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Esther L. Walter was built in 1959 and was named after a teacher, Esther L. Walter, who taught in the Magnolia School District for more than 25 years. The school was the ninth and final school built in the Magnolia School District. Walter is a Gold Ribbon School where our goal is to provide a safe and positive learning environment for all students. To fulfill our goal, the Walter staff provides rigorous Common Core standard-based instruction with integrated technology in order for our students to become 21st century learners. Walter is extremely fortunate to have the support of the community and parents and parents are involved in their student’s education. The district adopted Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) is evident when walking through the campus. Students strive to achieve exemplary behavior and are recognized daily, both in classrooms and school-wide, for exhibiting the qualities of SOAR. (Safe, Open arms, Academic, Respectful). Students at Walter are empowered in their learning through the academic supports and special programs provided by the Walter School Staff and outside agencies. Esther L. Walter is an excellent Gold Ribbon school which is recognized for the hard work and dedication of its staff, students, families and community. We look forward to partnering with you in your child’s education.

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Dr. Donavan Receives the Orange County Department of Education Music and Arts Award

Congratulations to our District Superintendent, Dr. Frank Donavan, who has been selected to receive the 2025 Orange County Department of Education Music and Arts District Administrator Award. The Award recognizes exceptional leaders who implement a high-quality, inclusive, accessible, and equitable arts education for all students.
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School News Update November 2024

The November 2024 Edition of School News and Podcast is now available!
Magnolia School District: Offers district-wide music education, with performances and a new piano lab at Juliette Low School of the Arts.

Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy: Hosts a popular Cooking Club, teaching culinary skills and teamwork to 5th and 6th graders.

Dr. Jonas E. Salk School: Fourth graders participated in Anaheim Public Utilities’ Public Power Week, learning about energy and safety.

Dr. Peter Marshall School: Expanded its Garden Club, providing students with hands-on gardening and teamwork experience.

Esther L. Walter Elementary: Uses Math Talks to promote interactive and critical thinking-based math learning.

Juliette Low School of the Arts: Sixth graders serve as Big Buddy Mentors, building leadership and supporting younger peers.

Lord Baden-Powell School: Raised over $8,000 in a Fun Run, funding educational field trips and activities.

Mattie Lou Maxwell Elementary: Student council elections give students leadership opportunities and school involvement.

Robert M. Pyles STEM Academy: Emphasizes vocabulary development to enhance reading and communication skills.

Walt Disney Elementary: Offers an after-school Fairy Tale Club, blending reading and creative projects to bring stories to life.
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Two Magnolia School District Schools Receive America’s Healthiest Schools Award

The America's Healthiest Schools award has nine recognition categories: Social-Emotional Health, Staff Well-Being, Physical Education, and Nutrition. This year, both Mattie Lou Maxwell Elementary and Esther L. Walter Elementary were recognized for their exceptional work in the Family & Community Engagement category. This category highlights schools that involve families and the community in creating a supportive environment for student health and learning.