This week we’re featuring Ms. Dykstra, our Agricultural Teacher & one of our FFA Advisors! From being a lifeguard in Visalia to earning her degree in Ag Education from Fresno State, Ms. Dykstra’s journey is a great example of growth, courage, and passion. Thank you, Ms. Dykstra, for inspiring our students to try new things, chase their goals, and believe in themselves. We appreciate all you do for KHS! ✨

Mrs. Calderon serves as our Math Department Chair at KHS and is a true champion for student success. She is passionate about building strong relationships while helping students grow in confidence and skill in mathematics. From the classroom to leading Math and Chess Club, Ms. Calderon inspires our Lions to work hard, stay curious, and make the most of their four years at KHS. We are grateful for her positivity and commitment to our students.

KHS PLAYOFF WEEKEND IS HERE!
Mark your calendars, wear your Red, and pack the stands—our Lions are ready to ROAR!
Friday - February 13, 2026
It’s a double-header night at Kerman High School… and the energy will be electric!
Girls Soccer Playoffs (Admission is Go Fan Only)
Kerman High School Lions vs. Monache High School Marauders
Location: Kerman High School
Start Time: 6:00 PM
Boys Basketball Playoffs (Admission is Go Fan Only)
Kerman High School Lions vs. Redwood High School Rangers
Location: Kerman High School
Start Time: 6:00 PM
Two playoff battles. One campus. One community. Be there and bring the noise!
Saturday - February 14, 2026
Boys Soccer Playoffs (Admission is Go Fan Only)
Kerman High School Lions vs. Redwood High School Rangers
Location: Kerman High School
Start Time: 3:00 PM
Girls Basketball Playoffs (Admission is Go Fan Only)
Kerman High School Lions vs. Fresno High School Warriors
Location: Fresno High School
Start Time: 6:00 PM
This is playoff time—every pass, every shot, every goal, every possession matters.
Let’s pack the stands, show our pride, and support our student-athletes as they compete for a championship. Go Lions

This week, we are proud to spotlight Mr. Francisco Moralez, one of our Medical Careers Teacher and Athletic Trainer. Mr. Moralez brings passion, resilience, and heart to everything he does, whether he’s supporting students in the classroom or on the field. We are grateful for his dedication to our students and community. Thank you for all you do for our Lions!

We appreciate your continued support of our local decathletes. The Super Quiz (3:00 PM) and Awards Ceremony (6:30 PM) will be open to the public and held live at Sunnyside High School in Fresno on Saturday, February 7.
Please note that only the Super Quiz and Awards Ceremony are open to the public.

This week we’re shining the spotlight on Bobby Zavala, our Site Lead for Maintenance & Operations. Bobby takes pride in creating clean, safe spaces where our students can learn, grow, and thrive. His dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to doing his best every day make a lasting impact on our campus. We’re grateful for all he does for the KHS community!


🦁 LION STAFF SPOTLIGHT 🦁
Meet Amberly Cortes, our amazing Senior Secretary who truly makes KHS run smoothly behind the scenes. From keeping everything organized to supporting students, families, and staff with a smile, Amberly is the definition of someone who makes it happen every single day.
We are so grateful for all the heart, dedication, and positive energy she brings to our school community. 🦁❤️

Financial Aid season is here! Join us for our Spring 2026 Financial Aid Workshops to get support completing FAFSA or the CA Dream Act application. Our Learning Director team will be available to guide you step by step and answer questions.
📅 Dates: January 21, February 4 & February 25
⏰ Time: 3:00–6:00 PM
📍 Location: Library Conference Room
🗓 FAFSA Deadline: March 2, 2026
We look forward to supporting students and families through the financial aid process! 🦁❤️🖤

🦁 LION STAFF SPOTLIGHT 🦁
Meet Mrs. Salazar, Earth & Space Systems teacher 🌍✨
Mrs. Salazar inspires students every day by reminding them that learning goes both ways and that curiosity, laughter, and being present matter just as much as the lesson. Her favorite part of teaching is mentoring students, encouraging them to take risks, and celebrating their successes along the way.
We’re proud to spotlight you, Mrs. Salazar!
#poweredbytheroar #staffspotlight

🦁 Lion Staff Spotlight 🦁
Our very first Lion Staff Spotlight of the year goes to Roxy Jimenez, Learning Director! 🎉 We’re excited to highlight Mrs. Jimenez and celebrate her birthday, which she celebrated this past week 🎂✨ Thank you, Mrs. Jimenez, for your dedication, positivity, and the incredible support you provide to our students every day. Join us in wishing her a happy (belated) birthday!
#poweredbytheroar #staffspotlight

Kerman High School is officially live on the NFHS Network!
Now you can catch all the action from our stadium and gym events—anytime, anywhere. 🙌
🏆 Winter Sports Are Here!
⚽ Boys & Girls Soccer
🏀 Boys & Girls Basketball
🤼 Wrestling
And that’s not all…
You can even watch away games, as long as the host school streams the event. So you’ll never miss a moment of Kerman pride! 🦁❤️
👉 Sign Up Today:
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/users/sign_up#
Let’s go, Lions! 📣🔥
His passion for teaching and commitment to student growth make a lasting impact on our campus. From helping students overcome challenging math concepts to building their confidence inside and outside the classroom, Mr. Garcia truly embodies what it means to be a KHS Lion. Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and the positive influence you have on our students each day!
#poweredbytheroar #staffspotlight
@kermanhighasb @kermanrop.cte

🌟 KHS Lion Staff Spotlight! 🌟
This week we’re excited to feature Mrs. Katrina Pullen, our amazing Living Systems teacher! Her students might be surprised to learn she’s an avid gamer who loves spending her free time on one of her three gaming systems. Thank you, Mrs. Pullen, for all that you do for our students and for bringing so much positive energy to KHS! 🦁
#Poweredbytheroar #Staffspotlight #Kermanpride

Way to go, Mr. Rodrigues! We expect to see you karaoke Vanilla Ice at our Winter Rally :)

