Good News Report November 7, 2025
Over 900 Students Unite for the 49th Annual PYLUSD Band Pageant
On Wednesday, November 5, the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) proudly hosted its 49th annual Band Pageant at Bradford Stadium in Placentia. This highly anticipated event featured student performers from all six PYLUSD middle schools and all four comprehensive high schools, who came together to showcase their musical and artistic excellence. Thousands of enthusiastic family members, educators, administrators, and community supporters attended to celebrate this longstanding district tradition.
Valadez Middle School Academy Celebrates 16th Annual ‘Read for the Record’ with Melrose and Rio Vista First Graders
On Thursday, October 30, students at Valadez Middle School Academy hosted the 16th annual “Read for the Record” event, welcoming first graders from Melrose and Rio Vista elementary schools to celebrate this worldwide initiative.
Two Yorba Linda High School Students Make Their Mark as Published Authors
Two Yorba Linda High School seniors, Roshan Ambegaonkar and Skylar Snyder, have achieved the notable accomplishment of becoming published authors. Both students transformed personal experiences and passions into meaningful children’s books designed to educate, inspire, and promote understanding among young readers.
Golden Elementary Kicks Off Red Ribbon Week with Sheriff’s Department Safety Presentation
On Monday, October 27, Golden Elementary School officially launched its annual Red Ribbon Week celebration with an engaging and educational presentation for students in kindergarten through third grade. Representatives from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, Deputy Beckley and Deputy Sanders, visited campus to teach students about safety awareness and the importance of making responsible choices.
PYLUSD Students Continue to Excel in Advanced Placement Achievement
The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District is proud to celebrate another year of outstanding student achievement on the College Board’s Advanced Placement (AP) exams. For the 2024–2025 school year, 1,098 PYLUSD students earned AP Scholar recognition, marking the district’s highest total in five years.