Monday, Oct. 12, 2026

After 39 years and 10 months of service as a Special Education Instructional Aide, Reyna Hernandez leaves behind a remarkable legacy of kindness, commitment, and support for Hollister High School students. Here is the congratulatory message our Human Resources Department shared with staff upon Ms. Hernandez's retirement: "For nearly four decades, you have been someone students could count on. Through your patience and understanding, you have helped them navigate challenges, gain confidence, and take pride in their progress. Every small victory you encouraged and every moment of reassurance you offered has mattered. Your years in the Special Education Department have also brought lasting friendships and shared memories with your colleagues. Your experience, caring spirit, and willingness to lend a hand have meant so much to those around you. Retirement brings time to enjoy the people and activities you love, discover new interests, and set your own pace. We wish you happiness and many memorable moments in the years ahead. Reyna, thank you for giving so much of yourself to our students and school community. We will miss you and look back with gratitude on all you have contributed."

This week, Oct. 12-16, San Benito High School District and Hollister High School are proud to recognize School Administrator Week and celebrate the dedicated leaders who help guide our school, support our staff, and create opportunities for student success. School administrators serve in many important leadership roles across public education, working alongside teachers, families, students, staff, trustees and community partners to strengthen our schools. The San Benito High School District Board of Trustees recently adopted a resolution commending our school leaders for the contributions they make to successful student achievement. school administrator week. Thank you to all of our administrators for your leadership, commitment and service to our students and community! Every day is a great day to be a Baler!

Come out and support the Balers during this week's home sports on campus.

Hollister High School seniors and families: Join Cal-SOAP for its annual Parent Financial Aid Information Night on Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 6–7 p.m. at Hollister High School!

Learn about FAFSA, CADAA and other financial aid resources to help students and families prepare for college.

• English presentation: Auditorium
• Spanish presentation: Davis Library

Questions? Contact calsoap@sbhsd.k12.ca.us.

Thank you for supporting our students as they take their next steps toward college. We look forward to seeing you there!

The last day to purchase a Baler Pack, which includes the ASB card, a 2026-27 yearbook, and a Baler bag, is this Friday, Oct. 16. The ASB card and yearbook can also be purchased separately.

For students who have not purchased the Baler Pack, which includes a yearbook. Hollister High School yearbooks can now be ordered individually online through www.yearbookordercenter.com. Enter code 6779 to reserve your copy for $75.

The San Benito High School District Board of Trustees will fill its Trustee Area 2 seat by appointment following the close of the November 2026 election filing period. The term of the current Trustee Area 2 representative, Miguel Sahagun Jr., expires December 15, 2026. The seat was scheduled to appear on the November 2026 ballot; however, because no candidates filed for the election, the Board will appoint a community member to serve in the position. The San Benito High School District is now accepting applications from qualified residents of Trustee Area 2 who are interested in serving on the Board of Trustees.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years old;
• Be a United States citizen;
• Be a resident of the San Benito High School District;
• Be a resident of Trustee Area 2; and
• Be a registered voter.

Application Deadline

Completed Application and Applicant Qualification Forms must be received by the District no later than noon on Friday, October 16, 2026.

Applications may be submitted:

In person:

• San Benito High School District Office, 1220 Monterey Street, Room 130
• Hollister, CA 95023
• Applications are accepted from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

By email:

ezendejas@sbhsd.k12.ca.us

Applicants submitting materials by email are responsible for confirming that the District has received their application. Applications received after the noon deadline on October 16 will not be accepted.

Selection Process

The Board anticipates meeting in an open session public meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 29, 2026, to review applications and interview applicants. Applicants should make themselves available to participate in the meeting. Following the interviews and discussion, the Board may appoint one of the applicants by majority vote. The appointed trustee will take office at the December 15, 2026 Board meeting and will serve until the next regularly scheduled election for District Board members in November 2028. The appointed trustee may seek election at that time.

Application Materials

The application, Applicant Qualification Form, Trustee Area map and additional information regarding the appointment process are available on the San Benito High School District website:

https://www.sanbenitohsd.gov/about/board-of-trustees



Application materials are also available at the District Office.

Questions regarding the appointment process may be directed to Superintendent Dr. Shawn Tennenbaum at stennenbaum@sbhsd.k12.ca.us or (831) 637-5831, ext. 1132. Questions may also be directed to Board Clerk Trustee Patty Nehme at pnehme@sbhsd.k12.ca.us.

The San Benito High School District encourages qualified Trustee Area 2 residents who are interested in serving students, families and the broader community to consider applying for this opportunity to serve on the Board of Trustees.

Signing up the for the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) can provide important benefits for students, families and the school. Completing the application takes just minutes and not only helps provide free and nutritious meals to all students, but it can qualify students for testing discounts and fee waivers, college application fee waivers, and more!

Hollister High School and the San Benito High School District have a variety of classified job opportunities available, including full-time and part-time positions with an excellent health benefits package.

Current openings include Food Service Assistant – Nutrition Services, Groundsworker/Custodian, Special Education Instructional Aide, and Transport Driver.

Ready to join the Baler team? Visit www.edjoin.org for more information and to apply.

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Stay in touch with all things Hollister High and San Benito High School District by following our various social media accounts. You can find photos, videos, flyers, news and announcements about our students, staff, sports, activities and programs on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and YouTube. We're also on LinkedIn as "San Benito High School District."