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March is Art is Education Month
Tonight - March 1 Don't miss the annual Youth Arts Festival featuring work from BHS Arts and Humanities Academy students on display in the Kala Community Classroom at 2990 San Pablo Avenue (near Ashby) from 6-8 pm. Please join the AHA student community in celebration of student artwork and interdisciplinary projects.
Later this month, don't miss the BIHS Art Exhibit on March 22 from 6-8 p.m. in Community Theater Foyer. Look out for more happening in our schools for Art is Education Month in the coming weeks. |
March is also National Women's History Month
 | | Oxford students honor "strong women of the world" this month in memory of long time school volunteer Emmy Orth. |
Whereas, National Women's History month provides an opportunity for schools and communities to increase the knowledge held by our children and our community of women's roles in history and their contributions to the development of this nation.... Read the full Berkeley School Board Resolution detailing why we celebrate Women's History Month.
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Rally for Public Education: TODAY! (March 1)
 The Berkeley Federation of Teachers (BFT)
and the Berkeley Council of Classified Employees ask BUSD parents, students and staff members to participate in the March 1st Day of Action in Berkeley, part of a statewide call to action. Marches from several schools to downtown Berkeley are being organized to arrive in time for a 4:30 p.m. rally on the steps of the BUSD Administration Building at 2134 MLK Jr. Way.
It's happening today rain or shine!
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Longfellow Principal Pat Saddler recognized as "Future History Maker 2012"
 | | Friends and colleagues congratulate Pat Saddler |
A special congratulations to Longfellow Principal Pat Saddler for being honored as a "Future History Maker 2012." In a special Black History month event Alameda County Supervisor Keith Carson recognized Pat Saddler and Oakland's McClymonds H.S. Principal Keith Taylor as up and coming leaders in the African American community because of their significant contributions in the field of education. Watch a video clip of Principal Saddler's recognition here. |
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Parent Liaison Program to go to Board next month - Give your input
The parent community is  invited to attend one of the two scheduled Community Meetings to learn about and provide feedback on their expectations for the family liaison/advocate program. The information collected will be included in the Superintendent's recommendation to the School Board. The Board will then decide on the best model to implement in our district. Mon., March 12, 20126:00-7:30 p.m. Malcolm X Elementary, Library 1731 Prince Street Mon., March 19, 20126:00-7:30 p.m. Berkeley Adult School, Multipurpose Room 1701 San Pablo Avenue Spanish Interpretation will be provided at both meetings. For more information contact the Office of Family and Community Partnerships by email to mayahernandez@berkeley.net or call 644-8991. |
Berkeley Symphony shares stage with students
 | Berkeley Symphony Conductor Ming Luke leads the I am a Performer Concert
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The Berkeley Schools are alive with music! The I am a Performer Concerts produce a co-mingled stage where our budding elementary school musicians perform with the Berkeley Symphony Orchestra. This thrilling experience is the result of resources and commitment from the BUSD Visual and Performing Arts Program, the Berkeley Public Education Foundation and, of course, the Berkeley Symphony Orchestra's Music in the Schools Program.
The Symphony visits all eleven elementary schools for a Meet the Symphony Concert in the fall. In February, students in Kindergarten through fifth grade at six schools play or sing with the Symphony in the I am a Performer Concert. The following year students at the other schools then get their turn to become the performers. |
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Upcoming School Board Meetings
March 7 at 7:30pm
- Agenda includes staff recommendations for cuts based on Governor's proposed budget
Location: 2134 MLK Jr. Way
Agendas posted 72 hours prior on this webpage.
Superintendent's Budget Advisory Committee
March 13, 20, and 27 at 5:30 - 7:30pm
Location: BUSD Oregon Street Conference Room: 1720 Oregon St.
Next BSEP Planning & Oversight (P&O) Committee Meeting
March 6 at 7:00pm
Location: Malcolm X School Library
Agendas posted 72 hours prior on this webpage.
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Superintendent's Two Way Immersion (TWI) Task Force The next meeting of the TWI Task Force is March 6th at 6:30 pm in the BUSD Conference Room at 1720 Oregon Street. The agenda for the meeting is posted here.
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