IUSD joined the Children’s Hospital of Orange County, the Tsao Family Foundation and the Orange County Department of Education to celebrate the District WellSpaces set to open for the 2022-23 school year.  

Staying connected to family, friends and community is critical for social and emotional wellness, especially over the summer months, when students may not see friends and others as often as during the school year. This article features some examples and local resources for creating connectedness.  

The Children’s Hospital of Orange County has received a $2 million gift from the Tsao Family Foundation to work in collaboration with the Orange County Department of Education to establish 17 WellSpaces on IUSD secondary school campuses over the next four years.

IUSD is committed to educating our students and families about the dangers and health risks associated with tobacco and vaping products. This article provides important facts, information and resources for students and families. 

Portola and Woodbridge High School student filmmakers created unique and educational short films on suicide prevention and mental health awareness.   

Today, we recognize and celebrate the contributions of our health services team for their commitment to keeping our students healthy, in school, and ready to learn.

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, we encourage our students and families to try the 21 Day Happiness Challenge, practice positive health and wellness activities, and reach out if you are in need of help.

Investments in mental health and wellness has been one of the Board of Education's top priorities for many years.  The District has embraced a comprehensive approach focused on both proactive and responsive resources and supports for students.  Please review this important information to learn more.

Positive mental health and wellness are essential components to lifelong success and happiness.   Throughout May, IUSD and our schools will share information about the District's comprehensive approach to mental health and wellness, while providing students and families with access to resources and supports.   

The CDPH issued revised quarantine and isolation protocols for schools , which is in conjunction with the state’s adoption of new indoor mask policies that move from requiring students, staff and visitors on school campuses to wear masks indoors to “strongly recommending” masks indoors.  This article also includes information about IUSD mitigation…