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Sparks are flying at McFarland High! 🔥 Welding students are crafting more than metal — from a sign for John G. Mendiburu to a tribute gate for Steve Garza, they’re building futures and honoring legacies. 💥 Read more: bit.ly/3H9DMtS

There are 180 days in a school year. Over 13 years — from kindergarten through high school — that amounts to 2,340 days. Dylan Henderson, a senior at Maricopa High School (Maricopa Unified School District), hasn’t missed a single one. Read more: bit.ly/4kIqini

Introducing the first-ever recipients of the Superintendent’s Award at Valley Oaks Charter School! This new honor recognizes students whose impact goes beyond grades and test scores. Read their inspiring stories now on EdConnect at the following link: bit.ly/3ZBH4ME

KCSOS's AmeriCorps Mentoring Program celebrated the graduation of its latest cohort of mentors on Friday afternoon. Over the past year, these individuals have made a significant impact on students and have grown personally along the way. Join us in congratulating them!

One of the first members of Del Oro High School's senior class is Edwin Jesus Campos, who worked hard and found success with his acceptance to Stanford University. Check out Edwin's story in our latest EdConnect: bit.ly/3HnIILI

After a 2019 earthquake condemned the original campus, Sierra Sands USD celebrated a powerful milestone this week—the grand opening of the new Richmond Elementary School in Ridgecrest. Take a look behind the scenes from yesterday's ribbon cutting: bit.ly/3Ht1ql5

KCSOS's STEAM Camps are underway in Kern County at the Kern County Museum, CALM, the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, and the newly opened STEAM Yard. Over 4,000 students will participate in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for more summer memories ahead! ☀️

We are excited to announce that recruitment is underway for our AmeriCorps program! Mentors who join our team will be able to experience the joy of making a difference in the lives of students and community members. Visit this link to apply: bit.ly/4jVRmyJ

Summer vacation may have just started, but another school year will be here before we know it. Save this handy calendar to see important dates and holidays for every school district in Kern County. For a printable version, visit the following link: bit.ly/25-26holidays

KCSOS and the Kern County Library are teaming up for a summer of STEAM! The STEAM exhibit will continue throughout the summer on Mondays from 3 to 4 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Beale Memorial Library. Don't miss out!

From high school grad to triple-degree holder, Ruby Bravo is defying expectations and setting the bar high. The recent Delano High School graduate walked away with three associate degrees before even starting college. Read Ruby's story: bit.ly/4jMquks

Congratulations to Alekha Goldberg from Kern County for winning first prize at the National History Day competition in Maryland! The sixth grader from Peak to Peak Mountain Charter earned top honors in the junior individual exhibit category with her project on social justice. 🎉

From learning English as a second language to earning a nearly full-ride scholarship to UC Santa Barbara, Miriam Vasquez’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Read her story in our latest EdConnect feature: bit.ly/4jRBGfy

Thousands of students from across Kern County are sparking curiosity and a love of learning at KCSOS's Summer STEAM Camps! Check out the full photo gallery from the other camps in our latest EdConnect feature: bit.ly/3G19Srp

Big things are cooking at KCSOS! The new Central Kitchen, located at KCSOS's Service Center, is now open. This investment is a significant step forward in delivering more scratch-made, locally sourced meals to students across Kern County. Read more: bit.ly/3Tuyls7

Ridgeview High alum Nathan Chavez is headed to the University of Pennsylvania this fall, becoming the first in his family to attend a four-year university. Read our latest Senior Spotlight on EdConnect: bit.ly/4espyRo

🦷 DID YOU KNOW? 🦷 The Kern County Children’s Dental Health Network (KCCDHN) provides FREE dental screenings all year for kids under 5! Call 661-546-8903 to book your appointment today.

Nominations now open for the 2025 EMBRACE Champion Awards! Submit your nominations by Sept. 12, 2025 at the following link: bit.ly/embracechamp

Avery Cacal walked the Delano High stage with purpose—next stop: USMAPS, then West Point. 🇺🇸 Read more about his journey in our latest EdConnect: bit.ly/3GrLhMx

Happy Fourth of July! We hope you spend the day with your friends and family as you celebrate our great nation’s independence.