Tehachapi Wind Festival
Tehachapi Wind Festival
H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection will be an informational vendor at the Tehachapi Wind Festival
Time: Noon - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Meadowbrook Park
21750 Westwood Blvd. Tehachapi
Contact Timaree at 661-854-9539 timaree_torres@heartsfrc.org
Arco Iris / Autism Support Group (Spanish)
Arco Iris / Autism Support Group (Spanish)
Time: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Activity: Family Day at the Park (Spray Park) Location: Jastro Park
2900 Truxtun Ave. Bakersfield 93301
Contact Karina 661-328-9055 karina_vela@heartsfrc.org
Grupo de Apoyo Arco Iris/ Autismo(Espanol)
Grupo de Apoyo Arco Iris/ Autismo (Espanol)
Hora: 11:00am-1:00pm
Actividad: Día en Familia en el Parque (Parque Acuático)
Lugar: Jastro Park 2900 Truxtun Ave. Bakersfield 93301
Contacte a Karina 661-328-9055 karina_vela@heartsfrc.org
Delano, McFarland, Wasco Support Group (English & Spanish)
Delano, McFarland, Wasco Support Group (English & Spanish)
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Topic: Improving Access to Resources - Part 2
Presenter: Claribel Gutierrez, Field Representative for Assemblywoman Dr. Bains
Location: Delano School District 1405 12th Ave. Delano
*If you would like to attend through Zoom:
Contact Laura at 661-979-4663 at least one day in advance at laura_nachor@heartsfrc.org
Grupo de Apoyo Delano, McFarland, Wasco (Ingles & Espanol)
Grupo de Apoyo Delano, McFarland, Wasco (Ingles & Espanol)
Hora: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Tema: Mejorar el Acceso a Los Recursos - Parte 2
Presentadora: Claribel Gutierrez, Representante de Campo de la asambleísta Dr. Bains
Lugar: Delano School District 1405 12th Ave., Delano
Si desea asistir por Zoom, contacte a Laura con al menos un día de anticipación.
661-979-4663 laura_nachor@heartsfrc.org
Ridgecrest Support Group (English & Spanish)
Ridgecrest Support Group (English & Spanish)
Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Topic: Requesting IEPs, 504 Plans & More
at 661-328-9055
Zoom link available upon request
Ridgecrest Support Group (English & Spanish)
Grupo de Apoyo Ridgecrest (English & Spanish)
Hora: 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Lugar: Zoom
Tema: Solicitud de IEP, Planes 504 y Más
Contacte a Laly al 661-328-9055 laly_tenorio@heartsfrc.org
Enlace de Zoom disponible a peticion
Community Resource Fair
Boys & Girls Clubs of Kern County are hosting a Community Resource Fair!
Location: Armstrong Youth Center - 801 Niles Street
See Flyer for more information!
Contact: Natalie Martinez 661-325-3730
NMartinez@bgckc.org
Tehachapi Daytime Support Group (English)
Tehachapi Daytime Support Group (English)
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Speaker: Shawn White, Pathpoint
Location: Willow Springs Clubhouse - 14556 East Tehachapi Blvd. Tehachapi, CA
Contact Timaree by phone at 661-854-9539 or by email: timaree_torres@heartsfrc.org
Kern River Valley Support Group (English)
Kern River Valley Support Group (English)
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Topic: How to Combat Burnout
Location: Lake Isabella
First Baptist Church - 3701 Suhre St. Lake Isabella, CA
Contact Lily at 661-328-9055 or by email: lily_brooks@heartsfrc.org
Grupo de Apoyo Kern River Valley (Ingles)
Grupo de Apoyo Kern River Valley (Ingles)
Hora: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Tema: Cómo Combatir el Agotamiento
Lugar: Lake Isabella
First Baptist Church - 3701 Suhre St. Lake Isabella
Contacte a Laly al 661-328-9055 laly_tenorio@heartsfrc.org
Grupo de Apoyo Tehachapi de Dia (Ingles)
Grupo de Apoyo Tehachapi de Dia (Ingles)
Hora: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Orador: Shawn White, de Pathpoint
Lugar: Willow Springs Clubhouse 14556 East Tehachapi Blvd. Tehachapi, CA
Contacte a Karina al 661-328-9055 karina_Vela@heartsfrc.org
Tehachapi Evening Support Group (English)
Tehachapi Evening Support Group (English)
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Topic: Jay Nolan Services plus Mother's Day Goodies
Location: Family Life Pregnancy Center, 103 East "D" St., Tehachapi Corner of “D” & Green, enter ramp to side building on Green St. Enter on side of building facing Green St around the corner, up the ramp.
Contact Timaree 661-854-9539
Grupo de Apoyo Tehachapi en la Tarde(Ingles)
Grupo de Apoyo Tehachapi en la Tarde (Ingles)
Hora: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Tema: Servicios Jay Nolan Y Regalos para el Día de la Madre
Lugar: Family Life Pregnancy Center - 103 East "D" St., Tehachapi
En la esquina de ‘D’ y Green; entrar por la rampa al edificio lateral sobre Green St.
