Paul L. Cato Middle School

Initial Designation: 2024

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School Details

  • Principal: Anthony Richardson
  • District: Bakersfield City School District
  • County: Kern County
  • Community: Suburban-Rural

Characteristics

  • Academic Excellence - Instructional strategies include a variety of challenging and engaging activities
  • Developmental Responsiveness - Meaningful parent involvement
  • Organizational Structures and Processes - Plan for school improvement that is organized, communicated, and acted upon
  • Social Equity - Every student has an adult advocate at our school

Description

Paul L. Cato Middle School provides a focused grades 6 through 8 experience built around collaboration creativity and critical thinking. Students tackle strong core courses while building future ready habits through AVID which supports organization inquiry and academic confidence. Enrichment includes Gifted and Talented opportunities and Project Lead The Way style hands on learning that connects math science and design. The arts are a daily strength with band orchestra and choir helping students develop discipline teamwork and performance skills. Student support is structured so learners receive timely help and clear expectations as they grow socially and academically. Opened in 2014 and named for longtime educator Paul L. Cato the school carries a legacy of service and high standards into every classroom. Families can feel proud of the steady purposeful growth students make here.
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