Isaac School District #5

Today, we celebrate School Lunch Hero Day to express our gratitude to the ISD Cafeteria Staff for providing free and nutritious breakfast and lunch to all our students every day. Join us in thanking them for their continuous commitment. Pictured are just a few of our very own school lunch heroes.

Tonight’s Governing Board Meeting was held at Isaac Middle School, where Principal Mr. Kevin Sotomayor and Assistant Principals, Dr. Alicia Clynick and Ms. Erica Scrivner showcased initiatives, school wide goals, and achievements. Staff was recognized for their school values consisting of unity, loyalty, integrity, dedication, and perseverance, showcasing the IMS school motto, “victory together.” The audience also enjoyed performances by the Cougar Band and Cougar Dance Team. We thank our Isaac Community for joining us this evening.

Isaac School District Governing Board Meeting www.isaacschools.org/boardmeeting ______ Reunion de la Mesa Directiva del Distrito Escolar Isaac www.isaacschools.org/boardmeeting

We would like to take a moment to honor and appreciate the unwavering dedication, and continuous commitment of our ISD Principals. Their exceptional leadership helps guide academic success every day. Join us in expressing gratitude for their invaluable contributions as we celebrate School Principals' Day.

Behind every smoothly running school and department, there is an incredible office staff. On National Administrative Professionals Day, we want to express our gratitude to the office staff who keep the daily operations for our schools and departments running smoothly and efficiently every day. #AdminProfessionalsDay

Today we celebrated School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. We extend our gratitude to our exceptional Transportation Department, composed of bus drivers, bus assistants, fleet advisors, and transportation office staff. Our school bus drivers and transportation team play a vital role in our daily school operations. We sincerely thank our remarkable Transportation Department for their unwavering support and commitment to safely transporting our students to and from school every day. We would also like to show our appreciation to the Maintenance and Operations Department for their devotion to maintaining clean and safe learning facilities and campuses. The department includes skilled maintenance workers, grounds crew, technicians, and office staff that are essential contributors to the work we provide not only for our students but our ISD community.

We are proud of our ISD scholars for their achievements, not only in the classroom but also within the community. This morning, one of our Middle School Sustainability Officers, Aislynn L. from Morris K. Udall Middle School led the Pledge of Allegiance at Mayor Kate Gallego's State of The City Address. We look forward to showcasing the incredible successes our ISD scholars continue to accomplish.

On School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, we extend our gratitude and support to our bus drivers, acknowledging their vital role in caring for our precious cargo. Their dedication to ensuring student safety on every ride is invaluable.

Our leaders engaged in continuous learning and steadfastly applying our collective commitments to their strategies. Each step they take is a stride towards excellence, aligning our goals with our core values. This dedicated effort is driving positive implications for student academic growth, fostering an environment where every student thrives.

Enroll your child for the 2024-2025 school year! We invite you to the upcoming kindergarten registration events at our school sites where students are able to meet their future teachers, see their classrooms, and families are able to receive more information. Please visit your nearest school office or visit www.isaacschools.org/enroll

Join us in celebrating Earth Day as we strive to maintain our beautiful planet by recycling, promoting sustainable solutions, and spreading awareness. As we step in the right direction, here at Isaac, with the support from various organizations and volunteers, we have planted over 100 trees across our schools and will continue to take action for a healthier and brighter future for our community.

Today marked the 3rd Annual ISD Solo Festival. Over 200 of our middle school band students performed solos for music teachers from across the Phoenix area. Students received instant feedback on their performance, which will help them improve their band skills. We would like to extend a special thank you to our band directors, Mr. Salvador Rodriguez from Isaac Middle School and Mr. Austen Muniz from Morris K. Udall, for organizing this wonderful event for our Isaac Scholars.

As we closed our last Parent Advisory Council meeting of the year, it was a time of reflection, discussion, and looking ahead. A huge thank you to all our dedicated parents and administrators who have worked tirelessly to make this year successful. Your commitment fuels our continuous journey towards even greater achievements. Here’s to celebrating our collective efforts and more exciting plans for the future!

Congratulations to Esperanza Elementary and Morris K. Udall students for their recognition and accomplishments for completing 50 or more i-Ready lessons. i-Ready is an online program for reading and mathematics that helps students personalize their learning while monitoring progress throughout the school year. Well done students and staff at both sites for keeping a focus on learning both at school and at home.

Enroll your child for the 2024-2025 school year! Please visit your nearest school office for upcoming kindergarten registration session dates and times. For more information on how to enroll your child: www.isaacschools.org/enroll

Isaac Families, Carl Hayden High School invites you to their parent information night to learn more about their prestigious Dual Language Program (DLP). Come out and learn how to register and the benefits of the DLP program while enjoying refreshments and entertainment. Carl Hayden High School 3333 W. Roosevelt St. Phoenix, AZ 85009 April 25, 2024 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm _____________ Familias de Isaac, Carl Hayden High School lo invita a su noche de información para padres para aprender más sobre su prestigioso Programa de Lenguaje Dual (DLP). Ven y aprende cómo registrarte y los beneficios del programa DLP mientras disfrutas de refrigerios y entretenimiento. Carl Hayden High School 3333 W. Roosevelt St. Phoenix, AZ 85009 25 de abril 2024 de 5:00 – 7:00 pm

Thank you to our ISD community for joining us during tonight’s Governing Board meeting. We would like to extend our gratitude to our gracious host, Pueblo del Sol K-8 School and Principal Griselda Cohen for a celebratory evening. The meeting consisted of student growth, school-wide goals, family engagement opportunities, and staff celebrations. A special performance by student folklorico dancers also had the crowd excited. Thank you to all who joined us today, we hope to see you at our next one!

Isaac School District Governing Board Meeting www.isaacschools.org/boardmeeting ______ Reunion de la Mesa Directiva del Distrito Escolar Isaac www.isaacschools.org/boardmeeting

Enroll your child for the 2024-2025 school year! We invite you to the upcoming kindergarten registration events at our school sites where students are able to meet their future teachers, see their classrooms, and families are able to receive more information. Please call your nearest school site for upcoming kinder registration sessions. www.isaacschools.org/enroll

Enroll your child for the 2024-2025 school year! Please visit your nearest school office or visit www.isaacschools.org/enroll for more information. _______ ¡Inscriba a su hijo para el año escolar 2024-2025! Visite la oficina de su escuela más cercana o visite www.isaacschools.org/enroll para obtener más información.