Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School

🌬️ Stay Warm, La Joya ISD! 🌬️ With this colder weather, students and staff are encouraged to dress warmly and comfortably. Uniforms will not be required during this time to ensure everyone stays cozy and safe. Don’t forget—clothing must still follow district guidelines. Stay bundled up, La Joya ISD! 🧥🧣🧤 *********************************** 🌬️ ¡Manténganse abrigados, La Joya ISD! 🌬️ Con este clima frío, se invita a los estudiantes y al personal a vestirse abrigados y cómodos. No se requerirá el uso de uniformes durante este tiempo para garantizar que todos se mantengan cómodos y seguros. No olviden que la ropa debe cumplir con las normas del distrito. ¡Abríguense bien, familia de La Joya ISD! 🧥🧣🧤

📢 WEATHER UPDATE FOR JANUARY 22, 2025 📢 Due to weather conditions, La Joya ISD will operate on a TWO-HOUR DELAY tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Adjusted Start Times: Elementary Schools: 9:35 AM (Bus routes start at 8:30 AM) Middle Schools: 10:15 AM (Bus routes start at 9:30 AM) High Schools: 10:35 AM (Bus routes start at 10:00 AM) Academy Schools: 10:45 AM (Bus shuttles start at 10:20 AM) ➡️ Please note: Schools will open at the usual times to accommodate parents who need to drop off their children earlier. **All staff should report at their regular time.** Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff. Stay safe, La Joya ISD family! 💻 Visit www.lajoyaisd.com or follow us on social media for updates. ***************************************************************** 📢 ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL CLIMA PARA EL 22 DE ENERO DE 2025 📢 Debido a las condiciones climáticas, La Joya ISD operará con un RETRASO DE DOS HORAS mañana, miércoles, 22 de enero de 2025. Horarios Ajustados de Inicio: Escuelas Primarias: 9:35 AM (Las rutas de autobuses comienzan a las 8:30 AM) Escuelas Secundarias: 10:15 AM (Las rutas de autobuses comienzan a las 9:30 AM) Preparatorias: 10:35 AM (Las rutas de autobuses comienzan a las 10:00 AM) Escuelas Académicas: 10:45 AM (El transporte comenzará a las 10:20 AM) ➡️ Nota importante: Las escuelas abrirán en su horario habitual para los padres que necesiten dejar a sus hijos más temprano. **Todo el personal deberá presentarse en su horario habitual.** Gracias por su comprensión y continuo apoyo mientras priorizamos la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal. ¡Cuídense, familia de La Joya ISD! 💻 Visite www.lajoyaisd.com o síganos en las redes sociales para actualizaciones.

Free Grab & Go Meals will be available on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at designated locations across the district. While students do not need to be present to pick up a meal, their name and ID will be required. ************************************ Las comidas gratuitas para llevar estarán disponibles el martes 21 de enero de 2025, de 9:00 a. m. a 11:00 a. m. en ubicaciones designadas en todo el distrito. Si bien los estudiantes no necesitan estar presentes para recoger una comida, se requerirá su nombre y una identificación.

Attention La Joya ISD Community: Due to dangerous winter weather, there will be no school on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. This day will be made up on February 10, 2025, which will now be a regular school day. On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, there will be a two-hour delay for all students. Please refer to the updated start times and bus schedules listed in the graphic. **All staff will report at regular time. Stay safe and monitor our official communication channels for further updates. **************************************************** Atención Comunidad de La Joya ISD: Debido a las condiciones peligrosas del clima invernal, no habrá clases el martes 21 de enero de 2025. Este día se recuperará el 10 de febrero de 2025, que ahora será un día escolar regular. El miércoles 22 de enero de 2025 habrá un retraso de dos horas para todos los estudiantes. Por favor, consulte los horarios de inicio y las rutas de autobús actualizados en el gráfico. **Todo el personal deberá presentarse en su horario regular. Manténganse seguros y sigan nuestras plataformas de comunicación oficiales para más actualizaciones.

