Superintendent Walker discussed a range of topics that highlighted the attitudes, skills and knowledge students need for success academically, personally and in the workplace, with a focus on teaching and learning, staffing, investments in technology and facilities, and how we maximize limited resources.  
IPD has launched a support dog program and is working with IUSD to bring trained support (therapy) dogs to District schools as an added layer of social-emotional support for students when needed. We appreciate our partnership with IPD to support students and look forward to seeing these friendly faces on IUSD campuses.
This week’s Mindful Monday is focused forming healthy digital habits for students and families.
October 17-21 is Digital Citizenship Week, which is an opportunity to remind our community about the importance of good digital citizenship. Check out this article for tips and resources.
Together, with our students, staff and families, IUSD schools continue to raise awareness and support kind and respectful school cultures. Included are five fast facts about bullying prevention on our campuses. 
The IUSD Board of Education and Superintendent Terry Walker will host the 2022 State of the District on Oct. 18. The presentation will provide an overview of how IUSD’s 50-year commitment to continuous improvement is at the heart of our promise to provide the highest quality educational experience we can envision. Don't miss the student displays…
On Thursday, September 22 from 3:30-5 p.m. the District will host a grand opening for the IUSD Parent Center, which is an opportunity to meet staff, including our Community Liaisons, and to tour the facility. 
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced that more than 200 Orange County students have been named semifinalists, 88 of which are IUSD students. 
September is Suicide Prevention Month — a time to raise awareness.  Our goal is to help ensure the IUSD community has access to information and resources for discussing suicide prevention, knowing the signs and how to seek help. 
Emergency Preparedness Month is an opportunity to remind our community about the importance of being prepared for emergencies.  In addition to campus safety preparedness and trainings, IUSD also prepares for a variety of emergencies. Read this article to learn more.