🐺📰 The Carter Howler — Feb. 15, 2026 📰🐺
We’re bringing FAFSA support directly to the community to help seniors and families complete their financial aid applications.
📅 Feb. 17 — Peter Piper Pizza Palmview
📅 Feb. 24 — Walmart Peñitas
⏰ 4 PM – 7 PM
💻 Mobile Tech Lab on site
👩🏫 Staff ready to help
🎓 All high school seniors welcome
Don’t miss this opportunity to secure funding for college — we’ll see you on the road! 🚌
📅 Feb. 17 — Peter Piper Pizza Palmview
📅 Feb. 24 — Walmart Peñitas
⏰ 4 PM – 7 PM
💻 Mobile Tech Lab on site
👩🏫 Staff ready to help
🎓 All high school seniors welcome
Don’t miss this opportunity to secure funding for college — we’ll see you on the road! 🚌
JCECHS students recently attended the 23rd Annual Education and Career Expo at Texas Southmost College in Brownsville, gaining hands-on experience and valuable insight into their future pathways.
During the dynamic event, students explored career fields including construction, welding, electrical trades, health sciences, and more. Interactive booths, keynote sessions, and practical workshops provided guidance, inspiration, and real-world steps for career planning.
Hosted in partnership with RGV LEAD, Texas Southmost College, Workforce Solutions, Cameron County, TSTC, and local CTE departments, the Expo equipped students with the knowledge, confidence, and excitement they need as they prepare for life beyond high school.
During the dynamic event, students explored career fields including construction, welding, electrical trades, health sciences, and more. Interactive booths, keynote sessions, and practical workshops provided guidance, inspiration, and real-world steps for career planning.
Hosted in partnership with RGV LEAD, Texas Southmost College, Workforce Solutions, Cameron County, TSTC, and local CTE departments, the Expo equipped students with the knowledge, confidence, and excitement they need as they prepare for life beyond high school.
We’re bringing FAFSA support directly to the community to help seniors and families complete their financial aid applications.
📅 Feb. 17 — Peter Piper Pizza Palmview
📅 Feb. 24 — Walmart Peñitas
⏰ 4 PM – 7 PM
💻 Mobile Tech Lab on site
👩🏫 Staff ready to help
🎓 All high school seniors welcome
Don’t miss this opportunity to secure funding for college — we’ll see you on the road! 🚌
📅 Feb. 17 — Peter Piper Pizza Palmview
📅 Feb. 24 — Walmart Peñitas
⏰ 4 PM – 7 PM
💻 Mobile Tech Lab on site
👩🏫 Staff ready to help
🎓 All high school seniors welcome
Don’t miss this opportunity to secure funding for college — we’ll see you on the road! 🚌
🐺📰 The Carter Howler — Feb. 8, 2026 📰🐺
🚨 Reminder 🚨
No school tomorrow, Monday, February 9.
📚 Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
No school tomorrow, Monday, February 9.
📚 Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
🎓💸 FAFSA help is coming to you! 💸🎓
Families of high school seniors, La Joya ISD is hosting FAFSA Nights to help you complete your FAFSA and take the next step toward college and career opportunities. 🌟
Our team will be on site to provide hands-on support, answer questions, and guide you through the process. 👥💫
📅 FAFSA Night Dates:
📍 Feb. 10 – Taco Mañanero (W. Mile 7)
📍 Feb. 17 – Peter Piper Pizza Palmview
📍 Feb. 24 – Walmart Peñitas
⏰ 4:00–7:00 p.m.
💻 Mobile Tech Lab on site with laptops
🤝 Staff available to support
🎓 All high school seniors welcome
Let’s make college more accessible - together.
Families of high school seniors, La Joya ISD is hosting FAFSA Nights to help you complete your FAFSA and take the next step toward college and career opportunities. 🌟
Our team will be on site to provide hands-on support, answer questions, and guide you through the process. 👥💫
📅 FAFSA Night Dates:
📍 Feb. 10 – Taco Mañanero (W. Mile 7)
📍 Feb. 17 – Peter Piper Pizza Palmview
📍 Feb. 24 – Walmart Peñitas
⏰ 4:00–7:00 p.m.
💻 Mobile Tech Lab on site with laptops
🤝 Staff available to support
🎓 All high school seniors welcome
Let’s make college more accessible - together.
