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Porterville Unified School District has released the schedule for 2026 graduation and promotion ceremonies. We look forward to celebrating our students and encourage families to review the full schedule and important event information.

Harmony Magnet Academy teacher Jeromy Blackwell has been named High School Teacher of the Year in the 30th annual Central California Chinese Cultural Center Educator of the Year program. Blackwell has taught U.S. and world history at Harmony for more than 26 years and serves as the school's social science department chair. He will be celebrated at a dinner at the Chinese Cultural Center in Visalia in September.

Harmony Magnet Academy continued its Academic Decathlon dynasty at the State Championships in Santa Clara, winning four medals including two from junior Kris Kashyap, who joined the elite 7,000-point club in what the team's coach called a rebuilding year.

Monache High School sophomore Aylinn Beltran gives up her lunch period every day to volunteer with special education students through the Pivot Club, earning praise from teachers for her selfless dedication and natural leadership.

California School Board Association President Dr. Debra Schade and regional CSBA leaders visited three PUSD campuses, touring standout programs including the Granite Hills Justice Center, Starbase STEAM lab, and Porterville Military Academy's aviation training facilities.

At the March 12 School Board meeting, PUSD recognized outstanding employees from Los Robles and Monte Vista Elementary Schools, honoring teachers, a custodian, and an attendance clerk for their dedication to students, staff, and their school communities.

At a recent School Board meeting, PUSD celebrated Harmony Magnet Academy's Academic Decathlon team for winning their fourth consecutive Tulare County championship, while also recognizing outstanding staff from Harmony Magnet Academy and Porterville Military Academy for their dedication and contributions to their school communities.