California State Science Fair Results

Kern County has a history of shaping the future of science and technology, producing numerous scientists over the years who have contributed to the field.  That tradition continues as Kern County celebrates the fact that ten students recently received awards at the California State Science Fairs held April 30th & May 1st at the California [...]

Chevron awards grants to 90 teachers

Chevron Tuesday (Aug. 9) awarded nearly $56,000 to 90 teachers as part of the company’s “Energy for Learning” classroom grants program. The grants range from $400 to $1,500.
In addition, 12 projects were singled out as “Chevron Energy for Learning Innovation Stars” for what was termed “out of the box” initiatives. The 12 teachers [...]

Learning Center’s Materials Lab Sparks Ideas

The Learning Center is many things. The Beginning Teacher Evaluation and Assessment intern program has a presence. The California Assistance Technology Project (CTAP) is based there. You’ll find The Learning Resources Display Center which features textbooks used in our classrooms. There’s also a computer lab and conference room. It’s used to judge student competitions such [...]

Fruitvale, Warren students, return from National History Day Competition

Students from Warren and Fruitvale junior high began heading home Thursday, June 14 after participating for four intense days in the National History Day competition.

While no Kern team placed in the top three this year, that didn’t dampen the enthusiasm and spirit of team members and coaches.

“My students are winners and I couldn’t be more [...]

Treat Dad to a CALM Day on Father’s Day

All fathers or grandfathers who visit the California Living Museum, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., on Father’s Day, June 19, will receive 50 percent off the admission fee. Plus, all fathers will be able to enter a drawing for a Family Membership. Don’t forget to visit the award-winning Cats of California Exhibit.
In CALM’s gift store you will [...]

Twice the honors for eight schools

School may be out for the summer, but eight took their leave from vacation to be honored not once, but twice, as extraordinary role models in education leadership and student achievement.
In April, the California Department of Education (CDE) recognized five schools for being exemplary state public middle and high schools designated by CDE as California [...]

Stockdale High finishes at state ‘Academic Decathlon’

Stockdale High School of Bakersfield achieved many of its goals at the California “Academic Decathlon” competition which concluded today (March 14) in Sacramento. Stockdale wound up overall in 32nd place. Approximately 500 high schools and 13,000 students from 39 counties and districts participate in the California Academic Decathlon starting at the regional level.
Stockdale’s first year [...]

Posse Gives Special Kids, Special Day at Fair

It’s been a tradition for more than four decades – as far back as anyone can recall. Thursday, Sept. 30, was no different as the Kern County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse hosted almost 1,900 special needs students, their parents, teachers and aides at Special People Day at the Kern County Fair.
Children arrived in wheelchairs, walkers, had [...]

Fruitvale First in Nation in National History Day Competition

Fruitvale Junior High today took first place in the National History Day competition Junior Group Performance category. The competition was held at the University of Maryland. An estimated 2,000 students from 48 states competed. The District of Colombia and Department of Defense schools competed in the national competition.

Three of the Fruitvale group – Calvin Laverty, [...]

Bus Driver Earns Statewide Recognition

Veteran school bus driver Essa Hall was named the State of California School Bus Driver of the Year, one of only two in the state to receive such recognition. The award was presented June 9, 2010 by California Highway Patrol Capt. Brian M. Smith, commander of the Bakersfield CHP office.
The presentation, held in the Greenfield [...]

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