The showdown to rename Cesar Chavez Elementary School in Bakersfield is now down to two powerful contenders, and the decision is just days away.
One option, Helen Chavez Elementary, honors the late wife of Cesar Chavez and a steadfast voice in the farmworker movement. The other, Sí Se Puede Elementary — Spanish for “Yes, we can” — carries the rallying cry that inspired generations.
A Bakersfield City School District spokesperson says the board is determined to preserve local history, honor the farmworker legacy, reflect the district’s rich diversity, and keep listening to the community before casting the final vote…