October 7, 2024 Dear Berkeley Unified Community, We recognize that this October brings up a lot for many in our community, especially for those with ties to Israel or Gaza or deeply-held beliefs regarding the Israel-Hamas war. We are aware of a number of activities and events at and in the Berkeley […]
Childhood Anxiety Parent Workshop Three-Part Series / Taller Educativo Para Padres de Familia acerca de la Ansiedad Infantil Serie De Tres Partes
Readable English, Spanish and Arabic PDF parents/caregivers can attend a three-part workshop series this October on childhood anxiety. Hosted by Special Education Services school psychologists and held in partnership with the Office of Family Engagement and Equity (OFEE), this workshop will be offered in both English and Spanish. Participants will learn about anxiety and […]
Recognizing LGBTQ+ and Filipina/x/o History Months in October / Reconociendo el Mes de la Historia LGBTQ+ y Filipina/x/o en Octubre
October 1, 2024 Dear Berkeley Unified Community, In October, as we celebrate our Filipina/x/o American and LGBTQ+ communities and their respective history months, I’m reminded of what called me to join Berkeley Unified–our bold mission to enable and inspire our diverse student body to make positive contributions to our world. Our diverse communities […]
Community Advisory Committee for Special Education October 28 Election Notice
COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, Emery, Piedmont Unified School Districts CAC ELECTION Monday, October 28, 2024 6:00 PM -6:45 PM Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88274048776#success The CAC will elect new members for terms beginning in calendar year 2025. Read about CAC member roles and responsibilities. Nominate yourself by completing this application. For more information: officers@northregionselpacac.org Click […]
A Very Warm Week in the Bay Area / Una Semana Cálida en el Área de la Bahía
September 30, 2024 Dear Berkeley Unified Families, This will be a very warm week in the Bay Area, including forecasted “Red” level heat in Berkeley tomorrow, per the National Weather Service. As temperatures increase, please follow this public health guidance to help keep your student cool: Bring water bottles to school to ensure they […]
Join in Recognizing United Against Hate Week / Únase a en el Reconocimiento de la Semana Unidos Contra el Odio
September 23, 2024 Dear Berkeley Unified Community: continues our collective commitment to make sure that our schools are safe, welcoming and inclusive spaces for all of our students. We work #BerkeleyTOGETHER to make our classrooms responsive and humanizing for our diverse students each and every day. We again join state and local organizations […]
is seeking community members to serve on the Facilities Safety and Maintenance Oversight Committee for Measure H
is seeking community members to serve on the Facilities Safety and Maintenance Oversight Committee for Measure H. is seeking four community members to serve on the Facilities Safety and Maintenance Oversight Committee for Measure H. There are seven total seats on the committee and currently three of the seats are filled. Please follow […]
Join in Celebrating Latine/x Heritage Month / Únase a en la Celebración del Mes de la Herencia Latine/X
September 16, 2024 Dear Berkeley Unified Community: Today begins the celebration of Latine/x Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15. We celebrate the beautiful diversity of our community in our classrooms all year long. Latine/x Heritage Month provides us an opportunity to reflect on the vibrant tapestry of languages, traditions, […]
Staying Informed With Website Resources / Manténgase Informado Acerca De Con Los Recursos Del Sitio Web
September 13, 2024 Dear Families: In the spirit of this year’s theme #BerkeleyTogether, we want to keep you informed about ways to stay engaged and connected to our school community. The website is a valuable resource for families. On it you will find district news, a calendar of district meetings and events, […]
Uniting Against Hate and Antisemitism in Berkeley / Unidos Contra el Odio y el Antisemitismo en Berkeley
August 26, 2024 Dear Community, We are aware that over the weekend some hateful antisemitic messages were distributed in the driveways and doorsteps of some of our Berkeley community members. We are disturbed that this incident has resurfaced in our community. Let me unequivocally state that Berkeley Unified stands against antisemitism, bigotry and […]