More fun from the Color Run 🎨
Color Run 2025 was a great success!
Thank you to our amazing Parent Club for sponsoring the event. Both students and staff had a fantastic time and truly enjoyed the event.
Our 6th grade students had a successful and memorable week at Camp KEEP last week. They participated in a variety of hands-on activities, explored local ecosystems, and built strong connections with their classmates through team-building exercises. Highlights included guided nature hikes, tide pool explorations, and evening campfire programs. Students returned home with new knowledge, great memories, and a deeper appreciation for the environment.
Tonight we honored our 8th Grade students who earned a 3.0 GPA this whole year. Congratulations to: Kayla G, Miguel E, Jorge V, Jesse B, Ingrid P, Jonathan G, Alexander G, Isabella G, and Joshua S.
Tonight we honored our 8th Grade students who earned a 3.0 GPA this whole year. Congratulations to: Cesar D, Adrian R, Kevin P, Jasmine R, Vivian P, Kimberly E, Bryce S, Jovany M
Another successful Ag Day at Buttonwillow School. A huge thank you to our community partners for bringing tractors, hats, prizes, animals, and lunch to share the importance of agriculture with our students.
Middle school students had the opportunity to visit an Avantus solar site today. During the field trip, students explored how solar energy is generated.
Buttonwillow School is proud to recognize our Teacher of the Year-Sonia Rangel and Paraprofessional of the Year for. Buttonwillow and Kern County-Delores Medrano!
Our BW music students had an awesome time at the symphony this weekend! They enjoyed a special pre-symphony dinner at the Bakersfield Museum of Art. The symphony featured LA Phil’s Boris Allakhverdyan and the Bakersfield Youth Symphony Orchestra!
Another successful project has been completed by Mr. Parrish's 3rd Quarter AG Mechanics elective class. Students put in great effort to build a multi-functional bench that offers both seating and workspace for outdoor use.
Introducing our newest Mild/Moderate Elementary RSP TK-5 teacher Ms. Hernandez. Interviewed by Johnathan and Cesar.
Another interview from our photojournalists: Sofia Zirangua/Kayla Guzman/Jasmin Rivera
Our photojournalism students are capturing the stories behind the faces of our newest teachers. Through interviews and photos, they’re bringing to life the unique journeys that make our educators so inspiring. Credit to Noemi Acosta, Kim Lozano, and Juan Carlos Llamas Acosta.
This year’s Science Fair was held on March 11th at the Mechanics Bank Convention Center. Six girls from our Buttonwillow school, grades 6–8, attended. Although they did not win an award for their science project, they had a great time and gained valuable experience for next year.
📸 Our Photojournalist students, Bryce Santillian and Johnathan Garcia, did a fantastic job capturing the energy and excitement of the event. Great work!
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Buttonwillow School Welcomes Big Air BMX for an Unforgettable Show!
Last week, Buttonwillow School had the privilege of hosting our BMX friends from Big Air BMX for an action-packed assembly. The show was a high-energy event that combined extreme sports with powerful motivational messages.
Professional BMX athletes wowed the crowd with jaw-dropping stunts, demonstrating skill, precision, and fearless determination. Alongside their incredible tricks, the riders shared inspiring stories about perseverance, hard work, and overcoming challenges, encouraging students to stay committed to their goals and never give up.
A huge thank you to Big Air BMX for bringing such an exciting and meaningful experience to our school!
📸 Photo credit: Bryce Santillian & Johnathan Garcia
Our new Community Resource Center is open.
Thanks to KCSOS for highlighting our Ribbon Cutting Event.
https://news.kern.org/2025/02/buttonwillow-union-school-district-opens-new-early-learning-family-resource-center/
Introducing Buttonwillow's Cheerleaders!
A huge shoutout to our amazing cheer squad, led by Ms. Leon. These talented young girls brought the energy, spirit, and enthusiasm that helped fuel our athletes to victory today.
Great job, ladies! You were awesome 💙💛
Today, we had the pleasure of hosting Semitropic School for an exciting matchup in boys' and girls' basketball. Both teams played hard, showing incredible teamwork and determination on the court. In the end, Buttonwillow came away with the victories!
Buttonwillow’s Family Fiesta Dance was a huge success! The dance floor was packed, the music kept everyone moving, and the vibrant decorations brought the whole event together. A big thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate and make it a night to remember!
