For the 2025–2026 school year, La Joya ISD students in Pre-K–12th grade may not use cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, tablets, or laptops during the school day — from arrival to dismissal.
📄 More info: www.lajoyaisd.com/page/cell-phone-policy
The 2025 football season is about to kick off — and our Coyotes, Huskies, and Lobos are ready to dominate the field. 📅🔥
Check out the game dates, mark your calendars, and come out to cheer loud and proud for our student-athletes. ❤️🤍🖤 Let’s fill the stands with PACK pride all season long! 🙌📣
#LJISDFootball #ThePack #FridayNightLights #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
📢 Reminder — School Start & End Times ⏰
La Joya ISD families — here’s a quick reminder of start and end times for the 2025–2026 school year:
🏫 Elementary Schools: 7:35 AM – 3:05 PM
📘 Middle Schools: 8:15 AM – 3:50 PM
🎓 High Schools: 8:35 AM – 4:30 PM
🎓 Jimmy Carter ECHS: 8:45 AM – 4:30 PM
⭐ ACE Campuses (Garza & Seguin): 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
💯 Good attendance starts with being on time, every day — let’s make every minute count this school year! 🚀📚
#LJISDBackToSchool #LJISDReady #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
Huge congratulations to seniors Adrian Garza & Jaxzel Cantu on committing to the Texas College Steers in Tyler, TX! 📝⚾
These two standout Lobos will continue playing baseball while pursuing their education — a true home run for both their athletic and academic journeys! 🌟
We’re incredibly proud of you both — and remember, once a Lobo, always a Lobo! ❤️🤍
#CollegeSigning #PalmviewHS #LoboPride #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
In the event of an emergency, La Joya ISD utilizes the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) to ensure clear, consistent actions for all students, staff, and first responders.
Consisting of guidelines that adhere to the Texas School Safety Center, one of the actions within the SRP is 🟣HOLD— a directive that restricts movement and requires students and staff to remain in their classrooms with doors locked while instruction continues.
A 🟣HOLD may be used during situations like hallway altercations or medical emergencies. Students outside the classroom will be directed to a supervised, secure space.
Through this uniformed response, La Joya ISD is prioritizing safety with a unified response and clear communication.
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🚨 Seguridad Primero en La Joya ISD 🚨
En caso de una emergencia, La Joya ISD utiliza el ¡Protocolo de Respuesta Estándar! (SRP) para garantizar acciones claras y consistentes para todos los estudiantes, el personal y los socorristas.
Este protocolo, alineado con las pautas del Texas School Safety Center, incluye la acción de 🟣HOLD (Permanecer en el Aula) — una instrucción que restringe el movimiento y requiere que estudiantes y personal permanezcan dentro de sus salones con las puertas cerradas, mientras la enseñanza continúa.
Un 🟣HOLD puede utilizarse en situaciones como altercados en los pasillos o emergencias médicas. Los estudiantes que se encuentren fuera del aula serán llevados a un lugar seguro y supervisado.
Con esta respuesta estandarizada, La Joya ISD reafirma su compromiso con la seguridad mediante una comunicación clara y acciones unificadas.
La Joya ISD campuses came alive this morning with smiles, joy, and new beginnings. 💫
Let’s make 2025–2026 a year of excellence, growth, and success for all! 🎉📚
Here’s a 📸 look at Day 1 across the district! 🎉
#LJISDBackToSchool #LJISDFirstDayOfSchool #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
From exciting performances to thrilling rides, the community came together to celebrate 100 years of educational excellence. 🎓💯
A big thank you to everyone who made this celebration so special, and here's to an exciting new school year!
