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Fri May 8, 2026 | District News

Josh Benitez Signs with UCLA Program, Moves Closer to Film School Dream

After years of surpassing expectations and pursuing his passion for film and animation, Josh Benitez is taking the next step toward independence and his dream career after being accepted into UCLA’s Extension Pathway Program.

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Thu May 7, 2026 | Community News

Three Finalists Named Kern County Teachers of the Year

Every year, dozens of Kern County educators rise through the ranks of their school and their district to be named Teacher of the Year, but only three become finalists to earn recognition from the state of California. The Kern County Superintendent of Schools (KCSOS) office recognized all these outstanding individuals Thursday evening at the annual Kern County Education Champions of the Year celebration Thursday evening at the Historic Bell Tower Plaza. There, KCSOS announced the three finalists for the prestigious 2026 Kern County Teacher of the Year award. The trio is now eligible to apply for the California Teacher of the Year program.

By Katie Avery

Thu May 7, 2026 | KCSOS News

Young Voices Imagine a Better Kern County in Annual Essay, Speech Contest

Students from across Kern County shared bold ideas imagining how they would improve their community during the Kern County Superintendent of Schools annual Speech and Essay Writing Contest. From expanding healthcare access and reducing homelessness to planting urban forests and improving public spaces, winning students delivered thoughtful speeches aimed at creating a better future for Kern County.

By Robert Meszaros

Wed May 6, 2026 | District News

Rio Bravo-Greeley Breaks Ground on Electric Bus Depot

Coming soon, students in the Rio Bravo-Greeley Union School District (RBG) will be riding to campus in style in a new fleet of electric school buses. The district broke ground Wednesday on its new electric school bus depot, which will house and support charging infrastructure for eight new zero-emission electric school buses.

By Katie Avery

Tue May 5, 2026 | District News

Senior Spotlights: Sierra Sands Students Serving Success

Four seniors from Burroughs High School in the Sierra Sands Unified School District are leaving behind their homes in Ridgecrest and preparing to take their next steps after graduation, each carrying with them a story of perseverance, leadership, and service. From medicine and law to engineering and military service, these students have turned ambition into achievement while making a difference in their school and community.

By Katie Avery

Mon May 4, 2026 | Spotlight

2026 Kern County STEAM Olympiad Results Announced

On May 2, 2026, approximately 1,200 fourth- through eighth-grade students participated in Kern County’s annual STEAM Olympiad sponsored by the Sentinel Peak Resources, Kern County Science Foundation, Kern County Math Council, California Math Council, and Kern County Superintendent of Schools. Check out the results.

By Erin Pruitt

Fri May 1, 2026 | District News

Young Coders Showcase Creativity at 2026 Kern Codes Skoolcade

Students from across Kern County put their creativity and technical skills to the test during the 2026 Kern Codes Skoolcade, a game design competition that brought together aspiring developers in grades 4 through 8. Held April 23 at LER, the annual event challenged students to design and present original video games, blending storytelling, coding, and problem-solving into interactive experiences.

By Robert Meszaros

Thu April 30, 2026 | Spotlight

Afterschool STEAM Program Expands Opportunities for East Kern Students

From sketching owls to coding with microbits, after-school learning in Mojave is sparking creativity and curiosity in new ways. A growing STEAM program is connecting students to real-world learning—and inspiring future educators along the way.

By Erin Pruitt

Mon April 27, 2026 | District News

Wallace Elementary Students Find Confidence in New Fitness Initiative

Wallace Elementary celebrated the first graduates of the Danny’s Fitness4Kids program, a new fitness program helping students build confidence and lifelong healthy habits through fun, movement-based activities.

By Erin Pruitt

Sat April 25, 2026 | District News

Winners Announced in the Kern County Oral Language Festival

More than 256 students brought stories to life at Stonecreek Jr. High School Saturday for the 55th annual Kern County Oral Language Festival. The students, who rose through the ranks of their own school, district, and regional competitions, presented a three-to-five minute humorous or serious interpretation of a published literary work.

