🎓 Alum Spotlight – La Joya to Law School: Milagros Garcia Reflects
From her early days at La Joya Early College High School to her current endeavors at the Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Milagros Garcia's passion for law remains unwavering. Today, she attributes her resilience and success to the invaluable experiences she gained at LJECHS.
"Without a doubt, I would not be where I am today without LJECHS," Milagro said. "I continue to remember my four years at this institution fondly. It was here that I gained the knowledge and tools I needed to step into the real world.”
As Milagro pursues a law degree at the renowned Thurgood Marshall School of Law, she fondly remembers those who helped get her to this place in life –the faculty and staff at LJECHS.
“[The teachers] gave me confidence, determination, and faith. It was while crossing that graduation stage that I knew I could achieve anything I wanted; I was no longer afraid of doing the hard work—I had already begun doing it."
LJECHS's nurturing environment is what Milagros believes to be its distinguishing factor.
"The overall atmosphere of LJECHS is one of kindness and support. They truly care about each student, their well-being, and their success. These teachers will bring out every ounce of potential in you, show it to you, and make you put it to work."
The relationships she fostered there remained pivotal as she progressed in her academic pursuits.
"The thing about LJECHS is that it's not just a 'high school'; it truly becomes your family. Mrs. Gonzalez and Mr. Salinas have shown me their unwavering support and mentorship consistently throughout my undergraduate years and now as a law student at Thurgood Marshall," Milagro said. "It was their efforts aimed at challenging their students to inspire growth that gave me the foundation needed to face the complexities of pursuing a law degree."
As she forges her path in law, Garcia is resolute in her commitment to give back to the institution that gave her so much.
"LJECH was and continues to be a great influence in my life, and I look forward to giving back in any way I can," Milagros said. "I encourage all LJECHS Alumni to pay it forward; let's help the community that helped us."
As Milagros Garcia continues her inspiring journey, she stands as a testament to the transformative power of education and the indelible mark an institution like LJEC can leave on its students.
🎉📚🔢 Mrs. Gonzalez's class is turning math into a BINGO blast! 🔢📚🎉 Check out these young mathematicians in action as they dive into the world of factoring trinomials with a twist!
📸 More snapshots from the TACRAO College & Career Fair! 📚🌟
🎓 Shout out to our incredible seniors at the TACRAO College & Career Fair! 🙌 Your dedication and hard work are paying off as you explore exciting opportunities for the future. 🌟 #LJECHS
🚌🚦🛑 Safety First! La Joya ISD is proud to celebrate National School Bus Safety Week, emphasizing the importance of safe transportation for our students. Let's work together to ensure a secure and enjoyable journey to and from school. A HUGE THANK YOU to our awesome La Joya ISD Transportation Department who safely transport our students every day! 🚌🚦🚸
La Joya ISD emphasizes safety as a top priority during America's Safe Schools Week! Special thanks to our La Joya ISD Police Department for ensuring a safe learning and working environment for all our students and staff. 🏫👮♂️🌟🚓
🎉La Joya ISD celebrates National School Lunch Week! 🎉🍎Thank you to our La Joya ISD Child Nutrition Services Department for ensuring our students always receive a nutritious and delicious meal that supports their minds and bodies for success. 🎉🥦🍎🥗🍔🍕🍱
From Paperwork to Puppy Rescue: Elizama Alaffa's Heartfelt Journey 🐾
Elizama Alaffa's days at La Joya Early College are typically filled with administrative tasks, but the cry of a mother dog led her on a heartwarming detour. In an act of compassion and determination, she took the lead in helping a mother dog and her eight puppies.
Elizama first spotted the canine family seeking shelter under the LJECHS portables. Their wary eyes and protective demeanor indicated they'd had their share of mistrustful human interactions. Attempts to capture the uninvited visitors were met with failure. While many might have looked away, assuming someone else would intervene, she did the opposite. She saw their distress as a call to action.
