ISSAC Charter Newsletter

Week 38 - June 5, 2026


If you have already ordered a class picture, please pick it up at the office. 


Congratulations Graduates


Congratulations All



  • Meet and Greet Your New Teachers - August 14th


  • First Day of School for 2026-2027- August 17th



Registration for the 2026–2027 school year . Please share this link with anyone who is interested in enrolling at ISSAC:

https://issaccm.plsis.com/mod.php/public/registration/enrollment_interest.php


Announcement

Exciting News: ISSAC is Growing!

As part of our efforts to accommodate the influx of new students, we are delighted to announce an important new chapter in the growth of ISSAC—the opening of a second campus, starting this coming school year 2026-27! To best serve our students, we are expanding to a new, additional campus in Costa Mesa. 

Baker Campus: 1701 Baker Avenue, Costa Mesa CA 92626

Grades 3 through 8

Our new Baker campus will become home to our elementary and middle school students in Grades 3–8. This campus will provide the space and opportunities to support the growing needs of our older students as they engage in increasingly advanced academic, leadership, and enrichment experiences.

Harper Campus: 1770 Tustin Avenue, Costa Mesa CA 92627

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) through Grade 2

Our original Harper campus will continue to serve our youngest learners from TK through 2nd grade and will provide a nurturing environment where children can build strong foundations in academics, independence, creativity, and character.

Please reach out to Miss Padmini with any questions or to discuss the specific plan for your student or students. We will provide support for families with kids in both campuses.



Growing United

While we are adding a second campus to provide appropriate learning environments for our students, ISSAC will continue to function as one united school community. Throughout the year, both campuses will gather for beloved ISSAC traditions such as Undoukai (Japanese Sports Festival), Hispanic Heritage celebrations (and other cultural showcases), as well as other community events. These occasions not only honor the rich diversity of our school but also allow younger and older students to build relationships, serve as role models for one another, and share in the joy of being part of the ISSAC family. 

Visit and Volunteer Days!

We look forward to welcoming our current and future ISSAC families to this exciting new chapter. Thank you for being the most important part of ISSAC's History! We will invite you to visit and volunteer at our Open Campus Days which will be scheduled toward the end of July and beginning of August. 

¡Noticias Emocionantes: ISSAC Está Creciendo!

Como parte de nuestros esfuerzos para atender la llegada de nuevos estudiantes, nos complace anunciar un importante nuevo capítulo en el crecimiento de ISSAC: ¡la apertura de un segundo campus a partir del próximo año escolar 2026-2027! Para servir mejor a nuestros estudiantes, nos estamos expandiendo a un nuevo campus adicional en Costa Mesa.

Campus Baker: 1701 Baker Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Grados 3.º a 8.º

Nuestro nuevo Campus Baker será el hogar de nuestros estudiantes de primaria superior y secundaria, desde 3.º hasta 8.º grado. Este campus proporcionará el espacio y las oportunidades necesarias para apoyar las crecientes necesidades de nuestros estudiantes mayores mientras participan en experiencias académicas, de liderazgo y enriquecimiento cada vez más avanzadas.

Campus Harper: 1770 Tustin Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) a 2.º grado

Nuestro campus original de Harper continuará sirviendo a nuestros estudiantes más pequeños, desde TK hasta 2.º grado, y ofrecerá un ambiente acogedor donde los niños podrán desarrollar bases sólidas en lo académico, la independencia, la creatividad y el carácter. Por favor, comuníquese con la Dra. Padmini si tiene alguna pregunta o desea conversar sobre el plan específico para su estudiante o estudiantes.

Creciendo Unidos

Aunque estamos agregando un segundo campus para proporcionar entornos de aprendizaje apropiados para nuestros estudiantes, ISSAC continuará funcionando como una sola comunidad escolar unida. A lo largo del año, ambos campus se reunirán para las queridas tradiciones de ISSAC, como el Undoukai (Festival Deportivo Japonés), las celebraciones del Mes de la Herencia Hispana (y otras exhibiciones culturales), así como otros eventos comunitarios. Estas ocasiones no solo honran la rica diversidad de nuestra escuela, sino que también permiten que los estudiantes más pequeños y los mayores construyan relaciones, sirvan como modelos a seguir unos para otros y compartan la alegría de formar parte de la familia ISSAC.

¡Días de Visita y Voluntariado!

Esperamos dar la bienvenida a nuestras familias actuales y futuras de ISSAC en este emocionante nuevo capítulo. ¡Gracias por ser la parte más importante de la historia de ISSAC! Los invitaremos a visitar y participar como voluntarios durante nuestros Días de Campus Abierto, los cuales se programarán para finales de julio y principios de agosto.



