 On March 1, college and career related activities are planned across Berkeley and in our schools and after school programs. To find out about specific school activities visit the College & Career Day website starting Monday (Feb 25).
Families are encouraged to join an evening of dinner, film, and discussion of a documentary focused on the issues of college access for first-generation and low-income students. First Generation Documentary FilmMarch 1, 5:30-8:30 p.m.Longfellow Middle School1500 Derby St. |
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Congratulations to BHS Band and Orchestra for being invited to work with the Philharmonia Baroque!
The Woodwind Quintet, one of our premiere chamber groups, comprised of the section leaders from each of the woodwind sections and the french horn section, will perform at the Philharmonia Baroque Gala at the St. Regis in SF tomorrow (Feb. 22)!
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SUMMER RESOURCE FAIR FOR FAMILIES
Find out about all the great programs and camps being offered in and around Berkeley this summer!
Wed., March 20
5-6:30 pm
Rosa Parks gym (920 Allston Way, Berkeley)
For more information, please call 510-644-8537.
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Board Updates give you a brief summary of board meeting agenda items with links to related meeting discussion video clips. Board Update - Feb. 13
Click on the image above to see the full calendar of district-wide meetings, events, and holidays on our website.
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR 2013-14:
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28
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BUSD Calendar 2012-2013
 NEW!
BUSD Calendar 2013-2014
Click on document image to view in PDF.
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Give us your feedback on the A+ eNews
We want the A+ eNews to serve your needs for district-wide information. Let us know what you think or want to know about! Send us an email at: A-plus@berkeley.net
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Safety Audit Underway 
Earthquake, evacuation, and lockdown drills are an essential part of each school safety plan and are conducted regularly in all of our schools. Each drill is an opportunity to improve operations and identify what safety and security tools and procedures worked and where improvements need to be made.
Over the next month, every school will be visited by a team of district and city professionals together with safety and disaster preparedness experts to perform a safety audit. The goal is to examine each school facility and existing safety procedures, survey staff and older students, and make recommendations for improving safety and disaster preparedness in our schools.
How can you help?
Any time you have a change in phone number, address, or email, please be sure to update your contact information with the school secretary. An essential part of our safety and disaster preparedness efforts is to ensure that all families can be reached in the case of an emergency.
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Superintendent Search: Participate!
You are invited to take part in supporting the School Board in its search for Berkeley's next Superintendent by taking a brief survey and/or attending a community forum. Community participation is requested to help develop the criteria and questions for the critical screening and interviewing stages of the process. Take survey here.En espaņol
Come to a Community Forum!Thurs., Feb. 28 - Malcolm X School 1731 Prince Street, 7-8:30 p.m. In Spanish: Fri., Mar. 1 - King Middle School 1781 Rose Street, 7-8:30 p.m. Sat., Mar. 2 - BUSD Administration Building 2020 Bonar Street, Room 126, 9:30 - 11 a.m. All forums will have English/Spanish interpretation, childcare, and food available. Regular updates will run in each edition of this biweekly email newsletter and will be posted to the Superintendent Search 2013 webpage. |
Mark Your Calendars: Art is Education Month  Throughout arts education in the Berkeley Public Schools, students are exposed to eight Studio Habits of Mind: Develop Craft, Engage and Persist, Envision, Express, Observe, Reflect, Stretch and Explore, Understand Art World. These studio habits of mind take center stage in upcoming student art exhibits. Annual Performing Arts Showcase: Student chorus, bands, orchestras and jazz bands, grades 5-12 perform.
Sun., March 24, 1-3:30pm at the Berkeley High Community Theater. Free!
I am a Performer concerts: Elementary music students play with members of the Berkeley Symphony, a joy to experience! Feb 26 - Thousand Oaks at 8:10; Cragmont at 10:00 Feb 28 - Emerson at 8:30; John Muir at 10:20 March 1 - Washington 8:30; Rosa Parks 10:20 District Spring 2013 Music Calendar
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Reflect & Express - Family Art Day: Mar. 2  Teachers and students exhibit their art side by side in an exploration of mentorship and relationship at the Berkeley Art Center (1275 Walnut St.). Gallery open Wed.- Sun. through March 24, 12-5 pm Come visit the exhibit and enjoy Family Art DayMarch 2, from 1-4pm. A range of art activities for the whole family will be led by BUSD art teachers in the beautiful gallery space and patio. Light snacks and beverages will be provided and the event is free of charge.
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Engage and Persist: BHS Arts and Humanities Academy (AHA) Students Showcase Work at Kala
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March 7th 6-8:30pmKala Community Classroom, 2990 San Pablo Ave. Engage & Persist is a celebration of work by AHA students in grades 9-12 demonstrating interdisciplinary learning as well as artwork in drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, and ceramics.
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Next Superintendent's Budget Advisory Committee (SBAC) Meets March 19th The BUSD Budget Development Calendar for 2013-14 outlines the process that will lead to the passage of next year's District budget in June, 2013. Superintendent's Budget Advisory Committee Meetings 5:30 pm at 1720 Oregon St.: Tuesday, March 19th at 5:30The SBAC meetings are open to the public, with dedicated time for public comment. More info on SBAC here
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