🌟 Gifted and Talented Awareness Meeting 🌟
📅 Tuesday, October 28, 2025
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
📍 Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary Library
Parents are invited to join us for our GT Awareness Meeting to learn about the Gifted and Talented Program, identification process, and opportunities available for our students.
📅 Tuesday, October 28, 2025
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
📍 Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary Library
Parents are invited to join us for our GT Awareness Meeting to learn about the Gifted and Talented Program, identification process, and opportunities available for our students.
❤️ Red Ribbon Week ❤️
October 27–31, 2025
Be Kind to Your Mind — Live Drug Free!
Join us for a week of fun dress-up days as we show our commitment to living a healthy, drug-free life!
October 27–31, 2025
Be Kind to Your Mind — Live Drug Free!
Join us for a week of fun dress-up days as we show our commitment to living a healthy, drug-free life!
📚🎃 Family Book Character Pumpkin Fun! 🎃📚
Our students and families are getting a head start on their Family Book Character Pumpkin creations! We can’t wait to see all the imaginative designs inspired by your favorite storybook characters.
Just a reminder — pumpkins are due Friday, October 24, 2025.
If you need a little extra time, no worries! We’re offering a one-day extension until Monday, October 27, 2025.
Thank you for bringing stories to life with your creativity and family spirit! 🌟🍂
📚🎉 Congratulations to our October Reading Challenge Winners! 🎉📚
A big shoutout to our top readers at Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary who went above and beyond by reading a mix of MyON books and chapter books this month! Your dedication to reading is inspiring! 🙌
Thank you to everyone who participated—keep turning those pages and exploring new stories! 📖💫
#HBGonzalezReads #ReadingChallenge #ReadersAreLeaders
#lajoyaisd
#HBG Pride
🎉 October is National Principal Month, and we’re proud to continue celebrating our incredible leader, Mrs. Ana R. Perez! Her dedication, vision, and heart make Henry B. González Elementary a place where students and staff thrive. Thank you, Mrs. Perez, for inspiring excellence every day! 💙🍎 #ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalMonth #LeadershipMatters #HBGEmpowers
📚🎉 Congratulations to the winners of our October Reading Challenge at Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary!
Your dedication and love for reading truly shine. We're so proud of all the students who participated — keep turning those pages and reaching for the stars! 🌟📖
Your dedication and love for reading truly shine. We're so proud of all the students who participated — keep turning those pages and reaching for the stars! 🌟📖
🎉 Congratulations to Our September Students of the Month! 🎉
We are proud to recognize our amazing Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary students who have gone above and beyond during the month of September! These students have shown outstanding character, leadership, academic effort, and kindness in and out of the classroom. 👏📚
#StudentOfTheMonth #HBGStrong
📣 Reminder: TELPAS Benchmark on Monday, October 20, 2025.
Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary is hosting an informational meeting about our Gifted and Talented Program! 🎓✨
We invite all parents and guardians to join us to learn more about the program and how it can benefit your child. Don’t miss this great opportunity!
You are welcome to join us — we look forward to seeing you there!
We invite all parents and guardians to join us to learn more about the program and how it can benefit your child. Don’t miss this great opportunity!
You are welcome to join us — we look forward to seeing you there!
📣 Attention Parents & Guardians!
We're excited to share important information about opportunities for Gifted & Talented (G/T) Students! 🌟
We're excited to share important information about opportunities for Gifted & Talented (G/T) Students! 🌟
Our 4th grade students are making a splash with swimming lessons at the Henry B. Gonzalez La Joya ISD Sports and Learning Complex! 🏊♂️💦 It’s a fantastic way for them to build confidence, learn important water safety skills, and have fun. Go, team!
🎉 October is National Principals Month! 🎉
At Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary, we are proud to recognize and celebrate our amazing leader, Principal Mrs. Ana Rosa Perez! 💙
Principal Perez is more than just the head of our school — she is a passionate advocate for students, a dedicated supporter of teachers and staff, and a true champion of excellence in education. Her leadership, heart, and commitment make a lasting impact on every student and every classroom.
From welcoming smiles in the morning to supporting innovative learning throughout the day, Principal Mrs. Perez leads with purpose, compassion, and strength. 💫
Please join us in showing appreciation for everything she does to make Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary a place where students feel safe, inspired, and ready to succeed! 🏫🍎💐
#ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth #LeadershipMatters #HenryBGonzalezES #lajoyaisd #ljisd
🎃📚 Book Character Family Activity 📚🎃
Families, it’s time to get creative! Decorate a plastic or foam pumpkin as your favorite book character and have it displayed at the library for everyone to enjoy.
This is a fun way to celebrate stories and show off your creativity—no carving or real pumpkins, please!
Thank you in advance for participating—we can't wait to see your amazing creations!
Families, it’s time to get creative! Decorate a plastic or foam pumpkin as your favorite book character and have it displayed at the library for everyone to enjoy.
This is a fun way to celebrate stories and show off your creativity—no carving or real pumpkins, please!
Thank you in advance for participating—we can't wait to see your amazing creations!
🧡 Standing Up Against Bullying! 🧡
This past Monday, Henry B. González students and staff wore orange to support bullying prevention and promote kindness, unity, and inclusion.
