Krista Elliott, school nurse at Oak Creek and Springbrook Elementary Schools, has been named the recipient of the Excellence in School Nursing Award for the Southern Section by the California School Nurse Organization (CSNO).

Through a partnership with CHOC, the Tsao Family Foundation and OCDE, we have continued to expand our student wellness offerings with the opening of three new WellSpaces for the 2025-26school year at Cadence Park School, Jeffery Trail Middle School, Solis Park School and Portola High School. 

IUSD students made a strong showing at this year’s National History Day-California, with 11 student projects emerging as junior and senior division champions.

University High School’s Science Bowl team placed eighth in the nation, outperforming more than 60 high school teams from across the United States at the National Competition. 

Sierra Vista Middle School Music Teacher Henry Miller has been named a 2026 Country Music Artist (CMA) Music Teacher of Excellence. This award, presented by the CMA Foundation, celebrates 30 teachers who demonstrate teaching excellence, create positive learning environments and make a lasting impact in their communities.

This award recognizes one exceptional school nurse whose leadership, innovation and dedication have made a meaningful impact on student health and wellness.

The Irvine Unified School District thanks and celebrates our teachers and certificated staff during National Teacher Appreciation Week! They truly make a lasting difference in the lives of our students and families.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and IUSD, along with our school sites, joins millions across the nation to raise awareness about this important topic.

Discover a world of creativity at IUSD's third Annual District Honors Art Show on May 15-16. Featuring over 600 artworks by IUSD PK-12 students, this event is a celebration of talent and imagination.

University secured first place at this year’s virtual “Sponge Bowl,” a competitive event featuring top high school teams from across California and the nation. The team went undefeated across all rounds, consistently outperforming a strong field of competitors.