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Mattie Lou Maxwell School is committed to providing all students with a complete educational experience that develops the whole child - academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. Our teachers are highly qualified, and participate in exceptional staff development provided by the Magnolia School District’s Educational Services Department. We respond to the individual needs of our students by offering daily interventions for students who are below grade level during and after school. We believe in creating partnerships with the community to provide extracurricular and leadership opportunities for our students. The Anaheim Ducks have built a hockey rink at Maxwell, which is used for physical education and for tournaments. Parents are invited to participate at Maxwell in a variety of ways. The PTA, School Site Council, and ELAC meet regularly. Our Parent Patrol volunteers every morning: welcoming students and parents to school, and preparing classroom materials for the teachers.

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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.
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Two Magnolia School District Schools Receive America’s Healthiest Schools Award

The America's Healthiest Schools award has nine recognition categories: Social-Emotional Health, Staff Well-Being, Physical Education, and Nutrition. This year, both Mattie Lou Maxwell Elementary and Esther L. Walter Elementary were recognized for their exceptional work in the Family & Community Engagement category. This category highlights schools that involve families and the community in creating a supportive environment for student health and learning.
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School News Update September 2024

The September 2024 Edition of School News and Podcast is now available!

Magnolia School District Celebrates High Achievements and New Facilities. Schools Reopen with Enhanced Academics and Technology. District Earns Prestigious Awards and Recognitions. ​