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2024 EMBRACE Kern Equity Symposium
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We'd like to invite you to the 2024 EMBRACE Equity Symposium, which will take place on November 13th and 14th at the Bakersfield Convention Center. This two-day event will be our fourth annual symposium, packed with inspiring keynote speakers and breakout sessions. We invite you to gain invaluable knowledge and insights into best practices for equitable education. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding and make a positive impact in the classroom.
A big thank you to our sponsor, 21st Century CSLA! Their generous sponsorship will once again enable us to offer this event to all participants free of charge.
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Date / Time / Location 11/13/24, 11/14/24 8:00am - 3:00pm Bakersfield Convention Center |
| Cost Free! Thanks to our sponsor 21st Century CSLA |
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Contact Info crgilbertson@kern.org 661-636-4563 |
| Includes Continental Breakfast and Lunch |
| Register https://kern.k12oms.org/2734-249197 |
2024 History Day
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Grades 4-12
History Day is an interdisciplinary program that encourages students to research and prepare papers, exhibits, posters, performances, and documentaries on an annual historical theme. Students learn to be historical detectives and sharpen their skills as writers, artists, and performers.
History Day Teachers/Coaches Meeting: Tuesday, October 1, 2024 • 3:30 p.m.
Zoom Meeting • https://kcsos.zoom.us/j/5925700480
Intent to Participate Due: Friday, October 4, 2024
Registration Payment Deadline: Monday, January 20, 2025
Registration: http://kern.k12oms.org/1513-250641
Websites locked for judging: Friday, February 7, 2025
Historical Papers Due: Friday, February 7, 2025
Competition Day: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Larry E Reider Education Center — 2000 K Street, Bakersfield |
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Date / Time / Location 03/1/25 Larry E. Reider Building - 2000 K St. Bakersfield Ca. 93301 |
| Cost $50 Per Student Entry fee is due at time of registration packet |
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Contact Info zasafi@kern.org 661-636-4240 |
| Register http://kern.k12oms.org/1513-250641 |
Coordinator(s)
Zack Safi
zasafi@kern.org (661) 636-4240 |
21st Century Learning & Educational Tech
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Attend our "21st Century Learning" workshop to explore how technology transforms education. Discover innovative strategies and tools
that enhance teaching and learning, preparing students for future success in a rapidly evolving digital world.
21st Century Learning & Educational Tech Flyer |
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Date / Time / Location 10/24/24 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Larry E. Reider Building Room #204 |
| Cost $150.00 |
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Contact Info crgilbertson@kern.org 661-636-4563 |
| Register http://kern.k12oms.org/1 726-253325 |
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Coordinator(s)
Zack Safi
zasafi@kern.org (661) 636-4240 |
Academic Decathlon
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Kern County’s brightest minds annually clash at the annual Academic Decathlon, long referred to as the ‘Super Bowl’ of local scholastic competitions. High school teams face off in twn categories of the competition over two days — Speech, interviews, essays, mathematics, economics, science, music, art, social science and literature.
An “Oral Super Quiz” also takes place as part of the event. It’s a pressure-packed 90-minutes of excitement, run like a TV quiz show. Team members have ten seconds to collaborate and answer each question. Running totals are displayed on large, visible flip cards, bringing about enthusiastic reactions from the audience.
Academic Decathlon Coaches Meeting
Thursday, August 29, 2024 • 4:00 p.m.
Zoom Meeting • https://kcsos.zoom.us/j/3532714515
Academic Decathlon Online Essay
Monday, January 13, 2025
Virtual Competition • Link will be provided prior to event
Academic Decathlon Interview Day
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Virtual Competition • Link will be provided prior to event
Academic Decathlon Online Objective Testing
January 29, 2025
Virtual Competition • Link will be provided prior to event
Academic Decathlon Speech & Super Quiz
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Stockdale High School, Bakersfield
https://kern.org/student-events/miscellaneous/academic-decathlon/ |
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Date / Time / Location 02/01/2025 Stockdale High School |
| Cost $850.00 |
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Contact Info gelieske@kern.org 661-636-4404 |
| Register https://kern.k12oms.org/1513-251459 |
Coordinator(s)
Gena Lieske
gelieske@kern.org (661) 636-4563
Zack Safi
zasafi@kern.org (661) 636-4240 |
Accessibility Tools
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Join our professional development session on educational technology, focusing on accessibility tools for
assessment. Learn essential features for guiding student success through designated and universal supports, ensuring inclusive, effective learning
environments for all students.
