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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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Magnolia School District Celebrates Two Honorees at the 2026 OC Music and Arts Administrators Awards

Magnolia School District is proud to announce that two District employees have been selected as honorees for the 2026 Orange County Music and Arts Administrators Awards (OCMAA), recognizing their exceptional leadership and commitment to Arts education.
Presented annually by the Orange County Department of Education in partnership with the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, the OCMAA Awards honor educators, administrators, and advocates across Orange County who champion high-quality Arts education and expand access to creative learning opportunities for students.
Spelling Bee Winners

Spelling Bee Winners

At the March 12 Board meeting, Magnolia School District’s 2025–26 Spelling Bee winners were recognized and awarded certificates for their impressive achievement.
Dr. Frank Donavan, Superintendent

Dr. Frank Donavan Receives 2026 ACSA Region 17 Dr. Janice Billings Award

Magnolia School District proudly congratulates Dr. Frank Donavan on being named the recipient of the 2026 ACSA Region 17 Dr. Janice Billings Award. This award recognizes administrators that demonstrate exceptional leadership in the area of student advocacy, especially in advocating for students who face exceptional circumstances and obstacles.
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School News Update March 2026

The March 2026 Edition of School News and Podcast is now available!

Across the district, schools are creating meaningful experiences that strengthen learning and community. Students were welcomed by Anaheim Police during a special morning visit, one campus earned national recognition as a 2026 America’s Best Schools Award finalist, and families joined a hands-on math workshop to better support learning at home. Other highlights included a Father-Daughter Dance, student-led literacy fundraisers, Kindness Week activities, a “Lunch With a Loved One” event, a Kids Heart Challenge promoting wellness and service, and a solar cooker project that brought science and engineering to life.
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School News Update November 2025

The November 2025 Edition of School News and Podcast is now available!

Learn about afterschool clubs that build leadership and creativity, reading programs that boost literacy, student leadership opportunities, cultural celebrations, family engagement events, academic excellence recognitions, technology and esports innovation, community partnerships, and character-building activities that inspire lifelong learning.