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Magnolia School District is proud to announce that the Piano Lab and Integrated Music Program at Juliette Low School of the Arts has earned the 2026 Golden Bell Award, presented by the California School Boards Association (CSBA). Now in its 47th year, the Golden Bell Awards recognize outstanding programs and innovative practices in school districts and county offices of education throughout California.

The September 2026 Edition of School News and Podcast is now available!

Across the district, schools are kicking off the year with experiences that strengthen learning and community. Schweitzer students are building leadership through Habit Houses, Salk is celebrating America’s Best School recognition, and Marshall is helping students set meaningful goals. Other highlights include Walter’s red-carpet welcome and new playground activities, backpacks filled with supplies at Juliette Low, belonging and student volunteering at Baden-Powell, and relationship-building and active learning at Maxwell. Pyles students practiced positive school expectations through hands-on activities, while Disney celebrated its first week with student recognition and a visit from Magic the Disney Dragon.

The Magnolia School District is proud to announce that Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy has earned the Impact Schools Award from the Orange County Department of Education for its commitment to developing student leaders. The Orange County Department of Education recognizes schools that are making a meaningful difference for students by implementing practices that elevate learning and strengthen communities.

The September Board Meeting was a special evening for Dr. Jonas Salk School, with students, staff, and families proudly representing their school community.

The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) has named 11 educators as recipients of the 2026 Outstanding STEM Educator Awards, and three teachers from Robert M. Pyles STEM Academy are among this year’s honorees.

Magnolia School District is proud to announce that all nine of our schools have been named 2026 America’s Healthiest Schools by Alliance for a Healthier Generation. Each Magnolia school received recognition in the Supporting School Health Services category.