Health Services
Access Skyward to Complete the SB 12 Parental Consent Form:
The La Joya Independent School District Health Services Department will provide a safe and healthful school environment by focusing on prevention and early intervention. Through implementation of an ongoing and effective health education curriculum, we will promote student and staff health safety.
The school nurse takes the leadership role by acting as a liaison between home, school, and community and by promoting an environment of optimal health and wellness that is conducive to learning.
Contacting Health Services:
Injuries and illnesses sometimes occur at school. In the event that your child is seriously injured or seriously ill, LJISD personnel will immediately notify you or your authorized emergency contacts. Have you provided the school with your updated telephone numbers?
2025-2026 Non-Emergency Services
Parents/Guardians,
During the 89th Texas Legislative Session, lawmakers passed Senate Bill 12, which requires schools to get annual parental consent before providing routine health services. This includes services such as first aid or vision and hearing screenings.
In accordance with Senate Bill 12 (SB 12), 89th Texas Legislative Session, and in recognition of your right to direct your child’s medical care, we are requesting your consent for your child to receive non-emergency health services from the campus nurse or other authorized school personnel during the 2025–2026 school year.
A new form has been made available to be filled out in Skyward Family Access. Please complete the form prior to September 1, 2025. See the steps below for completing the form. If you have questions regarding Skyward Access, please reach out to your child’s campus.
2025-2026 Servicios que no son de emergencia
Padres/Tutores:
Durante la 89.ª Sesión Legislativa de Texas, los legisladores aprobaron el Proyecto de Ley del Senado 12, que exige que las escuelas obtengan el consentimiento anual de los padres antes de brindar servicios rutinarios de salud física. Esto incluye servicios como primeros auxilios o exámenes de la vista y la audición. De acuerdo con el Proyecto de Ley del Senado 12 (SB 12), de la 89.ª Sesión Legislativa de Texas, y en reconocimiento de su derecho a dirigir la atención médica de su hijo/a, solicitamos su consentimiento para que su hijo/a reciba servicios de salud que no sean de emergencia por parte de la enfermera u otro personal escolar autorizado durante el año escolar 2025-2026. Se ha publicado un nuevo formulario para completar en Skyward Family Access. Complete el formulario antes del 1 de septiembre de 2025. Consulte los pasos a continuación para completarlo. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre Skyward Access, comuníquese con la escuela de su hijo/a.
Bleed Control Trainings
In accordance with Texas safety requirements, La Joya ISD provides annual instruction on the use of bleeding control stations to students in grades seven and above. This training, delivered by a School Resource Officer or other qualified district personnel trained under Section 38.030(b)(3), teaches students how to recognize life-threatening bleeding and apply critical lifesaving techniques such as direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquet use. The goal is to prepare students to respond effectively in an emergency until first responders arrive.
Student Registration
Students in grades 7-12 who wish to participate in bleeding control training may register using the link below.
Bleed Control Training Registration
For more information contact La Joya ISD Police Department
Address:
7209 Ann Richards Rd
Mission Texas 78572
Phone:
956.323.2040
Contact Information
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Marissa Morales, RN
