Tehachapi Unified School District

05/18/2026

🎉✨ Happy Classified School Employee Week! ✨🎉

At Tehachapi Unified School District, we proudly recognize the incredible contributions of our classified staff. From our bus drivers and custodians to paraprofessionals, office staff, food service teams, and maintenance crews—you are the backbone of our schools.

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment ensure that our campuses are safe, welcoming, and running smoothly every single day. While much of what you do happens behind the scenes, the impact you make is seen and felt across our entire district.

Thank you for the essential role you play in supporting our students, staff, and community. We appreciate you not just this week, but all year long.

05/12/2026

Join us in congratulating Edmund "Ned" Maino, who was recently named a finalist for the prestigious 2026 Kern County Teacher of the Year award! This recognition comes after a rigorous application and screening process, and we are incredibly proud to have him representing Tehachapi Unified School District.

Mr. Maino teaches Economics, U.S. History, AP Government, and AP Economics with a level of rigor that prepares students not only for exams, but for informed citizenship. Students know that when they enter his classroom, they will be challenged, inspired, and genuinely seen. His courses demand critical thinking, analysis, and intellectual courage. Yet despite these high expectations, he maintains exceptional rapport with students. He has the rare ability to make complex economic and governmental concepts accessible, relevant, and exciting!

Beyond the classroom, Mr. Maino's leadership defines campus culture. He serves as a department chair, head class advisor, and club advisor, and he is consistently present at student events. Whether he is chaperoning dances or serving as the spirited voice of Warrior baseball, his commitment signals to students that they matter as people.

His rigor, heart, leadership, and relentless pursuit of excellence embody the highest ideals of teaching. Mr. Maino is now eligible to apply for the California Teacher of the Year program. Please join us in celebrating this incredible, well-deserved honor!

05/06/2026

Today is National School Nurse Day! While we have already begun celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week, it is the perfect time to highlight our dedicated health team. Since our Credentialed School Nurses are a vital part of our certificated staff, we are proud to celebrate them alongside our educators while also recognizing the essential support of our LVNs and Health Clerks.

Our entire medical team serves as advocates and leaders who keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn. Whether they are managing chronic conditions, supporting mental health, or providing direct care, they work tirelessly to break down barriers to healthcare access.

Please join us in thanking our School Nurses, LVNs, and Health Clerks for the "Uncompromising Excellence" they bring to our schools every day!

You can learn more about the impact of these professionals at www.schoolnurseday.org.

05/04/2026

🍎✨ Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! ✨🍎

At Tehachapi Unified School District, we are proud to recognize and celebrate our incredible teachers. Thank you for the heart, dedication, and passion you bring to your classrooms each and every day. You do far more than teach lessons; you inspire curiosity, build confidence, and shape the future of our students and community.

Join us in celebrating our teachers this week!

05/04/2026

05/04/2026

Lunch menu for May & June:

03/17/2026

Tehachapi High School's Advanced Drama Class Presents Noses Off

Tickets can be purchased at https://omella.com/f2emg