Contacte a Timaree 661-854-9539
Grupo de Apoyo Bakersfield en la Tarde(Ingles)
Grupo de Apoyo Bakersfield en la Tarde (Ingles)
Hora: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Tema: Lineas de Tiempo del IEP
Lugar: H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection
4500 California Ave., 93309
Contact Karina 661-328-9055 x4130
Enlace de Zoom disponible a peticion
Bakersfield Evening Support Group (English)
Bakersfield Evening Support Group (English)
Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Topic: IEP Timelines
Location: H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection
4500 California Ave. 93309
Contact Lily 661-328-9055
lily_brooks@heartsfrc.org
Zoom link available upon request
KHSD Comite Consultivo de la Comunidad CAC
KHSD Comite Consultivo de la Comunidad CAC
Hora: 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Lugar: Kern High School District
Salon Starrh
5801 Sundale Ave. Bakersfield, 93309
Contacte a Teresa Smith: teresa_smith@kernhigh.org
para ser agregado a la lista de correo
KHSD CAC
KHSD CAC
Time: 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Location: 5801 Sundale Ave. Bakersfield, 93309
Starrh Classroom
Contact Teresa Smith to get on the email list:
Grupo de Apoyo Ridgecrest (Ingles)
Grupo de Apoyo Ridgecrest (Ingles)
Hora: 3:00-4:30 p.m
Tema: Todo Sobre Mí: Carpetas Para Padres
Lugar: 400 N. China Lake Blvd.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Contacte a Laly para obtener el enlace de
Zoom 661-328-9055 X4128
Ridgecrest Support Group
Ridgecrest Support Group
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Topic: All About Me, Parent Binders
Location: 131 E. Las Flores Ave. Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Contact Laly at 661-328-9055 X4128 if you wish to join through Zoom.
BCSD Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
BCSD Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
Meetings are from 9:30-11:30 am at the Special Education Office
222 34th St., Bakersfield, 93301
Contact Ashley Wahl: 661-631-5863
BCSD Comité Asesor Comunitario (CAC)
BCSD Comité Asesor Comunitario (CAC)
Las reuniones son de 9:30- 11:30 a.m. en la Oficina de Educación Especial
222 34th St., Bakersfield, 93301
Contacte a Ashley Wahl al 661-631-5863
Grupo de Apoyo Delano, McFarland, Wasco
Grupo de Apoyo Delano, McFarland, Wasco
Hora: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Tema: Mejorar el Acceso a Los Recursos Presentora: Claribel Gutierrez, Representante de campo de la asambleísta Dr. Bains
Lugar: Delano School District
1405 12th Ave., Delano
Si desea asistir por Zoom, contacte a Laura con al menos un día de anticipación.
661-979-4663
Delano, McFarland, Wasco Support Group (English & Spanish)
Delano, McFarland, Wasco Support Group (English & Spanish)
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Topic: Improving Access to Resources
Presenter: Claribel Gutierrez, Field Representative for Assemblywoman Dr. Bains
Location: Delano School District
1405 12th Ave. Delano
If you would like to attend through Zoom, contact Laura at 661-979-4663 at least one day in advance.
Grupo de Apoyo Bakersfield en el Dia (Ingles)
Grupo de Apoyo Bakersfield en el Dia (Ingles)
Hora: 10:00 am-12:00pm
Tema: «¿Qué significa esto realmente para mi hijo en la escuela?». Aprenda a interpretar la sección de «niveles actuales» del IEP y comprenda cómo la discapacidad de su hijo afecta aspectos como la lectura, la escritura, el comportamiento y las tareas diarias en el aula; y por qué es posible que observe comportamientos, dificultades o fortalezas diferentes en casa.
Lugar: H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection
4500 California Ave.
Contacte a Karina 661-328-9055
karina_vela@heartsfrc.org
Enlace de Zoom disponible a peticion
Bakersfield Morning Support Group (English)
Bakersfield Morning Support Group (English)
Time: 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Topic: "What does This Really Mean for My Child in School?" Learn how to read the Present Levels section of the IEP and understand how your child's disability affects things like reading, writing, behavior, and daily classroom tasks; and why you might see different behaviors, struggles, or strengths at home.
Location: H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection
4500 California Ave. 93309
Contact Karina 661-328-9055
Karina_vela@heartsfrc.org
Zoom link available upon request.
