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UPCOMING EVENTS

OCT 13-17 Spirit Week Slide Deck

FRI: RED & GOLD JACKET PRIDE

OCT 17 Homecoming Game & Dance Tickets on Sale 9.28 until 3:30 pm

OCT 26 Make Up Photo Day #2 @ BHS Cafeteria

OCT 30 No School for BUSD

OCT 31 Last day to register a BHS Student Club Join a Club anytime > ​Student Club List 

NOV 11 No School for BUSD

DEC 4 Audition form Talent Show hosted by the Class of 2029

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

Red Cross Club Blood Drive

Come donate blood to the American Red Cross at Berkeley High School on Saturday, October 17th, from 8am-2pm in the Jacket Gym!! 

*** You must be 16 or older to donate

*** If 16-17, parental consent form must be filled out (collect from and turn in to Ms. Panebianco in room C308)

*** If under 19, make sure to check your eligibility: Do you meet the weight requirement for your height (document attached)

Schedule your donation using this link https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=BHS 

Every 2 seconds, someone in the US needs blood. Be the change. Give blood.

Questions? Email sharmilashaik@students.berkeley.net 

@berkeleyhigh.redcross

Come to the homecoming dance on October 17th. 

MIAMI MIDNIGHT

Food, Photos, music and fun.

In-person ticket sales Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at lunch in G-106A

$20 full price /

 $10 reduced price for those who qualify for free and reduced meals (Must purchase in-person)

Tickets on Sale

T​his event is for BHS/BIS/BTA students-only

Contact lilafortner@students.berkeley.net 

sadiekayatsky@students.berkeley.net 

@jackets2028

“Honoring our Ancestors”

We want to invite everyone to this year’s Dia de Los Muertos “Honoring our Ancestors” festival on Saturday the 24th from 11am – 4 pm. We will have free massages, haircuts, lots of community services ,and fun activities! We hope to see you all there!

Submitted by sonjagarciacruz@partner.berkeley.net 

Adrianabetti@berkeley.net

Have you considered studying abroad next summer? What about next semester? 

Maybe even a GAP year or your first year in college? 

With CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange), you can choose from 120+ programs in 40 destinations around the world. CIEE offers significant scholarships to support program costs. Choose a course in Language Immersion, STEM, Arts, International Relations, Leadership or Business while earning college credit and college admissions counseling, community service hours, and hands-on experience in a topic you love. Plus, you’ll make new friendships while you have fun exploring the world.

This past summer, 30 Berkeley High School students traveled with CIEE and earned over $38,000 in scholarships! 

Sample programs: 

Japanese in Tokyo

Spanish in Spain, Mexico, Argentina & Costa Rica 

Mediterranean Ecosystems and Sustainability in Mallorca   

Global Entrepreneurship in Singapore 

Culinary Arts in Paris 

Sports Management in Barcelona 

French in Toulouse 

Browse CIEE’s Summer Programs! 

CIEE will be presenting in Career and College Counseling on Oct. 16th during 3rd period. If you are interested in attending this session, please email joannedumbrigue@berkeley.net for more information.

Black Student Union meeting

Happy Friday jackets!

BSU is having another General Body Meeting on this upcoming Tuesday , the 20th in h102a. Per usual, there will be food, activities and important information!

On the note of important info, make sure you follow our instagram account @berkeleybsu !! There , we post last minute announcements, opportunities, spread awareness and soon, we’ll be having fun reels! Make sure to stay tuned and follow!

Submitted by bitaniadesalegn@students.berkeley.net

Community Walk Against Domestic Violence

Hi Jackets! A Safe Place, BAI’s partner organization this semester, is hosting a Community Walk Against Domestic Violence this Saturday! It’s going to be an amazing event with lots of food, music, and community; we hope you can join us! Registering is free and can be done starting 8:30 the morning of the walk at A Safe Place’s headquarters OR in advance using this link.

Submitted by sophiecranley@students.berkeley.net 

Join Nia Club 

every other Thursdays in c324

Submitted by Mariaradja@students.berkeley.net 

 Frog and Toad Tickets

Tickets are on sale now to see Frog and Toad, at the David Brower Theater. On November 7th & 15th, shows are at 10:00am and 1:00pm. You can buy your tickets at the QR code provided. Come see Frog and Toad!