By Katie Avery

Thu April 23, 2026 | Community News

Mountain View Officially Dedicated as Newest Panama-Buena Vista Campus

The Panama-Buena Vista Union School District (PBVUSD) celebrated the completion of Mountain View TK-8 School on Thursday morning with a dedication ceremony that reflected the school’s growth from elementary school to a combined elementary and middle school.

By Katie Avery

Wed April 22, 2026 | Community News

Elk Hills Students Plant 40 Trees for Earth Day Celebration

The students of the Elk Hills School District are giving their school a gift that will be passed down for generations to come. In celebration of Earth Day on Wednesday, they came together with volunteers in the community to plant 40 sapling trees on campus grounds.

By Katie Avery

Tue April 21, 2026 | District News

Students Make Their Voices Heard at Anti-Tobacco Podcast Event

Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) clubs from 10 different schools gathered at the historic Bell Tower Plaza on Tuesday afternoon to brainstorm ideas and record their own podcast during the third annual Youth Against Commercial Tobacco Summit.

By Katie Avery

Tue April 21, 2026 | Spotlight

Through Her Lens — Analise Gil’s Journey from Driller Nation to USC

From the sidelines of Bakersfield High School’s football field, senior Analise Gil has turned her passion for photography into a new opportunity as she pursues her dream at USC.

By Erin Pruitt

Mon April 20, 2026 | Community News

Rio Bravo Greeley Cuts the Ribbon on Renovated Aquatic Center

Rio Bravo-Greeley Union School District leaders held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday to celebrate the newly renovated Ed Edgmon Aquatic Center.

By Katie Avery

Sat April 18, 2026 | KCSOS News

Valley Oaks CTE Students Exhibit Projects in Senior Showcase

Seniors at Valley Oaks Charter School (VOCS) showed off their final projects Thursday evening during the 2026 Senior Showcase. The students are part of the Capstone Career Technical Education (CTE) program focusing on art, design, architecture, metalworking, woodworking and more.

By Katie Avery

Fri April 17, 2026 | District News

Standard Families Recharge at Aprons in Bloom Event During Testing Season

Students and parents came together for Aprons in Bloom, a hands-on evening of cooking, wellness and family fun designed to help Standard School District families recharge during testing season.

By Erin Pruitt

Fri April 17, 2026 | District News

Kern County Students Earn State Recognition in Kids Art Contest

Several talented students from Kern County are being celebrated as state-level winners in the 6th Annual Child Abuse Prevention Month Kids Art Contest, a statewide competition that invited youth to showcase their hopes and aspirations through this year’s theme, My Big Dream.

By Robert Meszaros

Wed April 15, 2026 | District News

Kern County Educators, Leaders Honored at Freedom Dreaming Event

Educators and community leaders gathered at KCSOS’s Bell Tower Plaza for the opening of the Freedom Dreaming conference, where the 2026 EMBRACE Champion Awards honored local changemakers advancing equity and opportunity for Kern County students. The event is supported by the Los Angeles County Office of Education’s GENIUS Initiative, KCSOS, and partners including 21CSLA.

By Robert Meszaros

Sun April 12, 2026 | District News

Kern County Honors 2026 Classified Employees of the Year

Nine outstanding educators are being recognized for the critical roles they play behind the scenes in Kern County schools. Meet the 2026 Classified Employees of the Year and learn how their work is making a difference for students every day.

By Robert Meszaros

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Diagnosed with autism and an intellectual disability at a young age, Josh Benitez has spent years defying expectations while pursuing his passion for film and animation. 🎬💙💛 Today, surrounded by proud family, classmates, and teachers decked out in UCLA blue and gold, Josh celebrated being accepted into the UCLA Extension Pathway Program, bringing him one step closer to his dream of working at a Hollywood movie studio. Read his inspiring story in our latest EdConnect at www.edconnectkern.org.

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Diagnosed with autism and an intellectual disability at a young age, Josh Benitez has spent years defying expectations while pursuing his passion for film and animation. 🎬💙💛 Today, surrounded by proud family, classmates, and teachers decked out in UCLA blue and gold, Josh celebrated being accepted into the UCLA Extension Pathway Program, bringing him one step closer to his dream of working at a Hollywood movie studio. Read his inspiring story in our latest EdConnect at www.edconnectkern.org.

