
š¢ The April 2025 Edition of The Pack Connection is HERE! š¾š°
Itās packed with exciting updates, student highlights, testing tips, and everything you need to know as we head into the final stretch of the school year! š„šāļø
š Get the scoop on STAAR & EOC testing, celebrate the incredible work happening across our schools, and check out how your voice is helping shape our Strategic Plan for 2025-2026 and beyond! š”š„āØ
š² Read it now and stay connected with all things La Joya ISD!
View The Pack Connection Here: https://5il.co/3cw6m


š Itās Gifted and Talented Awareness Week! š
La Joya ISD is excited to celebrate GT Awareness Week, recognizing the incredible talents of our Gifted and Talented students while giving a big shout-out to the amazing educators who guide them on their journey! Letās come together to celebrate their achievements! š #GiftedEducation #GTawareness


Attention parents: There is no SATA (OFSDP Flex Time) today, April 7, or Tuesday, April 8. It will resume April 9.
Atención padres: No hay SATA (OFSDP Flex Time) hoy, 7 de abril, ni el martes, 8 de abril. Se reanudarÔ el 9 de abril.


šØIt's not too late to sign your children up for summer fun!āØš
Donāt miss out! Pre-K to 5th grade Tabasco students can be registered for our summer STEAM Camp! ššāļø
Exciting hands-on learning experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math are waiting for your child this summer! āļøšš”
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Give us a call at (956) 323-2440 to sign up š² and give your child a summer of discovery and enrichment!
#STEAM #SummerLearning #FutureInnovators



š Happy National Assistant Principals Week! š
La Joya ISD proudly recognizes the hard work, dedication, and leadership of our incredible assistant principals. Your commitment to student success and campus excellence does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do! ššš¼
#LJISDLegacyOfExcellence #NationalAssistantPrincipalsWeek #APWeek25


This week Tabasco Elementary celebrates Autism Awareness Week!


ššš½šš½Outstanding job to Letty Garza (Pre-K3) and Brisa Cantu (Pre-K4) for your outstanding achievement from Hidalgo County Head Start! ššš½šš½
On Thursday, Mrs. Cantu and Mrs. Garza were named as Tabasco Elementary's HCHSP Teachers of the Year for the 2024-25 school year!
Thank you for all that you bring to Tabasco Elementary and to the Hidalgo County Head Start Program that enriches the lives of our students and helps set them on the path to academic success!
#TeacherOfTheYear #tabascoproud #HCHSP @La Joya ISD


STAAR testing begins next week with Reading/Lectura. Here is all the information about our upcoming testing days.



šāØ Parents & Teachers, Join Us for an Exclusive HQIM Reading Showcase! āØš
La Joya ISD invites YOU to explore high-quality instructional materials designed to enhance student learning! š«š©āš«
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April 3
š Tabasco Elementary Cafeteria
š 3:30 - 5:00 PM | K-5 Teachers
š 5:00 - 6:30 PM | K-5 Parents
Donāt miss this interactive demonstration and see firsthand how HQIM can support our young learners! šš”


Here's our April calendar! Be sure to check out all the awesome things going on at Tabasco in the month of April!



š£ Todayās the day! š
La Joya ISD Pre-K3, Pre-K4 & Kinder Expo is happening TODAY!
š 5:00 PM ā 6:30 PM
š All La Joya ISD Elementary Schools
⨠Families of current and future Pre-K3, Pre-K4 & Kinder students ā come meet our amazing teachers, explore classrooms, get help with registration, and enjoy giveaways & more!
See you there! š§š¦šØš
#ljisdlegacyofexcellence
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š£ Ā”Hoy es el gran dĆa! š
”La Expo de Pre-K3, Pre-K4 y Kinder de La Joya ISD es HOY!
š 5:00 PM ā 6:30 PM
š Todas las escuelas primarias de La Joya ISD
⨠Familias de estudiantes actuales y futuros de Pre-K3, Pre-K4 y Kinder ā vengan a conocer a nuestros increĆbles maestros, explorar los salones, Ā”recibir asistencia con la registración, disfruten de obsequios y mĆ”s!
Ā”Nos vemos ahĆ! š§š¦šØš



