Olivenhain Municipal Water District Spotlights 2026 Poster Contest Winners

The Olivenhain Municipal Water District Board of Directors recognized the winners of the 2026 North County Water Agencies Fourth Grade Water Awareness Poster Contest at its May board meeting.

Now in its 33rd year, students were asked to create artwork depicting the theme “Love Water, Save Water.” All participating students learn about the region’s water supply and the need for water conservation as part of the contest.

“The annual poster contest offers future water stewards the chance to showcase their creativity and share their understanding of why saving water is so important,” said board president Matthew Hahn. “On behalf of the entire board, a heartfelt thank you to every student who participated this year, and a big congratulations to all the winners!”

Winning Entries Reflect Respect for the Environment

Winning entries were submitted by students Austin M. from Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School, Yohan R. from Monterey Ridge Elementary School, and Kira S. from Stone Ranch Elementary School.

Austin’s poster features an image of the Earth as a crying eye, with oceans forming tears that flow into the word ‘Water.’ His poster highlights the urgency of conserving water and protecting the planet.

Yohan’s entry showcases an hourglass filled with water flowing from a faucet. It symbolizes that time is of the essence and every drop counts. The poster also includes the messages ‘Love Water, Save Water’ and ‘Preserve Every Drop.’

Kira’s poster depicts a vibrant underwater scene filled with marine life. It includes a whale, fish, turtles, and coral. Her poster emphasizes the potential impacts of water pollution with the phrase “Say No to Plastic” and “To Love Water, Save Water.”

All three winning posters will be featured in the 2027 North County Water Awareness Calendar.