Narciso G. Cavazos Elementary School

📚🐾 The 3rd graders from Mrs. Bermea’s class are testing out the properties of matter. They explored and tested which items sank or floated. As they conducted their lab they recorded their findings and they verified if their hypotheses were accurate—just like real scientists. 🌍✍️

Such a fun way to spark curiosity and get ready for all the exciting labs ahead! 💡✨

📚🐾 The 3rd graders from Mrs. Quintanilla’s class kicked off Unit 2 of Bluebonnet Learning with a virtual field trip! Students became animal researchers, carefully observing animals in their habitats and writing down what they saw them doing—just like real scientists. 🌍✍️

Such a fun way to spark curiosity and get ready for all the exciting stories and lessons ahead! 💡✨

📚✨ Attendance matters at La Joya ISD‼️
Missing just a few days each month can add up to YEARS of lost learning by graduation. 📖
Let’s show up, succeed, and make every day count! ✅🎓
#LaJoyaISD #AttendanceMatters

Students in Mrs. Garcia's 4th grade class observed physical properties of matter and used patterns as they classified and described matter according to their temperature, mass, and density. They also tested the objects to see if they were able to float or sink.

The students in Ms. Téllez's class have been conducting a deeper investigation into the symbols of Texas. Through this project, they explored the origin and meaning of each symbol-from the state flower to the flag-while learning about their historical and cultural importance. They also reflected on how these symbols represent the identity and pride of Texas.

Fourth grade students in Mrs. Gallegos' class are diving into the exciting world of Texas geography! They’re learning to identify and label the unique regions that make the Lone Star State so special.

Today in Ms. Iracheta's reading class, students participated in an engaging sensory lesson. They explored the breezeway and practiced using vivid, descriptive adjectives to capture their surroundings. This hands-on activity encourage creativity and strengthened their descriptive writing!

Today in English Language Arts, Mrs. Peña's 5th grade class brought sensory language to life! As students strolled through the breezeway, they felt the rough brick under their fingertips, heard the chirping of distant birds, smelled the sweet scent of flowers, and spotted bright splashes of color in the garden. Every sense helped them discover the power of words.

5th grade students in Mrs. Gonzalez’s science class used different objects to compare and contrast matter. In groups they predicted, tested, and observed physical properties of matter. They explored mass, volume, relative density, magnetism, solubility, and conductivity.

5th grade students in Mrs. Villarreal’s science class used different objects to compare and contrast matter. In groups they predicted, tested, and observed physical properties of matter. They explored mass, volume, relative density, magnetism, solubility, and conductivity.

📣 Big things are happening at La Joya ISD!

Our Achieving Excellence Together 2030 Strategic Plan was built by our community and for our community with input from over 5,500 voices 💬🙌. Together, we’ve set a bold path to ensure every student is empowered, supported, and prepared for college, career, and life 🌟📚

✨ Want to know more? Learn some quick facts about our plan and see how we’re shaping the future of La Joya ISD! 🚀📖

👉 Check it out here: https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/la-joya-isd-strategic-plan

📣 It's official! La Joya ISD’s new Strategic Plan: Achieving Excellence Together 2030 is here!
This plan was built by our community and for our community through months of listening and learning:
✔️ Community-wide survey
✔️ 23 Town halls across the district
✔️ 24 Student, staff, and family advisory groups
✔️ Our first-ever Community Design Day!
Over 5,500 voices shaped this roadmap that will guide the future of our District for the next 5 years.

💡 Explore the plan → https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/la-joya-isd-strategic-plan
#AchievingExcellenceTogether2030 #EveryStudentEveryDayLJISD
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📣 ¡Es oficial! ¡Ya está aquí el nuevo Plan Estratégico de La Joya ISD: Logrando la Excelencia Juntos 2030!
Este plan fue creado por nuestra comunidad y para nuestra comunidad, después de meses de escuchar y aprender:
✔️ Encuesta comunitaria
✔️ 23 asambleas en todo el distrito
✔️ 24 grupos de asesoría con estudiantes, personal y familias
✔️ ¡Nuestro primer Día de Diseño Comunitario!
Más de 5,500 voces dieron forma a esta guía que dirigirá el futuro de nuestro Distrito durante los próximos 5 años.
💡 Explora el plan → https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/la-joya-isd-strategic-plan
#LograndoLaExcelenciaJuntos2030 #CadaEstudianteCadaDíaLJISD

📚✨ Tomorrow’s the Day! ✨📚

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

📢 New State Law Prompts Changes to Personal Communication Device Use in La Joya ISD

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

🎉✨Welcome back, La Joya ISD Family!✨🎉

Welcome back to our incredible team of educators, staff, and support team! 💼🍎💪 The 2025–2026 school year is off to a strong start, and we’re ready to give it our all, for our students, our campuses, and our community.

Let’s bring the energy, the teamwork, and the pride that makes La Joya ISD one of a kind! 🙌✨

Here’s to new goals, big wins, and a year full of purpose. Let’s make it count! 🎯🚍📚🎨🧪

#LegacyOfExcellence #WeAreLaJoyaISD