Contact caitlynlouchard@berkeley.net 

@berkeley_high_theater

BHS Students for Reproductive Rights

We are BHS Students for Reproductive Rights, we are partnered with Planned Parenthood Generation Action and our focus is to spread awareness, fundraise and donate to local abortion clinics and affiliated orgs. Creating pamphlets to educate about abortion help, organizing school walkouts/ protests for Reproductive Rights. Also advocating for candidates aligning with our ideas.

Join us for Canvassing on 10/31 from 10am-1pm in Hayward to advocate for Michelle Fernelius. 

Election outcomes always impact access to health care and reproductive rights (among other issues) and that’s why it’s important to vote and be informed, remember to Pre- register!!

Come to our bake-sale!! Raising money for the Dream Youth Clinic. When: 10/17, 10-2pm on Hopkins street

If you have any questions feel free to reach out to: 

Beatricepirnia@students.berkeley.net Lucindamaclane@students.berkeley.net 

instagram: @bhsreproductiverights 

Are you a new transfer student at BHS? Join the Transfer Student Network! 

This club is a fun and welcoming space for new students who have recently joined BHS to meet other transfer students, learn about BHS, find helpful resources, and feel connected to our school community!

Fill out this form https://forms.gle/dsaCevaUbiaifXXT8 to sign up and let us know what you’d like to go over at our meetings! 

Our first meeting is Friday, October 23rd, in H303 during lunch. If you have any questions, please email abenirabiu@students.berkeley.net 

We can’t wait to see you there!

IMPORTANT PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS

BHS ATHLETICS

Berkeley High Girls Soccer: 2026–27 Tryouts

Interested in playing for Berkeley High this winter? We’re looking for students ready to compete, grow, and contribute to a team that plays for each other.

Girls soccer tryouts are planned for the week of November 9. All interested students should register for winter sports and complete their athletic clearance before tryouts. Registration is open through the BHS Athletics Athlete Registration page: https://sites.google.com/berkeley.net/bhsathletics/Resources/athlete-registration

Athletic clearance includes uploading a physical signed, dated, and stamped by a doctor. The athletics page has the full instructions and physical form.

For clearance questions, email athleticdirector@berkeley.net 

Compete for the crest. Play for each other.

@berkeleyjacketswsoccer

Season Passes

The All-Year Student Sports Passes are now $25. Get entry to all BHS Athletics home contests (excluding NCS playoffs)!

Purchase your pass online today.

CLICK HERE and follow the directions to access the pass.

Email athleticdirector@berkeley.net if you have technical difficulties or want to pay cash. 

Try out for 2026-27 Sports

Winter sports tryouts begin Monday, November 2nd

Spring sports tryouts are Monday, February 8th

Athletes must be cleared to participate – Your physical should be dated 5/1/2026 or later to be valid across the whole 2026-2027 school year. You can upload a new one later if you need to . Uncleared athletes can stay and watch but can’t participate

Go to berkeleyhighathletics.org and follow the links to Athlete Registration

Support your Yellow Jackets!

For Upcoming Games Check out the full BHS Athletics Schedule

Follow on X & Instagram @bhsjacketsports

BHS Athletics website

Contact Athletic Director athleticdirector@berkeley.net 

Go Jackets! 

Register to vote now!! If you’re 16 or 17 pre register!! 

👉 https://registertovote.ca.gov/ 

Halloween Costume Reminder

There’s still time for your senior portrait

Berkeley High senior portraits are almost finished for the year. 

Every senior needs a portrait to appear in the yearbook.

These are the last two days we’re offering sessions:

Saturday, October 17

Sunday, October 18

Book Your Free Session Now

The session is free. It takes about 15 minutes and covers two looks — formal wear (tuxedo or velvet drape) plus cap and gown. We provide all of the formal attire in a range of sizes, so there’s nothing to bring. If you want to wear your own clothes for extra looks, a t-shirt or spaghetti-strap top underneath makes the changes quick.

