🐾💙 La Joya High School proudly celebrates our incredible Guidance Counselors during National School Counseling Week 2026!
This year’s theme, “School Counselors Amplify Student Success,” highlights the heart, dedication, and support they give our Coyotes every day.
Our counselors champion student achievement, support the whole child, and partner with families to help every student succeed in school and beyond. Thank you for guiding our pack and inspiring success!
🐺 Once a Coyote, Always a Coyote!
#LJHSCoyotes #CoyotePride #NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #AmplifyStudentSuccess #ThankYouCounselors #CoyoteStrong#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence @LaJoyaISD
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!
Join us THIS SATURDAY for CAL LAB — your chance to recover credits, catch up, and stay on track to success! 📚✅
💡 CAL LAB is open for ALL subjects and students work at their own pace with support available.
⏰ Need to make up hours?
🔥 Make-up hours count DOUBLE! 🔥
This is a great opportunity to boost your progress and finish strong — don’t miss it!
📍 Stop by this Saturday and take charge of your success!
#LJHS #CALlab #StayOnTrack #StudentSuccess #FinishStrong#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence#CoyotePride
📣 Attention Incoming 9th Grade Students & Parents!
Interested in the Cosmetology Program at La Joya High School? 💇♀️💅
Join us for a MANDATORY Orientation Meeting to learn about program expectations, requirements, attendance standards, student responsibilities, selection process, and important TDLR guidelines.
📍 Location: La Joya High School Cafeteria
📅 Date: February 25, 2026 (WEDNESDAY)
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
⚠️ Parents/Guardians MUST attend for students interested in joining the program.
We look forward to meeting our future Cosmetology students! ✨
#LJHS #FutureStylists #CTE #Cosmetology #LaJoyaISD#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
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.
Community + Spirit Focus
Creativity + WAG = 🐺🔥
Proud of Deyanary Pacena for designing our Coyote Country News!
Every student. Every classroom. Every day.
#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence#LaJoyaISD#CoyotePride
🐺🍦 Coyotes, let’s EAT for a cause! 🍦🐺
Join us at DQ in Palmview and support the La Joya HS Senior Class!
📅 Tuesday, February 3rd
⏰ 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 1930 W. Palma Vista Dr., Palmview, TX
Every Blizzard, burger, and cone helps our seniors!
Show up. Eat up. Support La Joya! ❤️🤍💙
#LJHSSeniors#LJHSClass2026#LJISDCoyotePride
🐺 Coyotes Show Up & Show Out🐺
Friday Coyote Vibes: Happy Friday. Be Safe. Create Happiness
#CoyotePride #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
🚨🐺 PARKING ALERT – COYOTES READ UP! 🐺🚨
🚗 Parking = Privilege + Responsibility
To park on campus, students MUST have:
• ✅ A valid parking permit
• 🪪 Driver’s license & insurance
• ⏰ Good attendance, passing grades & punctuality
❌ No permit = No parking
❌ Students are NOT allowed in the parking lot during the instructional day
This keeps our campus safe, secure, and structured for everyone.
Drive smart. Park right. Coyote strong. 🐺🔥
#CoyotePride #ParkingRules #SafetyFirst#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence#CoyotePride
Coyotes preparing for the TSI & ACT know the formula:
• ⏰ Be present—attendance matters
• 📖 Reviews are available to help you succeed
• 🧭 Counselors are here to guide your next steps
College. Career. Confidence.
We’ve got you—now let’s go! 🔥🐺
#CoyoteStrong #FinishStrong#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence#LaJoyaHS#LaJoyaISD#CoyotePride
🐺 Coyotes, SHOW UP & LEVEL UP! 🐺
📚 Big assessments are coming—TELPAS, STAAR, MOY & EOY—and every day in class matters.
Why attendance = success? ⬇️
• 🧠 Stronger skills for tests AND real life
• 🎓 Better prep for college, careers & the future you want
• 💪 Confidence grows when you’re present and engaged
• ⏰ Less stress when you’re on time and ready
🚨 Reminder:
Students should arrive by 8:25 a.m.—classes start at 8:35 a.m.