Happy Friday! Before you jump in to the weekend, take a look at some incredible job opportunities here at KCSOS:

Child Development Center Aide - Part Time
Cook (11 months)
Culinarian
Dean of Student Programs - Valley Oaks Charter School (Bakersfield) (2026-2027)
Flex Driver
Food Service Assistant- Part Time
Indemnity Claims Examiner- Workers’ Compensation
Indemnity Claims Examiner- Workers’ Compensation (Fresno/Clovis, CA)
Indemnity Claims Examiner- Workers’ Compensation (Sacramento, CA)
Instructional Aide V - Interpreter for the Deaf
School Nurse - Special Education (2026-2027)
Seasonal Lead Cook - KEEP (Central Coast of California)
Supervisor - Food & Nutrition Services
Teacher - Multiple Subjects K-8 (Valley Oaks Charter School - Tehachapi) (2026-2027)
Teacher, Special Day Class - Deaf and/or Hard of Hearing (2026-2027)

To view job descriptions or apply, visit edjoin.org/kcsos.

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Happy Friday! Before you jump in to the weekend, take a look at some incredible job opportunities here at KCSOS:

Child Development Center Aide - Part Time
Cook (11 months)
Culinarian
Dean of Student Programs - Valley Oaks Charter School (Bakersfield) (2026-2027)
Flex Driver
Food Service Assistant- Part Time
Indemnity Claims Examiner- Workers’ Compensation
Indemnity Claims Examiner- Workers’ Compensation (Fresno/Clovis, CA)
Indemnity Claims Examiner- Workers’ Compensation (Sacramento, CA)
Instructional Aide V - Interpreter for the Deaf
School Nurse - Special Education (2026-2027)
Seasonal Lead Cook - KEEP (Central Coast of California)
Supervisor - Food & Nutrition Services
Teacher - Multiple Subjects K-8 (Valley Oaks Charter School - Tehachapi) (2026-2027)
Teacher, Special Day Class - Deaf and/or Hard of Hearing (2026-2027)

To view job descriptions or apply, visit edjoin.org/kcsos.

Students at El Camino Real Elementary in the Arvin Union School District explored future careers during the school’s first-ever Career Day held Thursday. Students had an opportunity to visit with first responders, healthcare professionals, media specialists, and more through hands-on activities and classroom presentations, designed to help students begin envisioning future career pathways and the opportunities available to them.

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Students at El Camino Real Elementary in the Arvin Union School District explored future careers during the school’s first-ever Career Day held Thursday. Students had an opportunity to visit with first responders, healthcare professionals, media specialists, and more through hands-on activities and classroom presentations, designed to help students begin envisioning future career pathways and the opportunities available to them.

At this evening’s Kern County Education Champions of the Year celebration, KCSOS honored 57 district-level Teachers of the Year and nine Classified Employees of the Year from across Kern County.

After a rigorous application and screening process that included written responses, classroom videos, letters of recommendation, and site visits, Angel Rose Gabion of Kern High School District (@kernhighschooldistrict), Edmund “Ned” Maino of Tehachapi Unified School District (@tehachapiusd), and Amanda Meszaros of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District (@pbvusd) were named finalists for the prestigious 2026 Kern County Teacher of the Year award. The trio is now eligible to apply for the California Teacher of the Year program.

Read more about these inspiring educators and all of this year’s honorees on EdConnect at the link in our bio or at edconnectkern.org.

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At this evening’s Kern County Education Champions of the Year celebration, KCSOS honored 57 district-level Teachers of the Year and nine Classified Employees of the Year from across Kern County.

After a rigorous application and screening process that included written responses, classroom videos, letters of recommendation, and site visits, Angel Rose Gabion of Kern High School District (@kernhighschooldistrict), Edmund “Ned” Maino of Tehachapi Unified School District (@tehachapiusd), and Amanda Meszaros of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District (@pbvusd) were named finalists for the prestigious 2026 Kern County Teacher of the Year award. The trio is now eligible to apply for the California Teacher of the Year program.