Where: Blue Note Studios, 2093 Addison St, Suite 208, Berkeley — downtown, between Subway and Pizzeria De Laura. There’s an elevator if you need it.

One to two weeks after the session we’ll email a link to your gallery, where you can buy photos if you’d like. There’s no obligation — the yearbook portrait is covered either way.

Blue Note Photography
hello@blue.photo  ·  www.blue.photo/seniors

BHS YEARBOOK INFO

SENIOR PORTRAIT OPT-OUT

Hi Jackets! If you are a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior choosing to opt out of senior portraits, make sure you have taken and selected your school photo by October 26 and November 1st respectively! Thank you!

CLUB SPOTLIGHTS

Public service announcement to all club leaders: If you would like to be featured in the yearbook this year, you will need to have a large event that itself deserves a yearbook feature. Next to this event in the book, your club, club leaders, and all that you do can get featured! If you are planning any event in the future and think you qualify for a yearbook feature, please fill out this form giving us the details!  

SENIOR QUOTES

BHS seniors! Reminder to submit senior quotes and leave your mark on the school! 

Submit by December 5.

Here’s the link: 

NAME in YEARBOOK

If you do not identify with the name that is on your legal documents/transcripts and would like your name in the yearbook to represent the true you fill this out!! 

Submitted by sophiecranley@students.berkeley.net 

CLASS of 2027 SENIOR INFO

The Senior information page contains important dates, info, and links for the Class of 2027.

SENIOR PORTRAITS

please visit: https://www.blue.photo/seniors

This year’s senior portraits will happen just a few blocks off campus at Blue Note Studio – 2093 Addison, between Subway and Pizzeria Da Laura. We encourage you to book early, as appointment times fill quickly, and check back often since more times will be added soon. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Blue Note Photography at hello@blue.photo

CLASS of 2027 CAP & GOWN LOANER PROGRAM

BHS Leadership is now facilitating the cap and gown loaner program for all graduating students. 

Please request a cap and gown here before December 18, 2026.

Achievers Inc. will offer cap and gown loaners ONLY from February 17 – March 19, 2027.

BHS LEGACY HOODIE

Purchase Here @ online BHS Student Store 

Sizes S – 3XL, no Medium/Large at this time

Don’t Leave Your Legacy Behind

Contact johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net

Quick Links

Need a Replacement Student ID?

Locker Request Form Visit C-210 for any questions.

Welcome Back Assembly & What Every Ninth Grader Should Know

OFF-CAMPUS LUNCH GUIDE Click here for some tasty Off Campus Lunch ideas.

BHS All Class Reunion Facebook page (non-BUSD)

Order a 2025-26 Yearbook Click here Contact amandamarini@berkeley.net

Make a BHS Health Center Appt. Click here

Complete a Free & Reduced Lunch Application secure.ezmealapp.com contact saraleon@berkeley.net

Click here for the daily lunch menu

Club Registration  Register a BHS Student Club for 2026-27 

BHS Athletics Berkeleyhighathletics.org

Class of 2026 Senior Info Senior Info, Dates & Resources

About

ASB Leadership is a collective student voice composed of a diverse body of student leaders. Our mission is to create a more positive and engaging experience at Berkeley High through civic engagement, community building, sustainability, social events, and positive staff-student relations.

Useful Links

BHS Website

Student Bulletin Archive

Submit a Bulletin

Follow @juicethejackets

Current List of Student Clubs

BHS Events Calendar

Contact Info

Berkeley High ASB Leadership 

1980 Allston Way, Berkeley CA United States 94704 

johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net

510.644.8990

Go Jackets!

Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy

The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to providing a hostile-free working and learning environment. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, and retaliation, based on actual or perceived race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status (related medical conditions), religion, color, national origin (including language restrictions and possession of a driver’s license (issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart attack), medical condition (cancer-related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.

Discrimination is different treatment based on a protected characteristic in the context of an educational program, work or activity without a legitimate, nondiscriminatory reason that interferes with or limits the individual’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by the District or includes an adverse employment action.

