The newly developed Health Careers Academy was established to add another career pathway for students. The FFA and FHA students continue to receive state and national awards for their accomplishments. The Kern High District continues District-wide Courses of Study to assist those students who transfer between KHSD schools. State funds increased during the 1999-00 school year for textbook and instructional materials. There are approximately 144 computers on campus for instructional use.
Every teacher has the opportunity to attend at least one subject area conference per year.
The SAT9 test is administered to the total school population each year. Homework policies are on file. Individual teachers make arrangements to provide special assistance to students. KVHS enjoys an excellent working relationship with individuals and businesses within the Kern River Valley. At the end of the 1999-00 school year, students completed one or more vocational classes.