Natalie Miller of Lakeside MS won third place in the 2020 National History Day competition with Jihyun Won of Portola HS and Louise Macatula and Riya Gupta from Sierra Vista MS honored as finalists.  
Congratulations to the Class of 2020! IUSD wishes you the best as you embark upon this next exciting phase of your journey. We are so proud of you!  Check out this article for student-driven video content that captures the spirit of our incredible students. 
IUSD schools continued recognizing the Class of 2020, including promoting 6th and 8th grade students, along with graduating seniors.
There was lots of Good News Around the District from May 18-22!  IUSD celebrated our classified employees, recognized outstanding student and teacher achievements, and was wowed by digital performances, among many other great happenings! 
May 18-22 is Classified School Employee Appreciation Week.  The IUSD Board of Education and Superintendent Terry Walker have recorded a special video message to share the District's deepest appreciation for our classified employees' dedication and professionalism.  

The Irvine Unified School District will celebrate the extraordinary achievements of the Class of 2020 in a variety of ways that also honors their personal sacrifices for the greater public good.

Last week there was a lot of Good News Around the District. Students were honored for their achievements, our schools made videos that really moved us, and teachers, staff and families continued to find ways to connect and engage, while prioritizing mental health, kindness and gratitude.
This edition of Good News Around the District showcases IUSD’s wonderful teachers and staff, Mental Health Awareness Week, amazing moms, student honors, virtual activities and events, video highlights and more!
In addition to sharing happenings from around the District, this edition of IUSD’s Good News Around the District highlights Arts IUSD and our talented students.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8 and recognizes our teachers and certificated staff for their dedication, talent, resiliency, adaptability and compassion.  The USD Board of Education and Superintendent Walker have recorded a special video message to express the District's gratitude.