Attention La Joya ISD Community: Please be aware that the Strategic Planning Town Hall Meetings for Athletics Parents and Families, originally scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and Special Education Parents/Families, scheduled for Wednesday, January 22, 2025, have been rescheduled. New dates will be shared as soon as they are available. Thank you for your understanding and continued support! ************************************ Atención Comunidad de La Joya ISD: Por favor, tengan en cuenta que las Reuniones Comunitarias de Planificación Estratégica para Padres y Familias de Atletismo, originalmente programadas para el martes 21 de enero de 2025, y para Padres/Familias de Educación Especial, programadas para el miércoles 22 de enero de 2025, han sido reprogramadas. Las nuevas fechas se compartirán tan pronto como estén disponibles. ¡Gracias por su comprensión y continuo apoyo!

🌟 Congratulations to our Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School Superstar Students! 🌟 Your hard work and dedication have truly shined this 3rd 6 weeks! 6th grade- Jacqueline Garcia 7th grade- Deeandra Garcia 8th grade- Axel Torres 8th grade- Daniel Cantu Keep striving for excellence - we’re so proud of you! 💙✨ #LDZSuperstars #AcademicExcellence #ShiningBright

🌟 Huge congratulations to our Perfect Attendance Champs at Lorenzo de Zavala Middle School! 🎉 Your commitment to showing up every day and giving your best is a shining example of what it means to be dedicated. Let’s keep the momentum going, LDZ family—success starts with being present! 💪🙌 #EveryDayCounts #LDZStrong #BuildingOurFuture

Attention La Joya ISD Family, We are actively monitoring the weather and prioritizing the safety of our students, staff, and families. Monday, January 20, 2025, will be a regular school day as scheduled. However, due to the forecast of severe weather, all La Joya ISD schools and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Free Grab & Go Meals will be available on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at designated locations across the district. While students do not need to be present to pick up a meal, their name and ID will be required. For Wednesday, January 22, 2025, we will continue to monitor weather conditions and communicate any changes no later than Monday, January 20, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Thank you for your understanding as we work to ensure everyone’s safety during this time. Stay safe and continue to monitor our official channels for updates. ************************************************ Atención familia de La Joya ISD, Estamos monitoreando activamente el clima y priorizando la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal y familias. El lunes 20 de enero de 2025 será un día escolar regular según lo programado. Sin embargo, debido al pronóstico de clima severo, todas las escuelas e instalaciones de La Joya ISD estarán cerradas el martes 21 de enero de 2025. Las comidas gratuitas para llevar estarán disponibles el martes 21 de enero de 2025, de 9:00 a. m. a 11:00 a. m. en ubicaciones designadas en todo el distrito. Si bien los estudiantes no necesitan estar presentes para recoger una comida, se requerirá su nombre y una identificación. Para el miércoles 22 de enero de 2025, continuaremos monitoreando las condiciones climáticas y comunicaremos cualquier cambio a más tardar el lunes 20 de enero de 2025 a las 6:00 p. m. Gracias por su comprensión mientras trabajamos para garantizar la seguridad de todos durante este tiempo. Manténgase seguro y continúe monitoreando nuestros canales oficiales para obtener actualizaciones.

Be part of the journey to shape the future of La Joya ISD! 🌟 Join Superintendent Dr. Marcey Sorensen for our Strategic Planning Town Hall Meetings. Your voice is essential in our pursuit toward #EducationalExcellence. 📚 Together, let's build a brighter tomorrow! ✨Join us and make a difference! 💬✨

January 17, 2025 9:00PM Weather Update: Monitoring Conditions for the week of January 20, 2025 *************************** 17 de enero del 2025, 9:00 PM Actualización del Clima: Monitoreando las Condiciones para la Semana del 20 de enero del 2025

Congratulations to the Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School 8th Grade Coyotes! The Dark Team kicked off district play in dominant fashion, defeating RYMS 53-23 to move to 1-0 in district. It was a fantastic team effort all around. The Light Team fought hard in their matchup but came up just short. Their effort and determination continue to set the tone for the season. Great job to both teams—keep pushing forward, Coyotes!