⏰ Friendly reminder for La Joya ISD families
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 9, 2026.
📚 Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 9, 2026.
📚 Classes resume Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
We want to hear from you! 🗓️
Parents, staff, and community members are invited to review and vote on the proposed La Joya ISD 2026–2027 school year calendar options.
🗳️ Voting is open now through February 16, 2026.
➡️ Vote here: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Your voice matters. Thank you for helping shape our school calendar!
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¡Queremos escuchar su opinión! 🗓️
Se invita a padres de familia, personal y miembros de la comunidad a revisar y votar sobre las opciones propuestas del calendario escolar 2026–2027 de La Joya ISD.
🗳️ La votación está abierta desde ahora hasta el 16 de febrero de 2026.
➡️ Vote aquí: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Su voz es importante. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a dar forma a nuestro calendario escolar!
Parents, staff, and community members are invited to review and vote on the proposed La Joya ISD 2026–2027 school year calendar options.
🗳️ Voting is open now through February 16, 2026.
➡️ Vote here: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Your voice matters. Thank you for helping shape our school calendar!
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¡Queremos escuchar su opinión! 🗓️
Se invita a padres de familia, personal y miembros de la comunidad a revisar y votar sobre las opciones propuestas del calendario escolar 2026–2027 de La Joya ISD.
🗳️ La votación está abierta desde ahora hasta el 16 de febrero de 2026.
➡️ Vote aquí: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Su voz es importante. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a dar forma a nuestro calendario escolar!
📄 Important Update from La Joya ISD
The Texas Education Agency has extended the authority of the Board of Managers through Feb. 1, 2028.
➡️ View the TEA letter here:
🔗 https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/tea-intervention
⬇️ Read Superintendent Dr. Marcey Sorensen’s message to the community below.
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📄 Actualización importante de La Joya ISD
La Agencia de Educación de Texas ha extendido la autoridad de la Junta de Administradores hasta el 1 de febrero de 2028.
➡️ Consulte la carta de la TEA aquí:
🔗 https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/tea-intervention
⬇️ Lea a continuación el mensaje de la superintendenta, la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, dirigido a la comunidad.
The Texas Education Agency has extended the authority of the Board of Managers through Feb. 1, 2028.
➡️ View the TEA letter here:
🔗 https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/tea-intervention
⬇️ Read Superintendent Dr. Marcey Sorensen’s message to the community below.
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📄 Actualización importante de La Joya ISD
La Agencia de Educación de Texas ha extendido la autoridad de la Junta de Administradores hasta el 1 de febrero de 2028.
➡️ Consulte la carta de la TEA aquí:
🔗 https://www.lajoyaisd.com/o/lajoyaisd/page/tea-intervention
⬇️ Lea a continuación el mensaje de la superintendenta, la Dra. Marcey Sorensen, dirigido a la comunidad.
January Students of the Month
We’re proud to recognize our January Students of the Month for their dedication, positive attitude, and commitment to excellence. Your hard work and leadership do not go unnoticed—keep leading the pack! 🐺
We’re proud to recognize our January Students of the Month for their dedication, positive attitude, and commitment to excellence. Your hard work and leadership do not go unnoticed—keep leading the pack! 🐺
🐺📰 The Carter Howler — Feb. 1, 2026 📰🐺
LA JOYA ISD SCHOOL ACTIONS APPROVED
At its January 21, 2026, board meeting, the La Joya ISD School Board approved school actions to improve academic quality, address a decade-long enrollment decline of more than 8,000 students, and ensure financial stability. Following months of analysis and engagement with over 900 stakeholders, these actions align district resources to better support student success. Student families and district employees received information today outlining impacts, timelines, and next steps.
Questions from students and families may be directed to the campus principal or to the Student, Family, and Community Engagement Office at 956-323-2150 or admissions@lajoyaisd.net. Staff questions should be directed to the Department of Human Capital and Talent Development at 956-323-2600. Additional updates are available at www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions.
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ACCIONES ESCOLARES APROBADAS DE LA JOYA ISD
En su reunión del 21 de enero de 2026, la Junta Escolar de La Joya ISD aprobó acciones escolares para mejorar la calidad académica, atender la disminución de matrícula de más de 8,000 estudiantes durante la última década y garantizar la estabilidad financiera. Tras meses de análisis y de participación de más de 900 miembros de la comunidad, estas acciones alinean los recursos del distrito para brindar un mejor apoyo al éxito estudiantil. Las familias de los estudiantes y los empleados del distrito recibieron hoy información que detalla los impactos, los plazos y los próximos pasos.
