsletter Issue 6 is Here! š¾
Check out all the latest highlights from JD Salinas Middle School! š
This weekās issue features our newly elected Student Council, creative DĆa de Muertos projects from Spanish class, and more amazing moments from our Husky community! ā¤ļøš©¶
Stay informed, stay inspired, and celebrate all the great things happening at JD! š
š© Read all issues here: https://salinasms.lajoyaisd.com/o/salinasms/page/jd-newsletter
#WEAREJDā¤ļø
#HuskyPride #HuskyNews #JDSalinasMS #StayConnected
Check out all the latest highlights from JD Salinas Middle School! š
This weekās issue features our newly elected Student Council, creative DĆa de Muertos projects from Spanish class, and more amazing moments from our Husky community! ā¤ļøš©¶
Stay informed, stay inspired, and celebrate all the great things happening at JD! š
š© Read all issues here: https://salinasms.lajoyaisd.com/o/salinasms/page/jd-newsletter
#WEAREJDā¤ļø
#HuskyPride #HuskyNews #JDSalinasMS #StayConnected
Our Huskies are giving back! š¾
JD Salinas is hosting a Thanksgiving Food Drive to support local families in need. Students, staff, and families are invited to donate canned goods and pantry staples (please see items needed on the flyer).
šļøWeek of November 10 through November 14
Letās pack those donation boxes and share the spirit of Thanksgiving! š¦š
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Ā”Nuestros Huskies estĆ”n ayudando a los demĆ”s! š¾
JD Salinas estarĆ” organizando una colecta de alimentos para el DĆa de AcciĆ³n de Gracias con el fin de apoyar a familias necesitadas de la zona. Se invita a estudiantes, personal y familias a donar alimentos enlatados y productos bĆ”sicos de despensa (consulten la lista de artĆculos necesarios en el folleto).
šļøSemana del 10 al 14 de noviembre
Ā”A preparar las cajas de donaciĆ³n y a compartir el espĆritu de AcciĆ³n de Gracias! š¦š
#WEAREJDš
#HuskyPride #SeasonOfGiving
JD Salinas is hosting a Thanksgiving Food Drive to support local families in need. Students, staff, and families are invited to donate canned goods and pantry staples (please see items needed on the flyer).
šļøWeek of November 10 through November 14
Letās pack those donation boxes and share the spirit of Thanksgiving! š¦š
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Ā”Nuestros Huskies estĆ”n ayudando a los demĆ”s! š¾
JD Salinas estarĆ” organizando una colecta de alimentos para el DĆa de AcciĆ³n de Gracias con el fin de apoyar a familias necesitadas de la zona. Se invita a estudiantes, personal y familias a donar alimentos enlatados y productos bĆ”sicos de despensa (consulten la lista de artĆculos necesarios en el folleto).
šļøSemana del 10 al 14 de noviembre
Ā”A preparar las cajas de donaciĆ³n y a compartir el espĆritu de AcciĆ³n de Gracias! š¦š
#WEAREJDš
#HuskyPride #SeasonOfGiving
Game Day Alert! šØ
JD Salinas Soccer Teams are hitting the field today, Thursday, November 6, 2025, at McAllen Sports Park (Field #8).
Come cheer on your Huskies as they take on the Fossum Falcons! ā½š¾
Start Times are:
7th Grade 6:00 PM
8th Grade 7:00 PM
See you there!
#WEAREJDā¤ļø
https://maps.app.goo.gl/PdFfcuHz4o5K6eGw7?g_st=aw
JD Salinas Soccer Teams are hitting the field today, Thursday, November 6, 2025, at McAllen Sports Park (Field #8).
Come cheer on your Huskies as they take on the Fossum Falcons! ā½š¾
Start Times are:
7th Grade 6:00 PM
8th Grade 7:00 PM
See you there!
#WEAREJDā¤ļø
https://maps.app.goo.gl/PdFfcuHz4o5K6eGw7?g_st=aw
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and JD is joining the movement! š©µ
Throughout the month, our Huskies will take part in activities and events that promote healthy habits, awareness, and support for those affected by diabetes.
Together, we can make a difference! One healthy choice at a time! šŖ
#WEAREJDš
#DiabetesAwarenessMonth #HealthyHuskies #JDCommunity #WellnessMatters
