Isaac School District #5

Tonight’s Governing Board meeting was truly a night to remember, held before a full house of supportive families, friends, and colleagues. The heart of the evening was our special retirement ceremony, where we gathered to honor the incredible staff members who have devoted so many years of their lives to the Isaac School District. Their unwavering dedication and the countless lives they’ve touched have left an indelible mark on our community, and while we will miss their daily presence in our hallways, we are filled with deep gratitude for the legacy of excellence they leave behind.

Alongside these tributes, we were thrilled to welcome several new hires to our district family, including our new principals for Pueblo del Sol and Isaac Middle School. We are so excited for the passion these leaders bring to our scholars and feel incredibly grateful for the full house that showed up to witness this beautiful new chapter.

We were honored to connect with our families at our Title 1 Refugee Family Night. While parents were engaged with informative sessions, students enjoyed educational activities. Refugee households also received essential resources, like food bags and backpacks.

Thank you to everyone who made this special night possible. We are proud to support you on this journey! ❤️

#IsaacSD #CommunityEngagement #RefugeeFamilySupport #Title1

Happy Principal Appreciation Day to all of our incredible leaders across the Isaac School District!

From supporting staff across campuses to being hands-on in the learning of their students day-to-day, our leaders always go above and beyond for their staff, students and community alike. It is honor to showcase them and please show your appreciation in the comments by dropping a "thank you" in the comments to all our incredible leaders!
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¡Feliz Día de Apreciación al Director a todos nuestros increíbles líderes en el Distrito Escolar de Isaac! 🍎✨

Desde brindar apoyo constante al personal en cada plantel hasta estar presentes en el aprendizaje diario de sus estudiantes, nuestros líderes siempre dan el máximo por su equipo, sus alumnos y la comunidad en general. Es un honor destacarlos hoy por su gran labor.

¡Por favor, muestren su agradecimiento dejando un "gracias" en los comentarios para todos nuestros increíbles líderes! ⬇️💙

#IsaacSD #PrincipalAppreciationDay #LeadershipMatters #IsaacFamily #ThankAPrincipal

Congratulations to our incredible staff graduates in the Class of 2026! We were honored to celebrate them today. In partnership with American InterContinental University, we are so proud of your hard work and dedication to our community. Your achievements truly pave the way for future success!
#Isaac #ClassOf2026 #StaffSuccess #AIU #IsaacFamily

Come see our students shine!! 🎨✨ Join us at the ISD Arts Festival for a morning full of creativity and fun featuring a student art showcase, live band performances, fun craft activities, and food for everyone to enjoy. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM hosted at Isaac Middle School

We had an incredible afternoon at the Isaac Annual Health Fair. Staff filled the Isaac Middle School Gym with energy and a shared commitment to wellness. Our theme for the day was taking care of ourselves so we can finish strong this school year.

From health screenings to a 1K walk, it was wonderful to see everyone using the resources available. Our team connected with health providers, learned wellness tips, and enjoyed healthy snacks. Thank you to everyone who joined us and to our partners who made this event a success. We are proud to support a healthy and thriving staff.

What a difference a fresh coat of paint and some incredible community spirit can make! The Heart of Isaac Community Center Casita has been completely transformed thanks to the tireless efforts of our volunteers and partners, but we owe a massive debt of gratitude to Bernardo and Jaime. Without their hard work and expertise, this job would truly still be going on. The Casita finally feels as vibrant as the community it serves. We are so excited to welcome you all back into this refreshed space, so be sure to join us for all our upcoming events at Heart of Isaac to see the stunning results for yourself!
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Qué diferencia pueden marcar una nueva capa de pintura y un increíble espíritu comunitario. La casa de Heart of Isaac ha sido completamente transformada gracias al esfuerzo incansable de nuestros voluntarios y socios, pero tenemos una enorme deuda de gratitud con Bernardo y Jaime, ya que sin su arduo trabajo y dedicación este trabajo realmente todavía continuaría hoy. Su experiencia convirtió nuestra visión en realidad y el edificio finalmente se siente tan vibrante como la comunidad a la que sirve. Estamos muy emocionados de darles la bienvenida a todos a este espacio renovado, así que asegúrense de acompañarnos en todos nuestros próximos eventos en Heart of Isaac para ver los impresionantes resultados por sí mismos.

THE TROPHY IS COMING HOME!
Let’s hear it for our powerhouse Pueblo Del Sol K-8 School and Isaac Middle School boys basketball teams for their incredible performance in the iDAC Tournament! Our IMS squad played with massive heart and stacked up some huge wins, showing everyone exactly what we’re made of. And a massive shout-out to PDS, who fought through the fire to officially become the new iDAC CHAMPIONS! These athletes have left everything on the court, proving that hard work and grit always pay off. Join us in the comments to celebrate their hustle, their talent, and their well-deserved success!

