La Joya middle schools awarded grant for college readiness

LA JOYA, Texas (ValleyCentral) — La Joya Independent School District announced that all eight of its middle schools received a grant to boost college readiness.

The GEAR UP Future Forward Grant focuses on academic enrichment, college exposure, and leadership development. It provides students with academic support, college and career readiness, family engagement, mentorship, and leadership skills.

The schools awarded the grant include:

• Ann W. Richards Middle School
• Cesar E. Chavez Middle School
• Domingo Trevino Middle School
• Dr. Javier Saenz Middle School
• Irene M. Garcia Middle School
• Juan De Dios Salinas Middle School
• Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School
• Memorial Middle School

With the support of the GEAR UP Future Forward Grant, La Joya ISD aims to foster a college-going culture and equip students with the skills needed for future success.

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