#LJISDCentennial #CarnivalOfACentury #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
Take a look at the August School Lunch Menu to see what’s on the menu in our cafeterias 📅🥗🍎
👉 https://lajoyaisdcns.com/index.php?sid=0208131445498761&page=menus
#LJISDBackToSchool #SchoolLunchMenu #LJISDCafeterias
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🍽 Familias de La Joya ISD — ¡mañana damos la bienvenida a nuestros estudiantes para un nuevo ciclo escolar! 📚💫
Revisen el Menú de Almuerzo Escolar de Agosto para conocer lo que habrá en nuestras cafeterías 📅🥗🍎
👉 https://lajoyaisdcns.com/index.php?sid=0208131445498761&page=menus
Tomorrow is the first day of school! Drive cautiously, watch for school buses, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Let’s make it a safe and great year.
#LJISDReady #SchoolSafety #LJISDBackToSchool #FirstDayOfSchool
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🚸 Recordatorio de Seguridad de Regreso a Clases 🚸
¡Mañana es el primer día de clases! Conduzca con precaución, esté atento a los autobuses escolares y salga con tiempo para llegar a su destino. Hagamos de este un año escolar seguro y exitoso.
La Joya ISD families — as we get ready to welcome students back, here’s a quick reminder of the start and end times for the 2025–2026 school year:
🏫 Elementary Schools: 7:35 AM – 3:05 PM
📘 Middle Schools: 8:15 AM – 3:50 PM
🎓 High Schools: 8:35 AM – 4:30 PM
🎓 Jimmy Carter ECHS: 8:45 AM – 4:30 PM
⭐ ACE Campuses (Garza & Seguin): 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Let’s make it a great first day of learning and success! 🎉🍎
#LJISDBackToSchool #LJISDReady #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
Reminder La Joya ISD Community
📢 New State Law Prompts Changes to Personal Communication Device Use in La Joya ISD for the 2025 - 2026 school year.
At the July 30, 2025 Board Meeting, La Joya ISD School Board approved a new district policy in alignment with Texas House Bill 1481, which requires school districts across the state to limit the use of personal communication devices during instructional hours.
📱 What this means for our students:
Starting with the 2025–2026 school year, students in Pre-K through 12th grade will not be allowed to use cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, or similar electronic devices during the school day—from arrival to dismissal.
🔒 Devices can still be brought to school, but they must be:
• Turned off before entering the school building
• Stored securely, either in backpacks, designated areas, or district-issued locking pouches (depending on grade level)
• Left untouched until the end of the instructional day
📍 Implementation will vary by campus level:
• Elementary: Devices stored in backpacks or teacher-designated spaces
• Middle & High School: Devices must be stored in district-provided locking pouches
• HOPE and College & Career Center: No personal devices allowed on campus
⚠️ Progressive discipline will be used for violations, ranging from verbal warnings to device holds.
This policy is designed to minimize distractions and improve safety across our campuses, ensuring that students stay focused and engaged in learning.
Questions? Please reach out to your child’s school for support. For more information, please visit our website at www.lajoyaisd.com/page/cell-phone-policy
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📢 Nueva ley estatal genera cambios en el uso de dispositivos de comunicación personal en La Joya ISD
Durante la reunión de la Mesa Directiva del 30 de julio de 2025, la Mesa Directiva de La Joya ISD aprobó una nueva política distrital conforme a la Cámara de Representantes de Texas, Proyecto de Ley 1481, la cual exige que todos los distritos escolares en el estado limiten el uso de dispositivos de comunicación personal durante el horario de clases.
📱 ¿Qué significa esto para nuestros estudiantes?
A partir del ciclo escolar 2025–2026, los estudiantes desde Pre-Kínder hasta 12.º grado no podrán utilizar teléfonos celulares, relojes inteligentes, audífonos u otros dispositivos electrónicos similares durante el día escolar, desde la llegada hasta la salida.
