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. 

This free annual event will assist students in grades 6 through 12, who are working on science fair projects.  Students will have an opportunity to talk with local scientists and engineers, along with IUSD science teachers.

IUSD is excited the 2022-23 school year is underway for both our year round and traditional schools. We appreciate your partnership and support and look forward to making this a year filled with success, confidence and connectedness for our students. 

This article provides important reminders about traffic safety, COVID-19 protocols, staying connected to IUSD, Parent Portal, school safety, mental health and wellness resources, language support services, Community Liaisons, Irvine Parent Education Program, the Parent Center and free student meals.

August 9 is National Book Lover Day, which is a wonderful opportunity to share a love of reading with your kids.  Check out this article for information about how families can support literacy and reading at home.

August is National Wellness Month, which focuses on self-care, managing stress and promoting healthy routines. This is a great reminder for students, staff and families to create healthy habits, especially during the school year, when schedules are often busy and there are several competing priorities. 

University High School student Nathan Ouyang was one of four students from across the nation to represent the United States in the International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO).  Nathan placed sixth overall, earning a gold medal for his team.

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.