Read more about these inspiring educators and all of this year’s honorees on EdConnect at the link in our bio or at edconnectkern.org.

Elementary school students shared bold ideas imagining how they would improve their community during KCSOS`s annual Speech & Essay Competition held Wednesday evening. From expanding healthcare access and reducing homelessness to planting urban forests and improving public spaces, winning students delivered thoughtful speeches aimed at creating a better future for Kern County. Read the full story and check out the results at www.edconnectkern.org.

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Elementary school students shared bold ideas imagining how they would improve their community during KCSOS's annual Speech & Essay Competition held Wednesday evening. From expanding healthcare access and reducing homelessness to planting urban forests and improving public spaces, winning students delivered thoughtful speeches aimed at creating a better future for Kern County. Read the full story and check out the results at www.edconnectkern.org.

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Coming soon, students in the Rio Bravo-Greeley Union School District (RBG) will be riding to campus in style in a new fleet of electric school buses. The district broke ground Wednesday on its new electric school bus depot, which will house and support charging infrastructure for eight new zero-emission electric school buses.

Read more about this exciting project in our latest EdConnect at edconnectkern.org or at the link in our bio.

Jasmine Casas Flores, Emaan Ahmad, Andy Ha, and Dustin Bui (shown in the photo from left to right) are leaving Burroughs High School with more than accomplishments. They are carrying purpose, resilience, and a deep commitment to serving others.

From designing accessible technology to pursuing medicine, law, and military service, each student has turned challenges into momentum and ambition into action. Their journeys reflect the strength of their community and the impact of students who are driven to make a difference.

Read more about their inspiring paths in our latest Senior Spotlight story on EdConnect at edconnectkern.org or by clicking the link in our bio.

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Jasmine Casas Flores, Emaan Ahmad, Andy Ha, and Dustin Bui (shown in the photo from left to right) are leaving Burroughs High School with more than accomplishments. They are carrying purpose, resilience, and a deep commitment to serving others.

From designing accessible technology to pursuing medicine, law, and military service, each student has turned challenges into momentum and ambition into action. Their journeys reflect the strength of their community and the impact of students who are driven to make a difference.

Read more about their inspiring paths in our latest Senior Spotlight story on EdConnect at edconnectkern.org or by clicking the link in our bio.

Teachers are the unsung heroes, delivering inspiration, knowledge, and motivation every day! #ThankATeacher during National Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4-8) and stay tuned to our page as we will announce the Kern County Teachers of the Year later this week!

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Teachers are the unsung heroes, delivering inspiration, knowledge, and motivation every day! #ThankATeacher during National Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4-8) and stay tuned to our page as we will announce the Kern County Teachers of the Year later this week!

The Battle continues 📚🔥

Today marked the first day of the 4th–6th grade competition at Kern County’s Battle of the Books, where students from across the region put their reading knowledge, teamwork, and quick thinking to the test at CALM Zoo. Good luck to all the students competing this week.

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The Battle continues 📚🔥

Today marked the first day of the 4th–6th grade competition at Kern County’s Battle of the Books, where students from across the region put their reading knowledge, teamwork, and quick thinking to the test at CALM Zoo. Good luck to all the students competing this week.

More than 1,000 fourth through eighth grade students from dozens of Kern County schools competed in a series of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) challenges during the annual Kern County STEAM Olympiad held today at Liberty High School. A big thank you to Sentinel Peak Resources for its generous $10,000 gift to support STEAM education. Full results will be posted soon.

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More than 1,000 fourth through eighth grade students from dozens of Kern County schools competed in a series of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) challenges during the annual Kern County STEAM Olympiad held today at Liberty High School. A big thank you to Sentinel Peak Resources for its generous $10,000 gift to support STEAM education. Full results will be posted soon.

The dance floor was full of smiles and laughter as students in KCSOS’s special education program at Wasco High School celebrated their annual prom made possible by the continuous support of Wasco’s Woman’s Club! The event also featured a memorable milestone, as students had the opportunity to celebrate their very first prom queen and king.

