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Education
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Ways to maintain children’s mental and physical health over the Summer
As Summer vacation is starting, many children welcome a lot of free time. While spending the day binging a new show or playing video games may be tempting, it’s important to stay active.
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UCLA and Kern County collaborate to empower high school students with free college-level education course
This summer, UCLA will be partnering with Kern County to offer a free college-level course in Education via Zoom where Kern County students will be paired with a college mentor and receive college units.
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CAPK holds a book giveaway and resource fair
On May 24th at 4:00 p.m., Community Action Partnership Kern (CAPK) will hold a book giveaway and a resource fair for the community.
In a press release, CAPK stated that Molina Foundation donated 28,000 books for the giveaway and they are aiming to encourage a love of reading for both children and adults.
CSUB students spread awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
California State University of Bakersfield (CSUB) and the Native & Indigenous Student Coalition planned events for this year’s National Week of Action to spread awareness regarding the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW), which often includes young girls and two-spirit individuals.
Centennial’s Virtual Enterprise team tackled social isolation and won the nationals
For the first time in Bakersfield’s history, Virtual Enterprise has put the region on the map for being the best in the nation and winning the top three spots.
Raji Brar discusses the importance of education after being appointed to the CSU Board of Trustees
A heart for community and education is exactly what Raji Brar will be bringing to the California State University Board of Trustees.