Our hearts are absolutely full after starting the incredible transformation at the Heart of Isaac Community Center this weekend. We want to extend a massive thank you to every community member who picked up a brush and dedicated their time to making this space shine for our families. This project was made possible by the overwhelming generosity of Chasse Building Team, ABM Industries and Progressive Roofing, whose donations of essential materials provided the foundation for this vibrant new look. Seeing neighbors and local partners come together like this proves that the heart of our community is stronger than ever, and we are so grateful to have you all by our side as we create a more welcoming environment for everyone. We are excited everyone the new look once it is complete so please keep a look out for more!
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Nuestros corazones están completamente llenos tras haber iniciado la increíble transformación del Centro Comunitario Heart of Isaac este fin de semana. Queremos expresar un agradecimiento inmenso a cada miembro de la comunidad que tomó una brocha y dedicó su tiempo para hacer que este espacio brille para nuestras familias. Este proyecto fue posible gracias a la abrumadora generosidad de Chasse Building Team, ABM Industries y Progressive Roofing, cuyas donaciones de materiales esenciales proporcionaron la base para esta nueva y vibrante imagen. Ver a los vecinos y socios locales unirse de esta manera demuestra que el corazón de nuestra comunidad es más fuerte que nunca, y estamos muy agradecidos de tenerlos a todos a nuestro lado mientras creamos un ambiente más acogedor para todos. ¡Estamos emocionados de que todos vean el nuevo aspecto una vez que esté terminado, así que por favor estén atentos para ver más!

The Heart of Isaac Community Center hosted another Resource Day and it was a huge success! Families and community members came together for a day filled with health screenings and essential resources all made possible through the collaboration of our incredible community partners and organizations.
Thank you to all of our dedicated Heart of Isaac team members and the amazing parent volunteers who make events like this possible. Your hard work and commitment continue to uplift and strengthen our Isaac community!
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El Centro Comunitario Heart of Isaac llevó a cabo otro Día de Recursos y fue todo un éxito. Las familias y los miembros de la comunidad se reunieron para un día lleno de exámenes de salud y recursos esenciales, todo esto posible gracias a la colaboración de nuestros increíbles socios y organizaciones comunitarias.
Muchísimas gracias a todos nuestros dedicados miembros del equipo de Heart of Isaac y a los maravillosos padres voluntarios que hacen posible eventos como este. Su arduo trabajo y compromiso continúan elevando y fortaleciendo a nuestra comunidad Isaac.

Today, the Heart of Isaac and St. Mary’s Food Bank are continued their dedicated partnership to support local families through the monthly food distribution program. This collaboration aims to ensure that every member of our community has access to nutritious food and essential resources. Thank you to the hardworking staff and selfless volunteers who make these events possible. Their commitment to setting up, organizing, and serving our families ensures that this program runs smoothly and reaches those who need it most. It is through their collective effort and heart for service that we are able to maintain a lifeline for our neighborhood.

Please help us spread the word to your friends and neighbors to ensure no one in our community goes without. The next food distribution event will be held next month with more details to come!
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Heart of Isaac y St. Mary’s Food Bank continuaron su dedicada colaboración para apoyar a las familias locales a través del programa mensual de distribución de alimentos. Esta colaboración tiene como objetivo asegurar que cada miembro de nuestra comunidad tenga acceso a alimentos nutritivos y recursos esenciales. Gracias al personal trabajador y a los voluntarios abnegados que hacen posible estos eventos. Su compromiso con la preparación, organización y atención a nuestras familias garantiza que este programa funcione sin contratiempos y llegue a quienes más lo necesitan. Es a través de su esfuerzo colectivo y su vocación de servicio que logramos mantener este apoyo vital para nuestro vecindario.

Por favor, ayúdenos a correr la voz entre sus amigos y vecinos para asegurar que nadie en nuestra comunidad se quede sin apoyo. ¡El próximo evento de distribución de alimentos se llevará a cabo el próximo mes y pronto compartiremos más detalles!

A message from our Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes Band Director, Austen Muniz
"Our kids crushed it at the ABODA Contest yesterday, and both groups qualified to perform at the State Contest in May. The intermediate band earned a Superior rating, and the Honors Band earned the highest possible Superior with Distinction rating.
Congratulate our kids if you see them. You can't understand how hard they have worked this year.
Thanks to everyone that supports the band at Udall. Special thanks to Mr. Catanese for helping us fund this trip for us. The kids didn't disappoint! "
Please take a moment to congratulate our MKU Band students on their amazing accomplishment and good luck on their upcoming competition.

Future innovators in the making! Our Isaac middle school students recently took an exciting trip to explore the Phoenix Coding Academy!

From cutting-edge software development to hands-on engineering, our students got a firsthand look at the incredible opportunities awaiting them in the world of computer science and beyond. They were blown away by the sophisticated art and technical projects on display, proving that creativity and coding go hand-in-hand.

We love seeing our students envision their futures at an early age. Thank you to the educators and the staff members for nominating these students and for organizing the trip and a huge thank you goes out to the Phoenix Coding Academy for hosting us and inspiring the next generation of creators, thinkers, and problem-solvers!
@phoenixcodingacademy

Happy National School Social Work Week! Today we celebrate the incredible professionals who support our students' mental health, emotional well-being and academic success.

