🐺📰 The Carter Howler — March 8, 2026 📰🐺
📣 Calling all La Joya ISD Pre-K families!
Your voice matters! We invite you to participate in our Family Engagement Survey Pilot as part of the Improving Kindergarten Reading Instruments (IKRI) initiative.
This quick 10–15-minute survey is available in English and Spanish, and your responses are completely anonymous and confidential.
Your feedback will help strengthen family-school partnerships and ensure our youngest learners are supported every step of the way.
🗓️ Survey closes March 31, 2026
📱 Scan the QR code to participate today!
#LaJoyaISD #FamilyEngagement #AchievingExcellenceTogether
Your voice matters! We invite you to participate in our Family Engagement Survey Pilot as part of the Improving Kindergarten Reading Instruments (IKRI) initiative.
This quick 10–15-minute survey is available in English and Spanish, and your responses are completely anonymous and confidential.
Your feedback will help strengthen family-school partnerships and ensure our youngest learners are supported every step of the way.
🗓️ Survey closes March 31, 2026
📱 Scan the QR code to participate today!
#LaJoyaISD #FamilyEngagement #AchievingExcellenceTogether
⏰ Reminder: It’s time to SPRING FORWARD!
Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow, Sunday, March 8.
Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed tonight.
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⏰ Recordatorio: ¡Es hora de adelantar el reloj!
El horario de verano comienza mañana, domingo 8 de marzo.
Recuerde adelantar su reloj una hora antes de acostarse esta noche.
Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow, Sunday, March 8.
Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed tonight.
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⏰ Recordatorio: ¡Es hora de adelantar el reloj!
El horario de verano comienza mañana, domingo 8 de marzo.
Recuerde adelantar su reloj una hora antes de acostarse esta noche.
🎓✨ Save the Date, Class of 2026! ✨🎓
La Joya ISD will proudly celebrate the Class of 2026 on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg, Texas.
⏰ Ceremony times will be announced soon.
We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our graduating seniors and honoring this special milestone. 🎓
#LaJoyaISD #ClassOf2026 #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
La Joya ISD will proudly celebrate the Class of 2026 on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg, Texas.
⏰ Ceremony times will be announced soon.
We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our graduating seniors and honoring this special milestone. 🎓
#LaJoyaISD #ClassOf2026 #LJISDLegacyOfExcellence
☀️📚 Registration for High School Summer Programs is now open!
La Joya ISD is excited to offer engaging summer opportunities from June 1–26, 2026, designed to help students grow, advance, and get ahead!
From Credit Recovery & Advancement to CTE Bridge Programs, Early College experiences, STC Dual Credit, P-TECH, and more - there’s something for every student ready to level up. 🚀
📍 Host Sites:
La Joya HS | Palmview HS | Juarez-Lincoln HS | Jimmy Carter ECHS
Register today via Skyward ☁️
🔗 For more information, visit https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/summer-programs
Let’s make this a summer of growth, innovation, and achievement! 💪❤️
La Joya ISD is excited to offer engaging summer opportunities from June 1–26, 2026, designed to help students grow, advance, and get ahead!
From Credit Recovery & Advancement to CTE Bridge Programs, Early College experiences, STC Dual Credit, P-TECH, and more - there’s something for every student ready to level up. 🚀
📍 Host Sites:
La Joya HS | Palmview HS | Juarez-Lincoln HS | Jimmy Carter ECHS
Register today via Skyward ☁️
🔗 For more information, visit https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/summer-programs
Let’s make this a summer of growth, innovation, and achievement! 💪❤️
🏫✨ High School Open House is TODAY!
La Joya ISD high school families are invited to join their campuses this evening from 6:00–7:30 PM to celebrate Texas Public Schools Week! ❤️📚
Connect with teachers and staff, visit classrooms, and learn about summer programs, STAAR information, attendance expectations, and college & career readiness opportunities.
We look forward to welcoming families this evening! 💫
#LaJoyaISD #TexasPublicSchoolsWeek #AchievingExcellenceTogether
La Joya ISD high school families are invited to join their campuses this evening from 6:00–7:30 PM to celebrate Texas Public Schools Week! ❤️📚
Connect with teachers and staff, visit classrooms, and learn about summer programs, STAAR information, attendance expectations, and college & career readiness opportunities.