Being on time = being prepared.
🐾 Coyotes don’t sit on the sidelines.
We show up, put in the work, and finish strong—together.
Let’s make every day count.
Your future starts NOW. 🔥🐺
#CoyotePride #ShowUpWin #FinishStrong #AttendanceMatters #FutureReady
💚🐾 COYOTE FAMILY REMINDER! 🐾💚
The La Joya High School GO Center is OPEN to help with Online Enrollment Registration during work hours and after school from 5:00–7:00 PM on TODAY, January 27, and Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Stop by, get support, and let’s make it happen—
🐺 Home of the Mighty Coyotes!
#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence #LaJoyaISD #CoyotePride
💚🐾 Coyote Family Invitation: ENROLLMENT REGISTRATION ASSISTANCE 🐾💚
Parents and guardians, we invite you to visit La Joya High School—the Home of the Mighty Coyotes—to complete Online Enrollment Registration.
Our team is available to support you, answer questions, and make the process smooth and stress-free. We value our partnership with families and look forward to welcoming you on campus.
📍 Visit LJHS during office hours
🤝 Let’s work together to set our students up for success
💚 Every student. Every day. The Coyote way.
#LJISDLegacy OfExcellence #LaJoyaISD #CoyotePride
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!
Due to expected inclement weather, all La Joya ISD schools will have a 1-hour delayed start on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
🚍 Bus routes will also run one hour later than normal.
👩🏫 Teachers and staff report at their regular time.
🎨🏀 All athletic and fine arts practices scheduled for the morning are canceled.
Please stay safe and continue to monitor our website and social media for official updates.
🔗 http://www.lajoyaisd.com/weather
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⏰❄️ ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL CLIMA – INICIO TARDÍO ❄️⏰
Debido a las condiciones climáticas previstas, todas las escuelas de La Joya ISD tendrán un inicio retrasado de 1 hora el martes 27 de enero de 2026.
🚍 Las rutas de autobús también operarán con una hora de retraso.
👩🏫 El personal y los maestros deben reportarse a su hora regular.
🎨🏀 Todas las prácticas matutinas de atletismo y bellas artes quedan canceladas.
Por favor manténgase seguro y continúe pendiente de nuestras redes sociales y sitio web para actualizaciones oficiales.
🔗 http://www.lajoyaisd.com/weather
❄️REMINDER Weather Update – Delayed Start (Monday, January 26, 2026) ❄️
Elementary ACE: 8:30 AM
Elementary: 8:35 AM
Middle Schools: 9:15 AM
High Schools: 9:35 AM
Early College: 9:45 AM
Bus routes will also operate on a one-hour delay.
Teachers and staff should report at their regular time.
Morning athletic and fine arts practices are canceled.
Students may dress comfortably and warmly, uniforms will not be required, and hot chocolate will be available in cafeterias Monday morning. ☕
Please continue to monitor our official channels for updates:
🌐 http://lajoyaisd.com/weather
📱 Social media & mass notifications
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❄️ RECORDATORIO Actualización del clima – Inicio retrasado (lunes, 26 de enero de 2026) ❄️
Primaria ACE: 8:30 AM
Primaria: 8:35 AM
Secundarias: 9:15 AM
Preparatorias: 9:35 AM
Early College: 9:45 AM
Las rutas de autobús también operarán con un retraso de una hora.
Los maestros y el personal deberán reportarse a su hora regular.
Las prácticas matutinas de atletismo y artes escénicas quedan canceladas.
Los estudiantes pueden vestirse de manera cómoda y abrigada no se requerirá uniforme y habrá chocolate caliente disponible en las cafeterías el lunes por la mañana. ☕
Por favor, continúe atento a nuestras fuentes oficiales para actualizaciones:
🌐 http://lajoyaisd.com/weather
📱 Redes sociales y mensajes del distrito
La seguridad de nuestra comunidad es nuestra prioridad.
