Principal's Message

Welcome to Acacia!

Hello! I’m Rachel McCormick, and I’m honored to serve as the principal of Acacia School. I’m excited to welcome you to our vibrant school community for the 2025–2026 school year. Whether you're a returning family or exploring Acacia for the first time, I believe strongly in the power of partnership between home and school. Together, we can provide a supportive, engaging, and high-quality educational experience for every student.

Acacia is proud of its long-standing tradition of excellence. We’ve been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School, a California Distinguished School, and a Platinum-Level PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) School—honors that reflect the dedication of our incredible staff, the support of our families, and the achievements of our students.

One of the hallmarks of our school is our commitment to academic excellence for all learners. All of our teachers from TK through 6th grade are GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) trained. This means they are equipped with strategies that support students of all abilities, ensuring instruction is engaging, challenging, and responsive to individual needs—not just for identified GATE students, but for every child.

This is my fifth year as principal at Acacia and my 25th year in education, including nearly 20 years with the Fullerton School District. I’ve worked in both elementary and junior high settings and have called Fullerton home for over two decades. My own children attended Acacia from Kindergarten through 6th grade before graduating from Troy High School. Today, my daughter is pursuing a Master’s in Architecture at Cal Baptist University, and my son is studying Business at Northern Arizona University. As a family, we love spending time outdoors—camping, hiking, and adventuring with our dog, Duke.

Acacia is truly a special place—a school where children thrive, families feel connected, and everyone is encouraged to grow. The first day of school is Monday, August 11, 2025, and we can’t wait to kick off another amazing year together!

If you’re new to Acacia or considering joining our school community, we invite you to contact our school office to learn more about enrolling at Acacia. We’d love to welcome you to our Acacia family.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions. I’m here to help and excited to partner with you to make this an exceptional year for our students!

Warmly,
Rachel McCormick
Principal, Acacia School