We look forward to welcoming families this evening! 💫
#LaJoyaISD #TexasPublicSchoolsWeek #AchievingExcellenceTogether
📣 Attention La Joya ISD Families!
There will be no classes for students on Friday, March 6, 2026, as staff participate in a Professional Learning Day dedicated to continued growth and instructional excellence.
🗓 Classes will resume Monday, March 9, 2026.
Thank you for your continued support as we invest in our educators and strengthen learning across our district!
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📣 ¡Atención Familias de La Joya ISD!
No habrá clases para los estudiantes el viernes, 6 de marzo de 2026, ya que el personal participará en un Día de Aprendizaje Profesional dedicado al crecimiento continuo y la excelencia educativa.
🗓 Las clases se reanudarán el lunes, 9 de marzo de 2026.
¡Gracias por su continuo apoyo mientras invertimos en nuestros educadores y fortalecemos el aprendizaje en todo el distrito!🏫✨
There will be no classes for students on Friday, March 6, 2026, as staff participate in a Professional Learning Day dedicated to continued growth and instructional excellence.
🗓 Classes will resume Monday, March 9, 2026.
Thank you for your continued support as we invest in our educators and strengthen learning across our district!
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📣 ¡Atención Familias de La Joya ISD!
No habrá clases para los estudiantes el viernes, 6 de marzo de 2026, ya que el personal participará en un Día de Aprendizaje Profesional dedicado al crecimiento continuo y la excelencia educativa.
🗓 Las clases se reanudarán el lunes, 9 de marzo de 2026.
¡Gracias por su continuo apoyo mientras invertimos en nuestros educadores y fortalecemos el aprendizaje en todo el distrito!🏫✨
During Social Worker’s Week, we are honored to recognize Sonia Hernandez, our outstanding school social worker.
Sonia advocates for our students, supports families through challenges, and helps connect our school community to vital resources. Her empathy, professionalism, and dedication strengthen our campus every day.
We are grateful for your heart, your service, and your unwavering commitment to our students. Thank you, Sonia.
Sonia advocates for our students, supports families through challenges, and helps connect our school community to vital resources. Her empathy, professionalism, and dedication strengthen our campus every day.
We are grateful for your heart, your service, and your unwavering commitment to our students. Thank you, Sonia.
🐺📰 The Carter Howler — March 1, 2026 📰🐺
We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students who earned a place on the 4th Six Weeks Honor Roll.
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence truly shine. Keep setting goals, staying focused, and striving for success — we are so proud of each and every one of you.
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence truly shine. Keep setting goals, staying focused, and striving for success — we are so proud of each and every one of you.
☀️📚 Registration for High School Summer Programs is now open!
La Joya ISD is excited to offer engaging summer opportunities from June 1–26, 2026, designed to help students grow, advance, and get ahead!
From Credit Recovery & Advancement to CTE Bridge Programs, Early College experiences, STC Dual Credit, P-TECH, and more - there’s something for every student ready to level up. 🚀
📍 Host Sites:
La Joya HS | Palmview HS | Juarez-Lincoln HS | Jimmy Carter ECHS
Register today via Skyward ☁️
🔗 For more information, visit https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/summer-programs
Let’s make this a summer of growth, innovation, and achievement! 💪❤️
La Joya ISD is excited to offer engaging summer opportunities from June 1–26, 2026, designed to help students grow, advance, and get ahead!
From Credit Recovery & Advancement to CTE Bridge Programs, Early College experiences, STC Dual Credit, P-TECH, and more - there’s something for every student ready to level up. 🚀
📍 Host Sites:
La Joya HS | Palmview HS | Juarez-Lincoln HS | Jimmy Carter ECHS
Register today via Skyward ☁️
🔗 For more information, visit https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/summer-programs
Let’s make this a summer of growth, innovation, and achievement! 💪❤️
🚨🎓 FAFSA NIGHT HITS THE ROAD — TONIGHT! 🎓🚨
We’re on the move and ready to help YOU complete your FAFSA!
📍 Walmart – Peñitas
🗓 Tonight, Feb. 24
⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Our team will be on-site with the Mobile Tech Lab to provide hands-on support for students and families. Don’t wait — come get your questions answered and secure your financial aid for college.
Bring your documents and let’s make it happen. ✔️
We’re on the move and ready to help YOU complete your FAFSA!