Hostile environment harassment occurs when a target is subjected to unwelcome conduct based on a protected characteristic, which is both subjectively offensive to the target and would be offensive to a reasonable person of similar circumstances/characteristics and is sufficiently so severe, and so pervasive to interfere with or limit an individual’s ability to effectively work or to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or opportunities offered by the District. Harassment may take many forms, including but not limited to, verbal remarks and name-calling, graphic and written statements, or any conduct that may be threatening or humiliating. Harassment based on any of the above protected categories is a form of unlawful discrimination and will not be tolerated by the District and can result in disciplinary action against the offending student or employee.

Upon witnessing an act of discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, and retaliation, based on actual or perceived protected characteristics, school personnel are required to take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so. Once a school/office has expressed notice or reason to know of such conduct, whether carried out by employees, students, or third parties, it should take immediate and appropriate steps to investigate, determine what occurred, take prompt and effective steps reasonably calculated to end the conduct, eliminate a hostile environment, if one has been created and prevent the conduct from occurring again. These steps should be taken regardless of whether an individual makes a complaint or asks the school/office to take action. Complaints are protected from retaliation. The District prohibits retaliation against any person who files a complaint or an appeal, reports instances of noncompliance, discrimination, harassment, bullying, and intimidation, or who participates in the complaint-filing or investigation process. This nondiscriminatory policy applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance within any school/office under the jurisdiction of the Berkeley Unified School District. 

For more information, or to file a complaint please contact:

District Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer Berkeley Unified School District, 2020 Bonar Street, Room 117, Berkeley CA 94702 Phone: (510) 486-9338; Email: complaints@berkeley.net

UPCOMING EVENTS

OCT 13-17 Spirit Week Slide Deck

WED: WRONG OCCASION THU: JERSEY FRI: RED & GOLD JACKET PRIDE

OCT 17 Homecoming Game & Dance Tickets on Sale 9.28

OCT 26 Make Up Photo Day #2 @ BHS Cafeteria

OCT 30 No School for BUSD

OCT 31 Last day to register a BHS Student Club Join a Club anytime > ​Student Club List 

NOV 11 No School for BUSD

DEC 4 Audition form Talent Show hosted by the Class of 2029

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

Red Cross Club Blood Drive

Come donate blood to the American Red Cross at Berkeley High School on Saturday, October 17th, from 8am-2pm in the Jacket Gym!! 

*** You must be 16 or older to donate

*** If 16-17, parental consent form must be filled out (collect from and turn in to Ms. Panebianco in room C308)

*** If under 19, make sure to check your eligibility: Do you meet the weight requirement for your height (document attached)

Schedule your donation using this link https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=BHS 

Every 2 seconds, someone in the US needs blood. Be the change. Give blood.

Questions? Email sharmilashaik@students.berkeley.net 

@berkeleyhigh.redcross

Come to the homecoming dance on October 17th. 

MIAMI MIDNIGHT

Food, Photos, music and fun.

In-person ticket sales Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at lunch in G-106A

$20 full price /

 $10 reduced price for those who qualify for free and reduced meals (Must purchase in-person)

Tickets on Sale

T​his is for BHS/BIS/BTA sudents-only

Contact lilafortner@students.berkeley.net 

sadiekayatsky@students.berkeley.net 

@jackets2028

“Honoring our Ancestors”

We want to invite everyone to this year’s Dia de Los Muertos “Honoring our Ancestors” festival on Saturday the 24th from 11am – 4 pm. We will have free massages, haircuts, lots of community services ,and fun activities! We hope to see you all there!

Submitted by sonjagarciacruz@partner.berkeley.net 

Adrianabetti@berkeley.net 

 Immersive Summer Program in Nicaragua

On Thursday at lunch in C327, we’ll be having an information session on an immersive summer program in Nicaragua! This program is an opportunity to do a homestay, work with medical professionals, teach kids English, work with sustainable agriculture, run soccer camps, and so much more. It is affordable, customizable, and an amazing way to improve your Spanish. We’ll have the program director there to answer questions and have pizza and snacks!! Bring a friend 🙂

Submitted by hazellutzker@students.berkeley.net 

Join Nia Club 

every other Thursdays in c324

Submitted by Mariaradja@students.berkeley.net 

 Frog and Toad Tickets

Tickets are on sale now to see Frog and Toad, at the David Brower Theater. On November 7th & 15th, shows are at 10:00am and 1:00pm. You can buy your tickets at the QR code provided. Come see Frog and Toad!

