IUSD has been busy developing a transitional kindergarten program for kids impacted by California’s decision to shift the cut-off age for kindergarten enrollment.

A negotiations stalemate between Durham School Services and its association of bus drivers has been resolved, ending the threat of a work stoppage.

A South Lake Middle School student has won first place in the art category of the 13th annual Holocaust Art and Writing Contest.

The Irvine City Council recently approved a general plan amendment and zone change for the former Vista Verde School site, paving the way for its sale to William Lyon Homes.

IUSD has been told that contract negotiations are ongoing between Durham School Services and its association of bus drivers, and at this time the district is not anticipating any service disruptions.

With IUSD projecting a shortfall of about $5.3 million for the next fiscal year, the Board of Education voted this week to certify the district’s latest financial report as “qualified,” meaning adjustments will be necessary to present a balanced budget in June.

We met up with Kevin Chung mid-lesson at Bonita Canyon Elementary School, and he politely offered to shake our hand another time -- when it wasn’t covered with a goopy blend of water and cornstarch.

The Orange County Register has a posted a nice feature on its website about Woodbury Elementary School teacher Jennifer Lambert.