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MSA Celebrates 2025 National Award Winners

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC (May 8, 2025) — Magnet Schools of America (MSA) announced its 2024-2025 awards recipients during MSA 2025, April 7-10, 2025, in Nashville, TN. More than 1,700 magnet leaders and educators came together to network, share innovative practices, and celebrate excellence in magnet and theme-based education. “We are incredibly proud to […]

Region VI Principal of the Year: Suzanne Luzzi

Region VI Principal of the Year: Suzanne Luzzi

A visionary leader, Suzanne Luzzi has transformed Jungman from a school facing closure into a thriving STEM magnet program, providing students with hands-on learning experiences that foster critical thinking, creativity, and leadership.

Region V Principal of the Year: Paul M. Jackson

Region V Principal of the Year: Paul M. Jackson

A transformative leader with over 21 years in education, Paul M. Jackson has propelled Scotlandville to new heights through innovative programming, rigorous academic pathways, and strong industry partnerships.

Region IV Principal of the Year: Dr. Jacqueline Jordan

Region IV Principal of the Year: Dr. Jacqueline Jordan

With over 30 years of experience in magnet education, Dr. Jacqueline Jordan has been a transformational leader, ensuring that Enloe continues to be a model of academic excellence, equity, and student empowerment.

Region III Principal of the Year: Shannon Brennan

Region III Principal of the Year: Shannon Brennan

A dedicated leader in international education, Brennan has transformed Mildred Helms into a thriving International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) magnet school, fostering a culture of inquiry, global citizenship, and academic excellence.

Region II Principal of the Year: Rebecca McMurrin

Region II Principal of the Year: Rebecca McMurrin

Under Rebecca McMurrin's leadership, Grant High School’s magnet program has flourished, serving students from 27 different linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Region I Principal of the Year: Benjamin Honoroff

Region I Principal of the Year: Benjamin Honoroff

Under Benjamin Honoroff's leadership, MS 50 has undergone a dramatic transformation, evolving from a struggling school with declining enrollment to one of the most sought-after middle schools in District 14.

MSA Celebrates 2024 National Award Winners

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York City (April 19, 2024) — Magnet Schools of America (MSA) announced its 2024 award recipients during MSA 2024, the National Conference on Magnet Schools, held April 16-20, 2024. More than 1,800 magnet leaders and educators came together in New York City to celebrate top-performing schools and learn best practices on […]

Region VI Principal of the Year: Jamie Cole

Region VI Principal of the Year: Jamie Cole

In the six years that Jamie Cole has been at Hyde, she has successfully transformed what was previously a magnet “in name only” into a robust program that exemplifies all facets of MSA’s five pillars.  

Region V Principal of the Year: Kimberly Kindred

Region V Principal of the Year: Kimberly Kindred

As principal of Richardson West Junior High Arts and Technology Magnet, Principal Kindred said she has been dedicated to exploring new ways to celebrate student achievement, growth, and positive behavior.


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