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Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy serves approximately 525 students in grades preK - 6. Schweitzer was the first public school in Orange County to be approved for the Leader in Me program in 2020 and was designated as a Leader in Me Lighthouse school in 2025. Schweitzer has been previously recognized as a California Distinguished School, a Title 1 Academic Achievement School, and as a CBEE (Campaign for Business and Education Excellence) Honor Roll School. In 2024, Schweitzer was recognized by the National Center for Urban Schools Transformation as one of 'America's Best Schools'. The same year, we received the Golden Bell Award from the California School Boards Association for our Leader in Me program. Our mission is to continue our work towards all children being successful leaders, who set and achieve their own goals and develop their personal and interpersonal skills.

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Dr. Albert Schweitzer is a Kindness Certified School.

Latest News

Dr. Frank Donavan

Top Educational Leader in Orange County

Parenting OC Magazine has named Dr. Frank Donavan, Superintendent of the Magnolia School District, as Orange County’s Top Educational Leader. Dr. Donavan has earned many well-deserved recognitions, but he states that he is most proud of the recognitions our District has received under his leadership.
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School News Update March 2025

The March 2025 Edition of School News and Podcast is now available!

Magnolia School District – Highlighted its Expanded Learning Programs, offering after-school activities like STEM, arts, sports, and academic support for over 2,200 students.

Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy – Focused on its hands-on science lab, where students explore engaging experiments that enhance their understanding of scientific concepts.

Dr. Jonas E. Salk School – Featured the Big Buddies program, fostering social and emotional growth through mentorship, reading activities, and fun projects between younger and older students.

Dr. Peter Marshall Elementary – Showcased the PTA’s role in organizing community-building events like Board Game Night, a Valentine’s Dance, and Trunk or Treat.

Esther L. Walter School – Introduced the new school playground, emphasizing the joy and physical benefits it brings to students.

Juliette Low School of the Arts – Discussed the Legacy Books initiative, which aims to provide every student with their own personal library by the time they graduate.

Lord Baden-Powell School – Highlighted its after-school clubs, including cooking, STEM, cheer, dance, journalism, and crochet, with students also giving back to the community.

Mattie Lou Maxwell School – Announced the new school mascot, "Max the Roadrunner", boosting school spirit through rallies and events.

Robert M. Pyles STEM Academy – Emphasized the importance of school attendance, linking it to academic success and offering incentives to encourage regular attendance.

Walt Disney School – Celebrated 100 Days of Learning, with themed activities, dress-up events, and projects to mark students’ progress.
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Dr. Donavan Receives the Orange County Department of Education Music and Arts Award

Congratulations to our District Superintendent, Dr. Frank Donavan, who has been selected to receive the 2025 Orange County Department of Education Music and Arts District Administrator Award. The Award recognizes exceptional leaders who implement a high-quality, inclusive, accessible, and equitable arts education for all students.
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School News Update November 2024

The November 2024 Edition of School News and Podcast is now available!
Magnolia School District: Offers district-wide music education, with performances and a new piano lab at Juliette Low School of the Arts.

Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy: Hosts a popular Cooking Club, teaching culinary skills and teamwork to 5th and 6th graders.

Dr. Jonas E. Salk School: Fourth graders participated in Anaheim Public Utilities’ Public Power Week, learning about energy and safety.

Dr. Peter Marshall School: Expanded its Garden Club, providing students with hands-on gardening and teamwork experience.

Esther L. Walter Elementary: Uses Math Talks to promote interactive and critical thinking-based math learning.

Juliette Low School of the Arts: Sixth graders serve as Big Buddy Mentors, building leadership and supporting younger peers.

Lord Baden-Powell School: Raised over $8,000 in a Fun Run, funding educational field trips and activities.

Mattie Lou Maxwell Elementary: Student council elections give students leadership opportunities and school involvement.

Robert M. Pyles STEM Academy: Emphasizes vocabulary development to enhance reading and communication skills.

Walt Disney Elementary: Offers an after-school Fairy Tale Club, blending reading and creative projects to bring stories to life.