In this edition:
- Connect with IUSD campaign
- How IUSD is supporting the community and reducing waste
- Digital Citizenship: What You Need to Know
- Meet the Student Board Members
- 10 Tips for Choosing a College
- IUSD Job Fair
- And More!
Message from the Superintendent
Connect with IUSD: Resources to Support Parent and Family Engagement
As part of IUSD’s ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, we have launched the “Connect with IUSD” campaign to ensure that our diverse community can quickly and easily access the resources, services, and information you need in your preferred languages and accessible formats. Based on feedback from last year’s Annual Survey and input from various committees, students, and parents, we’ve identified a need for greater awareness of IUSD programs, with content available in multiple languages and accessible formats.
In addition to the Helpful Links Resource Guide, which may have arrived or soon will arrive at your home, we’re excited to introduce the "Connect with IUSD" and Communications webpages. These platforms offer tutorials on customizing communication preferences and setting language options for ParentSquare, the Parent Portal, and IUSD websites. We hope you will explore and utilize these resources throughout the year.
Please take a moment to watch Superintendent Walker's video message which is available in multiple languages, sharing more about these new resources. More...
Insights Features
IUSD’s Program to Tackle Food Waste and Feed Our Community
IUSD is tackling food waste and providing food to those in need with our Edible Food Recovery and Donation Program! By collecting surplus food from school campuses and delivering it to local food banks like South County Outreach we're helping feed those in need while reducing waste. On campus, students and staff can help us make a difference by placing unopened, packaged cafeteria meals in share boxes, which provides an extra helping for others on campus who may need it. This initiative program, aligned with California’s SB 1383, is about turning excess into community support—one food item at a time! More…
Invest in Educational Excellence by Supporting the Irvine Public Schools Foundation
The Irvine Public Schools Foundation (IPSF) is dedicated to providing educational enrichment for every IUSD student, including programs in science, technology, engineering, art, and music. You can support this mission by participating in IPSF’s annual giving campaign, which kicks off on October 17 with IPSF Giving Day and runs through the end of December. Donations to IPSF help make a difference where it matters most—in the classroom. More...
Digital Citizenship: What You Need to Know
Do you know what social media sites and platforms your kids are using and who they are communicating with online? Have you set clear expectations and guidelines for your children and taught them about cyber safety? Check out these quick tips for parents and families. More...
Insights spotlights
IUSD Ranks No. 1 in California for State Standardized Testing
The Irvine Unified School District (IUSD) continues its tradition of excellence, outperforming both state and Orange County averages on state assessments. IUSD ranked No. 1 in California in Science, Mathematics, and English Language Arts (ELA) among public districts with 35,000+ students. This marks the eighth consecutive year IUSD has been a top district in the state and county since the CAASPP assessments began in 2015, excluding a two-year pandemic hiatus. More...
Meet our Student Board Members
IUSD is excited to introduce our 2024-25 Student Board Members, representing each of the District’s five comprehensive high schools. While elected Board Members cast official votes, student representatives serve in an advisory capacity by participating in discussions and providing valuable insights. Please take a moment to learn more about our 2024-25 student board members. More...
Applying for college? Use these 10 tips to help you find the right fit.
As college application season ramps up, students and families are faced with the exciting and perhaps challenging task of choosing the right colleges to apply to. Key factors to consider include college size, location, type, curriculum offerings, admission requirements and cost, which can greatly influence the overall experience. Choosing the right college is an important decision, but please remember that the perfect college isn’t just about prestige or rankings—it’s about finding a place where your child can thrive. More…
Red Ribbon Week: Promoting Health and Saying No to Drugs
Throughout the week of October 20-26, IUSD schools, Irvine Unified Council PTA, the City of Irvine, the Irvine Police Department, parents and students will join forces to champion the Red Ribbon Week theme of “Life is a Movie – Starring Healthy Choices.” Each school will participate in various activities throughout the week focusing on raising awareness about educational resources, programs and services that promote the well-being and full potential of youth, free from the influence of drugs. More…
Stay Safe with the Irvine Police Department’s Halloween Safety Tips
With Halloween approaching, we want to remind students and families of important safety tips from the Irvine Police Department for a fun and safe night of trick-or-treating. Ensure an adult accompanies children, choose bright or reflective costumes and bring flashlights or glow sticks for visibility. Avoid masks that obstruct vision. Drivers should watch for children and keep speeds low. Inspect all candy before eating and report any suspicious activity by calling 9-1-1. More…
HR Corner
IUSD Job Fair: Explore Open Positions and Interview on the Spot!
IUSD is hosting a job fair on Wednesday, October 30 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Learning Center (3387 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine) in Room 6. At the job fair, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about open positions, submit applications and even interview on the spot! If you have one, bring your resume but it is not required. More...
Speak up, We care
Boost Your Child’s Connections: Strategies for Campus and Community Engagement
IUSD’s Speak Up, We Care campaign is our commitment to promoting positive mental health and well-being for all students. As a part of the quarterly theme, "Be Connected," we ask parents and families to partner with us by encouraging students to "Be Connected," as building connections is essential for lifelong success and plays a vital role in developing the whole child.
What can you do to help your child "Be Connected"?
- Encourage active involvement
- Foster community connections
- Prioritize social connections
- Nurture family bonds
- Familiarize them with school resources
News around the district
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.
- IUSD High Schools Earn AP Honor Roll Recognition
- Earn college credit early with IVC/IUSD spring 2025 Dual Enrollment!
- IUSD Named No. 1 School District in Orange County and Among Top in the Nation
- IUSD Hosts College, Career and Life Readiness Fair on Oct. 28
- South Lake Middle School Earns Prestigious National Blue Ribbon Award
- What parents need to know about e-Bike safety: Setting boundaries and expectations
- Supporting Student Success: Attendance Awareness Month Q&A with IUSD's Coordinator of Family Outreach and Student Engagement