
Centennial 4th graders have spent the past several weeks getting ready for their “Gold Dust or Bust” play. Today they performed in front of families and our primary students. Not only have they been practicing performance skills, but they have learned all about the gold rush! ❤️🐻🪨⛏️🎭










Please join the Bakersfield Police Department at a scheduled community meeting on Wednesday, June 11th, from 6pm to 8pm to be held at Kern City Town Hall. Attending the meeting will be command staff, officers, and specialists assigned to our newly formed Bakersfield Police Community Engagement Division. The purpose of the meeting is to share our strategic plan and address community concerns. This meeting is designed to facilitate dialogue as we work together to enhance neighborhood safety.
Hope to see you there!



Independence Patriot pride was on full display at this year’s 6th grade awards banquet. Principal's List and Honor Roll students along with their families were treated to a yummy lunch at Hodels and fabulous decorations! Your PTC is so proud of all of you hard working kiddos!📚🧠







Centennial’s SDC Cubs and Families enjoyed a Sensory Night filled with water play, sand tables, bubbles, and a whole lot of fun! Many thanks to the SDC teachers & staff, speech department, and other support providers for putting on such a lovely event! ❤️🐻🫧💦









Thank you to the amazing Independence PTC for sponsoring such a fun BMX assembly. Thank you to @BMXfreefreestyleteam for putting on such an exciting show! 😀👏🏻😃👏🏻




☀️ Recess fun is in full swing at Del Rio! With just 8 days left of school, our Dolphins are soaking up the sunshine, laughter, and good vibes. Summer is just around the corner, and we’re making the most of every moment! 🐬









Patriots Students learned how to design 3-Dimensional figures. This ELOP window, students designed their own name tag. As students watched their print come to life, they got to learn about the 3D printer components.








Rosedale North had their first official family picnic 🧺 this week along with a used book sale in the library! Families gathered out on the playground to eat lunch and enjoyed some great weather.☀️











Centennial Elementary hosted our annual art show at Open House. Students worked all year long with PTC’s art teacher, Miss K, to create projects to fit the theme: Up, up, and away! ❤️🐻⛅️











Centennial Cubs were able to show off their hard work at Open House. Families enjoyed walking through classrooms and visiting with teachers as the 24-25 school year comes to a close. 🐻❤️







Centennial’s egg update: Mrs. Maybee said the eggs have hatched! Her second graders are taking care of all of their little chicks! ❤️🐻🥚 🐣🐥






Patriot Elementary 1st and 2nd graders got to try their hand at potato sack races during recesses this week! Thank you to our yard activity aides for their creativity! 😃










Congratulations to Rosedale Union School District's 2025 Golden Apple Recipients!!! 💛🍎
Certificated - Melissa Miranda, Teacher at RMS
Certificated - Danyelle Cushman, Principal at American
Classified - Nancy O'Dwyer, Special Education Aide at Rosedale North
Classified - Brandy Schott, Lead EDC Aide at Patriot
Community - Todd Davis, Parent, Volunteer and PTC Board Member at Centennial Elementary
Community - Chris Amick, CS Construction Contractor







Almondale’s 6th graders were talon-ted with the Freedom Middle School Falcons pep rally challenges!!! We had a blast hearing about the middle school experience from middle schools and the amazing staff! Way to go All Stars and our future Falcons!
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Patriot Elementary celebrated our amazing teachers and support staff this week! It takes a village to make things happen at Patriot and our crew is LIGHTS OUT! 🙌🏼











Centennial’s 4th-6th Grade Battle of the Books team faced off with students from all over the north region of Bakersfield today. Congratulations to our super readers!! ❤️🐻📚💪🏻







Del Rio kids brought the energy and excitement to Battle of the Books these last two days! 😃 From page turning trivia to team spirit and big laughs, our students showed off their love of reading and had an absolute blast. We’re so proud of their teamwork, enthusiasm, and brainpower, way to go, readers! 🙌🏼📚❤️




We all matter! Listen, love and support ❤️



Centennial’s 3rd Grade Battle of the Books joined with many other schools from across the county to celebrate the love of reading. Students have been reading books from a list this year in preparation for this battle. ❤️🐻📚









Our Almondale PTC put on a magical event for our families! Magic with Mom conjured up wand-erful time for all! 🐰🪄🎩💙💚🌟




