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Magnolia School District Celebrates Two Honorees at the 2026 OC Music and Arts Administrators Awards
Magnolia School District is proud to announce that two District employees have been selected as honorees for the 2026 Orange County Music and Arts Administrators Awards (OCMAA), recognizing their exceptional leadership and commitment to Arts education.
Presented annually by the Orange County Department of Education in partnership with the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, the OCMAA Awards honor educators, administrators, and advocates across Orange County who champion high-quality Arts education and expand access to creative learning opportunities for students.
Presented annually by the Orange County Department of Education in partnership with the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, the OCMAA Awards honor educators, administrators, and advocates across Orange County who champion high-quality Arts education and expand access to creative learning opportunities for students.

Anaheim Police Department Visits During Recess
Students enjoyed a special surprise during recess today when officers from the Anaheim Police Department stopped by the playground to spend time with them. The officers played with students, chatted with them, and handed out stickers, creating a fun and memorable experience for everyone involved.

Spelling Bee Winners
At the March 12 Board meeting, Magnolia School District’s 2025–26 Spelling Bee winners were recognized and awarded certificates for their impressive achievement.

Dr. Frank Donavan Receives 2026 ACSA Region 17 Dr. Janice Billings Award
Magnolia School District proudly congratulates Dr. Frank Donavan on being named the recipient of the 2026 ACSA Region 17 Dr. Janice Billings Award. This award recognizes administrators that demonstrate exceptional leadership in the area of student advocacy, especially in advocating for students who face exceptional circumstances and obstacles.

School News Update March 2026
The March 2026 Edition of School News and Podcast is now available!
Across the district, schools are creating meaningful experiences that strengthen learning and community. Students were welcomed by Anaheim Police during a special morning visit, one campus earned national recognition as a 2026 America’s Best Schools Award finalist, and families joined a hands-on math workshop to better support learning at home. Other highlights included a Father-Daughter Dance, student-led literacy fundraisers, Kindness Week activities, a “Lunch With a Loved One” event, a Kids Heart Challenge promoting wellness and service, and a solar cooker project that brought science and engineering to life.
Across the district, schools are creating meaningful experiences that strengthen learning and community. Students were welcomed by Anaheim Police during a special morning visit, one campus earned national recognition as a 2026 America’s Best Schools Award finalist, and families joined a hands-on math workshop to better support learning at home. Other highlights included a Father-Daughter Dance, student-led literacy fundraisers, Kindness Week activities, a “Lunch With a Loved One” event, a Kids Heart Challenge promoting wellness and service, and a solar cooker project that brought science and engineering to life.

Dr. Veronica Lizardi Named ACSA Region 17 Curriculum & Instruction Administrator of the Year
Magnolia School District is proud to announce that Dr. Veronica Lizardi, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, has been selected as the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) – Region 17 Curriculum and Instruction Administrator of the Year.