Clinica de IEP
Clinica de IEP
Hora: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Lugar: H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection
Llame y registrese para una cita @ 661-328-9055
Leigh: x4127
Grace: x4129
Karina: x4130
Lily: x4126
Laly: x4128
IEP Clinic
IEP Clinic
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sign up for an appointment @ 661-328-9055
Choose an extension option:
Leigh: x4127
Grace: x4129
Karina: x4130
Lily: x4126
Laly: x4128
Arco Iris / Autism Support Group (Spanish) (Copy)
Arco Iris / Autism Support Group (Spanish)
Time: 10:00 am-1:00pm
Topic: Mother's Day Celebration - Potluck style
Location: H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection
4500 California Ave. 93309
Upstairs Conference Room
Contact Grace 661-328-9055
Grupo de Apoyo Arco Iris/ Autismo
Grupo de Apoyo Arco Iris/ Autismo
Hora: 10:00am-1:00pm
Tema: Celebracion del Dia de Las Madres
Estilo «potluck»
Lugar: H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection
4500 California Ave. 93309
Sala de conferencias segundo piso
Contacte a Grace 661-328-9055
North High Mental Health Fair
North High Mental Health Fair
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Location: North High School
300 Galaxy Ave. Bakersfield
Open to the general public.
Feria de Salud Mental de Escuela Secundaria North
Feria de Salud Mental de Escuela Secundaria North
Hora: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Lugar: North High School
300 Galaxy Ave. Bakersfield
Abierto al Publico
Give Big Kern
Support Children & Families by Donating to H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection
Go to GiveBigKern.org
Search for: H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection
MORE INFORMATION:
https://heartsconnection.org or 661-328-9055
Transition Fair
KEAN HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
TRANSITION FAIR
JOIN US FOR A FREE PUBLIC EVENT CONNECTING FAMILIES WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES THAT SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
FOR INFORMATION CONTACT:
TERESA SMITH (661) 366-4401 TERESA_SMITH@KERNHIGH.0RG
CHAD_BLAIN (661) 386-4401 CHAD_B LA I N@KERNHIGH.ORG
See flyer for more info!
FERIA DE TRANSIClON
DISTRITO DE ESCUELAS SECUNDARIAS DE KERN DEPARTAMENTO DE EDUCAClON ESPECIAL
FERIA DE TRANSIClON
PARA MAS INFORMACION, CONTACTE
TERESA SMITH
(661) 366-4401
CHAD SMITH
(661) 366-4401
CHAD_BLAIN@KERNHIGH.ORG
UBICACION
GIMNASIO DE LA ESCUELA SECUNDARIA-DEL ORO
1750 E. PANAMA LANE BAKERSFIELD, CA 93307
Specially Yours Conference
Join us for a full day of support, connection, and empowerment for parents and caregivers of students with disabilities. Join us for a meaningful and informative experience featuring:
Inspirational Guest Speakers
Meeting with other parents
Resourceful vendors
Lunch included
Date/Time:
April 24, 2026
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location:
Bell Tower Plaza - District Room
1200 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield
Facilitators/Presenters:
Carolyn Cummings, LMFT, PhD.
Estefany Ruiz
Dahlia Habashy
Brandi Church, BCBA
Kayla Bueltel, LEP
Saul Gonzaga, BCBA
Audience:
Parents
Cost:
$10.00
Event Contact:
Dolores Jimenez
kccselpa@kern.org
Additional Details:
Doors open at 8 a.m. Breakfast and lunch to be served. This a parent and caregiver event only. Please no children in attendance.
Click Here to Register: https://www.events.kern.org/event/b9106bfc-fae5-4cfc-bd29-16c86b7f30db/regPage:9f8576ee-3367-4efc-8abe-64abad6825e4
Conferencia Especialmente Para Usted
Join us for a full day of support, connection, and empowerment for parents and caregivers of students with disabilities. Join us for a meaningful and informative experience featuring:
Inspirational Guest Speakers
Meeting with other parents
Resourceful vendors
Lunch included
Date/Time:
April 24, 2026
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location:
Bell Tower Plaza - District Room
1200 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield
Facilitators/Presenters:
Carolyn Cummings, LMFT, PhD.
Estefany Ruiz
Dahlia Habashy
Brandi Church, BCBA
Kayla Bueltel, LEP
Saul Gonzaga, BCBA
Audience:
Parents
Cost:
$10.00
Event Contact:
Dolores Jimenez
kccselpa@kern.org
Additional Details:
Doors open at 8 a.m. Breakfast and lunch to be served. This a parent and caregiver event only. Please no children in attendance.
Click Here to Register: https://www.events.kern.org/event/b9106bfc-fae5-4cfc-bd29-16c86b7f30db/regPage:9f8576ee-3367-4efc-8abe-64abad6825e4
Ridgecrest CAC Meeting
Ridgecrest CAC Meeting
Time: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Sierra Sands SELPA Office
1327 North Norma St. Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Reunión del CAC de RidgecrestComité Asesor Comunitario(CAC siglas en ingles)
Reunión del CAC de Ridgecrest Comité Asesor Comunitario (CAC siglas en ingles)
Hora: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Lugar: Sierra Sands SELPA Office
1327 North Norma St. Ridgecrest, CA 93555