Tevis Junior High School Expansion Project
Summary
SCH Number
2026060120
Public Agency
Panama-Buena Vista Union School District
Document Title
Tevis Junior High School Expansion Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
6/3/2026
Document Description
The Project proposes the construction of the following new amenities on the north side of the
campus:
• Four 24 feet by 40 feet (960 square feet) classroom buildings
• 36 feet by 40 feet (1,440 square feet) administrative building
• 36 feet by 40 feet (1,440 square feet) multi-purpose building
• 12 feet by 40 feet (480 square feet) restrooms
• 30 feet by 30 feet (900 square feet) shade structure
• 48 feet by 48 feet (2,304 square feet) play court
• ADA accessible passenger drop-off
• Construction of pedestrian improvements, such as walkways
• Perimeter fencing and maintenance / storage areas
The District anticipates the expansion will increase the current student population by approximately 20 students and five to seven staff members. The new buildings will fit within the footprint of the existing school campus. Minimal grading for building pads and walkways is anticipated. An existing tree may need to be removed for the proposed construction. The improvements are intended to modernize school infrastructure to increase safety, more effectively utilize district property and
improve the educational services provided.
Contact Information
Name
Paul Johnson
Agency Name
Panama-Buena Vista Union School District
Job Title
Construction and Facilities Director
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Bakersfield
Counties
Kern
Regions
Citywide
Cross Streets
Pin Oak Park Blvd and Persimmon Dr
Zip
93311
Total Acres
19
Parcel #
513-010-10
State Highways
NA
Railways
NA
Airports
NA
Schools
Stine Elem
Waterways
NA
Township
30S
Range
27E
Section
8
Base
MDB&M
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 14 §15314: Minor Additions to Schools
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed improvements are consistent with Exemption 15314 (Class 14 - Minor Additions to Schools), as all improvements will be made within existing school grounds where the addition does not increase original student capacity by more than 25% or ten classrooms, including portable classrooms. As mentioned, the improvements would increase student capacity by 20 students.
Based on the 2024-2025 School Accountability Report Card (SARC) for Tevis Junior High School, the Project would increase the student capacity of the school by approximately 2.47 percent. The Project is also proposing the construction of four new classrooms, which is under the threshold of ten new classrooms.
The Project will construct minor upgrades and additions to the existing school, and result in a minimal increase of student capacity and faculty. The Project will improve educational experience, provide additional amenities and will improve accessibility and increase vehicle and pedestrian safety.
As discussed, the improvements at these existing schools would not result in a significant environmental impact and are consistent with the provisions of Class 14 Categorical Exemptions as per Section 21084 of the Public Resources Code.
County Clerk
Kern
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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