Governor Newsom announced a phased approach for requiring  all California K-12 students to get vaccinated against COVID-19 that begins when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued full vaccine approval for younger age groups. Read this article for more information.
Two IUSD students were recently named some of the most promising middle school STEM students in the country.  Sebastian Rae Alexis from Sierra Vista Middle School and Hailey Miya Van from Jeffrey Trail Middle School have been recognized as two of the top 30 finalists to compete in Broadcom MASTERS.
Free COVID-19 test kits are now available for IUSD students and staff as part of our commitment to provide easy access to testing in support of the health and safety of our school communities.  Saliva or nasal test kits will be available at your student's school during regular school hours.
The Irvine Police Department, in partnership with IUSD and the PTA, has created a traffic safety video with important tips for pedestrians, bicyclists and drivers in and around school zones, driveways and crosswalks. When it comes to the safety of our students on the roadways, we're in this together!  
IUSD's Ask-A-Scientist/Engineer Night is on Wednesday, September 29  from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Creekside Education Center (3387 Barranca, Irvine).  This free annual event will assist students in grades 6 through 12, who are working on science fair projects. 
Now that the 2021-22 school year is underway, IUSD would like to take a moment to thank our students, staff and the entire IUSD community for working together to ensure such a positive and successful opening. Please read the District's community message for important COVID-19 updates and resources.
IUSD broke ground on Solis Park, the District’s soon-to-be fifth K-8 school on September 1, 2021.  This state-of-the-art education facility is expected to open August 2022 and will serve the Great Park Neighborhoods. 
USD students returned to school today and we are so happy to have them back!  Check out our photo gallery highlighting some of the many wonderful moments we shared as the #iusdCommunity today.
Superintendent Walker's message to the IUSD community provides important updates and information about the 2021-22 school year, including IUSD's Safety and Planning Guide, Social Emotional Learning, how to stay connected to IUSD, and more.
Please take a moment to review this article that includes mental health and wellness resources, services and contacts provided by IUSD’s Prevention and Intervention team.