Mark Balch is an experienced high school administrator with 29 years in education, 23 of which have been spent in leadership roles. Over the years, he has worked at both the school site and district levels, focusing on enhancing student well-being, academic success, and social-emotional growth. His leadership emphasizes community involvement and the continuous improvement of instructional practices to foster a positive and supportive educational environment.
In 2023, Mark became the Director of New Teacher and Migrant Support for the Kern High School District (KHSD) in Bakersfield, California. KHSD is the largest K-12 district in the state, serving over 43,000 students.
Mark Balch is an experienced high school administrator with 29 years in education, 23 of which have been spent in leadership roles. Over the years, he has worked at both the school site and district levels, focusing on enhancing student well-being, academic success, and social-emotional growth. His leadership emphasizes community involvement and the continuous improvement of instructional practices to foster a positive and supportive educational environment.
In 2023, Mark became the Director of New Teacher and Migrant Support for the Kern High School District (KHSD) in Bakersfield, California. KHSD is the largest K-12 district in the state, serving over 43,000 students.
