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Kern High School District Annual Notice to Guardians and Parents
 
Below is the link to the 2025-2026 Annual Notice to Parents and Guardians handbook, which contains valuable information about the Kern High School District’s policies and procedures, as well as sections with information about attendance, athletics/activities, student conduct, equity and nondiscrimination, graduation, college and career readiness, student health and safety, technology resources, parent/guardian rights and responsibilities, testing, records, surveys, and much more. 
 
 
Special Education Policies/Procedures
 
Dispute Resolution
 

The goal of the Kern High School District Special Education Department is to work together with families to ensure students receive the services and supports they need. Most concerns can be addressed through open communication with your student’s teacher, case manager, or school administrator.

 

If a concern cannot be resolved informally, there are formal processes available to help resolve disagreements, including:

  • IEP Team Meetings – You may request a meeting at any time to review and discuss your student’s Individualized Education Program.

  • Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) – A voluntary, collaborative process that helps families and schools reach agreement without filing a formal complaint.

  • Mediation – A neutral mediator from the California Department of Education (CDE) can assist in reaching a mutually acceptable resolution.

  • Due Process Hearings – A formal legal process for resolving disagreements about a student’s special education program.

  • State Complaints – You may file a complaint with the CDE if you believe a school has violated special education law.

Helpful Resource:

 
2025-2026 Student Attendance Calendar
 
The District Student Calendar is provided here, but please visit your school's website to see more specific information about the daily/weekly class schedule for your site.
 
KHSD Find My School Link
 
Click HERE to find your student's school of attendance.
 
Child Find
 
Child Find is a legal requirement under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that requires all school districts to identify, locate, and evaluate children who may have a disability and need special education and related services.
 
Bullying
 
The Kern High School District believes that all students have a right to a safe and healthy school environment and will not tolerate behavior that infringes on the safety of any student. Below are links providing information on bullying and how to report it.
 
 
Special Education Acronyms
 
Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH)
 
The mission of OAH is to provide a neutral forum for a fair and independent resolution of administrative matters, ensuring due process and respecting the dignity of all.
 
Kern County Community Services Providers Directory
 

Click HERE for the most current Kern County Community Services Providers Directory provided by the Kern County Department of Human Services. 

 

 
Kern County Youth Resource Guide