Snapshot of Success: Highlights from Our 38th Week!

These Songs were played during the Graduation Ceremony:


The Time - Lyrics & Music by Sierra Breslow-Zakasky, Recorded by Mr. Anthony


Goodbye ISSAC - Lyrics & Music by Mr. Anthony Murayama, Performed by Leena Lee

Family Engagement Survey

(Spring 2026)

Please fill out this form

Hello ISSAC Families,


We appreciate your time and support in ensuring the continuous development of ISSAC.


ISSAC invites your participation and contribution to complete this anonymous survey focused on the organization’s culture and students and parents' experiences. The purpose of this survey is to gather feedback to measure and ultimately improve students' experiences, engagement and satisfaction. We appreciate your honest input and opinion.


The Engagement Survey takes 5-10 minutes to complete. Please complete one survey per household and respond by May 31st. We can offer a Class Dojo Points for each child whose parent(s) submit a survey response.


The results of this anonymous survey will be shared with the ISSAC board of directors.


If you have any question, please contact board@issaccharter.org


Thank you for your participation!


Hola familias de ISSAC,


Agradecemos su tiempo y apoyo para asegurar el desarrollo continuo de ISSAC.


ISSAC le invita su participación y contribución para completar esta encuesta anónima enfocada en la cultura de la organización y las experiencias de los estudiantes y padres. El propósito de esta encuesta es recopilar comentarios para medir y, en última instancia, mejorar las experiencias, el compromiso y la satisfacción de los estudiantes. Agradecemos su aporte y opiniones honestas.


La Encuesta tarda de 5 a 10 minutos en completarse. Complete una encuesta por hogar y responda antes del 31 de Mayo. Nosotros ofreceremos un Class Dojo puntos cuando sus padres envíen una respuesta a la encuesta.


Los resultados se compartirán con la junta directiva de ISSAC.


Si tiene alguna pregunta, contacte board@issaccharter.org.


¡Gracias por su participación!


Newport Mesa Soccer Classic (Pilot Cup)


The ISSAC team achieved four straight victories in the Pilot Cup and advanced to the semifinals, where they were ultimately defeated in a closely contested match that included a controversial refereeing decision.


Ms. Padmini's Message to the ISSAC Soccer Team:


My dear ISSAC Lions,


I know many of you are disappointed about what happened at the soccer tournament. Our ISSAC Lions worked hard, competed with skill and sportsmanship, and came within reach of playing in the championship game.


Sometimes in life, things happen that do not seem fair. Sometimes a decision is made that we disagree with. Sometimes we don’t get to exercise our efforts, our abilities, or our potential. If this happens, we can be bitter, angry, and discouraged. Or we can be strong. We can be excellent.


Read more


World Cup 2026 Song

Weekly Interview

Atlas, Seastar

Atlas, The Rising Star        

                

Age: 7

Birthday:  Jan 22

Class: Seastars

Grade: First about to turn Second!


Ms. Shainna: What are your summer plans?

Atlas: To have a playdate with friend, Rubi.

Ms. Shainna: What do you like about your teacher?

Atlas: Ms. Norely is funny. 

Ms. Shainna: What do you like to play with your friends at recess?

Atlas: I play a lot of things, like soccer and goalie. 

Ms. Shainna: Who is your favorite soccer player?

Atlas: Renardo

Ms. Shainna: What do you want to be when you grow up?

Atlas: A Firefighter 


Otters Class: How was your year? 

Atlas: Its’ s been good. I feel great about graduation. 

Otters Class: What are your goals for next year?

Atlas: To be a good student.

Otters Class: What is your favorite ISSAC memory?

Atlas: My performances.


“Atlas is the sweetest, most loving little boy and brings so much joy to everyone around him. He has a big heart, a wonderful sense of humor, and an energy that is truly contagious. I am incredibly proud of the kind, smart, and thoughtful person he is becoming. Being his mom is the greatest blessing of my life, and I am grateful for him every single day. He loves music and is currently working hard to perfect Michael Jackson's moonwalk!” 

Shaina (Atlas’s mom)


“Atlas is such an enthusiastic student that always has a smile on his face. His joy and social nature makes it easy for him to make friends. He was a pleasure to get to know!”

Ms. Norely


“Atlas is super genuine, patient, always helpful, optimistic, spells his own words, never gives up on trying.” Ms. Leah


 “Atlas is a very positive and nice young man.” Mr. Jerrin


“Atlas is nice and very funny.” Senya


“Atlas is my friend.” Roan


“Atlas is funny and has a lot of energy.” Ally


“Atlas likes to talk a lot with me.” Arya




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