š Only 2 Days Away! š
La Joya ISD Pre-K3, Pre-K4 & Kinder Expo is almost here!
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Tuesday, April 1, 2025
š 5:00 PM ā 6:30 PM
š All La Joya ISD Elementary Schools
⨠Families of future and current Pre-K3, Pre-K4 & Kinder students ā come meet our amazing teachers, explore classrooms, get help with registration, enjoy giveaways and more! #ljisdlegacyofexcellence
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š Ā”Faltan solo 2 dĆas! š
Ā”La Expo de Pre-K3, Pre-K4 y Kinder de La Joya ISD ya casi estĆ” aquĆ!
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Martes, 1 de abril de 2025
š 5:00 PM ā 6:30 PM
š Todas las escuelas primarias de La Joya ISD
⨠Familias de estudiantes actuales y futuros de Pre-K3, Pre-K4 y Kinder ā vengan a conocer a nuestros increĆbles maestros, explorar los salones, Ā”recibir asistencia con la registración, disfruten de obsequios y mĆ”s! #ljisdlegacyofexcellence



Here is all you need to know for next week's Librarian's Appreciation Week! We are celebrating our awesome librarian, Mrs. Alma Flores!


Classes have been canceled on Friday, March 28, due to inclement weather. Please read the district notice. Stay safe, Tabasco community!



š¢ La Joya ISD Closure ā Friday, March 28, 2025 āļø
Due to weather conditions, La Joya ISD will be closed on Friday, March 28, 2025. All district staff and students are advised to stay home š” and remain safeā
We appreciate our communityās understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff šØāš«š©āš. Thank you for your continued support! š We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, March 31, 2025. Stay safe! š
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š¢ Cierre de La Joya ISD ā Viernes 28 de marzo de 2025 āļø
Debido a las condiciones climĆ”ticas, La Joya ISD permanecerĆ” cerrado el viernes 28 de marzo de 2025. Se les pide a todos los empleados del distrito y estudiantes que permanezcan en casa š” y se mantengan segurosā
Agradecemos la comprensión y cooperación de nuestra comunidad mientras priorizamos la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal šØāš«š©āš. Ā”Gracias por su continuo apoyo! š
Ā”CuĆdense y nos vemos el lunes, 31 de marzo del 2025! š



We are happy to report that all students got home safely today! Our principal, Mrs. Vilma Brantley, shares the following message of thanks with our Tabasco community.:



š¢ Attention Parents: Due to bad weather, the Reading HQIM Showcase has been rescheduled to April 3 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
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š¢ Atención padres de familia: Debido al mal clima, el Reading HQIM Showcase ha sido reprogramado para el 3 de abril | 5:00ā6:30 PM.

šØ Weather Delay: Bus Routes Running Late šØ
We anticipate lifting the Shelter-in-Place by 3:45 PM.
Due to inclement weather, bus routes will be approximately one hour delayed. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we Shelter in Place to ensure the safety of all students and staff. As soon as conditions allow for a safe dismissal, we will begin releasing students and transporting them home.
Please expect longer travel times as we work to complete all routes safely.
Thank you for your cooperation and support.
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šØ Retraso en Rutas de AutobĆŗs por Clima šØ
Anticipamos levantar el Refugio en el Lugar a las 3:45 PM.
Debido a las condiciones climÔticas, las rutas de autobús tendrÔn un retraso de aproximadamente una hora. Agradecemos su paciencia y comprensión mientras permanecemos en Refugio en el Lugar para garantizar la seguridad de todos los estudiantes y el personal. Tan pronto como las condiciones permitan una salida segura, comenzaremos a liberar a los estudiantes y transportarlos a sus hogares.
Por favor, espere tiempos de viaje mƔs largos mientras trabajamos para completar todas las rutas de manera segura.
Gracias por su cooperación y apoyo.


CORRECTION: Buses were released from the district to begin routes. Sorry for any confusion. Please ensure someone is home. Thank you.
CORRECCIĆN: Los autobuses fueron liberados del distrito para comenzar las rutas. Pedimos disculpas por cualquier confusión. Por favor, asegurarse de que alguien estĆ” en casa.Gracias.

ATTENTION: Buses are currently leaving the school. Please ensure someone is home to receive students. Thank you for your patience.
ATENCIĆN: Los autobuses estĆ”n saliendo de la escuela. Por favor, asegĆŗrese de que alguien estĆ” en casa para recibir a los estudiantes. Gracias por su paciencia.