Equipped with kindness and patience, she began her rescue mission. Every day, she would bring food, setting it out a bit closer to her each time to gain the trust of the frightened mother dog. She would talk to them soothingly, reassuring them that she was there to help, not harm. Over the ensuing days, teachers at LJECHS donated food for the nine hungry pups and kept an eye on the canine family to support Elizama’s efforts. Students watched the heroic act from afar –the mom and pups becoming unofficial mascots.
It was a testament to her resilience when the mother dog began to trust her after several days of consistent effort, allowing Elizama to approach and eventually help her and her pups.
Realizing the magnitude of the situation, Elizama tapped into her network of friends and community of animal welfare activists. The goal? To find loving, trustworthy homes and fosters for each of the nine dogs.
Elizama's story is a reminder that change often begins with one person noticing, caring, and then stepping up to make a difference. Her unwavering commitment not only saved nine lives but also inspired the entire LJECHS community.
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📸 Captured moments of our amazing students taking time to appreciate the unsung heroes of our school - our Custodians!
⏰ Friendly Reminder! NO CLASSES!!
Students and staff will be off on Monday, October 9th, 2023, for Bad Weather Day.
Classes and LJISD offices will resume on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
A few more snapshots from this morning! 🥁📣
At La Joya Early College High School, we are blessed with extraordinary educators! 🎓 Their dedication, passion, and relentless pursuit of excellence shape our scholars every day. Here's to the teachers who turn lessons into lifelong learning and classrooms into launchpads for dreams. 👏🏻🌟👏🏻
🎉🌍 Happy World Teachers’ Day to the amazing teachers of La Joya ISD! 🍎👩🏫
Thank you for all that you do to make a difference in the lives of our students. 👏🏻🌟
#WorldTeachersDay
#ljisdstudentfocuseddatadrivenresultsoriented
Heads up, scholars! 🎓 Tomorrow we celebrate World Teachers' Day. Take a moment to recognize and thank the teachers who've made a difference in your journey. #CheersToTeachers #ljechs
🎓 #DYK (Did You Know)? 🎓
STC boasts over 150 transfer partners! 🌐 Making the leap from STC to your dream university is smoother than you think. 🚀
STC Transfer Center: 🔗 https://www.southtexascollege.edu/academics/transfer/
Your next academic adventure awaits! 🌟
Using M&M's, Mr. Alaniz’s dual enrollment public speaking students are diving into the delightful world of data collection and analysis! From sorting the M&M's by color and understanding the mean, median, and mode, to discussing variability, these future public speakers are mastering the art of data representation with colorful graphs and insightful reflections! 📈📉
🌸✨La Joya ISD stands united in support of Breast Cancer Awareness! Throughout the month of October, our district will proudly don the color pink to raise awareness and honor those affected by breast cancer. 💖👚
Let's paint La Joya ISD in shades of pink to show our solidarity and commitment to this important cause. Together, we can make a difference! 🌸
🚫 Anti-Bullying Prevention Awareness Week 🚫
🧦 Tuesday: Sock it to Bullying! Show your support by wearing pink and/or rocking those crazy socks!
👯♂️ Wednesday: Stand united against bullying! Grab a friend and dress alike for TWIN DAY - because together, we're stronger!
🐾 Thursday: Show your Coyote pride! Wear a Coyote shirt and let's be awesome together, fostering a supportive community!
🤠 Friday: Giddy Up for a bully-free zone! Dress in your best western gear and let's round up support to say NO to bullies!
#AntiBullyingWeek #StandUpToBullying #LJECHS #CoyotePride
This month we recognize Mr. Domingo Villarreal III, the guiding force behind La Joya Early College!
Under your leadership, our school has flourished, dreams have been realized, and futures have been brightened. From the morning hellos to the proud graduation farewells, every step students take is illuminated by your commitment to student success. 🐾🎓
Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! 🎉🙌
Thank you, custodians, for your hard work and dedication to maintaining our schools, offices, and public spaces clean and safe. ✨✨ You truly make a difference! #CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYouCustodians
