Cultural Bridges for Education

08/20/2026

Navigating ISD can sometimes feel like learning a new language! This updated ISD Acronyms and Terminology guide explains commonly used district acronyms, programs, and school terms in easy-to-understand language. Best of all, the guide is a downloadable PDF, so families can save it to their phone or computer, print a copy, and keep it close for quick reference throughout the school year. It’s available in 8 languages to support our diverse community: https://isfdn.org/programs/cultural-bridges-magazine/isd-acronyms-and-terminology-guide/

08/19/2026

08/10/2026

🌟Cultural Bridges Family Guide 2026–27 is available online NOW! 🌟
The updated Family Guide helps Issaquah School District families navigate the school system from preschool through high school, with information on school life, programs, resources, and support: https://isfdn.org/news/family-guide-2026-27

✨New and expanded this year:
💬 Student Voice — a new section created to encourage students to share their perspectives, experiences, and ideas with our community.
📖 Expanded Acronyms and Terminology Guide — with even more commonly used ISD acronyms and school terms explained in easy-to-understand language.

📖 Free and available in 8 languages!
English: https://isu.pub/YEJgxup
Arabic (عربى): https://isu.pub/7bQyqBK
Chinese (中文) : https://isu.pub/3hg3vJT
Japanese (日本語): https://isu.pub/ujVBPmY
Korean (한국어) : https://isu.pub/QG22nDO
Russian (русский) : https://isu.pub/JaUs07n
Spanish (Español): https://isu.pub/xPC6Orn
Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt): https://isu.pub/x0SoNEw

💜 For every child. For every family. 💜

05/12/2026

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with us and The Circle WA!

🕺 Performances representing China, the Philippines, India, Japan, the Pacific Islands, Pakistan, and more
🏆 Free raffle drawing for all registered attendees
🌸 Hands-on cultural activity stations
🥥 Delicious snacks

📅 Sunday, May 17
⏰ 2-4 p.m.
📍 Issaquah Community Center

Register: bit.ly/4uCsVMg

04/28/2026

💙🌍 Thank You, ISD Translators & Interpreters!

We are so grateful for the important work you do every day to help families understand school information, ask questions, and stay connected to their child’s education 📚💬

Because of you, schools and families can communicate clearly and build strong partnerships. Thank you for your time, skills, and dedication to our community 🤝✨

🗣️ Interested in supporting our schools? We’re always looking for bilingual staff and community members to join our interpreter and translator pool.

🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://issaquahjobs.myschooldata.net/JobOpenings.aspx or at the link in our profile.

04/20/2026