🔒 Se permitirá traer dispositivos a la escuela, pero deberán:
• Estar apagados antes de entrar al edificio escolar
• Estar guardados de manera segura, ya sea en mochilas, áreas designadas o en bolsas con seguro proporcionadas por el distrito (según el nivel escolar)
• No ser utilizados hasta el final del día escolar
📍 La implementación variará según el nivel escolar:
• Primaria: Los dispositivos se guardarán en las mochilas o en espacios designados por el maestro
• Secundaria y Preparatoria: Los dispositivos deberán guardarse en bolsas con seguro proporcionadas por el distrito
• HOPE y College & Career Center: No se permitirá el uso ni la posesión de dispositivos personales en el plantel
⚠️ Se aplicará una disciplina progresiva en caso de violaciones, desde advertencias verbales hasta la retención temporal del dispositivo.
Esta política está diseñada para reducir distracciones y mejorar la seguridad en todos nuestros planteles, asegurando que los estudiantes se mantengan enfocados y participen activamente en su aprendizaje.
¿Preguntas? Comuníquese con la escuela de su hijo(a) para obtener ayuda. Para más información, visite nuestro sitio web: www.lajoyaisd.com/page/cell-phone-policy
This week, our amazing educators participated in various in-service days meant to enhance their knowledge and skills🍎📝
La Joya ISD is happy to welcome back our students and staff for what is sure to be an amazing academic year! 🎉🎉🎉
#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
Thank you to all the parents and students who joined us last night at our elementary campuses to meet our teachers, tour the schools, and get ready for an exciting year ahead. 💫🏫🎒
#LJISDBackToSchool #LJISDMeetTheTeacherNight #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
Thank you to all the parents and students who came out to meet teachers, tour the campuses, and show their support. Your involvement makes all the difference as we kick off a new school year! 💫
#LJISDBackToSchool #LJISDMeetTheTeacherNight #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
At the July 30, 2025 Board Meeting, La Joya ISD School Board approved a new district policy in alignment with Texas House Bill 1481, which requires school districts across the state to limit the use of personal communication devices during instructional hours.
📱 What this means for our students:
Starting with the 2025–2026 school year, students in Pre-K through 12th grade will not be allowed to use cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, or similar electronic devices during the school day—from arrival to dismissal.
🔒 Devices can still be brought to school, but they must be:
• Turned off before entering the school building
• Stored securely, either in backpacks, designated areas, or district-issued locking pouches (depending on grade level)
• Left untouched until the end of the instructional day
📍 Implementation will vary by campus level:
• Elementary: Devices stored in backpacks or teacher-designated spaces
• Middle & High School: Devices must be stored in district-provided locking pouches
• HOPE and College & Career Center: No personal devices allowed on campus
⚠️ Progressive discipline will be used for violations, ranging from verbal warnings to device holds.
This policy is designed to minimize distractions and improve safety across our campuses, ensuring that students stay focused and engaged in learning.
Questions? Please reach out to your child’s school for support. For more information, please visit our website at www.lajoyaisd.com/page/cell-phone-policy
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📢 Nueva ley estatal genera cambios en el uso de dispositivos de comunicación personal en La Joya ISD
Durante la reunión de la Mesa Directiva del 30 de julio de 2025, la Mesa Directiva de La Joya ISD aprobó una nueva política distrital conforme a la Cámara de Representantes de Texas, Proyecto de Ley 1481, la cual exige que todos los distritos escolares en el estado limiten el uso de dispositivos de comunicación personal durante el horario de clases.
📱 ¿Qué significa esto para nuestros estudiantes?
A partir del ciclo escolar 2025–2026, los estudiantes desde Pre-Kínder hasta 12.º grado no podrán utilizar teléfonos celulares, relojes inteligentes, audífonos u otros dispositivos electrónicos similares durante el día escolar, desde la llegada hasta la salida.
