August 21, 2026

Superintendent Dr. Kym LeBlanc-Esparza's 2026-2027 Back to School Message

Please take a few minutes to watch a video message from Superintendent Dr. Kym following the start of the new school year. Click the graphic below or visit https://youtu.be/ryapiP7ro-0 to watch the video on the district’s YouTube channel.

PYLUSD High Schools Achieve Top Rankings in Latest U.S. News and World Report

The U.S. News and World Report recently released its 2026 Best High Schools Rankings. The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) is proud to announce that all four comprehensive high schools were highly ranked in the Los Angeles Metro Area, California, and across the nation. Congratulations to El Dorado, Esperanza, Valencia, and Yorba Linda for earning impressive standings!

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PICTURES: First Day of the 2026-2027 School Year

On Thursday, August 13 the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) proudly welcomed over 22,000 students for the first day of the 2026-2027 school year. Excitement and anticipation filled the air across all campuses. Students of all ages eagerly reunited with friends, met their new teachers and staff, and embarked on another year of growth and learning!

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Five PYLUSD Students Receive Their High School Diploma at Sixth Annual Summer Graduation Ceremony

On Wednesday, August 19, the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) proudly hosted its 2026 Summer Graduation Ceremony in the District Board Room. This special event marked the sixth annual celebration, honoring five dedicated students who either graduated early or were unable to graduate in June but have since achieved this significant milestone.

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PYLUSD Family Resource Center Provides Over 700 McKinney-Vento Students with Free Backpacks and School Supplies

On August 7, 2026, the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) Family Resource Center hosted its annual backpack and school supply distribution at Topaz Elementary School. More than 700 students received backpacks and essential school supplies to help them begin the new school year ready to learn.

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Valencia High School Choir Shines at Statewide MTSS Conference

On July 15, Valencia High School Choir Director Megan Arthurton and her students took the stage at the 2026 MTSS Professional Learning Institute Conference in Anaheim, bringing together generations of musicians for a special performance.

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August 21, 2026 August 21, 2026

Superintendent Dr. Kym LeBlanc-Esparza's 2026-2027 Back to School Message

PYLUSD High Schools Achieve Top Rankings in Latest U.S. News and World Report

PICTURES: First Day of the 2026-2027 School Year

Five PYLUSD Students Receive Their High School Diploma at Sixth Annual Summer Graduation Ceremony

PYLUSD Family Resource Center Provides Over 700 McKinney-Vento Students with Free Backpacks and School Supplies

Valencia High School Choir Shines at Statewide MTSS Conference

August 21, 2026