Monday, Sept. 14, 2026

Hollister High School's Circle of Friends club invites the community to the 7th Annual Inclusion Night – Full Game Experience, where CoF and Baler Football are teaming up for an evening full of fun, friendship, and football during a triple-header on Thursday, Sept. 17!  Circle of Friends is an inclusion-focused club that brings students with and without disabilities together to build friendships, create meaningful connections, and promote a school community where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and included. This special event celebrates inclusion, diversity, friendship, and unity within our community — and we’d love for you to join us in the stands to support our students and athletes!

Event Details:

•  Thursday, September 17 | Andy Hardin Stadium
•  JV Game: 3:30 p.m.
• Varsity Girls Flag Football Game: 5:30 p.m.
•  Varsity Game: 7:30 p.m.
• “White Out” Game – Wear white to show your support!
•  Inclusion Night shirts and crewnecks will be available for purchase.

We are also excited to announce that Jack Preader will be our Honorary Captain for Inclusion Night! During halftime of the varsity football game, our Unified Cheer team will take the field for a special performance. Be sure to stick around and cheer them on. Let’s fill the stands and celebrate the power of inclusion together!

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. This week, Hollister High School's Baler Wellness Center is partnering with the Baler ASB to put on events for students during Haybaler Support Time and lunch to remind students that they are not alone. All lunchtime events will be held outside of the Student Union.

(From Shout The Facility Dog)

Did you know that thousands of people came together to help after 9/11—and some very special four-legged helpers were there, too? Search-and-rescue dogs traveled to Ground Zero to help firefighters and other first responders search through the rubble. These dogs used their incredible noses to search for people who might still be alive. They climbed over piles of debris, worked for hours, and stayed focused even though the environment around them was loud, confusing, and incredibly difficult. And when they weren't searching, the dogs helped in another important way: they gave people comfort. First responders and volunteers could stop for a moment, pet a dog, give it a hug, and take a much-needed breath. As a facility dog, I like to think I understand that part pretty well. Sometimes you don't need to say anything. Sometimes sitting next to someone, offering a little comfort, or just being there can make a hard moment a little easier.

Hollister High School is hiring Special Education Instructional Aides for the 2026-27 school year. Make a difference every day by supporting students and helping them succeed.

• 6-hour work day
• Summer work available
• Opportunity to qualify for Instructional Aide II with 60+ college semester units
• Bilingual applicants highly desirable
• Cover letter, resume, two letters of recommendation and transcripts required. Testing required.

For more information and to apply, visit EdJoin.org and search for “Special Education Instructional Aide / 2026-2027 School Year.”

Join our team and be Baler STRONG!

We're Hiring at Hollister High School and the San Benito High School District! Make a difference every day by joining a team dedicated to supporting student success. If you're passionate about serving students in a collaborative, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Visit www.edjoin.org to view complete job descriptions, learn more about these opportunities, and submit your application today.

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