Our school social workers are the vital bridge between home, school and community. Whether providing a listening ear or connecting families to resources, they build the resilience our students need to thrive. Please join us in saying a huge "Thank You" for the heart and expertise they bring to our campuses every day!

A massive congratulations to both the Pueblo Del Sol K-8 School Boys and Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes Girls Basketball teams for digging deep and winning their respective Championship games! Both were well deserved and well fought championships and all the athletes should be proud of themselves.
We also want to extend a huge thank you to our dedicated coaching staff for their tireless leadership and to the families who have been there every step of the way. From the extra time after school to the energy in the stands, this success is a shared victory. To our athletes, coaches and parents, thank you for a season we will never forget. Enjoy the celebration, you’ve earned every bit of it!
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¡Muchísimas felicidades tanto al equipo varonil de la escuela Pueblo Del Sol K-8 como al equipo femenil de Morris K. Udall por esforzarse al máximo y ganar sus respectivos campeonatos de baloncesto! Ambos campeonatos fueron muy bien merecidos y luchados, y todos los atletas deben sentirse muy orgullosos de sí mismos.
También queremos extender un enorme agradecimiento a nuestro dedicado personal de entrenadores por su incansable liderazgo y a las familias que han estado presentes en cada paso del camino. Desde el tiempo extra después de clases hasta la energía en las gradas, este éxito es una victoria compartida. A nuestros atletas, entrenadores y padres de familia: gracias por una temporada que nunca olvidaremos. ¡Disfruten la celebración, se han ganado cada momento de ella!

The Parent Advisory Council recently met to review strategic goals and strengthen the partnership between our schools and families. Members utilized their leadership roles to identify essential academic workshops, improve information distribution, and evaluate which engagement strategies proved most meaningful. By addressing specific barriers to involvement and suggesting institutional changes, the PAC provided the necessary insights to better support our community’s needs.

Thank you to all the families that have been involved in providing us with great insight and the privilege to better ourselves as a district.
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El Consejo Consultivo de Padres se reunió recientemente para revisar las metas estratégicas y fortalecer la asociación entre nuestras escuelas y las familias. Los miembros utilizaron sus roles de liderazgo para identificar talleres académicos esenciales, mejorar la distribución de información y evaluar qué estrategias de participación resultaron más significativas. Al abordar las barreras específicas para la participación y sugerir cambios institucionales, el consejo proporcionó los conocimientos necesarios para apoyar mejor las necesidades de nuestra comunidad.

Gracias a todas las familias que han participado brindándonos una gran perspectiva y el privilegio de mejorar como distrito.

Student Spotlight at the Governing Board Meeting!
Today, students from Esperanza Elementary School amazed us all as they showcased their incredible talents and presented their beautiful artwork to our Governing Board members. We’re so proud of their creativity, confidence and hard work!
We thank the dedicated Esperanza team and families who nurture and inspire these young artists every day.
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¡Estudiantes Celebrados en la Reunión de la Junta Directiva!
Hoy, los estudiantes de la Escuela Primaria Esperanza nos sorprendieron al mostrar su increíble talento y presentar sus hermosas obras de arte a los miembros de la Junta Directiva. ¡Estamos muy orgullosos de su creatividad, confianza y esfuerzo!
Agradecemos al dedicado equipo y a las familias de Esperanza que apoyan e inspiran a estos jóvenes artistas cada día.

As Parent-Teacher Conferences kicked off yesterday, we wanted to share some of the fun being had at these conferences. Students dazzled with live performances, and the Food Science Showcase highlighted an incredible school program Isaac Middle School offers. Plus community vendors came to offer additional resources and opportunities available to our families. Teachers loved sharing the outstanding work your children are doing. Thank you to all families who joined and to all the families that we will continue to host across Isaac School District.
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Ayer, al comenzar las Conferencias de Padres y Maestros, queríamos compartir lo divertido que fue. Los estudiantes deslumbraron con presentaciones, y la Exhibición de Ciencia de los Alimentos destacó un increíble programa escolar que ofrece la Escuela Secundaria Isaac. Además, los vendedores de la comunidad vinieron a ofrecer recursos y oportunidades adicionales para nuestras familias. A los maestros les encantó compartir el excelente trabajo que están haciendo sus hijos. Gracias a todas las familias que participaron y a todas las familias que seguiremos recibiendo en el Distrito Escolar Isaac.

Isaac Middle School invited over 300 future 6th graders to campus for an exciting preview of what IMS has to offer. Students had the opportunity to explore programs, meet staff and experience the vibrant school culture firsthand, highlighted by an impressive performance from the award-winning band, cheer team and dance team. This event serves as a meaningful initiative to strengthen the connection between our schools and supporting a smooth transition into middle school.

Phoenix Fire Department, Phoenix Children's & City of Phoenix Street Transportation Department visited Joseph Zito Elementary School and surprised their third graders with an educational Bike Rodeo. Students received helmet fittings and safety tips to help them ride more confidently and safely around their neighborhoods. They also took home their very own helmets to make sure our students can ride around safely! Thank you to all that came out and made our students day a little more special.