📍 Walmart – Peñitas
🗓 Tonight, Feb. 24
⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Our team will be on-site with the Mobile Tech Lab to provide hands-on support for students and families. Don’t wait — come get your questions answered and secure your financial aid for college.
Bring your documents and let’s make it happen. ✔️
🐺📰 The Carter Howler — Feb. 22, 2026 📰🐺
🚍✨ FAFSA Night Hits the Road! ✨🎓
FAFSA support is coming directly to YOU!
📍 Walmart – Peñitas
🗓 February 24
⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Our team will be on-site to help students and families complete the FAFSA, answer questions, and get one step closer to college funding
FAFSA support is coming directly to YOU!
📍 Walmart – Peñitas
🗓 February 24
⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Our team will be on-site to help students and families complete the FAFSA, answer questions, and get one step closer to college funding
Investing in their future
Students at Jimmy Carter ECHS spent the day learning, reviewing, and preparing at our College Readiness Camp. With support in English, Biology, and dual credit courses, they’re taking important steps toward college and career success.
Hard work today. Bright future tomorrow.
Students at Jimmy Carter ECHS spent the day learning, reviewing, and preparing at our College Readiness Camp. With support in English, Biology, and dual credit courses, they’re taking important steps toward college and career success.
Hard work today. Bright future tomorrow.
College Readiness Camp Set
When: Saturday, Feb. 21, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Jimmy Carter ECHS
Sessions Offered:
English I & II EOC/STAAR prep with Mrs. Villalpando Lopez, Mrs. Ochoa, Mrs. Salinas and Mrs. Ramirez
Biology EOC/STAAR prep with Dr. Colyer
Dual credit support for students in Ms. Charles’, Mrs. Ruiz’s and Mrs. Silva’s classes
When: Saturday, Feb. 21, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Jimmy Carter ECHS
Sessions Offered:
English I & II EOC/STAAR prep with Mrs. Villalpando Lopez, Mrs. Ochoa, Mrs. Salinas and Mrs. Ramirez
Biology EOC/STAAR prep with Dr. Colyer
Dual credit support for students in Ms. Charles’, Mrs. Ruiz’s and Mrs. Silva’s classes
RedWolves in the Wild: Celebrating Excellence at Jimmy Carter Early College High School, as our talented students earned Superior Ratings at the Solo & Ensemble Contest, and several are advancing to State.
Kendra Esparza (10th) – Superior Rating (Solo)
Rodrigo Aguirre (11th) – Superior Ratings (Solo & Ensemble) – Advancing to State
Cielo Garcia (10th) – Superior Rating (Solo) – Advancing to State
Doralynn Rodriguez (9th) – Superior Rating (Solo) – Advancing to State
Mariely Garza (11th) – Superior Rating (Solo) – Advancing to State
Raquel Quiroz (12th) – Superior Ratings (Solo & Ensemble) – Advancing to State
State Solo & Ensemble Contest is May 25, 2026, in Austin, Texas
Kendra Esparza (10th) – Superior Rating (Solo)
Rodrigo Aguirre (11th) – Superior Ratings (Solo & Ensemble) – Advancing to State
Cielo Garcia (10th) – Superior Rating (Solo) – Advancing to State
Doralynn Rodriguez (9th) – Superior Rating (Solo) – Advancing to State
Mariely Garza (11th) – Superior Rating (Solo) – Advancing to State
Raquel Quiroz (12th) – Superior Ratings (Solo & Ensemble) – Advancing to State
State Solo & Ensemble Contest is May 25, 2026, in Austin, Texas
Student researchers are highlighting sustainability through innovation as they present at the STEM Conference. Their project, “Alteration and Design of an Eco-friendly Sparkler Prototype,” focuses on developing a sparkler that emits significantly less particulate matter and incorporates more biodegradable materials than traditional commercial options. The goal is to maintain similar product cost while reducing environmental impact—proving that celebration and conservation can coexist.
Presenters: Sebastian Amilcar Rodriguez and Ivan Gomez
Presenters: Sebastian Amilcar Rodriguez and Ivan Gomez
We’re bringing FAFSA support directly to the community to help seniors and families complete their financial aid applications.
💻 Mobile Tech Lab on site
👩🏫 Staff ready to help
🎓 All high school seniors welcome
💻 Mobile Tech Lab on site
👩🏫 Staff ready to help
🎓 All high school seniors welcome
🐺📰 The Carter Howler — Feb. 15, 2026 📰🐺