Contact caitlynlouchard@berkeley.net 

@berkeley_high_theater

BHS ATHLETICS

Berkeley High Girls Soccer: 2026–27 Tryouts

Interested in playing for Berkeley High this winter? We’re looking for students ready to compete, grow, and contribute to a team that plays for each other.

Girls soccer tryouts are planned for the week of November 9. All interested students should register for winter sports and complete their athletic clearance before tryouts. Registration is open through the BHS Athletics Athlete Registration page: https://sites.google.com/berkeley.net/bhsathletics/Resources/athlete-registration

Athletic clearance includes uploading a physical signed, dated, and stamped by a doctor. The athletics page has the full instructions and physical form.

For clearance questions, email athleticdirector@berkeley.net 

Compete for the crest. Play for each other.

@berkeleyjacketswsoccer

Season Passes

The All-Year Student Sports Passes are now $25. Get entry to all BHS Athletics home contests (excluding NCS playoffs)!

Purchase your pass online today.

CLICK HERE and follow the directions to access the pass.

Email athleticdirector@berkeley.net if you have technical difficulties or want to pay cash. 

Try out for 2026-27 Sports

Winter sports tryouts begin Monday, November 2nd

Spring sports tryouts are Monday, February 8th

Athletes must be cleared to participate – Your physical should be dated 5/1/2026 or later to be valid across the whole 2026-2027 school year. You can upload a new one later if you need to . Uncleared athletes can stay and watch but can’t participate

Go to berkeleyhighathletics.org and follow the links to Athlete Registration

Support your Yellow Jackets!

For Upcoming Games Check out the full BHS Athletics Schedule

Follow on X & Instagram @bhsjacketsports

BHS Athletics website

Contact Athletic Director athleticdirector@berkeley.net 

Go Jackets! 

Have you considered studying abroad next summer? What about next semester? 

Maybe even a GAP year or your first year in college? 

With CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange), you can choose from 120+ programs in 40 destinations around the world. CIEE offers significant scholarships to support program costs. Choose a course in Language Immersion, STEM, Arts, International Relations, Leadership or Business while earning college credit and college admissions counseling, community service hours, and hands-on experience in a topic you love. Plus, you’ll make new friendships while you have fun exploring the world.

This past summer, 30 Berkeley High School students traveled with CIEE and earned over $38,000 in scholarships! 

Sample programs: 

Japanese in Tokyo

Spanish in Spain, Mexico, Argentina & Costa Rica 

Mediterranean Ecosystems and Sustainability in Mallorca   

Global Entrepreneurship in Singapore 

Culinary Arts in Paris 

Sports Management in Barcelona 

French in Toulouse 

Browse CIEE’s Summer Programs! 

CIEE will be presenting in Career and College Counseling on Oct. 16th during 3rd period. If you are interested in attending this session, please email joannedumbrigue@berkeley.net for more information.

COLLEGE VISITS

Juniors and Seniors! Next week, October 13th through 16th, the following colleges and universities will be visiting and holding presentations in the College & Career Center:

University of Michigan

Vassar College

McGill University

University of Rochester

Grinnell College

Allegheny College

University of Waterloo

Bowdoin College

Portland State University

Connecticut College

American University

Oberlin College

Check the CCC calendar on the BHS website for more info and make sure to get permission from your teachers before attending! Hope to see you in the CCC!

Register to vote now!! If you’re 16 or 17 pre register!! 

👉 https://registertovote.ca.gov/ 

Want to apply for financial aid for college but don’t have your Federal Student Aid ID yet? 

Just come to the College & Career Center Thursday, October 15th, at 6:00 PM. We’ll be holding a FSA ID creation workshop to help you through the process. Hope to see you there!

Submitted by danielbrownson@berkeley.net 

There’s still time for your senior portrait

Berkeley High senior portraits are almost finished for the year. 

Every senior needs a portrait to appear in the yearbook.

