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BHS Students Hold Walkout in Support of Student Allegedly Burned by Security
A Bakersfield High School (BHS) student, Bridgette, was allegedly held down by a security guard against metal plates, receiving second-degree and third-degree burns on her body, according to a social media post from her mother, Kristian.
Arvin High Announces New Career Technical Pathway Program
Arvin High School (AHS) created a new hospitality program for the 2026-2027 academic year to align with Bakersfield College’s two-year hospitality program after the opening of Hard Rock Casino Tejon.
Community Comments On Ongoing Negotiations During BCSD Meeting
During Tuesday’s Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) meeting, the public expressed their concerns about the ongoing negotiation settlement process between Bakersfield Elementary Teachers Association (BETA) and the district.
Parents Address Barriers They Faced Navigating the School System, Resources that Helped
Photo from PIQE Retreat from PIQE website.
Parents gathered at a retreat with the Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE) to address the importance of advocating for their children in the school system and the difference that resources can make.
Statewide Political Training Program Sees Little Central Valley Participation
Emerge California, a political training organization for Democratic women, has trained more than 900 participants since its founding in 2002.
Community Schools Advocates Remain Hopeful Towards the End of State Budget Cycle
Monday, the California legislature voted to pass the state budget by the June 15 deadline; however, negotiations continue until Governor Newsom signs the budget on July 1.
BCSD Opens Process to Rename Cesar Chavez Elementary
On May 11, the Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) announced that it would begin the process of renaming Cesar Chavez Elementary School and invited students, employees, and community members to recommend a new name for the school.
Advisory Committee Recommends “Unity High School” in DJUHSD Renaming Process
On May 12, the Delano Joint Union High School District (DJUHSD) Board of Trustees held its regular meeting, where one agenda item focused on the proposed renaming of Cesar E.
Bakersfield Community Members Attend Rally for May Day
Community members gathered in downtown Bakersfield on May 1 for a May Day (International Workers’ Day) rally.
BC to Hosts Open Forums for Presidential Finalists
Students, faculty, and community members are invited to open forums with the final three candidates for the Bakersfield College President position.