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IUSD 2024 Insights: Superintendent's Message, E-Vehicle Safety & More

Issue # 079

Author

Joshua Tjia
17 Jan

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

💻📱⚠ UC Irvine Students and Faculty Targeted in Disturbing Discord Hack; Federal Investigation Underway

🏍🏁👮‍♂️ Rev Up Your Skills: Irvine's Comprehensive Motorcycle Safety Training on February 10

🩰🕺 'Boys Dance Too' Program Opens at ABT Gillespie School This Spring

🍲😋 Warm Up Your Winter Nights with a Cozy Bean Soup Recipe from Your Local Library

⛸✨ Artistic Roller Skating: Where Art Meets Athleticism - Start Your Journey with Star Skate

📩📰 IUSD 2024 Insights: Superintendent's Message, E-Vehicle Safety & More

⚕👁 Secrets to Healthy Vision: Join UCI Health's Exclusive Lecture on Advanced Cataract Surgery Techniques

🚶‍♂️🌳 Discover the Beauty of Bommer Canyon on a Scenic 7-Mile Hike

📃💧🎨 Opportunity for Young Artists: Enter the IRWD Water Awareness Poster Contest

🟦🟩🖌 Discover the Art of Block Printing: Teens Welcome at Irvine's Workshop

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🏃‍♀️🥇 UCI's Reyna Johnson Soars to New Heights in Long Jump, Earns Top MPSF Honors

🎾 UC Irvine Women's Tennis Team Kicks Off Season with Veteran Leadership and New Talent

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀 Irvine Valley's Women's Basketball Faces Golden West in Key Conference Clash

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏀5️⃣0️⃣ Crean Lutheran's Basketball Soars to Victory: Crushing 50-Point Win Against Valencia

🏈🎾 High School Varsity Athletics: Football Face-offs and Sports Calendar

👮‍♂️🤸‍♂️🔒 Locker Thief Caught at LA Fitness in Woodbury; Over $10K Stolen

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

How do cats end a fight?

Answer: They hiss and make up!

We hope this joke brings some laughter to your day! 😁

UC Irvine Students and Faculty Targeted in Disturbing Discord Hack; Federal Investigation Underway

Hackers recently attacked UC Irvine's Discord groups, exposing 3,000 users to graphic videos, causing hospitalizations and distress. The student-led response team, coordinated by Alina Kim, managed to block the hackers, who demanded a $1,000 ransom. Federal authorities and campus police are investigating. The university, while not managing these Discord groups, emphasizes cybersecurity and offers mental health support. The attack affected about 30 of 500 groups, with some being taken offline or rebuilt. A Discord bot was developed by a student to ban the hackers across all groups, and the attackers' IDs were obtained for a widespread ban.

Rev Up Your Skills: Irvine's Comprehensive Motorcycle Safety Training on February 10

The Irvine Police Department's Traffic Bureau is hosting a motorcycle safety training, the Irvine Rider Education Program (I-REP), on February 10 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Great Park. Irvine residents get priority for registration, which is required via email to [email protected] by January 31. Participants need a valid California M-1 license, current insurance, a well-maintained bike, a DOT-approved helmet, gloves, closed-toe shoes, and pants. A positive attitude for learning is also essential.

#irvine #motorcyclesafety #training

'Boys Dance Too' Program Opens at ABT Gillespie School This Spring

ABT William J. Gillespie School offers "Boys Dance Too" ballet classes this Spring for boys aged 6-12, led by Sarah Jones. Free for current male ABT WJG students, the classes run from 03/03 to 04/06 on Saturdays, 2:30-3:30pm, costing $150. The program concludes with a performance in the Year End Showcase. Register soon and join the mailing list at [email protected].

Warm Up Your Winter Nights with a Cozy Bean Soup Recipe from Your Local Library

Enjoy cold nights with a simple, affordable Cozy Bean Soup recipe from your local library's cooking resources.

#SoupSeason #EasyRecipes #LibraryCooks

Artistic Roller Skating: Where Art Meets Athleticism - Start Your Journey with Star Skate

Artistic Roller Skating combines art, strength, and discipline, similar to ice figure skating, with various disciplines like freeskating, pairs, and dance. It's a competitive and beautiful sport for all ages and skill levels. Beginners can start with the Star Skate Program at the Rinks, a 4-level class teaching foundational skills for artistic skating and other skating forms. Enrollment is currently open.

#rollerskating #learntoskate #artisticskating

IUSD 2024 Insights: Superintendent's Message, E-Vehicle Safety & More

The January 2024 edition of IUSD Insights includes a message from the Superintendent about collaboration, details of the Annual Survey, info on e-vehicles and traffic safety, and Springbrook Elementary's Montessori Information Night. Access it via email or at iusd.org/iusdinsights.

