Tuffree Middle School Identified as a 2026 California Distinguished School

The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) proudly announces that Tuffree Middle School in Placentia has been named a 2026 California Distinguished School, the state’s highest honor for public school campuses.

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El Dorado Girls Basketball Captures First CIF State Title in Historic Season

On March 13, the El Dorado High School girls basketball team competed in the 2026 CIF State Girls Basketball Championship at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, facing Valley Christian High School in the Division III state championship game. In a thrilling and closely contested matchup, the Golden Hawks secured a 42–40 victory, capturing the program’s first CIF State championship title.

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PYLUSD Educators Recognized at the 2026 Orange County Outstanding Arts Educators and Music & Arts Awards

On March 4, 2026, the Orange County Music and Arts Administrators Association hosted the annual Orange County Outstanding Arts Educators and Orange County Music and Arts Awards ceremony, recognizing exceptional educators, administrators, and advocates who have made significant contributions to arts education throughout Orange County.

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Chapman University Honors PYLUSD as a 2026 Top Employer

On February 27, the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) was recognized as a 2026 Top Employer by Chapman University, an honor that reflects the District’s ongoing commitment to cultivating a workplace culture rooted in excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kym LeBlanc-Esparza and Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Chad McGough accepted the award from Chapman University on behalf of the District.

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PYLUSD Hosts LTEL Family Night to Support Students on the Path to Reclassification

On Friday, February 27, the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) hosted a Long-Term English Learner (LTEL) Family Night in collaboration with Melrose Elementary School and Valadez Middle School Academy. The event was designed to support the families of Long-Term English Learners by bringing students and their families together for an evening focused on connection, learning, and celebration.

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Tuffree Middle School Identified as a 2026 California Distinguished School

El Dorado Girls Basketball Captures First CIF State Title in Historic Season

PYLUSD Educators Recognized at the 2026 Orange County Outstanding Arts Educators and Music & Arts Awards

Chapman University Honors PYLUSD as a 2026 Top Employer

PYLUSD Hosts LTEL Family Night to Support Students on the Path to Reclassification