THANK YOU so much to the Woman’s Club for their continuous support and for making such special, lasting memories possible for our students!

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The dance floor was full of smiles and laughter as students in KCSOS’s special education program at Wasco High School celebrated their annual prom made possible by the continuous support of Wasco’s Woman’s Club! The event also featured a memorable milestone, as students had the opportunity to celebrate their very first prom queen and king.

THANK YOU so much to the Woman’s Club for their continuous support and for making such special, lasting memories possible for our students!

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From sketching owls to coding with microbits, after-school learning in Mojave is sparking creativity and curiosity in new ways. A growing STEAM program is connecting students to real-world learning—and inspiring future educators along the way.

Members of the Kern County Board of Education spent time today at North Kern Community School hosting a picnic and activities for RISE students and their families.

Through their “Rise and Shine” outreach, board members engaged with students on a personal level, meeting those they hadn’t yet had the chance to connect with and reinforcing that every student is seen, known, and valued.

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Members of the Kern County Board of Education spent time today at North Kern Community School hosting a picnic and activities for RISE students and their families.

Through their “Rise and Shine” outreach, board members engaged with students on a personal level, meeting those they hadn’t yet had the chance to connect with and reinforcing that every student is seen, known, and valued.

On this School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, we’re celebrating the dedicated drivers who safely transport students each and every day. Just ask Dymond, one of our talented Flex Drivers!

Inspired by their impact? We’re looking for a Flex Driver to join our team. If you’re interested in a meaningful career behind the wheel, apply now at edjoin.org/kcsos.

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On this School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, we’re celebrating the dedicated drivers who safely transport students each and every day. Just ask Dymond, one of our talented Flex Drivers!

Inspired by their impact? We’re looking for a Flex Driver to join our team. If you’re interested in a meaningful career behind the wheel, apply now at edjoin.org/kcsos.

The Leaders in Life Executive Committee gathered at Bell Tower Plaza this past Saturday for their annual retreat, spending the day reflecting on the past year and looking ahead to what’s next. In between conversations and planning, students made the most of the space, teaming up for a lively game of Jeopardy that brought energy, collaboration, and a little friendly competition to the day.

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The Leaders in Life Executive Committee gathered at Bell Tower Plaza this past Saturday for their annual retreat, spending the day reflecting on the past year and looking ahead to what’s next. In between conversations and planning, students made the most of the space, teaming up for a lively game of Jeopardy that brought energy, collaboration, and a little friendly competition to the day.

Movement, confidence, and a whole lot of joy are par for the course at Wallace Elementary, where students are building healthier habits and gaining confidence through the Danny’s Fitness4Kids program. From running and climbing to learning about nutrition, this initiative is helping students feel strong, capable, and excited to move.

Read more about how this program is making an impact across Kern County on EdConnect at the link in our bio or at edconnectkern.org.

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Movement, confidence, and a whole lot of joy are par for the course at Wallace Elementary, where students are building healthier habits and gaining confidence through the Danny’s Fitness4Kids program. From running and climbing to learning about nutrition, this initiative is helping students feel strong, capable, and excited to move.

Read more about how this program is making an impact across Kern County on EdConnect at the link in our bio or at edconnectkern.org.

Love to cook? Love the Central Coast? Camp KEEP is hiring a Lead Cook for the 2026-2027 school year! Check out all the details on the position and how to apply at edjoin.org/kcsos.

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Love to cook? Love the Central Coast? Camp KEEP is hiring a Lead Cook for the 2026-2027 school year! Check out all the details on the position and how to apply at edjoin.org/kcsos.

More than 256 students brought stories to life at Stonecreek Jr. High School Saturday for the 55th annual Kern County Oral Language Festival today. The students, who rose through the ranks of their own school, district, and regional competitions, presented a three-to-five minute humorous or serious interpretation of a published literary work. See the results and photo gallery at edconnectkern.org.

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More than 256 students brought stories to life at Stonecreek Jr. High School Saturday for the 55th annual Kern County Oral Language Festival today. The students, who rose through the ranks of their own school, district, and regional competitions, presented a three-to-five minute humorous or serious interpretation of a published literary work. See the results and photo gallery at edconnectkern.org.

