Hola, Bonjour, Nǐ hǎo! Say “Hello” to learning a new language — a great way for your child to have an immersive experience in a different culture. The City of Irvine offers several classes designed specifically for children. Check out all the language classes available:

• Oui! Learn French for Fun: Children will learn basic conversational French with songs, puppets, games more; ages 4–12.
• Spanish for Kids: A great opportunity to expose your kids to language and cultural activities through games and music; ages 5–10.
• Mandarin for Beginners: Students will be taught introductory phrases, words, vocabulary, and conversational skills in a group format; ages 6–12.

The Rancho San Joaquin Middle School PTA has invited Vista Verde parents to attend a special zoom meeting with Congresswoman Katie Porter. The meeting is on Thursday, March 16th at 6:30pm and Katie will join around 7pm. Please RSVP for the Zoom meeting using the link below:

Rancho Meeting Sign Up

The 34th annual Irvine Junior Games will be held on May 7, 2023. Athlete Registration will open on January 18,2023. The Irvine Junior Games are an important community event with 1,300 4th-8th grade athletes and their families from all 35 IUSD elementary and middle schools. In addition, the Irvine Junior Games and generous sponsors raise funds for before and after school child care scholarships for Irvine families at the child care programs located on IUSD elementary schools. Get more information at: Irvine Junior Games

The Vista Verde PTA is proud to celebrate the 2nd Annual Founders Day by honoring a volunteer and a Vista Verde teacher, administrator or staff member with the National PTA Honorary Service Award. This year we are proud to honor Middle School teacher Shari Mark and PTA Board Member Leila Esfandiari Sadri. We are grateful for their hard work and dedication, always going above and beyond in helping young minds grow and build our school community. Congratulations to both our 2023 recipients!