🔒 Se permitirá traer dispositivos a la escuela, pero deberán:
• Estar apagados antes de entrar al edificio escolar
• Estar guardados de manera segura, ya sea en mochilas, áreas designadas o en bolsas con seguro proporcionadas por el distrito (según el nivel escolar)
• No ser utilizados hasta el final del día escolar
📍 La implementación variará según el nivel escolar:
• Primaria: Los dispositivos se guardarán en las mochilas o en espacios designados por el maestro
• Secundaria y Preparatoria: Los dispositivos deberán guardarse en bolsas con seguro proporcionadas por el distrito
• HOPE y College & Career Center: No se permitirá el uso ni la posesión de dispositivos personales en el plantel
⚠️ Se aplicará una disciplina progresiva en caso de violaciones, desde advertencias verbales hasta la retención temporal del dispositivo.
Esta política está diseñada para reducir distracciones y mejorar la seguridad en todos nuestros planteles, asegurando que los estudiantes se mantengan enfocados y participen activamente en su aprendizaje.
¿Preguntas? Comuníquese con la escuela de su hijo(a) para obtener ayuda. Para más información, visite nuestro sitio web: www.lajoyaisd.com/page/cell-phone-policy
In the event of an emergency, La Joya ISD utilizes the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) to ensure clear, consistent actions for all students, staff, and first responders.
Consisting of guidelines that adhere to the Texas School Safety Center, one of the actions within the SRP is 🟣HOLD— a directive that restricts movement and requires students and staff to remain in their classrooms with doors locked while instruction continues.
A 🟣HOLD may be used during situations like hallway altercations or medical emergencies. Students outside the classroom will be directed to a supervised, secure space.
Through this uniformed response, La Joya ISD is prioritizing safety with a unified response and clear communication.
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🚨 Seguridad Primero en La Joya ISD 🚨
En caso de una emergencia, La Joya ISD utiliza el ¡Protocolo de Respuesta Estándar! (SRP) para garantizar acciones claras y consistentes para todos los estudiantes, el personal y los socorristas.
Este protocolo, alineado con las pautas del Texas School Safety Center, incluye la acción de 🟣HOLD (Permanecer en el Aula) — una instrucción que restringe el movimiento y requiere que estudiantes y personal permanezcan dentro de sus salones con las puertas cerradas, mientras la enseñanza continúa.
Un 🟣HOLD puede utilizarse en situaciones como altercados en los pasillos o emergencias médicas. Los estudiantes que se encuentren fuera del aula serán llevados a un lugar seguro y supervisado.
Con esta respuesta estandarizada, La Joya ISD reafirma su compromiso con la seguridad mediante una comunicación clara y acciones unificadas.
👋 Elementary families, we’re looking forward to seeing you tomorrow!
Join us for Meet the Teacher Night on Thursday, August 7, from 5:30–7:00 PM. Meet your child’s teachers, explore the campus, and kick off a fantastic school year! 🏫🎒✏️
#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
Save on qualifying back-to-school items like clothing, footwear, school supplies, backpacks, and more. 📚👟🎒✏️
🛍 Shop your back-to-school essentials and enjoy tax-free savings!
👉 For a full list of eligible items: https://comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/publications/98-490/
#TaxFreeWeekend #BackToSchoolSavings #LJISDBackToSchool
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📣 Familias de La Joya ISD — ¡El Fin de Semana Libre de Impuestos es del 8 al 10 de agosto! 🎉
Ahorra en artículos escolares que califican, como ropa, calzado, útiles, mochilas y más. 📚👟🎒✏️
🛍 Compra tus esenciales para el regreso a clases y aprovecha los ahorros libres de impuestos.
Para ver la lista completa de artículos que califican, visita: 👉 https://comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/publications/98-490/
La Joya ISD thanks all the parents and students who joined us last night at all of our middle school campuses to meet our amazing teachers, tour their campuses, and learn more about the exciting year ahead. It was wonderful seeing so many smiling faces and excited families ready for a fantastic school year! 💫
#LJISDBackToSchool #LJISDMeetTheTeacherNight #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
Join us for Meet the Teacher Night on Wednesday, August 6, from 5:30–7:00 PM.
Visit your child’s high school campus, connect with teachers, and get ready for a great year ahead! 🎓📘
#MeetTheTeacher #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
