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The Central Academy of Arts and Technology The Central Academy of Arts and Technology is Bakersfield first charter school. Now enrolling for the 2026-27 school year!

We offer tuition-free, college-preparatory, arts and technology-focused curriculum, located on a safe, secure campus. LinkEd was established as a nonprofit organization by community members who believe that charter schools create new possibilities for educators, students, and families.

Education should never be one-size-fits-all. Neither should the experience of learning.When we first envisioned what CAA...
10/13/2026

Education should never be one-size-fits-all. Neither should the experience of learning.

When we first envisioned what CAAT could become, we knew we wanted to create something different. A school where education wasn’t simply delivered, but experienced. Where classrooms were interactive, curiosity was encouraged, and learning came to life in ways that reached students beyond traditional instruction.

Because the truth is, not every child learns the same way. And we believe it’s our responsibility to recognize that, not expect every student to fit into the same mold.

Every day at CAAT, there is an element of aliveness. Whether through the arts, technology, hands-on experiences, collaboration, or creative problem-solving, our goal is to make education something our scholars can engage with, connect to, and carry into their futures.

As leaders, we believe that building a great school requires more than creating a vision. It requires being present enough to see how that vision is working.

We walk our campus. We step into classrooms. We observe, listen, ask questions, and evaluate what’s working and what needs to evolve. These aren’t occasional visits. They’re part of how we lead.

And in a world where art, technology, and the way we learn are constantly changing, we recognize that education cannot afford to stand still.

We don’t just want our scholars prepared for the world as it is today. We want them equipped to help shape what it becomes tomorrow.

That means remaining curious ourselves. Being willing to make adjustments. Continuing to learn alongside our educators and students.

What we’re building at CAAT is never about reaching a point where we believe we’ve figured everything out. It’s about creating a school committed to getting better, week after week, year after year.

Our scholars’ futures are worth that commitment.

And none of it would be possible without the incredible educators, staff, and leaders who bring this vision to life every single day.

With gratitude,

Greg West | CEO
Joanna Kendrick | Superintendent
Dr. Gerardo Lewis | Principal

Central Academy of Arts & Technology (CAAT)

Parents of 8th, 9th, and 10th graders, what if the right school could open doors your child hasn’t even imagined yet?Cho...
10/12/2026

Parents of 8th, 9th, and 10th graders, what if the right school could open doors your child hasn’t even imagined yet?

Choosing a school isn’t just about where your child spends the next few years. It’s about the opportunities, experiences, and support that will help shape their future.

At Central Academy of Arts & Technology (CAAT), we’re creating an educational experience designed to prepare students for what’s next.

Here’s what makes CAAT a standout educational option:

01 | COLLEGE STARTS EARLY.
With A–G aligned academics, personalized college planning, and opportunities to earn real college credits through Bakersfield College and CSU partnerships, students can get a head start on higher education without the college tuition.

02 | EVERY STUDENT DESERVES TO BE SEEN.
We believe students thrive when they’re supported, challenged, and encouraged. Our approach emphasizes academic guidance, inclusive learning, and meaningful connections with educators.

03 | THEIR INTERESTS HAVE A FUTURE.
From arts and digital media to science, technology, and innovation, our pathways help students discover their strengths while preparing for real-world opportunities.

And here’s something worth knowing: CAAT is a tuition-free public charter school right here in Bakersfield for grades TK-10th.

Considering a change for your 8th, 9th, or 10th grader?

We currently have openings, and Open Enrollment is approaching. This could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

TOMORROW IS TOUR TUESDAY!

We invite all families interested in learning more about CAAT to join us for a campus tour. Whether you’re exploring future educational options or considering enrolling your student now, this is your opportunity to meet our educators, experience our campus, ask questions, and discover what’s possible.

📅 Tuesday, October 13
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 1701 18th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301

Know a family who would love this school for their scholars? Share this post with them and help spread the word about the possibilities waiting at CAAT!

Parents of 8th, 9th, and 10th graders, what if the right school could open doors your child hasn't even imagined yet?Cho...
10/12/2026

Parents of 8th, 9th, and 10th graders, what if the right school could open doors your child hasn't even imagined yet?

Choosing a school isn't just about where your child spends the next few years. It's about the opportunities, experiences, and support that will help shape their future.

At Central Academy of Arts & Technology (CAAT), we're creating an educational experience designed to prepare students for what's next.

Here's what makes CAAT a standout educational option:

01 | COLLEGE STARTS EARLY.
With A–G aligned academics, personalized college planning, and opportunities to earn real college credits through Bakersfield College and CSU partnerships, students can get a head start on higher education without the college tuition.