A huge thank you to everyone who came aboard for our 5th Annual KEEP CALM Jamboree. We had a blast charting a course for a great cause with you! ⚓️

We’re incredibly grateful to our amazing sponsors, including our presenting sponsor @valleystrongcu, as well as our dedicated volunteers and fantastic vendors who helped bring the night to life.

We’ll be sharing more photos from the evening in the coming days, stay tuned!

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A huge thank you to everyone who came aboard for our 5th Annual KEEP CALM Jamboree. We had a blast charting a course for a great cause with you! ⚓️

We’re incredibly grateful to our amazing sponsors, including our presenting sponsor @valleystrongcu, as well as our dedicated volunteers and fantastic vendors who helped bring the night to life.

We’ll be sharing more photos from the evening in the coming days, stay tuned!

Parents from across Kern County gathered at the Bell Tower Plaza today for the Kern County SELPA’s 2026 Specially Yours Conference, an inspiring day focused on connection, support, and empowerment for parents and caregivers of students with disabilities. Families had the opportunity to network with one another while exploring resources from community vendors dedicated to supporting their students’ needs.

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Parents from across Kern County gathered at the Bell Tower Plaza today for the Kern County SELPA’s 2026 Specially Yours Conference, an inspiring day focused on connection, support, and empowerment for parents and caregivers of students with disabilities. Families had the opportunity to network with one another while exploring resources from community vendors dedicated to supporting their students’ needs.

KCSOS was happy to join Panama-Buena Vista Union School District (@pbvusd) on officially dedicating its newest TK–8 campus, a space designed for growth, connection, and 21st-century learning. From an edible garden to dual language opportunities, Mountain View is already becoming a place where students feel seen, supported, and inspired.

Read more about the campus in our latest EdConnect at the link in our bio or at edconnectkern.org.

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KCSOS was happy to join Panama-Buena Vista Union School District (@pbvusd) on officially dedicating its newest TK–8 campus, a space designed for growth, connection, and 21st-century learning. From an edible garden to dual language opportunities, Mountain View is already becoming a place where students feel seen, supported, and inspired.

Read more about the campus in our latest EdConnect at the link in our bio or at edconnectkern.org.

Happy Earth Day! Students at Elk Hills School District came together with community partners to plant 40 trees on campus turning a day of celebration into a lasting impact for generations to come. Read more about the project in our latest EdConnect at the link in our bio or at edconnectkern.org.

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Happy Earth Day! Students at Elk Hills School District came together with community partners to plant 40 trees on campus turning a day of celebration into a lasting impact for generations to come. Read more about the project in our latest EdConnect at the link in our bio or at edconnectkern.org.

Students and their families gathered at Aurora Learning Center for an inspiring evening celebrating creativity! The multipurpose room transformed into a vibrant gallery of student artwork, while community partners offered resources and interactive activities. Attendees also enjoyed raffle prizes and the chance to create their own art, making it a memorable night of connection.

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Students and their families gathered at Aurora Learning Center for an inspiring evening celebrating creativity! The multipurpose room transformed into a vibrant gallery of student artwork, while community partners offered resources and interactive activities. Attendees also enjoyed raffle prizes and the chance to create their own art, making it a memorable night of connection.

Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) clubs from 10 different schools gathered Tuesday afternoon at historic Bell Tower Plaza for the third annual Youth Against Commercial Tobacco Summit. Held in partnership with KCSOS, Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT), Blue Zones Project - Bakersfield and Kern County Public Health, the event gave middle and high school students the chance to brainstorm ideas and record their own podcast promoting healthier choices.

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Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) clubs from 10 different schools gathered Tuesday afternoon at historic Bell Tower Plaza for the third annual Youth Against Commercial Tobacco Summit. Held in partnership with KCSOS, Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT), Blue Zones Project - Bakersfield and Kern County Public Health, the event gave middle and high school students the chance to brainstorm ideas and record their own podcast promoting healthier choices.

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