#IUSD #IUSDCommunity #IUSDInsights

Secrets to Healthy Vision: Join UCI Health's Exclusive Lecture on Advanced Cataract Surgery Techniques

Attend a free lecture on preserving eyesight with age, part of the Medicine in Our Backyard series, on Jan. 22 from 7-8 p.m., hosted by UCI Health and Newport Beach Public Library Foundation. Dr. Marjan Farid from UCI Health will discuss advanced cataract surgery techniques. Registration required at https://bit.ly/3vEIRV9. Doors open 30 minutes before the event.

Discover the Beauty of Bommer Canyon on a Scenic 7-Mile Hike

Join a 7-mile hike in Bommer Canyon, part of Irvine Open Space Preserve, on January 18 from 8:00 am to 11:30 am.

  • This level-4 difficulty hike includes climbing and offers ocean views.

  • Essential items include water, snacks, sunscreen, and a hat. Pre-registration is mandatory, and participants must bring necessary safety gear, including closed-toe shoes.

Register here

Opportunity for Young Artists: Enter the IRWD Water Awareness Poster Contest

K–12 students in the IRWD service area can enter the annual water awareness poster contest by Feb. 14. The theme is "Save Blue. Live Green." The contest includes three rounds, with local finalists receiving certificates and gifts, and potential publication in the IRWD coloring book. Winners can advance to county and Southern California competitions, with grand prizes including iPads and inclusion in a student art calendar. Contest details and entry are available at IRWD.com/postercontest.

Discover the Art of Block Printing: Teens Welcome at Irvine's Workshop

Join the Teen Specialized Art Workshop on Block Printing Basics at Irvine Fine Arts Center on January 17, from 4–6 p.m. Learn to design, carve, and print with wooden blocks and inks. Register at yourirvine.org.

#TeenWorkshops #BlockPrinting #ArtFun

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. March 6, 2024: Spring Festival Concert – Band (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

  2. March 7, 2024: Spring Festival Concert – Orchestra (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

  3. March 16, 2024: Irvine Jazz Festival (8:00 am - 5:00 pm)

  4. May 11, 2024: Instrumental Music Awards

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://timbmusic.org/events/

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. February 1 & 2: LEGENDS CONCERT at 7:00 PM.

  2. March 7, 8, 9, 14,15, 16: EVITA - Spring Musical at 7:00 PM.

  3. May 2 & 3: Broadway Rocks! at 7:00 PM.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.uhschoirs.org/2023-24-season.html

Upcoming Woodbridge High School's Music Calendar

No events scheduled for January.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.whs-music.org/

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. January 17th-22nd: WHS Music Department Disney World Trip

  2. February 29th-March 2nd, 7 PM shows: The Wizard of Oz

  3. March 22nd, 7 PM: Spring Concert

  4. April 16th, 7 PM: IUSD Honors Concert

  5. May 31st, 7 PM: Broadway Rocks Concert

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://woodbridgechoirs.weebly.com/calendar.html

Upcoming Irvine High School's Music Calendar

No events scheduled for January.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.vimb.info/calendar

Upcoming Irvine High School's Choral Calendar

  1. Fri & Sat, Jan. 26 & 27: Weekend Singers & Canta Bella at Pilgrim Pines.

  2. Th-Sat, Feb. 1-3, All day: CA All-State Choir Weekend (Any Student) in Sacramento, CA.

  3. Th.-Sat, Feb. 29-Mar 2, 7:00 PM: IHS Musical (Any student) at IHS Theater.

  4. March 12 or 13, Morning: IHS Arts Assembly (Canta Bella & Irvine Singers) at IHS Game Gym.

  5. Mon, Mar. 18, 7:00 PM: Spring Concert (All Choirs) at Concordia Univ.

  6. Fri, March 22, Morning: CSU Fullerton Festival (Irvine Singers) at CSUF Meng Hall.

  7. April 1st - 5th, 2024: TBD.

  8. Tues, April 16, 7:00 PM: IUSD Honors Concert (Selected Members) at OCPAC.

  9. Wed, April 17, 6:30 PM: 8th Grade Parent Night at IHS Gym.

  10. TBD: Aliso Women’s Festival (Canta Bella) - Location TBD.

  11. Wed, April 17, All day: Forum Festival (Concert Chorale, Chorale & Viva Cantar) at Knott’s Berry Farm.

  12. Wed, April 26, 6:00 PM: SPUR Awards (Chordinated Chaos) at IHS Theater.

  13. Tues & Wed, May 28 & 29, 3:30-6:30 PM: Dress rehearsal “Voices” (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

  14. Thurs.- Sat, May 30-June 1, 7:00 PM: Voices 2024 (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

  15. Wed, June 5, 7:00 PM: Heritage Awards (Chorale) at IHS Gym.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.ihschoralmusic.org/calendar.html

UCI's Reyna Johnson Soars to New Heights in Long Jump, Earns Top MPSF Honors

Reyna Johnson, a junior from Irvine, has been named the MPSF Women's Indoor Track & Field Athlete of the Week for her outstanding performance at the Spokane Indoor Challenge. She set a school record in the long jump with 5.89 meters, surpassing 19 feet, a feat only matched by teammate Jolie Robinson in the program's history. Johnson also placed third in the 60m hurdles, setting a personal best of 8.66 seconds, ranking fifth in UCI's all-time records. The team's next event is the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Invitational in Albuquerque on January 20.