📢 ¡Atención Estudiantes de Octavo Grado: ¡Tu Futuro Comienza en los Campus CCRSM de La Joya ISD! ✨📚 ¿Estás listo para adelantar tu educación en la preparatoria y en la universidad? 🚀 ¡Los campus CCRSM de La Joya ISD ya están aceptando solicitudes para los estudiantes de 8º grado que se inscribirán en la preparatoria! Ofrecemos oportunidades increíbles a través de nuestros programas P-TECH y Early College, que te preparan para el éxito en la educación y más allá. ✅ Gana créditos universitarios mientras estás en la preparatoria ✅ Prepárate para carreras de alta demanda ✅ ¡Todo sin costo para las familias! 📆 Fecha límite para aplicar: 24 de enero de 2025 🔗 Enlace para aplicar: www.tinyurl.com/CCRSM2425 ➡️ ¡Abierto para todos los estudiantes actuales de 8º grado listos para dar el siguiente paso hacia un futuro más brillante! ¡No esperes más—asegura tu lugar y comienza tu camino con La Joya ISD CCRSM! Aplica hoy mismo! 🎓✨

📢 Attention 8th Graders: Your Future Starts at La Joya ISD CCRSM Campuses! ✨📚 Are you ready to get ahead in high school AND college? 🚀 La Joya ISD CCRSM Campuses are now accepting applications for incoming 8th graders enrolling in high school! We offer incredible opportunities through our P-TECH and Early College programs that set you up for success in education and beyond. ✅ Earn College Credit While in High School ✅ Prepare for High-Demand Careers ✅ All at No Cost to Families! 📆 Deadline to Apply: January 24, 2025 🔗 Application Link: www.tinyurl.com/CCRSM2425 ➡️ Open to all current 8th graders ready to take the next step toward a brighter future! Don’t wait—secure your spot and start your journey with La Joya ISD CCRSM. Apply today!

January 15, 2025 9:00PM Weather Update: Monitoring Conditions for the week of January 20, 2025 *************************** 15 de enero del 2025, 9:00 PM Actualización del Clima: Monitoreando las Condiciones para la Semana del 20 de enero del 2025

🌟 Shoutout to our weekly raffle winners for perfect attendance at LDZ! 🎉 Your dedication to being present and giving it your all is truly inspiring. Keep up the amazing effort! 🙌 #PerfectAttendance #LDZPride #SuccessStartsHere

“Big shoutout to my amazing students for advancing to the district science fair! Your hard work, creativity, and dedication have paid off, and I couldn’t be prouder of each of you. Keep reaching for the stars and representing our school with excellence! – Ms. Duran * not pictured- Azael Garcia “

Congrats to our 7th-grade soccer girls on winning the first game they played at the tournament on Saturday. You all did amazing and came through as a team girls. Keep putting in the work and it was a great showcase of how much potential everyone has. We're proud of you!

PARENT MEETING JUNTA PARA PADRES

Congratulations to the Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School 8th Grade Coyotes! The Light Team battled for a thrilling 19-18 OT victory against JD Salinas to start the season 1-0. Juan Rodriguez led with 6 points, Ian Maldonado hit a clutch 3 to help reach OT, and Omar Saenz sealed it with a big 3-pointer. The Dark Team dominated with a 42-20 victory, also moving to 1-0. Stuart Benoit led with 18 points, Salvador Villagran added 16, and Dante Salinas chipped in 6. Fantastic team effort from everyone—what a start to the season, Coyotes!

Thank you Officer Ramirez for all you do to ensure our safety!