Las preguntas de estudiantes y familias pueden dirigirse al director(a) del plantel o a la Oficina de Participación de Estudiantes, Familias y Comunidad al 956-323-2150 o a admissions@lajoyaisd.net. Las preguntas del personal deben dirigirse al Departamento de Capital Humano y Desarrollo del Talento al 956-323-2600. Se pueden consultar actualizaciones adicionales en www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions.
At its January 21, 2026, board meeting, the La Joya ISD School Board approved school actions to improve academic quality, address a decade-long enrollment decline of more than 8,000 students, and ensure financial stability. Following months of analysis and engagement with over 900 stakeholders, these actions align district resources to better support student success. Student families and district employees received information today outlining impacts, timelines, and next steps.
Questions from students and families may be directed to the campus principal or to the Student, Family, and Community Engagement Office at 956-323-2150 or admissions@lajoyaisd.net. Staff questions should be directed to the Department of Human Capital and Talent Development at 956-323-2600. Additional updates are available at www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions.
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ACCIONES ESCOLARES APROBADAS DE LA JOYA ISD
En su reunión del 21 de enero de 2026, la Junta Escolar de La Joya ISD aprobó acciones escolares para mejorar la calidad académica, atender la disminución de matrícula de más de 8,000 estudiantes durante la última década y garantizar la estabilidad financiera. Tras meses de análisis y de participación de más de 900 miembros de la comunidad, estas acciones alinean los recursos del distrito para brindar un mejor apoyo al éxito estudiantil. Las familias de los estudiantes y los empleados del distrito recibieron hoy información que detalla los impactos, los plazos y los próximos pasos.
Las preguntas de estudiantes y familias pueden dirigirse al director(a) del plantel o a la Oficina de Participación de Estudiantes, Familias y Comunidad al 956-323-2150 o a admissions@lajoyaisd.net. Las preguntas del personal deben dirigirse al Departamento de Capital Humano y Desarrollo del Talento al 956-323-2600. Se pueden consultar actualizaciones adicionales en www.lajoyaisd.com/schoolactions.
Attention Parents! Yearbook recognition pages are on sale. This year, you can build your ad online AND pay online —it’s quick and easy! Visit jostensadservice.com/student and search Jimmy Carter Early College to get started. Order by 02/12/2026
Due to internet issues, after-school re-enrollment help has been canceled for today.
Parents are welcome to visit campus anytime this week from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM for assistance.
Thank you for your understanding.
Parents are welcome to visit campus anytime this week from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM for assistance.
Thank you for your understanding.
❄️ Delayed Start – Tuesday ❄️
Due to cold weather, school will begin with a one-hour delay on Tuesday.
Students may dress comfortably and warmly.
Stay safe, stay warm, and we’ll see you soon!
Due to cold weather, school will begin with a one-hour delay on Tuesday.
Students may dress comfortably and warmly.
Stay safe, stay warm, and we’ll see you soon!
We want to hear from you! 🗓️
Parents, staff, and community members are invited to review and vote on the proposed La Joya ISD 2026–2027 school year calendar options.
🗳️ Voting is open now through February 16, 2026.
➡️ Vote here: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Your voice matters. Thank you for helping shape our school calendar!
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¡Queremos escuchar su opinión! 🗓️
Se invita a padres de familia, personal y miembros de la comunidad a revisar y votar sobre las opciones propuestas del calendario escolar 2026–2027 de La Joya ISD.
🗳️ La votación está abierta desde ahora hasta el 16 de febrero de 2026.
➡️ Vote aquí: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Su voz es importante. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a dar forma a nuestro calendario escolar!
Parents, staff, and community members are invited to review and vote on the proposed La Joya ISD 2026–2027 school year calendar options.
🗳️ Voting is open now through February 16, 2026.
➡️ Vote here: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Your voice matters. Thank you for helping shape our school calendar!
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¡Queremos escuchar su opinión! 🗓️
Se invita a padres de familia, personal y miembros de la comunidad a revisar y votar sobre las opciones propuestas del calendario escolar 2026–2027 de La Joya ISD.
