Contact Us
Dr. Lily Mesa-Lema
Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction
Destini Pacheco
Administrative Assistant
dpacheco@isaacschools.org
Dr. Denis Lawton
Director of Assessment and Accountability
dlawton@isaacschools.org
Curriculum & Instruction
Welcome to the Department of Curriculum and Instruction! Our department is home to hundreds of certified educators who deliver a curriculum that is guaranteed and viable to all students through culturally responsive and highly effective instruction. Our key points of pride include:
Research-based, top tier nationally vetted curriculum for English language arts, science, mathematics, social studies, technology, fine arts, music, band, and physical education
No cost extended learning opportunity offered to all students daily from 6 am to 6 pm with an instructional focus on STEM - science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
Rigorous and relevant curriculum with new adoptions this school year in English language arts, science, social studies, technology, fine arts, music, band, and physical education
Highly qualified teachers, trained in cultural responsiveness, for all classes
State-certified reading specialists at each elementary school to support Isaac students in exceeding Arizona’s Move on When Reading (MOWR) requirement
Certified tutors at schools daily for individualized student support in reading and mathematics
Guaranteed two digital devices (Chromebooks) for every student for use at home and school
No cost classes available to community members in learning English, parenting, fitness, and well being
The Curriculum and Instruction Department also includes the following programs:
Isaac Learning Club (6 am to 6 pm)