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Three Porterville Military Academy educators were honored at the California Association of Teachers of English Convention for their exceptional impact in literacy instruction and English learner empowerment. Kimberly Agustin received the prestigious Classroom Excellence Award, while Destiny Warren and Shawny Bledsaw led a standout session on narrative teaching strategies for ELL students.

Monache freshman AlexAndrea Corona led a standout showing at the CIF State Wrestling Championships with a fourth-place finish at 120 pounds. Wrestlers from Monache and Porterville High battled through intense brackets, with several coming just one win shy of earning a state medal.

After nearly nine decades, Strathmore High boys basketball captured a historic Central Section Division 5 title with a 45–41 win over Granite Hills. Fueled by Isaiah Colunga’s clutch performance and a resilient team defense, the Spartans sealed a storybook finish at Selland Arena.

A long-range shot from Angelique Gonzalez and stellar goalkeeping from Alina Soto lifted the Grizzlies to a 1-0 victory over Riverdale for the Division VI crown. The gritty win sends Granite Hills to the State Regional Playoffs with momentum—and belief that anything is possible.

Monache High School junior Kristy Cha has been selected to represent her community at the prestigious California Girls State 82nd Session this June. Chosen for her leadership, service, and academic excellence, Cha will join 500 students statewide in a hands-on government and civic engagement experience at Sacramento State.

Granite Hills boys soccer battled through three straight road games to claim the Central Section Division V title. The Grizzlies capped their playoff run with a 2-0 shutout over Nipomo, earning a spot in the CIF State Regional Playoffs.

Porterville High School’s varsity boys soccer team celebrates their dramatic 2-1 overtime victory against Fresno in the Central Section Division III championship at Rankin Stadium. Camilio Pulido’s clutch goal in the final minutes of double overtime sealed the Panthers’ second straight title, sending the team—and the crowd—into a frenzy.

Porterville Military Academy cadets dominated at the State Marksmanship competition in San Luis Obispo, bringing home 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishes—showcasing their discipline, teamwork, and commitment to safety and excellence.

Twelve wrestlers from Monache and Porterville High are headed to Bakersfield for the State Championships after standout performances at Masters, with top finishes from Bailey Hoard, Khloe Soria, and Aaliyah Tapia leading a deep, determined local contingent.

Harmony Magnet Academy senior Jaydyn Justice Drake brought the arts to life on one of the world’s most prestigious stages, performing at Carnegie Hall as part of the Honors Performance Series and inspiring others with her passion, talent, and determination to chase her dreams.

Monache FFA is back on top with another state title in citrus judging—Andrew Gutierrez claimed the individual crown while Monache’s A and B teams swept second and third, continuing a legacy of excellence rooted in agriculture, teamwork, and lifelong skills.

With their third straight Tulare County Academic Decathlon title, Harmony Magnet Academy has solidified its place as an academic dynasty—headed to state with a seasoned, student-led team and their sights set on even greater success.

From Monache High to UC Berkeley, alumna Anayeli Ramirez is turning passion into purpose—featured in 3M’s Green Works docuseries, she’s now inspiring the next generation of PUSD students tackling climate action through real-world sustainability projects.

The Class of 2038 is on its way! With excitement, pride, and big dreams, PUSD families are enrolling their youngest learners in kindergarten and UTK, marking the first step in a journey that begins now and reaches far into the future.

Monache FFA swept both divisions at the Don Laux Memorial Citrus Judging Contest, leading a field of over 140 students from across the Central Valley in a hands-on test of agricultural skill, precision, and industry knowledge.

During winter break, Granite Hills High students traded the classroom for turnout gear, taking part in a three-day Fire Academy with Porterville Fire Department to experience firsthand the physical challenges, skills, and teamwork it takes to become a firefighter.

From building LEGO propeller cars to exploring the science of snowflakes, PUSD’s Winter STEAM Camp brought students from across the district together for a week of creativity, curiosity, and hands-on learning during winter break.

Strathmore High clinched the George Glover Memorial Tournament title with a commanding win over CVC, led by MVP Dayanara Topete and a trio of all-tournament standouts.

With more than 100 entries from across the Central Valley, the 4th Annual Porterville Film Festival showcased standout storytelling from Monache and Granite Hills students, earning top honors and lighting up the big screen at Galaxy Theatre.