Fillmore High School

$363,000 Awarded at 2026 Fillmore High Senior Night.
Martin Cruz, Fillmore High School College and Career Counselor said, "Fillmore High School celebrated its 38th annual Senior Awards Night on Wednesday, May 27, where students saw the fruits of their labor. Seniors begin applying to scholarships in the Fall semester all the way through the Spring semester, and eagerly wait for Senior Awards Night to find out whether they are recipients of awards and scholarships. This evening, the ceremony was attended by more than 32 community members who were awarded recognitions or scholarships to students. The awards and scholarships included: the VIP Scholarship, George Thompson "Diamond In The Rough", Marine Corps High School Award, Association of Old Crows (AOC) Commander William J. Coffey Memorial Scholarship, Fillmore Athletic Booster Club, Southern California Wrestling Officials Association, Baldin/Scanlin Scholarship, Fillmore Rotary, Fillmore Unified Teachers’ Association Scholarship, Gaitan - Piru Scholarship, Henry Mayo Newhall Scholarship, P.E.O Women's Education Award, Soroptimist International Club, Sespe Players Scholarship, Heritage Valley Blazers Scholarship, Fillmore High Alumni Association Scholarship, Fillmore Women’s Service Club Scholarship, Never Change Scholarship, Fillmore Lions Club, Rosie Torres for Future Teachers, Piru Petroleum Club Scholarship, James Jimenez Scholarship, Ventura County Community Foundation, Santa Clara Valley Wellness Foundation, 20th Century Onyx Club Scholarship, Elks National Foundation Scholarship, AMG Associates Inc. (Future Builders Scholarships), Hensel Phelps Construction Co., and the Edison Scholar. The four main educational awards included: the California Scholarship Federation, Seal of Biliteracy, Golden State Seal, and the Class of 2026 Valedictorians. At the end of the night, more than $363,200 in scholarships was awarded. A special thank you to The Candy Bar (balloons), La Flor Bonita (flowers), for adding their special touch to the evening, and to the photographer, Veronica Gonzalez (E.A.O.P. Coordinator at Fillmore High School).”

Fillmore Unified School District’s Annual Unified Graduation Pic-Nic brought students, staff, and families together to celebrate the accomplishments of students with extensive needs. The event recognized the hard work, growth, and independence students build through a program focused on daily living skills and success in everyday life.

After four years in high school, students in the program graduate and continue into the Post-Secondary Program, where they participate in educational, vocational, and independent living skills curriculum. This year, Elena Fernandez will be graduating from high school and moving on to Post-Secondary. “We look forward to seeing Elena grow over the next four years,” shared Hannah Faith, Post-Secondary Special Education Teacher.

The celebration also honored Kimberly Garcia, Denise Mejia, Jessie Mejia, and Sayra Banales, who are graduating from the Post-Secondary Program. “We will miss them dearly,” said Hannah Faith.

The picnic was a joyful opportunity to celebrate each student’s journey, recognize their accomplishments, and wish them continued success in their next chapter.

Today we celebrate the people who keep Fillmore High School running behind the scenes. Happy Administrative Professionals Day to our incredible office team! Your dedication, warmth, and hard work make a difference for every student, staff member, and family who walks through our doors. We are so grateful for you.