October is Principal Appreciation Month. We are thankful to have such dedicated and committed leaders that not only support their students and staff, but their school communities. Thank you for all you do for our Isaac Community.
Hello Isaac Families,
Reminder that Parent Teacher Conferences are this week. Students will have half day dismissal from October 4-6, 2023. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher.
Students from Morris K. Udall and Isaac Middle School were accepted into the ASU Middle School Honors Band ensemble. Students had the opportunity to rehearse with music directors and perform on the ASU Gammage stage. We are proud of our Isaac Scholars for their accomplishments!
Today and always we are grateful for our custodians and maintenance department for their commitment and support they provide to our schools. Thank you for providing a clean and safe environment that enhances our students' and staff well-being.
During Hispanic Heritage Month, it is important for us to highlight the life and work of Jaime Escalante, an accomplished educator who had a profound impact on the field of education. Originally from Bolivia, Escalante was a mathematics teacher at Garfield High School in East Los Angeles. Here is where he transformed the lives of students, many of whom came from underprivileged backgrounds and faced significant educational challenges. Despite these challenges, he was able to help them to achieve remarkable success. However, his achievements were frequently met with skepticism. Nevertheless, his remarkable story went on to inspire the 1988 film, ‘Stand and Deliver’.
Hello Isaac Families,
Parent Teacher Conferences are approaching next week. Students will have half day dismissal during these days October 4-6, 2023. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher.
Today we reflect on the contributions of Isabel Allende, award-winning Chilean writer. Her work began in 1982 as she wrote novels and a collection of stories. Allende explored the ideas of magic realism, fantasies, as well as non-fiction work. She is considered as one of the first internationally successful female Latin American authors as her books have been translated in 30 languages across the globe.
#HispanicHeritageMonth
In partnership with PARA NIÑOS and Educational Achievement Services Inc, we invite you to six days of engaging virtual workshops. The workshops will help you and your family learn how to communicate better with your children, school, and community. For more information, please contact your school parent educator.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3rSEJiu
Tonight’s Governing Board Meeting was held at J.B. Sutton Elementary School. We express our gratitude to Principal Mr. Benito Jimenez for hosting and showcasing the remarkable achievements of his staff, students, and school community. The meeting commenced with school wide goals, special recognition of dedicated staff, and followed by musical performance led by the music instructor, Mr. Ben Paley. Thank you to our staff for their dedication to our Isaac Schools and thank you to our Isaac Community for joining us.
In observance of Hispanic Heritage Month, we would like to highlight the exceptional contributions of journalist Jorge Ramos. Ramos is a distinguished Hispanic news personality in the United States and his reporting has shed light on important issues bridging cultures and voices. Ramos' representation and contributions to the art of journalism are truly invaluable.
Yesterday evening we held our first Parent Advisory Council (PAC) meeting for the school year. The Parent Advisory Council (PAC) exists to review, discuss, and communicate strategic plans, goals, and strategies. The focus of this meeting was to discuss and share the learning opportunities beyond the classroom. We appreciate the ongoing commitment of our PAC members.
The Arizona Cardinals visited Moya Elementary School to read books with students to promote the importance of reading. The Arizona Cardinals, SRP, and Albertsons-Safeway have been partnering for 20 years to offer the “Milk & Cookies” Reading Program. Two Arizona Cardinals Cheerleaders and Arizona Cardinals player, Daniel Arias read several books and provided 2 Q&A sessions. Students also received an autographed backpack with some goodies. Thank you to our community partners for providing our students a memory that will last a lifetime.
At Isaac, we recognize and celebrate the incredible efforts of our Tech Department in driving innovation and progress within our educational community. Their dedication and hard work form the foundation of our technological advancements, ensuring a seamless learning experience for our students and staff. To express our gratitude, the Tech Department was treated to a special luncheon.
As we celebrate National Information Technology (IT) Day, we want to thank our Technology Department for their dedication and continued support to our students, staff, and families. We honor their work and the important role technology plays in our schools.
#NationalITProfessionalsDay
As we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, today we reflect on Elena Ochoa as the first female Hispanic astronaut. Her groundbreaking achievements and dedication to pushing the boundaries of human exploration beyond our planet is what set her apart from others. Her remarkable journey serves as an inspiration to all and reminds us of the incredible contributions Hispanics have made to the world of space exploration. #HispanicHeritageMonth
Pueblo Del Sol hosted their first AZELLA Award Ceremony to celebrate their students who passed the Arizona English Language Learner Assessment (AZELLA). This standards-based assessment measures students’ English language proficiency in areas of speaking, reading, writing, and listening. Present and former PDS staff, administration and families joined together to celebrate their accomplishments.
Yesterday, our Superintendent's Student Advisory Council held their second meeting of the school year. During the meeting, the students collaborated to identify the qualities of a great leader. They also discussed the renaming of the Lela Alston building, located on 39th Avenue and Osborn, which houses the Isaac Preschool. Get ready for exciting things ahead as we work towards creating a brighter future!
Today marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated across the country from September 15th to October 15th. This occasion pays tribute to the rich cultures and valuable contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans, recognizing the diverse heritage originating from Latin American countries.
Bus evacuation drills continue this week as our students and staff practice bus safety. Thank you to our bus drivers for taking time to demonstrate important bus equipment in case of emergencies.