Accessibility Tools flyer |
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Date / Time / Location 1/13/25 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM City Centre - Room 1B |
| Cost $250.00 |
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Contact Info crgilbertson@kern.org 661-636-4563 |
| Register HTTP://KERN.K12OMS.ORG/1726-253319 |
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Coordinator(s)
Zack Safi
zasafi@kern.org (661) 636-4240 |
Administrative Champions for Students with Disabilities
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Join 21CSLA for a transformative professional learning experience tailored specifically for school site administrators and designees who aspire to become champions for students with disabilities. Participants will gain practical strategies, tools, and insights in these engaging sessions to create an inclusive and supportive environment where all learners thrive. Led by experienced educators and inclusion specialists, each session will delve into key topics such as understanding diverse learning needs, fostering a culture of acceptance and belonging, implementing inclusive instructional practices, and promoting collaboration among staff, families, and community partners. Participants will have the opportunity to explore case studies, share best practices, and engage in reflective discussions to deepen their understanding and enhance their leadership skills. Additionally, coaching sessions will be available for those interested in personalized support and guidance on implementing inclusive practices within their school communities. By the end of this professional learning series, participants will emerge as empowered advocates and leaders, equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to champion the rights and potential of every student.
In these sessions, you will gain practical strategies and tools to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all learners. Coaching is available for those interested.
*If you cannot attend every session, feel free to drop in any session!
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Date / Time / Location 09/24/2024 | 11/05/2024 | 12/10/2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (1st and 3rd Session) 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (2nd Session) Session 1: City Centre-Room 1A, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301 Session 2: City Centre-Room 1C, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301 Session 3: Larry E. Rider-Room 204, 2000 K Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301 |
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Contact Info karuelas@kern.org 661-636-4165 |
| Who Will Benefit School Site Leaders, School Site Administrators and designees |
| Includes Materials |
| Register http://kern.k12oms.org/1500-250343 |
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Coordinator(s)
Stephanie Trickey
sttrickey@kern.org 661-636-4643
Melvin Thomas
methomas@kern.org (661) 636-4525 
Jonathan Gage
jogage@kern.org (661) 636-4841 |
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
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Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first aid. ASIST teaches participants to recognize when someone may have thoughts of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. Although ASIST is widely used by healthcare providers, participants don't need any formal training to attend the workshop—anyone 16 or older can learn and use the ASIST model.
Flyer: APPROVED Flyer - ASIST - January 30-31, 2025.pdf
Save the Date Flyer: APPROVED ASIST Save the Date 2024-2025 Flyer |
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Date / Time / Location 01/30/2025 - 01/31/2025 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Location will be provided upon registration. |
| Cost $250.00 |
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Contact Info jecoggan@kern.org 661-636-4025 |
| Who Will Benefit School Social Workers, School Counselors, School Psychologists, Mental Health Professionals |
| Includes ASIST material kits |
| Register http://kern.k12oms.org/1515-250983 |
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Coordinator(s)
Jeffrey Coggan
jecoggan@kern.org (661) 852-5660 |
Artificial Intelligence in Education
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Participants will create unique images using artificial intelligence and apply their AI to facilitate engaging classrooms. Teachers will receive templates
using AI to take back and use the next day in the class.
Artificial Intelligence in Eduction flyer |
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Date / Time / Location 9/19/24 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM City Centre - Room 1C |
| Cost $150.00 |
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Contact Info crgilbertson@kern.org 661-636-4563 |
| Register http://kern.k12oms.org/1 726-253323 |
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Coordinator(s)
Zack Safi
zasafi@kern.org (661) 636-4240 |
Back to School Bootcamp
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The Back-to-School Boot Camp provides a broad overview of the essential laws, policies, and best practices in various areas of student services. This workshop is strongly recommended for both new and experienced district/central office and site administrators, school counselors and social workers, student support personnel, and front office staff to develop and/or expand their knowledge of various student services topics, especially at the start of the new school year.
Presentation topics include:
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Date / Time / Location 9/25/2024 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Zoom |
| Cost $195.00 |
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Contact Info jespinoza@kern.org 661-636-4055 |
| Who Will Benefit District and Site Administrators, Counselors, Social Workers, Interventionists, Attendance Clerks/Office Managers, Foster and Homeless Youth Liaisons, and County and Community Partners who participate on SARBs |
| Register http://kern.k12oms.org/1515-250436 |
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Coordinator(s)
Jose Espinoza
jespinoza@kern.org 661-852-5661 |
Bank of America Speech Contest
Sponsored and judged by Bank of America employees, students in grades four through six have to write an essay on the same given theme. The best essayists in the preliminary competition
deliver their essays as a speech in their grade levels.
Essays Due
Friday, April 4, 2025
Speech Competition
Thursday, May 1, 2025 |
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Date / Time / Location 05/01/2025 6:30 pm Larry E Reider Education Center — 2000 K Street, Bakersfield CA 93301 |
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Contact Info rymurry@kern.org 661-636-4420 |
| Register https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQea3bUmknfYvDzau-HxP6KPBw5-4G6wirDMOEq_3vDfUb-A/viewform |
Coordinator(s)
Ryan Murry
rymurry@kern.org 661-636-4420 |