Kernville Union School District (KUSD) was one of only five districts in the entire state to be honored with the first annual “Superintendent’s Challenge Award” of $2,500 at ceremonies held June 4 on the campus of Evergreen High School in San Jose. Kernville Superintendent Mary Barlow received the award from California Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O’Connell. KUSD was recognized for developing “innovative nutrition and fitness programs in California schools.” The Challenge is a coordinated effort of the California Department of Education, the California Task Force on Youth and Workplace Wellness and Stonyfield Farm. More