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Community raises concerns over Earlimart School District’s spending and layoffs
Through a post shared on social media by Delano Life, community members were able to read in detail what parents, teachers, and families are asking from the Earlimart School District.
“We will always fight”: Kern County students rally for immigrants
On Wednesday, high schools in Bakersfield led a peaceful protest, showing their solidarity for those who cannot use their own voice.
Dreaming beyond the borders: DACA recipients in Kern County share their stories
Born in Pueblo, Mexico, Christal Barrientos was always told by her family to be proud of who she was and where she was from—not defined solely as an immigrant in the United States, but as a little girl with a dream of becoming a doctor.
Ten Commandments in classrooms? Community weighs in
In December, Pastor Angelo Frazier urged the Board to include the Ten Commandments in classrooms, igniting a debate over religion in schools.
Candidates share visions for Kern County schools at public forum
On Thursday evening, community members gathered at the MLK Community Center to meet and hear from local school board candidates seeking seats across several key educational districts.
CalFresh Healthy Living hosts resource fair to boost access to fresh, local produce
In honor of National Farmers Market Week, CalFresh Healthy Living (CFHL) will be hosting a resource fair on Saturday, August 10, from 7:45 a.m.
Bakersfield College announces free English classes in Arvin starting this fall
On Thursday, the Bakersfield College (BC) Arvin Educational Center announced a significant initiative to support farm-working families in Arvin and Lamont: free English classes will be offered every Monday and Wednesday from August 26 to December 11 at the Caliente Creek Community Center, thanks to a partnership with SelfHelp Enterprise.
New law prevents schools from disclosing student gender identity changes to parents
On Monday, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law that will bar school districts from passing policies that require schools to notify parents if their child asks to change their gender identification.
High schools in Kern County hope to improve dismal college requirement courses rate
While most high school students are out on summer vacation, school district offices remain open as administrators continue to work and prepare for the new school year which is only a few weeks away.
In rural Kern, schools embrace community concept education
“We are the hub of this community, there’s nothing out here. No grocery stores, no banks, no libraries,” said Cindy Castro, Superintendent for the Vineland School District southeast of Bakersfield.