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Join BUSD in Celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month in May

Musashi Asano — Wed, 06 May 2026 21:44:26 +0000

May 6, 2026 As we enter the month of May, we are excited to begin our fifth annual celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month. This is a special time for our schools and community to recognize and honor the rich history, culture, resilience, and contributions of Jewish Americans and the many ways they have […]

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Join BUSD in Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May

Musashi Asano — Wed, 06 May 2026 18:28:58 +0000

May 6, 2026 Dear Berkeley Unified Community, May is a time to honor the generations of Asian American and Pacific Islander families, elders, educators, artists, activists, laborers, storytellers, and community leaders whose resilience, brilliance, and contributions continue to shape our communities, our state, and our country in profound ways. Here in the […]

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BUSD Expanded Learning Update: Spring 2026

Musashi Asano — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:46:26 +0000

Big things are happening for our students! Whether you’re a parent, educator, or community member, we invite you to join the BUSD School Board Meeting this week for an essential update on our Expanded Learning programs. We’ll be sharing a deep dive into how we are bringing our vision to life and tackling this year’s […]

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Berkeley Unified School District: 2026 Transition Fairs

Musashi Asano — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:35:23 +0000

Check out the upcoming Transition Fairs, designed to help students and families navigate the exciting move to middle and high school. These events, hosted by the African American Success Framework, provide the perfect opportunity to building a path and own your future. Join for community connection, expert guidance, and, of course, tacos and quesadillas (while supplies […]

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Join BUSD in Celebrating Arab American & SSWANA Heritage Month in April / En abril únase a BUSD en la Celebración del Mes de la Herencia Árabe Estadounidense y SSWANA

Musashi Asano — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:31:29 +0000

April 2026 (a continuación en español) Dear Berkeley Unified Community, In April, we continue our commitment to equity and inclusion by recognizing Arab American & South Asian, Southwest Asian, and North African (SSWANA) Heritage Month across Berkeley Unified. This month is an opportunity to honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of Arab American and […]

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Farmworker Solidarity Commemorative Period

Musashi Asano — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:21:21 +0000

March 20, 2026 Dear BUSD Community, (A continuación en español) From March 21 to April 10 BUSD proudly observes the Farmworker Solidarity Commemorative Period. This is a time to uplift the vibrant histories and enduring legacies of our Chicanx/Latinx and Filipinx communities. This period is more than a date on the calendar; it […]

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Two Berkeley Middle Schools Named 2026 California Distinguished Schools

Musashi Asano — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:37:48 +0000

Berkeley Unified School District is proud to announce that Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle School and Willard Middle School have been officially recognized as 2026 California Distinguished Schools. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced the honors this week, naming only 408 middle and high schools across the state to this prestigious list. […]

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Berkeley High School Ranks #2 in California for Competitive UC Admissions

Musashi Asano — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:31:57 +0000

BUSD is proud to announce that Berkeley High School was ranked #2 among California public high schools for outperforming expectations in admissions to the state’s most competitive University of California campuses. A recent analysis by the San Francisco Chronicle revealed that BHS seniors earned 42 more admission offers per 100 students than predicted by […]

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Your IEP Strategy: Upcoming Workshop for Families

Musashi Asano — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:49:27 +0000

Navigating Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings can often feel like learning a second language. To help bridge the gap, the North Region SELPA Community Advisory Committee is hosting a special presentation by the Los Angeles Regional State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD). This session is designed to empower parents and guardians with practical insights from […]

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BUSD to Host Community Listening Session on Reparations and Student Impact

Musashi Asano — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:03:39 +0000

Berkeley Unified School District, in partnership with the Alameda County Reparations Commission, invites you to an upcoming community listening session. This vital conversation is centered on the lived experiences of current and former BUSD students, staff, and families who are descendants of enslaved Americans. Why Attend? Your voice is essential in shaping the future of […]

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