Alexa Straker is a new assistant classroom educator at Springs’ Magnolia Student Center (her husband, Geoffrey, is beginning his 4th year as the visual arts teacher at Magnolia). From grades K-7 she lived in and went to schools in the Middle East. She recently shared about her experiences there.
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Springs’ Magnolia Student Center year-end activities included grad night for seniors at Disneyland. Other activities included a visit to the Getty by 7th and 8th graders during which they learned about art, and a senior celebration honoring the Class of 2018. Continue reading →
Eileen Solorzano, 13, a former 9th-grade student at Magnolia Student Center, is an “amazing artist,” said her principal, Beverly Voechting. One of her most impressive recent creations is an owl made with leaves (pictured). Continue reading →
Amber Kilman, a lifeguard at Magnolia Student Center, is a gifted swimmer. She has been swimming competitively as part of club and school teams since age 7. Continue reading →
Andrew Elliott, a special education teacher at the Magnolia Student Center, will star in the romantic comedy Enchanted April, a play running June 2-24 at the Redlands Footlighters Theatre. He portrays the character, Frederick Arnott. Continue reading →
Elijah Kinney, 14, is a 9th grader at Magnolia Student Center. He had been a victim of bullying at his former public school, but transferred to Magnolia and not only escaped the abuse but has excelled academically as well. Continue reading →
The Magnolia Student Center 6th grade class of teacher Tricia Williams reached out to cheer the spirits of children battling cancer in Loma Linda University’s Children’s Hospital. Continue reading →
We would love for you to attend the Grand Opening of our Magnolia campus (former YMCA) in Riverside. The celebration is scheduled for Jan. 22, from 10 am – 12 pm. You can use this link to RSVP. 4020 Jefferson Street, Riverside, CA 92504 – Tel. (951) 252-7200 Continue reading →
When the first class of middle and high school students arrives at Springs Charter Schools’ new campus for the first time Tuesday, Nov. 29, they’ll see brand-new furniture, technology, and other amenities — but they’ll also be surrounded by history. The K-12 school, which has been based on Chicago Avenue for the past 2 1/2 years, is moving its Magnolia Student Center to the building occupied for more than 50 years by the YMCA. Continue reading →
Jackson Bengtson, 10, a 5th grade student at Springs’ Magnolia Student Center in Riverside, is a budding young actor. He likes to sing and dance before live audiences. Continue reading →
