Berkeley Unified

Longfellow Middle School and Willard Middle School have been named 2026 California Distinguished Schools. This prestigious honor recognizes their incredible work in student achievement and closing the opportunity gap. Congrats to our students, staff, and families!

Berkeley High School has been ranked the #2 public high school in California for outperforming expectations in admissions to competitive UC campuses. With 75 admissions per 100 seniors. Now that makes us #BerkeleyProud! 🐝 ow.ly/g9Cx50Yw1IG

Please join us for the Wednesday, March 18, School Board meeting at 7:00 pm. This meeting will be held in person at 1231 Addison Street and can also be viewed on Zoom. Information about attending can be found here: bit.ly/3J04HW9

Join North Region SELPA & SCDD on March 23 for a deep dive into the "IEP Strategy" booklet. Learn how to navigate the process and get exactly what your student needs. Let's advocate. 🗓️ Monday, March 23, 2026 ⏰ 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM 💻 Join here: northregionselpa.org/cac

Happy Pi Day from BUSD! 🥧 Tomorrow, March 14, we celebrate the mathematical constant, pi (approximately 3.14). It's a great day to appreciate the beauty of mathematics and its presence all around us. #BerkeleyPROUD

Read the BUSD A+ News! March's edition has been released, with information on the LCAP survey, our BHM highlights reel, our after-school program survey, and more. Read it all here. 👇 berkeleyschools.net/enews/ #BerkeleyPROUD

El horario de verano comienza el 8 de marzo. Por favor, recuerden adelantar sus relojes una hora. Animamos a las familias a ajustar los horarios de descanso para ayudar a los estudiantes a estar listos para sus clases el lunes.

Daylight Saving Time starts March 8th. Please remember to set your clocks forward one hour. We encourage families to adjust sleep schedules to help students be ready for school on Monday. 🕗

BUSD celebrates School Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day, recognizing the vital work of our maintenance staff. Thank you for ensuring our school facilities are safe, well-maintained, and conducive to learning for all students and staff. #BerkeleyPROUD

Please join us for the Wednesday, March 4, School Board meeting at 7:00 pm. This meeting will be held in person at 1231 Addison Street and can also be viewed on Zoom. Information about attending can be found here: bit.ly/3J04HW9

BUSD is proud to celebrate Women's History Month throughout March. This month is dedicated to honoring the invaluable contributions and achievements of women throughout history and in our community, inspiring future generations. #BerkeleyPROUD 👩‍⚖️

Calling all 6th-12th grade families. Does your student speak or study multiple languages? Learn how they can earn the State Seal of Biliteracy for their diploma. 🗓️ Tuesday, March 3 (Correction) 🕕 English: 6:00 PM 🕕 Spanish: 6:45 PM 💻 Link: ow.ly/3Cer50Ym2pe

Celebrate Black Legacy Month at Rosa Parks Elementary. There will be an afternoon of music, food, art, and prizes as we honor heritage and community. 📅 Sat, Feb 28 🕑 2PM - 5PM 📍 920 Allston Way, Berkeley

Read the BUSD A+ News! Learn how to support student wellness, celebrate Black History Month, and more. Read it all here. 👇 berkeleyschools.net/enews/ #BerkeleyPROUD

Join the celebration at Malcolm X Elementary next Tuesday, featuring School Yard Rap. Experience Black history through beats & bars. There will be food, prizes, and giveaways. #BlackHistoryMonth 🗓️ Tuesday, Feb 24 | 6 PM 📍 1731 Prince St, Berkeley

Want an inside look at literacy progress in our schools? Don't miss this unique chance to engage with district leadership about reading metrics and programming. #BerkeleyProud Monday, Feb 23 | 6:30 PM on Zoom Join here: ow.ly/7anY50YhSO6

Please join us for the Wednesday, February 18, School Board meeting at 7:00 pm. This meeting will be held in person at 1231 Addison Street and can also be viewed on Zoom. Information about attending can be found here: bit.ly/3J04HW9

Save the date for Caminos al Éxito: Designing Your Future. Join us for a day of workshops tailored for middle school students, high schoolers, and parents. Explore your pathways. 🗓 Saturday, Feb 21 📍 Berkeley City College 🔗 Register: ow.ly/USx850XUbz5

Happy Lunar New Year, Berkeley. We’re galloping into the Year of the Horse. A year defined by energy, independence, and bold strides. Wishing our students, staff, and families a year of high spirits and "horsepower" success.🧧🐎

BUSD is hosting a FREE screening of EPICENTER: The Struggle for Black Studies in the Bay Area. Explore the grassroots movement that shaped education in our community. When: Tonight, Tuesday, Feb 17, 2026 Time: Doors open @ 5:30 PM Where: 2020 Bonar St, Berkeley