COUNSELING CORNER
“Preferencing” (Course Selection) Updates:
After completing preferencing with the Class of 2027 during the first week of March, counselors will continue meeting with students to discuss and select classes for the 2026–2027 academic year.
Class of 2028: Counselors will call World History classes in the upcoming week (March 9–13) to assist students with course and elective selection. Class of 2029: Course and elective selection will be completed with English classes later in the month, beginning March 20–26.
Fest in the Nest – Incoming Freshman Event:
Counselors invite our incoming Falcons (Class of 2029) and their families to attend Fest in the Nest Thursday, March 12th 5:30-7:30 for an opportunity to meet administrators, counselors, teachers, support staff, coaches, and club advisors while learning more about Independence High School’s athletics, programs, student life, and campus.
Families will also be able to pick up registration packets and other resources to prepare students for freshman registration.
Freshmen Registration Dates:
Monday, March 16 or Monday, March 23 4:30 – 7:30 PM (Cafeteria)
What Families Can Expect?
- Turn in new registration packet
- Meet with a counselor to select freshman classes
- Discuss summer school options
- Take a student ID photo
- Purchase items such as PE clothes, yearbooks, ASB stickers, and more
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Early Out Schedule - 2:53 Release
3/9/2026
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Varsity Boys Golf @ Sundale
3/9/2026
Sundale Country Club, 6218 Sundale Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309, USA
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FFA Chapter Meeting @5pm
3/10/2026
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Boys Tennis vs Liberty - V(H) JV(A)
3/10/2026
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JV/Varsity Baseball @ Clovis East (3pm)
3/10/2026
Clovis East High School, Library, 2940 Leonard Ave, Clovis, CA 93619, USA
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Boys Tennis vs Ridgeview - V(A) JV(H)
3/12/2026
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FS Softball @ South (4pm)
3/12/2026
South High School, 1101 Planz Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93304, USA
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JV/Varsity Softball vs South (4pm)
3/12/2026
Independence High School, 8001 Old River Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93311, USA
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Freshman Orientation (Class of 2030)
3/12/2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Independence High School, 8001 Old River Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93311, USA
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FS Baseball vs Ridgeview (4pm)
3/13/2026
Independence High School, 8001 Old River Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93311, USA
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Swim Meet @ Santa Maria High
3/13/2026
Santa Maria High School, 901 S Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454, USA
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Varsity Boys Tennis @ Madera South Tournament
3/13/2026 – 3/14/2026
Madera South High School, 705 W Pecan Ave, Madera, CA 93637, USA
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JV/Varsity Baseball Tournament
3/14/2026
Independence High School, 8001 Old River Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93311, USA
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Track Meet @ Delano HS
3/14/2026
Delano High School, 1331 Cecil Ave, Delano, CA 93215, USA
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Greetings, Falcon Families!
Spring is in the air! We had a busy week, with choir and band/orchestra concerts, athletic tournaments, our awards ceremony for winter sports, and the reveal of this year’s prom theme: Gatsby’s Golden Gala! We’re looking forward to some fun spring activities, including activities in the quad, a LISTOS retreat, and the 2nd-annual Big Art and Food Festival! Our BSU/Project BEST/YWEL groups are excited to host their end-of-the-year celebration on March 26, where they’ll honor their graduating seniors! Remember, state testing for our juniors begins this week, so please help them do their best by getting them to school on time and with a hearty breakfast!
As we approach Spring Break, please remind your students that confetti eggs are strictly prohibited on campus - students found with them will be subject to disciplinary action. Thank you for helping keep our campus clean and safe!
If you have an incoming freshman, make sure to mark your calendar for Freshman Orientation on Thursday, March 12! Then, we’ll have two separate dates for registration: March 16 and March 23! We’re excited to welcome the Class of 2030!
The grading window for Quarter 3 ends this Friday, so if your student is struggling in one or more subjects, please encourage them to attend our after-school tutoring sessions available on Tuesdays through Thursdays (late transportation provided).
Another valuable resource that’s available to students at school and at home is Tutor.com. This website provides 24/7 live, online tutoring services to students in any subject. Tutoring can be via text or video chat, and all tutors are highly trained professionals that can support students with any needs they might have. This includes reviewing concepts, homework assistance, essay analysis, and study help for upcoming tests. Find more information on Kern High’s Digital Resource page.
Interested in more ways to get involved at IHS? Looking for some additional resources? Our Parent and Family Center is here to help! Find out how to become an “observer” on Canvas to track your student’s academic progress.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 661.834.8001 - we appreciate your support!
Sincerely,
Guillermo Alvarado, Ed.D
Principal, Independence High School
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Earn your State Seal of Civic Engagement!
Is your senior student interested in receiving their State Seal of Civic Engagement on their diploma? Here is the required criteria; if you or your student have any questions, please reach out to their social studies teacher or their counselor.
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