Isaac School District #5

We’re halfway through the first week—and the joy of being back together is shining through in every classroom! From learning classroom procedures to jumping into new lessons, it’s been a warm and wonderful welcome back. 💙📚 #IsaacPride

✨ We’re ready and so excited to kick off a brand new school year! Monday, August 4th is the first day of school — we can’t wait to welcome our amazing students back! 💼✏️

Today, our district came together in full spirit to kick off the 2025–2026 school year at our annual Back to School Rally! 💙✨ Each school brought energy, joy, and pride — and we were reminded of the lasting impact we make as educators.

One of the most powerful moments came when Amber Yu, a proud alumna of Mitchell Elementary and Isaac Middle School, spoke to our district. Her kindergarten teacher, Ms. Moore, is still serving in our district — and her former 3rd grade teacher, now Principal Mr. Jimenez, stood right beside her. A true full-circle moment! 🌟

We were also inspired by our current student, Gael Rodriguez, who shared a simple but powerful reminder with our staff: “Never give up on your students, no matter how hard it is.” 💬❤️

What a beautiful way to begin the school year — rooted in purpose, passion, and connection. Here's to an amazing 2025-2026 school year!

This week, our Kinder Jumpstart Program kicked off with an Open House welcoming our newest students and their families. Over the next two weeks, our incoming kindergarteners will explore classroom routines, engage in fun, hands-on learning, and build confidence as they prepare for the first day of school. We’re excited to support a strong and joyful start to their educational journey!
#IsaacPride

We had an incredible time at the Back-to-School Health Fair at Isaac Middle School! Over 1,000 children received free backpacks with school supplies, and families benefited from free services like immunizations, dental screenings, haircuts, and more. With music, raffles, and fun activities, it was a joyful day of support and celebration for our community. A huge thank you to Healthcare Molina for partnering with us and providing such vital support—this event truly wouldn’t have been possible without them. We’re also deeply grateful to all the volunteers who gave their time and energy, and to the amazing vendors and service providers who came out to offer free resources to our families. Thank you to everyone who made this event a success! 🙌 #BackToSchool #IsaacPride #CommunityHealth #FreeBackpacks #MolinaHealthcare

🌞📚 Week 2 of Summer School is in full swing across our district! From June 2–18, our students are learning, exploring, and trying new activities every day — from science lessons to fun hands-on experiences, including meeting some scaly friends 🐍. Here’s to more exciting opportunities for learning and discovery ahead! 🌞📚 ¡La segunda semana de la escuela de verano está ocurriendo en todo nuestro distrito! Del 2 al 18 de junio, nuestros estudiantes están aprendiendo, explorando y probando nuevas actividades todos los días — desde lecciones de ciencias hasta divertidas experiencias prácticas, ¡incluyendo el encuentro con algunos amiguitos reptiles! 🐍 ¡Brindamos por más oportunidades emocionantes de aprendizaje y descubrimiento por delante!

Isaac Families, we invite you to provide feedback on the proposed academic calendars for the 2025-2026 school year. Your input is highly valued and will assist in the decision-making process. Please be assured that the survey is completely anonymous. For more information and to participate in the survey, please visit: www.isaacschools.org/survey __________ Familias de Isaac, los invitamos a brindar su opinión sobre los calendarios académicos propuestos para el año escolar 2025-2026. Su opinión es muy valorada y ayudará en el proceso de toma de decisiones. Tenga la seguridad de que la encuesta es completamente anónima. Para obtener más información y participar en la encuesta, visite: www.isaacschools.org/survey

ISD is proud to celebrate public schools—the heartbeat of our communities! 💙📚 They create equitable opportunities, empower students to thrive, and inspire growth every day. Join us for a week of learning, inspiration, and community pride! #PSW25 #PublicSchoolProud

At Isaac, the safety and well-being of our students and staff remains our highest priority. This month, our Isaac students participated in bus evacuation drills and learned about the importance of bus safety. 🚌 These safety drills allowed both students and staff to practice vital bus safety procedures. Thank you to our bus drivers, support staff, and teachers for taking part and supporting the safety and well-being of our students.

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

The Heart of Isaac Community Center hosted a successful community resource day, bringing essential support and resources to our local families and community members. Community members had access to health screenings, and a range of helpful services, all thanks to the collaboration of dedicated community partners and organizations. Special recognition goes to the amazing HOI team, parent educators, and parent volunteers for their hard work in making these events possible for our community.

Yesterday, our interim superintendent, Dr. Lily Mesa-Lema, engaged with families during our Parent Advisory Council (PAC) meeting. The room was filled with positivity and determination as they discussed moving forward with commitment and hope. #IsaacPride

Our second cohort of middle school scholars, members of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC), gathered for their first meeting of the new year. Under the guidance of the dedicated and esteemed Ms. Kimberlee Preston, Social Studies Strategist, the team is committed to amplifying student voices throughout the district while nurturing leadership skills and civic engagement for a brighter future. A sincere thank you to Ms. Preston for her ongoing leadership and to our students for their dedication to creating positive learning environments for themselves and their fellow peers.

We commemorate Presidents' Day, recognizing the leaders of our nation, past and present. In observance, there will be no classes February 17, 2025. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

ISD Families, please read the following letter for the latest update on the Isaac Learning Club 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM: www.isaacschools.org/ILC _____ Familias de ISD, lean la siguiente carta para conocer la última actualización sobre el Isaac Learning Club de 6:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.: www.isaacschools.org/ILC

Let’s celebrate Black voices, stories, and contributions—not just in February, but every day. We are honored to be part of a community that uplifts and values Black history. #BlackHistoryMatters

National School Counseling Week 2025 (#NSCW25) is Feb. 3-7, 2025. This week, we focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems. The theme is: School Counseling: Helping Students Thrive. National School Counseling Week, presented by ASCA, highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career.

Congratulations to Tara Lewis, Kindergarten teacher at Moya Elementary, for achieving her National Board Certification! This incredible accomplishment is a testament to her dedication and excellence in education. We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to all of our incredibly dedicated staff for their hard work and commitment. Their unwavering support for our students makes a lasting impact every day. Thank you for all that you do. 💙

Isaac Families, just a reminder that Parent Teacher Conferences are this week from February 5-7th. Students will have half day dismissal during these days. Our teachers look forward to discussing with you your child's accomplishments and academic goals. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher. __________ Familias de Isaac, solo un recordatorio de que las conferencias de padres y maestros son esta semana del 5 al 7 de febrero. Los estudiantes tendrán salida de medio día durante estos días. Nuestros maestros esperan con ansias de hablar con ustedes sobre los logros y metas académicas de su hijo/hija. Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor comuníquese con el maestro/maestra de su hijo/hija.

Isaac School District Special Governing Board Meeting Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at the Isaac School District Office at 6:00 PM 3348 W McDowell Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85009 www.isaacschools.org/boardmeeting ______ Reunion de la Mesa Directiva del Distrito Escolar Isaac Miércoles 29 de enero de 2025 en la Oficina del Distrito Escolar de Isaac a las 6:00 PM 3348 W. McDowell Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85009 www.isaacschools.org/boardmeeting