KHSD hosting events for potential teachers

The Kern High School District is hosting virtual Teacher Information Nights in the coming days.

According to a news release from KHSD, potential teacher candidates can choose from the following information sessions: April 20 and April 27 from 4-5 p.m. or 5-6 p.m.

The news release stated that teacher candidates will learn more about teaching with KHSD, the application process, virtual interviews and open positions. Breakout rooms will also be available to meet school site administrators.

Minimum qualifications for teacher candidates must include a bachelor’s degree and the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST).

For more information or to sign up, visit TeachBakersfield.com.

Questions can be emailed to teachbakersfield@kernhigh.org.

The Kern County Public Works Department will host two separate Bulky Waste Collection Events in the coming weeks.

According to a news release from the department, bulky waste includes household appliances such as refrigerators and water heaters, mattresses, furniture, electronics and other large household items. All items will be accepted free of charge.

The department said the events are put on in part to help prevent the illegal dumping issues that are prevalent throughout the county.

Here are the upcoming events:

• Saturday, April 24 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Open Lot on Lost Hills Road, located north of Fire Station 26.

• Saturday, May 1 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Buttonwillow Recreation & Park District, located at 556 Milo Ave. in Buttonwillow.

The news release stated that items not accepted at the events will include construction waste, demolition and remodeling waste, tires, household trash, green waste, hazardous waste and commercial waste.

The department asks residents to tarp or secure their load prior to transportation.

For more details, visit the public works website at www.KernPublicWorks.com or follow the department on Facebook@KernCountyPublicWorks.