News & Announcements

Magnolia School District is proud to announce that the District, along with Juliette Low School of the Arts, Dr. Peter Marshall Elementary, and Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy, has been named to the 2025 Educational Results Partnership (ERP) Honor Roll. This statewide recognition celebrates districts and schools that demonstrate high academic achievement, continuous improvement, and success in closing achievement gaps.

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

Learn about the Kaboom Playground Grand Opening, Back to School Nights, spirit rallies, leadership opportunities, parent engagement, Scottie Pride, No Backpack Day, community partnerships, new Learning Center models, Panther Pride, and a magical Back-to-School Bash filled with fun and special guests.

The Rotary Club of Anaheim donated 400 backpacks filled with school supplies to students in the Magnolia School District. The Rotary Club of Anaheim has donated backpacks to students in Magnolia for the past 11 years.

The Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) annually recognizes outstanding school and district administrators for their achievements and dedication to public education. Dr. David Appling was honored with the prestigious Human Resources Administrator of the Year Award for ACSA Region 17. He was later selected as the ACSA State Human Resources Administrator of the Year—a tremendous accomplishment that reflects his exceptional leadership and service.

The annual Magnolia School District 6th Grade Track Meet was a tremendous success as sixth grade students from all nine schools across the District came together to participate in this spirited event celebrating fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

The Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) annually recognizes outstanding school and district administrators for their achievements and their dedication to public education. Dr. David Appling was honored with the prestigious Human Resources Administrator of the Year Award for ACSA Region 17, which includes all of Orange County. He was later named as the ACSA State Human Resources Administrator of the Year.

Out of 165 Peer Assistance Leadership (PAL) programs in Orange County, five were recognized by the Orange County Department of Education with PAL Awards. Out of those five, two Magnolia School District schools were honored with prestigious Peer Assistance Leadership Awards by the Orange County Department of Education.

On the evening of May 7th the newly formed Magnolia School District Choir had their first performance at Salk School. The Choir performed with the expanded Magnolia School District Band in front of a packed auditorium filled with parents and staff members.The night opened with the Choir, who lit up the stage with powerful renditions of songs by Disney, Bruno Mars, Billie Eilish, and American Authors—complete with standout student solos.

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

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.