🗳️ La votación está abierta desde ahora hasta el 16 de febrero de 2026.
➡️ Vote aquí: https://forms.gle/hoMAGEm1EACKdAvm8
Su voz es importante. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a dar forma a nuestro calendario escolar!
⏰❄️ WEATHER UPDATE – DELAYED START ❄️⏰
Due to expected inclement weather, all La Joya ISD schools will have a 1-hour delayed start on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
🚍 Bus routes will also run one hour later than normal.
👩🏫 Teachers and staff report at their regular time.
🎨🏀 All athletic and fine arts practices scheduled for the morning are canceled.
Please stay safe and continue to monitor our website and social media for official updates.
🔗 http://www.lajoyaisd.com/weather
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⏰❄️ ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL CLIMA – INICIO TARDÍO ❄️⏰
Debido a las condiciones climáticas previstas, todas las escuelas de La Joya ISD tendrán un inicio retrasado de 1 hora el martes 27 de enero de 2026.
🚍 Las rutas de autobús también operarán con una hora de retraso.
👩🏫 El personal y los maestros deben reportarse a su hora regular.
🎨🏀 Todas las prácticas matutinas de atletismo y bellas artes quedan canceladas.
Por favor manténgase seguro y continúe pendiente de nuestras redes sociales y sitio web para actualizaciones oficiales.
🔗 http://www.lajoyaisd.com/weather
Due to expected inclement weather, all La Joya ISD schools will have a 1-hour delayed start on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
🚍 Bus routes will also run one hour later than normal.
👩🏫 Teachers and staff report at their regular time.
🎨🏀 All athletic and fine arts practices scheduled for the morning are canceled.
Please stay safe and continue to monitor our website and social media for official updates.
🔗 http://www.lajoyaisd.com/weather
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⏰❄️ ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL CLIMA – INICIO TARDÍO ❄️⏰
Debido a las condiciones climáticas previstas, todas las escuelas de La Joya ISD tendrán un inicio retrasado de 1 hora el martes 27 de enero de 2026.
🚍 Las rutas de autobús también operarán con una hora de retraso.
👩🏫 El personal y los maestros deben reportarse a su hora regular.
🎨🏀 Todas las prácticas matutinas de atletismo y bellas artes quedan canceladas.
Por favor manténgase seguro y continúe pendiente de nuestras redes sociales y sitio web para actualizaciones oficiales.
🔗 http://www.lajoyaisd.com/weather
📢 Important Announcement: All after-school activities have been canceled for today. This includes practices, meetings, rehearsals, and events. Students should plan to go home at dismissal. Parents and guardians, thank you for your understanding and support.
Please continue to monitor official school communication for any updates.
Please continue to monitor official school communication for any updates.
❄️REMINDER Weather Update – Delayed Start (Monday, January 26, 2026) ❄️
Elementary ACE: 8:30 AM
Elementary: 8:35 AM
Middle Schools: 9:15 AM
High Schools: 9:35 AM
Early College: 9:45 AM
Bus routes will also operate on a one-hour delay.
Teachers and staff should report at their regular time.
Morning athletic and fine arts practices are canceled.
Students may dress comfortably and warmly, uniforms will not be required, and hot chocolate will be available in cafeterias Monday morning. ☕
Please continue to monitor our official channels for updates:
🌐 http://lajoyaisd.com/weather
📱 Social media & mass notifications
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❄️ RECORDATORIO Actualización del clima – Inicio retrasado (lunes, 26 de enero de 2026) ❄️
Primaria ACE: 8:30 AM
Primaria: 8:35 AM
Secundarias: 9:15 AM
Preparatorias: 9:35 AM
Early College: 9:45 AM
Las rutas de autobús también operarán con un retraso de una hora.
Los maestros y el personal deberán reportarse a su hora regular.
Las prácticas matutinas de atletismo y artes escénicas quedan canceladas.
Los estudiantes pueden vestirse de manera cómoda y abrigada no se requerirá uniforme y habrá chocolate caliente disponible en las cafeterías el lunes por la mañana. ☕
Por favor, continúe atento a nuestras fuentes oficiales para actualizaciones:
🌐 http://lajoyaisd.com/weather
📱 Redes sociales y mensajes del distrito
La seguridad de nuestra comunidad es nuestra prioridad.
