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IHCS has many upcoming Spirit Days. Here they all are. We hope to see everyone showing their school spirit!

Parent Volunteers Needed - Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

Dear Mariner Families,

We’re excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our students, and we need your help to make these events a success! Please see the attached flyer for a full list of activities happening during lunch times from September 15–October 15, including Lotería, crafts, music, read-alongs, and other surprise activities.

We are looking for parent volunteers who already have district-issued volunteer badges to: Host activities (Lotería, crafts, reading aloud, music) and Help decorate our school to showcase Hispanic culture and traditions.

If you’re available to assist, please connect with our Community Outreach Family Advocate (Ms. Laura Quiroz - laura.esperanza@perrisesd.org). Your participation will help create a fun and meaningful celebration for our students!

Thank you for helping IHCS honor and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

Mariner Family, please click on the link below to access the IHCS Family Bulletin for the week of September 22-26, 2025. Remember that our IHCS students, parents, and staff are the most important people in the world! Let's keep believing in each other and changing our world together. You Gotta Believe! Serving you daily, Your admin team: Mrs. Barry, Dr. Nakama, Mr. Castro and Mr. Candelaria. https://secure.smore.com/n/sqxnh

📢 IHCS SAC Nominations – Due Friday, September 19

IHCS Parents, we’re seeking nominations for open parent seats on the School Advisory Committee (SAC). Our W.A.V.E. values guide an inclusive, high-achieving community, and your participation helps shape our school’s future.

➡️ Submit your nomination online by Friday, September 19.
📄 If you can’t submit virtually, a paper ballot is available in the front office.

Nomination Link: https://forms.gle/qeg6F3fJZZmA8pKr9

Thank you for supporting IHCS and our values!

Mariner Family, Click the link below to access the weekly family bulletin for the week of September 15-19, 2025. Continue to work with your teacher, all staff, and your student and continue to believe in your student, in your teacher and in yourself. Part of success for your student and all of us is, You Gotta Believe! Don't stop believing! With gratitude and grace, Your IHCS Administrative Team: Assistant Principals Mrs. Barry, Dr. Nakama, and Mr. Castro, along with Principal Mr. Candelaria.

Mariner Family, click on the link to access the Family Bulletin for the week of September 15-19, 2025. You are the best! Keep working with your student, with your teacher and keep believing in your student, in your teacher and in yourself. You Gotta Believe! With gratitude, your IHCS Administrative Team: Assistant Principals Mrs. Barry, Dr. Nakama, and Mr. Castro, along with Principal Mr. Candelaria. https://secure.smore.com/n/z7mfs

AVID Day!!! Wednesday, September 17th
Please wear an AVID shirt or Blue

Parents, if your student is in the Middle School AVID Elective, there is a AVID Contract Signing meeting in the gym from 5:00 pm- 6:00 pm on Wednesday, September 17th.

Subject: Parent Workshops in Spanish – Join us on September 18th! 🌟

Dear IHCS Families,

CABE warmly invites you to attend a parent workshop presented in Spanish on Wednesday, September 18th, at 8:30 a.m. Participating parents should check in at the IHCS front office upon arrival.

✨ During this workshop, you will learn about:
Family involvement to support students’ academic success
Building bridges between family, school, and community
Developing multicultural awareness through technology networks
Academic programs, options, and opportunities
Family involvement in school committees
Setting personal and academic goals

If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Elizabeth Orozco via email eorozco@gocabe.org

We look forward to seeing you there and working together to support our students’ success!

Mariner Family, click on the link below to access the IHCS Family Bulletin for the week of September 8-12, 2025. Have a great week everyone! You're the best parents in the world! https://secure.smore.com/n/gzm3p

🌟 LEGO Explore Team Tryouts – Grades 2–5 (Ages 6–10)

We are excited to launch our FIRST LEGO Explore Team Tryouts for students in grades 2–5!

📅 Tuesday, September 9
🕒 3:45 PM – 4:35 PM
📍 Room 121

Tryout Task: Create a poster showing the importance of the Lego League Core Values: Teamwork, Inclusion, Impact, Fun, Discovery, and Innovation. Be creative and have fun with your poster. Add color and be ready to present your poster.

Mariner Family, click on the link below to access the weekly bulletin for the week of September 1-5, 2025. Thank you, keep reading with your child/children and have a wonderful week together! With Gratitude, your admin team: Mrs. Barry, Dr. Nakama, Mr. Castro and your principal, Mr. Candelaria. https://secure.smore.com/n/8ewvx

🚀 LEGO Robotics Team Tryouts – Grades 6–8

We’re looking for creative problem-solvers and team players to join our FIRST LEGO League Challenge Team!

📅 Tuesday, September 9
🕒 3:45 PM – 4:35 PM
📍 Room 121

Students should research and prepare a 3-minute presentation showing how they embody the core values of FIRST LEGO League. Be ready to share how your own qualities and commitment will help build a strong and supportive team.

✨ This is your chance to join a team where innovation, teamwork, and fun come together!

Hello IHCS Families,

Please reach out through phone call or in person if you are interested in this or any other resources, we may connect you with.
Looking Forward to Working Together!

Mariner Family, please click on the link below to access the weekly bulletin. Have a wonderful week everyone! https://secure.smore.com/n/c6n7a

Hello IHCS Families,
After our recent Community Laundromat and Community Closet Naming, we are proud to announce that we are ready to schedule appointment for the 2025-2026 school year. Our Room was recently named El Nido (The Nest) and is open to our entire PESD community.

Please Give Me a Call if you are interested in this or any of our other resources.

It's Book Fair Time!!!!

Subject: Clarification Regarding Today’s Dismissal

Dear Kindergarten Parents and Guardians,

I want to take a moment to address a situation that occurred at dismissal today, August 19th, which understandably caused concern for some of our families.

This afternoon, a kindergarten student was signed in to our after-school program instead of being dismissed directly to their parents. The student was always supervised and safe—our staff members accompanied the student at all times. The student was reunited with their parents approximately ten minutes after dismissal.

We recognize how distressing this moment felt and apologize for the confusion it caused. Please know that your child’s safety is our highest priority. We have reviewed our dismissal procedures with our after-school staff to prevent this from happening again and to ensure that every child is dismissed according to parent expectations.

Thank you for your patience during dismissal. Lines are currently moving a bit slower as our teachers learn to recognize each family and ensure a safe, personal handoff. As routines become familiar, the process will move more quickly.

We appreciate your trust and patience as we continue working together to keep all of our students safe. If you have any questions or would like to discuss our dismissal process further, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly.

Thank you for your understanding and continued partnership.

Warm regards,

Andrew Candelaria
Principal

Mariner Family, Thank you for a great opening week last week. Access the IHCS Weekly Bulletin by clicking on the link. And remember that you are the best parents in the world! Sincerely, Mr. Candelaria, principal at IHCS. https://secure.smore.com/n/buqdc