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Welcome to Tommie Kunst Junior High, where learning meets opportunity and every student can thrive. Our dedicated teachers provide a challenging curriculum with hands-on electives and leadership experiences to spark curiosity and growth. Together, we help students reach their full potential in a supportive, inspiring environment.
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At Santa Maria-Bonita School District, our Strategic Plan is all about dreaming big and planning boldly. We’re here to inspire every student, spark their curiosity, and help them take exciting steps toward their future goals.
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Eight Santa Maria-Bonita School District Students Recognized Through the Dolores Huerta Education Award Program
Eight Santa Maria-Bonita School District (SMBSD) junior high students and their teacher sponsors have been recognized by the Dolores Huerta Education Awards Program through the California Teachers Association (CTA).
This CTA award program provides recognition for educators and their students who demonstrate an understanding of the vision and guiding principles embraced by Dolores Huerta.
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SMBSD Psychologist Feliciano Aguilar Honored With Key to the District
The Santa Maria-Bonita School District (SMBSD) will host a comprehensive, two-day Job Expo next month to recruit and hire new personnel to support our 17 elementary schools and four junior high schools. Friday, June 26: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 27: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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Community Invited to Two-Day SMBSD Job Expo
The Santa Maria-Bonita School District (SMBSD) will host a comprehensive, two-day Job Expo next month to recruit and hire new personnel to support our 17 elementary schools and four junior high schools. Friday, June 26: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 27: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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Arellanes Junior High Unveils Mural That is Highlight of Leadership Santa Maria Valley’s Legacy Project
The Santa Maria-Bonita School District is honored that Arellanes Junior High School (AJH) was selected by the Leadership Santa Maria Valley (LSMV) Class of 2026 as the recipient of the organization’s annual legacy project.
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Santa Maria-Bonita School District’s Jennifer Quaresma Among Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) Honorees
The Santa Maria-Bonita School District (SMBSD) is proud to share that District Support Specialist Jennifer Quaresma was honored by the Santa Barbara County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) during its 7th Annual SELPA-Bration.
Quaresma, recognized for the Special Education Related Service Provider category, was one of 10 honorees throughout the county at the May 14 event held in Goleta