BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) – Local school officials gathered Tuesday for the launch of the Kern Education Pledge. The Kern County Superintendent of Schools said the goal is to close the achievement gap and create a seamless pathway to college and the working world. Kern Education Pledge is an alliance of all 47 Kern County school districts, local colleges and the business community. Path to Full Story on 29 Eyewitness News