💙🐺 La Joya High School WILL BE OPEN tomorrow. 🐺💙
At La Joya HS, we don’t just respond to the weather—we create the climate: one of warmth, care, and Coyote pride. 🐾
Led by Principal Mr. Eduardo “Eddie” Flores and our dedicated administration team, we are committed to providing a place of safety, warmth, structure, and support—especially on challenging mornings. For our students, being on campus means stability, care, and connection, and that matters.
⏰ Delayed Start: High School begins at 9:35 a.m.
However, the campus is open to provide a place of safety and warmth.
• Hot chocolate for students and staff at the Cafeteria.
❄️ Cold Weather Support (Monday Only):
• Warm clothing, warm-ups, or pajamas allowed
Please take your time, dress warmly, and arrive safely.
Thank you for your continued partnership and trust.
#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence #LaJoyaISD #CoyotePride
Our La Joya ISD family has been sharing great questions, and we’re thankful for the care you show in keeping your children safe.
To help you plan for Monday’s delayed start, we’ve gathered answers to the most common questions in this quick FAQ. Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and for being part of our La Joya ISD family as we get through this cold weather together. ❄️☕
Please stay safe and continue to monitor our social media platforms, website, and mass communication system for official updates.
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🚨 ¡ATENCIÓN, FAMILIAS DE LA JOYA ISD! 🚨
Nuestra familia de La Joya ISD ha compartido excelentes preguntas, y agradecemos el cuidado que demuestran para mantener a sus hijos seguros.
Para ayudarles a planificar el inicio retrasado del lunes, hemos reunido las respuestas a las preguntas más comunes en este breve FAQ. Gracias por su paciencia, flexibilidad y por ser parte de la familia de La Joya ISD mientras atravesamos juntos este clima frío. ❄️☕
Por favor, manténganse a salvo y continúen atentos a nuestras plataformas de redes sociales, nuestro sitio web y el sistema de comunicación masiva para recibir actualizaciones oficiales.
Due to expected inclement weather, all La Joya ISD schools will have a 1-hour delayed start for students on Monday, January 26.
Bus routes will also operate on a one-hour delay.
Teachers and staff should report at their regular time.
Morning athletic and fine arts practices are canceled.
Students may dress comfortably and warmly, uniforms will not be required, and hot chocolate will be available in cafeterias Monday morning. ☕
Please continue to monitor our official channels for updates:
🌐 http://lajoyaisd.com/weather
📱 Social media & mass notifications
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❄️ Actualización del clima – Inicio retrasado (lunes, 26 de enero de 2026) ❄️
Debido a las condiciones climáticas adversas previstas, todas las escuelas de La Joya ISD tendrán un inicio retrasado de 1 hora para los estudiantes el lunes 26 de enero.
Las rutas de autobús también operarán con un retraso de una hora.
Los maestros y el personal deberán reportarse a su hora regular.
Las prácticas matutinas de atletismo y artes escénicas quedan canceladas.
Los estudiantes pueden vestirse de manera cómoda y abrigada no se requerirá uniforme y habrá chocolate caliente disponible en las cafeterías el lunes por la mañana. ☕
Por favor, continúe atento a nuestras fuentes oficiales para actualizaciones:
🌐 http://lajoyaisd.com/weather
📱 Redes sociales y mensajes del distrito
La seguridad de nuestra comunidad es nuestra prioridad.
💚🐾 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION MONTH | JANUARY 🐾💚
January is School Board Recognition Month in Texas, a time to honor trustees for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to public education. The 2026 theme, “Our Future Is Public,” highlights the vital role elected officials play in guiding districts and supporting student success.
La Joya High School—the Home of the Mighty Coyotes—is proud to recognize La Joya ISD School Board Vice President Anita Chavez. A second-generation La Joya ISD alumna, Ms. Chavez continues to serve the community she calls home, advocating for students, families, faculty, and staff.
Strong Board of Trustees leadership helps pave the way for opportunity, growth, and success for every learner. We are grateful to celebrate this recognition alongside LJHS Principal Mr. Eduardo “Eddie” Flores, united in purpose for our students.
💚🔴 Thank you for leading with heart, vision, and commitment to public education. GO COYOYTES!🐺✨
#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence #LaJoyaISD #CoyotePride