UC Irvine Women's Tennis Team Kicks Off Season with Veteran Leadership and New Talent

UC Irvine's women's tennis team, led by Coach Elizabeth Ferris Smith for her eighth season, is starting its dual season. The team has a deep roster with 12 returning players, including veteran leader Jenna Schlatter and newly appointed captain Kayla Meraz. Alyssia Fossorier, a former player, joins as a volunteer assistant coach. Facing a challenging 21-match schedule, including tough road games and high-level opponents, the team is focusing on developing a tough, disciplined mentality to succeed in the competitive Big West conference. Their first match is on Jan. 18 at USC.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Basketball

  1.   Thurs, Jan 18th: vs UC San Diego, 7:00 PM

  2.  Sat, Jan 27th: vs CSUN, 7:00 PM

Men's Volleyball.

  1.   Wed, Jan 17th: vs McKendree, 6:00 p.m.

  2.  Wed, Jan 31st: vs UCLA, 6:00 p.m.

Women's Basketball

  1. Sat, January 20th: vs UC Davis, 2:00 PM

  2.  Thurs, January 25th: vs Long Beach State, 11:00 AM

Men's Tennis

  •  Fri, January 26th: vs BYU, Time TBA

  •  Sat, January 27th: vs San Diego State, Time TBA

Baseball

  1.  Sat, January 27th: vs Alumni Game, 12:00 PM

Irvine Valley's Women's Basketball Faces Golden West in Key Conference Clash

Irvine Valley's women's basketball team, ranked No. 14 in the state, will play Golden West in an Orange Empire Conference game today at 6 p.m. Irvine Valley has a 10-6 record, recently winning against Santa Ana 74-60, with key players Christen Ziska, Emily Freeman, and Makena Tomlinson contributing significantly. Golden West, with an 11-5 record, is led by Kayla Terry and Princess McCauley. Irvine Valley's next games are against Fullerton and others in the Orange Empire Conference.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Women's Basketball

  1. Wed, Jan 17: vs Golden West* at 6:00 PM

  2. Fri, Jan 19: at Fullerton* at 7:00 PM

Crean Lutheran's Basketball Soars to Victory: Crushing 50-Point Win Against Valencia

Crean Lutheran High School's boys basketball team, with Kaiden Bailey scoring 40 points, decisively defeated Valencia 89-39 in an Empire League game. Key contributors included Milanas Luksas (13 points), Jacob Majok, and Troy Jenkins (10 points each). The team led 46-19 at halftime and 68-34 after three quarters. Their next game is against Cypress for the league's top spot.

High School Athletics Calendar -

** Updated With January Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

January 2024

Wednesday, January 17

  • Wrestling, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 6:30 PM vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • Wrestling, Girls Varsity (VR)

  • - 6:30 PM vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Game Gym

Friday, January 19

  • Soccer, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Laguna Hills at Irvine High School Stadium

Monday, January 22

  • Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 3:30 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Stadium

  • Water Polo, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 4:30 PM vs. Portola at Portola High School

  • Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:30 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • Basketball, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 7:00 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Game Gym

Wednesday, January 24

  • Water Polo, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 4:15 PM vs. Northwood High School at Northwood High School

  •  Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Stadium

  • Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:30 PM vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Game Gym

  •  Basketball, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 7:00 PM vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Game Gym

Friday, January 26, 2024

  •  Soccer, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 3:15 PM vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Stadium

  • -Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Sage Hill at Irvine High School Stadium

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

  • Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:30 PM vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Game Gym

Locker Thief Caught at LA Fitness in Woodbury; Over $10K Stolen

A man was arrested at LA Fitness in Woodbury for breaking into lockers and stealing over $10,000 worth of items, including $4,500 in cash. Identified as Myles Edward Combs, 43, from Rialto and on probation for burglary, he faces multiple charges. Irvine Police advise gym-goers not to store valuables in public lockers and to keep car keys with them.

#irvinepolice #crimeprevention #arrest

  • Kaiser Permanente Irvine Farmers Market

  • Saturday Farmers Market at Mariners Church Irvine

    • When: Saturday, 8 AM - 12 PM

    • Where: 5428 Bonita Canyon Dr, Irvine, CA 92603

  • Great Park Certified Farmers Market

  • Manassero Farmers

    • When: Daily, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

    • Where: 33 Irvine Valley, Irvine, CA 92604

  • Tanaka Farms

    • When: Daily, 9 AM - 5 PM

    • Where: 5380 3/4 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612

    • More Info: Tanaka Farms

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