02 | EVERY STUDENT DESERVES TO BE SEEN.
We believe students thrive when they're supported, challenged, and encouraged. Our approach emphasizes academic guidance, inclusive learning, and meaningful connections with educators.

03 | THEIR INTERESTS HAVE A FUTURE.
From arts and digital media to science, technology, and innovation, our pathways help students discover their strengths while preparing for real-world opportunities.

And here's something worth knowing: CAAT is a tuition-free public charter school right here in Bakersfield for grades TK-10th.

Considering a change for your 8th, 9th, or 10th grader?

We currently have openings, and Open Enrollment is approaching. This could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

TOMORROW IS TOUR TUESDAY!

We invite all families interested in learning more about CAAT to join us for a campus tour. Whether you're exploring future educational options or considering enrolling your student now, this is your opportunity to meet our educators, experience our campus, ask questions, and discover what's possible.

📅 Tuesday, October 13
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 1701 18th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301

Know a family who would love this school for their scholars? Share this post with them and help spread the word about the possibilities waiting at CAAT!

10/08/2026

What happens when a student feels overwhelmed at school?

Sometimes, what a student needs most isn't to leave the classroom for the day. It's a moment to reset, regulate, and feel supported before returning to learning.

At CAAT, our Calm Room provides a dedicated space where students can step away when they're feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, or simply need a moment.

With breathing techniques, sensory tools, noise-canceling headphones, calming furniture, and support from our special education staff, students have access to resources that help them navigate those moments.

And here's what's important: This space is available to ALL students.

Research on emotional regulation and learning tells us something important: when students are experiencing heightened stress, it can become more difficult to focus, process information, and engage in learning. Teaching students how to recognize their emotions and use healthy coping strategies is an important part of supporting their development.

But our approach to student support doesn't stop there.

CAAT also practices a full inclusion model, where students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) learn alongside their peers in general education classrooms, with specialized staff providing additional support within that environment.

Why does this matter?

Because inclusion is about more than sharing a classroom. It's about creating opportunities for belonging, meaningful participation, peer relationships, and access to grade-level learning while recognizing that students have different needs.

Research suggests that inclusive education, when implemented with appropriate individualized support, can benefit students academically and socially.

At CAAT, we're seeing encouraging growth in our students through this approach.

Want to learn more about how we can support your student?

Join us for Tour Tuesday at 10 AM and experience CAAT for yourself.

10/08/2026

🧠✨ INTERCESSION WEEK = A LITTLE BRAIN BREAK + A LOT OF FUN!

At CAAT, learning doesn’t always have to look like a textbook! 📚➡️🎨🏃‍♀️

Intercession Week gives our students the chance to step outside the everyday routine, try something new, explore new interests, and have a little fun while they learn. 💫

We’re trying new things, making memories, and having an absolute BLAST! 🙌💙

Because sometimes the best learning happens when you get to learn differently. 💡✨

What happens when your child needs more support?It’s an important question—and one we believe parents should ask when ch...
10/05/2026

What happens when your child needs more support?

It’s an important question—and one we believe parents should ask when choosing a school.

At CAAT, one of the ways we approach literacy and student support is through Success for All (SFA), a school-wide approach designed to strengthen reading, comprehension, vocabulary, fluency and writing while helping educators identify when a student may need additional support.

Because student success isn't only about celebrating when a student is excelling. It's also about recognizing when they need help and having systems in place to respond.

Want to learn more about what that looks like at CAAT?
Come see us tomorrow, Tuesday, October 6 at 10:00 AM for a school tour.

Walk our campus, learn more about our approach, and bring your questions. Our team will be ready to walk you through it.

No need to register. Just show up at 10 AM.
We'd love to meet you and treat you to coffee.

09/16/2026

Busy days at CAAT—and we wouldn’t have it any other way.

Mid-week. Mid-September. Classrooms moving, hallways buzzing, ideas flowing, students connecting, creating and finding their rhythm.

We’re busy building more than a school. We’re building a space designed to engage our students—a place they feel excited to walk into, inspired to learn in and proud to be part of.

Is it perfect? Never. But we’re always paying attention, always learning and always asking: How can we make it better?

Because creating a school students love coming to doesn’t happen overnight. It happens in the everyday moments, the constant refining and a community that keeps showing up.

Here’s to all the good energy carrying us through the rest of September.

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1701 18th Street
Bakersfield, CA
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