FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Magnolia Middle School Recognized as an Arkansas Gem School for 2025–2026
MAGNOLIA, Ark. — September 17, 2026 — Magnolia School District is proud to announce that Magnolia Middle School has been recognized as an Arkansas Gem School for the 2025–2026 school year, an honor awarded by the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) to schools demonstrating exceptional achievement, strong academic growth, and sustained improvement for students.
The recognition comes as ADE releases its official 2025–2026 school and district letter grades and introduces the first-ever Arkansas Gem School Awards. Through the new program, the state is awarding $7 million to schools demonstrating excellence in student performance and progress.
Arkansas Gem Schools are recognized for excellence in one or more key areas:
Exceptional Achievement
– High levels of student performance
Strong Academic Growth
– Students making significant year-over-year gains
Sustained Improvement
– Consistent progress over multiple years
Combined Excellence
– Strength across several measures of school success
For Magnolia School District, this recognition reflects the dedication of students, teachers, support staff, administrators, families, and the entire Panther community.
At Magnolia School District, academic achievement is more than a measure—it is a reflection of a community committed to providing students with opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed.
Congratulations to our students, staff, families, and Panther Nation on this well-deserved recognition!