The Stockdale Scoop

We are thrilled to announce that Stockdale High School’s Science Bowl Team has just returned from Washington, D.C., where they competed in the U.S. Department of Energy National Science Bowl — and placed in the Top 16 teams in the entire nation! Competing against some of the most elite science and math teams in the country, our students represented Stockdale with excellence, determination, and Mustang pride. Their performance was not only strong — it was inspiring. So much so, in fact, that they were interviewed for the official National Science Bowl press release, highlighting their leadership, teamwork, and subject expertise. Please join us in congratulating this extraordinary team: Ishmeet Singh (Captain) – Biology & Math Anurag Banerjee – Math & Physics Manrav Mahal – Earth/Space Science & Biology Chris Tang – Chemistry & Physics Tilak Leva – Chemistry & Biology This group of scholars exemplifies what it means to be a Mustang: intelligent, driven, collaborative, and resilient. They’ve not only made our school proud — they’ve put Stockdale on the national map. Congratulations to our Science Bowl team for this remarkable achievement!

Stockdale led Kern County in the CAML (California Math League) contest! We had the top score in the county for each of the 6 contests throughout the year (21, 23, 24, 21, 20, 23). We ended with an 11-point lead over the nearest rival. The top scoring Stockdale student was Anurag Banerjee with a combined score of 19. The CAML contest is designed to promote the enjoyment and study of mathematics. It is open to all Stockdale students with the support and assistance of many of our math teachers and the students in Math Honor Society. Way to go, Mustangs!

Twenty-three students competed across seven different events and delivered outstanding performances—next stop: Nationals!

Stockdale received AWESOME scores on its TFI (Tiered Fidelity Inventory) this year. Tier 1 received 100%, Tier 2 96%, Tier 3 100%. Thank you to all the staff and students who participated in this day's events and helping us create a great culture on our campus!

This district-wide leadership event was a wonderful opportunity for our students and teachers to put their leadership skills to the test! It was a great day had by all!

The purpose of our Student Culture Club, which meets monthly, is to create a welcoming space where students can collaborate, amplify student voice, and develop initiatives that promote inclusivity and a strong sense of belonging for all members of our school community. At their final meeting of the school year, members had a great time spreading positivity by leaving uplifting and inspiring messages for their peers with sidewalk chalk across campus.

The STEMPower club volunteered at the second annual "STEMtaught Robotics Festival" at CSUB. The robotics festival invited students from 20 different elementary schools and ended up serving over 250 students. Our volunteers ran several stations teaching students how to code and build different robots and solve challenges. This is the type of event that truly plants the seeds of curiosity and interest in students. Before we know it, we'll have a new generation of engineers and coders!

Two of our senior Choir students had the honor of singing "The Star Spangled Banner" for the annual Lincoln dinner. Sara Sepulveda and Danica Cruz did a phenomenal job!

Stockdale Softball takes the victory at the Salute to Service Game!

The Month of April was another great one for both the Boys and Girls Track & Field Programs at Stockdale High School. Throughout the month of April, the Mustangs progressed multiple school records and Personal Records that rank themselves among the best throughout Kern County and the Central Section. Over Spring Break, the Mustangs competed in the prestigious Arcadia Invitational and Mt. SAC Relays where both men and women were able to establish themselves in the Top-10 for both the Central Section and School History record books. The girls relay of Ava Leisenfelder, Hannah Pacheco, Nevaeh Ramos, and Kendall Rogers ran a time of 3:57.95 in the 4x400. Nevaeh Howard is also top 3 respectively in the section for both the 100m (12.09) and 200m (24.66). For the boys, they are currently #2 in the Central Section after placing at both Arcadia and Mt. SAC. Their time of 3:18.47 is 2nd in school history as well, consisting of Antwjaun Watson, Vincent Carnegie, Dillon (DT) Thomasson, and Gabriel Olango. Vinny is #1 in the Section in the hurdles while DT is Top 5 in the section respectively.

The Culture Club's last Happiness Hangout was held 4/29. Students created gratitude jars to reflect on their growth, celebrate meaningful moments, and capture hopes for their future. It's a simple yet powerful way to honor the journey and look forward with intention.

This annual tradition began with the class of 2013 and has been continuing every year since. One more chance for our seniors to be a "kid" before going off and "adulting" in a month. We had 176 seniors having an amazing time. A few staff members (Chilton, Gonzalez, Ventimiglia) show up as well. Mr. Chilton has made a visit every year. Rollerama donates $1.00 per senior back as a fundraiser to the senior class.

First annual Art Walk exhibited this years greatest works of art from beginning, intermediate, advanced and AP art classes.

The Key Club takes over a Kiwanis Club Meeting: Several Stockdale Key Club officers ran the Westchester Kiwanis meeting on the morning of May 2nd. Advisor, Mr. Clark Jue, was volunteered to be the Guest Speaker.

Advanced Drama Student Showcase! Join us on May 10th at 7pm in the theatre for our CTE Theatre and Film 3 Capstone Project! We are presenting selected scenes and one-acts featuring our Advanced Drama Class as Actors, Directors and Playwrights! This evening includes: The Shift Written and Directed by Gracie Musgrove; Sorry, Wrong Number Written by Lucille Fletcher, Directed by Anthoney Gonzales and Assistant Directed by Mariam Roffael; Selected Scenes and Songs from 36 Questions By Ellen Winter and Chris Littler, Directed by Rosemary Absher Bridges; and Where the Moon Went Written and Directed by Leah Pineda and Assistant Directed by Leon Reuel Fauni. Drama Awards! On May 13 at 7pm is our end of year Drama Awards in the theatre. Our students have wowed the crowds all year long and we will be celebrating them and their hard work! We also will present scholarships to our seniors this night. The following evening, May 14, we will be at the KHSD PEAAK Awards as we have been nominated in a number of categories!

Stockdale Counseling Newsletter: May

• May Counseling Newsletter can be found HERE
• Tutoring: please see the attached flyer HERE for tutoring opportunities for you student(s).
• The Senior Awards Assembly will be on May 14th at 9:00AM. Invitations will be mailed home to qualifying students on May 5th
• Senior Final exams and Senior Checkout will take place from May 19th to May 22nd
• Graduation information was given to students and posted in Canvas on April 30th
• Spring Final Exams for grades 9 - 11 will be May 28th, 29th, and 30th
• Summer School: Summer school starts June 2nd. Students who are enrolled in a class will receive their schedule in the mail at the end of May. Students can see their counselor with summer school questions.
• 9 – 11 Grade Students: We have exciting news! The Stockdale Counseling team is adding a 6th member so we can expand the support we give our students. Ms. Tori Hill will start working with students in July. Below is the new alphabet breakdown.
• Mrs. Jessica Chester: Last names A – Ce
• Mrs. Kristin Lackey: Last names Ch – Ge
• Mrs. Erin Purdy: Last names Gh – La
• Ms. Tori Hill: Last names Le – Oo
• Mrs. Angela Self: Last names Op – Sa
• Mrs. Whitney Pearsey: Last names Sc - Z

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Friday, May 16 & Friday, May 23 school will be released at 12:48 pm

Wednesday, May 28- Friday, May 30 will be final exam days. Good luck to our Mustangs! Finish strong!

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! We look forward to celebrating your graduation on May 28th. We are incredibly proud of each and every one of you. You will be missed—but always remember, once a Mustang, always a Mustang!

As the school year comes to a close, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your continued support and partnership. We are incredibly proud of all that our students have accomplished this year. Wishing all of our Stockdale families a safe, relaxing, and joyful summer break!