Thank you to everyone who participated and helped send a powerful message: Bullying has no place here. 💪🧡 #UnityDay #BullyingPrevention #HBGCares
#lajoyaisd
October Reading Challenge 2025
Get ready for the October Reading Challenge starting October 6, 2025! This two-week challenge celebrates the love of reading and recognizes the top 5 independent readers who dive into the most books during the challenge period.
📚 Challenge Dates: October 6–17, 2025
🏆 Goal: Read as many books as possible independently
🎉 Winners: Top 5 readers will be featured and rewarded for their dedication
Grab a book, set a goal, and let the reading adventure begin!
Get ready for the October Reading Challenge starting October 6, 2025! This two-week challenge celebrates the love of reading and recognizes the top 5 independent readers who dive into the most books during the challenge period.
📚 Challenge Dates: October 6–17, 2025
🏆 Goal: Read as many books as possible independently
🎉 Winners: Top 5 readers will be featured and rewarded for their dedication
Grab a book, set a goal, and let the reading adventure begin!
📸 We have some more great moments to share from Curriculum Night at Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary!
Our talented Cheer Pack students kicked off the evening with an energetic performance 🎉. Families then visited interactive stations hosted by our amazing teachers, each one focused on sharing our campus strategic priorities. We also held a fun raffle for our families 🎟️—congrats to the winners!
The evening wrapped up with parents visiting their students’ classrooms to see where the learning happens every day.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the night a success! 💙📚 #CurriculumNight #TeamHBG #FamilyEngagement
#lajoyaisd
Our talented Cheer Pack students kicked off the evening with an energetic performance 🎉. Families then visited interactive stations hosted by our amazing teachers, each one focused on sharing our campus strategic priorities. We also held a fun raffle for our families 🎟️—congrats to the winners!
The evening wrapped up with parents visiting their students’ classrooms to see where the learning happens every day.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the night a success! 💙📚 #CurriculumNight #TeamHBG #FamilyEngagement
#lajoyaisd
Celebrating The Day the Crayons Quit at Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary 🎨📚
On September 30, 2025, Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary came alive with color 🌈 as students and staff celebrated the beloved book The Day the Crayons Quit. Each grade level dressed in a different color 👕👗, creating a vibrant rainbow across the campus.
Students gathered for group photos 📸, proudly showing off their assigned colors and bringing the story’s playful spirit to life. In the library, Mrs. Lumbreras, the school librarian, shared the book 📖 with her classes, sparking laughter 😂 and imagination 💡 as students connected with the crayons’ voices and personalities.
The celebration extended beyond the students, with staff joining in the fun 🎉 by dressing up as well. The event highlighted the joy of reading ❤️, creativity ✨, and community 🤝, making it a memorable day for the entire school. #lajoyaisd #HBGpride #HenryBGonzalezElementary
On September 30, 2025, Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary came alive with color 🌈 as students and staff celebrated the beloved book The Day the Crayons Quit. Each grade level dressed in a different color 👕👗, creating a vibrant rainbow across the campus.
Students gathered for group photos 📸, proudly showing off their assigned colors and bringing the story’s playful spirit to life. In the library, Mrs. Lumbreras, the school librarian, shared the book 📖 with her classes, sparking laughter 😂 and imagination 💡 as students connected with the crayons’ voices and personalities.
The celebration extended beyond the students, with staff joining in the fun 🎉 by dressing up as well. The event highlighted the joy of reading ❤️, creativity ✨, and community 🤝, making it a memorable day for the entire school. #lajoyaisd #HBGpride #HenryBGonzalezElementary
🍂✨ October is here, and so is our exciting lineup of events! Check out our calendar for all the fun activities happening this month.
We’re providing a helpful flyer that gives a quick overview of school discipline policies in Texas. It covers key information about student rights, types of discipline, and how parents can stay involved.
🎉 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at Henry B. González Elementary!
From September 22 to 25, 2025, our school came alive with color, culture, and community as students and staff proudly celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month. Each day highlighted the rich traditions, history, and contributions of the Hispanic community. 💃🏽📖🎶
Students and staff showed their pride all week! 👕 Rocking colorful Lotería shirts, 🎨 dressing up in flag colors, 🎓 sporting their college shirts, and 🦸♂️ wearing shirts of their favorite Hispanic heroes. A fantastic way to celebrate culture and community! 🎉❤️
The week was a powerful reminder of the beauty of heritage, identity, and unity. We are proud to celebrate our comunidad and the many cultures that make us strong. ❤️🌟 #HispanicHeritageMonth #HBGStrong#lajoyaisd
From September 22 to 25, 2025, our school came alive with color, culture, and community as students and staff proudly celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month. Each day highlighted the rich traditions, history, and contributions of the Hispanic community. 💃🏽📖🎶
Students and staff showed their pride all week! 👕 Rocking colorful Lotería shirts, 🎨 dressing up in flag colors, 🎓 sporting their college shirts, and 🦸♂️ wearing shirts of their favorite Hispanic heroes. A fantastic way to celebrate culture and community! 🎉❤️
The week was a powerful reminder of the beauty of heritage, identity, and unity. We are proud to celebrate our comunidad and the many cultures that make us strong. ❤️🌟 #HispanicHeritageMonth #HBGStrong#lajoyaisd
