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The Isaac School District is proud to celebrate the groundbreaking of Wild Rose Flats, a new affordable housing community, that will bring stability and opportunity to families in our district. In partnership with the City of Phoenix and Phoenix IDA.

This project was made possible thanks to the generous donation of land by the Kazan family in 1997. Their legacy will now provide stable housing for families in our district and strengthen our community ties.

Parent Teacher Conferences are from October 1-3. There will be half-day dismals during these dates. Please reach out to your child's school for additional information regarding your conference.
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Las conferencias de padres y maestros son del 1-3 de octubre. En estas fechas su estudiante va tener salida de medio día. Por favor comuníquese con la escuela de su hijo/a para obtener información adicional sobre su conferencia.

This past Tuesday, September 16, we hosted Isaac Family Connect Night at Isaac Middle School!
It was a wonderful evening where families came together to learn more about our district initiatives and our Strategic Plan. Parents and guardians had the chance to meet with district and school leaders, ask questions, and engage in thoughtful conversations about the future of our students.

We were thrilled with the great turnout, and thanks to donated giveaways, some families even went home with special prizes!

Thank you to everyone who joined us, your partnership and input help us continue building strong schools and an even stronger community.

On the weekend of September 6th, 76 Isaac School District families came together at the beautiful ASU West Campus for our 14th Parent University!

With the theme “Growing Minds and Strong Hearts,” families explored higher education opportunities, gained important insights on mental health, and connected with incredible partners dedicated to supporting student success.
A huge THANK YOU to our families who joined us for this special day of learning, growth, and community!

We are also deeply grateful to our event partners—ASU Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions, Access ASU, WeGrad, NotMyKid, and New Pathway for Youth. These amazing organizations not only led powerful sessions, but also dedicated their time and energy to ensuring Parent University was a success.

Together, we are building bright futures and stronger hearts for our students!

✨ Isaac Family Connect Night ✨
Isaac Community, we invite you to join us on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM for an evening of connection and learning! Hear about district initiatives, our Strategic Plan, meet leaders, and discover resources to support our students and families. Light refreshments will be provided, we look forward to seeing you there!

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.