IUSD Insights

In this edition:

A message from Superintendent Walker on embracing gratitude
Set your language and accessibility preferences
Tips to prepare for finals

National Gratitude Month challenge
IUSD is hiring
Supporting student success through Mental Health and Wellness
And more!

Message from the Superintendent

Embracing Gratitude: Fostering Respect and Student Achievement

As the holiday season approaches, Superintendent Terry Walker and the IUSD Board of Education extend their heartfelt appreciation to the IUSD community—students, staff, and families—for their contributions to our shared success. Highlighting the transformative power of gratitude, the message underscores the importance of creating spaces for dialogue that foster curiosity and respect, essential for nurturing positive learning environments. By encouraging constructive conversations, the district is committed to equipping students with critical thinking and collaboration skills vital for college, career, and life readiness. More...

Insights Features

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Connect with IUSD: Set your language and accessibility preferences

As part of IUSD’s ongoing commitment to making important information, resources and services accessible to our diverse community–and as a part of our Connect with IUSD campaign–we would like to remind families that they can adjust language and accessibility preferences on the platforms used for District and school communications. Whether through ParentSquare, the Parent Portal or the IUSD website, it is easy to set your preferred language, ensuring you receive updates, notifications and resources in the language that works best for you. More…

Insights spotlights

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Preparing for Finals: Academic Success and Personal Well-Being

With finals approaching, it’s natural for students to feel a mix of excitement and stress. By adopting study habits that work best for you or your student, practicing wellness and maintaining healthy routines, students can approach finals with confidence. We have created a list of ten tips to help students reach their academic goals and support their overall well-being. More…

Building Community with National Gratitude Month: Join Our 21-Day Happiness Challenge!

November is National Gratitude Month! As Thanksgiving approaches, our minds naturally turn towards gratitude and traditionally express thanks during this season. This month, we would like to remind our students and families how a mindset of gratitude can help build community and foster mutual respect on campus. More...

Celebrating National School Psychologists Week

We are celebrating and recognizing our dedicated school psychologists during National School Psychologists Week, November 4-8. Our school psychologists support the academic, social and emotional well-being of all students across our campuses, providing site-based services and resources tailored to meet individual needs. Thank you to our school psychologists for all you do! For more mental health resources, please visit our Mental Health and Wellness webpage. More...

HR Corner

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Join Our Team: IUSD is Hiring

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the IUSD Job Fair! If you missed it, we’re still hiring for a variety of roles, including:

Instructional Assistants to support teachers in the classroom
PE Paraprofessionals to assist in implementing engaging physical education programs
Nutrition Services Support to prepare and serve meals
Noon Duty Support to ensure student safety during lunch and recess

We offer competitive salaries and a full benefits package. Visit edjoin.org/iusd to explore opportunities and apply today! More…

Speak up, We care

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Supporting Student Success Through Mental Health and Wellness

As part of our commitment to developing well-rounded students, we know that positive mental health and wellness are essential components to help students succeed at higher levels both academically and personally. Therefore, our comprehensive approach focuses our mental health and wellness efforts on both proactive and responsive programs, initiatives and supports for students. Please take a moment to read about IUSD supports and services available to students and families. More...

News around the district

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In case you missed it, the following is news from around the District! Throughout each month IUSD Communications posts the latest District news and information in the News Center section of iusd.org. Please check this site regularly or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok.