In July of 2010, Congress took notice of the importance of arts in education:
“Whereas arts education, comprising a rich array of disciplines including dance, music, theatre, media arts, literature, design, and visual arts, is a core academic subject and an essential element of a complete and balanced education for all students.”
At La Joya ISD ...
- ALL STUDENTS can participate!
- All Instruments and supplies are provided by LJISD!
- Transportation and meals provided for after school performances and competitions!
- Grants and Scholarships awarded to qualifying Seniors!
Ruben Adame
Director for Fine Arts
Dr. Roberto Zamora, Jr.
Asst. Director for Fine Arts
La Joya ISD Fine Arts Department Mission
Our mission is to provide our students with a wide array of high-quality experiences in the areas of music, theatre, art, and dance.
Through creativity, performance, and cooperation, the arts contribute to a well-rounded student and builds on the skills needed to be successful in the 21st Century.
Additionally, we strive to provide a positive Fine Arts experience, not only for our students, but also our teachers, staff, and surrounding communities.
Alejandro "Alex" H. Saenz
Performing Arts Center
ph. 956-323-2787
604 N Coyote Blvd La Joya, TX 78560
Visitor Information
Clear bag policy for all shows/performances will be enforced.
Police Officers will conduct random metal detector checks.
We now offer online purchase for all ticket sales and therefore no pre-sale tickets will be sold at the Fine Arts Office.
ENGINEERING SERVICES:
ALL OVERTIME MUST BE PRE - APPROVED -- NO EXCEPTIONS.
Request for engineering services are based upon availability.
Any request outside normal working hours : M - F, 8 AM - 5 PM, requires an account for employee overtime fee.
Request for Services must be submitted 2 weeks PRIOR to event date.
Mrs. Paula Flores
Administrative Assistant for Fine Arts
956-323-2787
Proud Members of the Following Professional Organizations:
University Interscholastic League
Texas Music Educator Association
Texas Dance Educator Association
Asociacion Nacional de Grupos Folkloricos
Texas Orchestra Directors Association
Texas Art Education Association
Mariachi VARGAS Extravaganza
Texas Association of Mariachi Educators
Texas Educational ColorGuard Association
Texas Color Guard Circuit