These are the last two days we’re offering sessions:

Saturday, October 17

Sunday, October 18

Book Your Free Session Now

The session is free. It takes about 15 minutes and covers two looks — formal wear (tuxedo or velvet drape) plus cap and gown. We provide all of the formal attire in a range of sizes, so there’s nothing to bring. If you want to wear your own clothes for extra looks, a t-shirt or spaghetti-strap top underneath makes the changes quick.

Where: Blue Note Studios, 2093 Addison St, Suite 208, Berkeley — downtown, between Subway and Pizzeria De Laura. There’s an elevator if you need it.

One to two weeks after the session we’ll email a link to your gallery, where you can buy photos if you’d like. There’s no obligation — the yearbook portrait is covered either way.

Blue Note Photography
hello@blue.photo  ·  www.blue.photo/seniors

BHS YEARBOOK INFO

SENIOR PORTRAIT OPT-OUT

Hi Jackets! If you are a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior choosing to opt out of senior portraits, make sure you have taken and selected your school photo by October 26 and November 1st respectively! Thank you!

CLUB SPOTLIGHTS

Public service announcement to all club leaders: If you would like to be featured in the yearbook this year, you will need to have a large event that itself deserves a yearbook feature. Next to this event in the book, your club, club leaders, and all that you do can get featured! If you are planning any event in the future and think you qualify for a yearbook feature, please fill out this form giving us the details!  

SENIOR QUOTES

BHS seniors! Reminder to submit senior quotes and leave your mark on the school! 

Submit by December 5.

Here’s the link: 

NAME in YEARBOOK

If you do not identify with the name that is on your legal documents/transcripts and would like your name in the yearbook to represent the true you fill this out!! 

Submitted by sophiecranley@students.berkeley.net

IMPORTANT PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Interested in medicine? Want to learn real world medical skills you can actually use? 

Join us to learn first aid, CPR, BLS, and more while earning Red Cross certifications along the way!

Submitted by catalinamccarthy@students.berkeley.net 

CLASS of 2027 SENIOR INFO

The Senior information page contains important dates, info, and links for the Class of 2027.

SENIOR PORTRAITS

please visit: https://www.blue.photo/seniors

This year’s senior portraits will happen just a few blocks off campus at Blue Note Studio – 2093 Addison, between Subway and Pizzeria Da Laura. We encourage you to book early, as appointment times fill quickly, and check back often since more times will be added soon. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Blue Note Photography at hello@blue.photo

CLASS of 2027 CAP & GOWN LOANER PROGRAM

BHS Leadership is now facilitating the cap and gown loaner program for all graduating students. 

Please request a cap and gown here before December 18, 2026.

Achievers Inc. will offer cap and gown loaners ONLY from February 17 – March 19, 2027.

BHS LEGACY HOODIE

Purchase Here @ online BHS Student Store 

Sizes S – 3XL, no Medium/Large at this time

Don’t Leave Your Legacy Behind

Contact johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net

Quick Links

Need a Replacement Student ID?

Locker Request Form Visit C-210 for any questions.

Welcome Back Assembly & What Every Ninth Grader Should Know

OFF-CAMPUS LUNCH GUIDE Click here for some tasty Off Campus Lunch ideas.

BHS All Class Reunion Facebook page (non-BUSD)

Order a 2025-26 Yearbook Click here Contact amandamarini@berkeley.net

Make a BHS Health Center Appt. Click here

Complete a Free & Reduced Lunch Application secure.ezmealapp.com contact saraleon@berkeley.net

Click here for the daily lunch menu

Club Registration  Register a BHS Student Club for 2026-27 

BHS Athletics Berkeleyhighathletics.org

Class of 2026 Senior Info Senior Info, Dates & Resources

About

ASB Leadership is a collective student voice composed of a diverse body of student leaders. Our mission is to create a more positive and engaging experience at Berkeley High through civic engagement, community building, sustainability, social events, and positive staff-student relations.

Useful Links

BHS Website

Student Bulletin Archive

Submit a Bulletin

Follow @juicethejackets

Current List of Student Clubs

BHS Events Calendar

Contact Info

Berkeley High ASB Leadership 

1980 Allston Way, Berkeley CA United States 94704 

johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net

510.644.8990

Go Jackets!

Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy

The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to providing a hostile-free working and learning environment. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, and retaliation, based on actual or perceived race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status (related medical conditions), religion, color, national origin (including language restrictions and possession of a driver’s license (issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart attack), medical condition (cancer-related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.

Discrimination is different treatment based on a protected characteristic in the context of an educational program, work or activity without a legitimate, nondiscriminatory reason that interferes with or limits the individual’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by the District or includes an adverse employment action.

Hostile environment harassment occurs when a target is subjected to unwelcome conduct based on a protected characteristic, which is both subjectively offensive to the target and would be offensive to a reasonable person of similar circumstances/characteristics and is sufficiently so severe, and so pervasive to interfere with or limit an individual’s ability to effectively work or to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or opportunities offered by the District. Harassment may take many forms, including but not limited to, verbal remarks and name-calling, graphic and written statements, or any conduct that may be threatening or humiliating. Harassment based on any of the above protected categories is a form of unlawful discrimination and will not be tolerated by the District and can result in disciplinary action against the offending student or employee.

Upon witnessing an act of discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, and retaliation, based on actual or perceived protected characteristics, school personnel are required to take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so. Once a school/office has expressed notice or reason to know of such conduct, whether carried out by employees, students, or third parties, it should take immediate and appropriate steps to investigate, determine what occurred, take prompt and effective steps reasonably calculated to end the conduct, eliminate a hostile environment, if one has been created and prevent the conduct from occurring again. These steps should be taken regardless of whether an individual makes a complaint or asks the school/office to take action. Complaints are protected from retaliation. The District prohibits retaliation against any person who files a complaint or an appeal, reports instances of noncompliance, discrimination, harassment, bullying, and intimidation, or who participates in the complaint-filing or investigation process. This nondiscriminatory policy applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance within any school/office under the jurisdiction of the Berkeley Unified School District. 

For more information, or to file a complaint please contact:

District Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer Berkeley Unified School District, 2020 Bonar Street, Room 117, Berkeley CA 94702 Phone: (510) 486-9338; Email: complaints@berkeley.net

UPCOMING EVENTS

OCT 9 Green Day in honor of Green Dot

OCT 12 No School for BUSD

OCT 13-17 Spirit Week Slide Deck

TUES: 2016 DAY WED: WRONG OCCASION THU: JERSEY FRI: RED & GOLD JACKET PRIDE

OCT 17 Homecoming Game & Dance Tickets on Sale 9.28

OCT 26 Make Up Photo Day #2 @ BHS Cafeteria

OCT 30 No School for BUSD

OCT 31 Last day to register a BHS Student Club Join a Club anytime > ​Student Club List 

NOV 11 No School for BUSD

DEC 4 Audition form Talent Show hosted by the Class of 2029

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

Come to the homecoming dance on October 17th. 

MIAMI MIDNIGHT

Food, Photos, music and fun.

In-person ticket sales Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at lunch in G-106A

$20 full price /

 $10 reduced price for those who qualify for free and reduced meals (Must purchase in-person)

Tickets on Sale

T​his is for BHS/BIS/BTA sudents-only

Contact lilafortner@students.berkeley.net 

sadiekayatsky@students.berkeley.net 

@jackets2028

GREEN DAY

This Friday, Green Dot students are asking all staff and students to wear Green as a way to bring awareness and acknowledge sexual assault and harassment.

Students would like everyone to wear green as a way to remind us when we see something we need to say something. The Green Dots would also like the green to serve as a reminder to make positive choices every day. 

Please encourage your students to wear green this Friday and swing by the campus green at lunch in their green fit for a treat!

Join Nia Club 

every other Thursdays in c324

Submitted by Mariaradja@students.berkeley.net 

 Frog and Toad Tickets

Tickets are on sale now to see Frog and Toad, at the David Brower Theater. On November 7th & 15th, shows are at 10:00am and 1:00pm. You can buy your tickets at the QR code provided. Come see Frog and Toad!

Contact caitlynlouchard@berkeley.net 

@berkeley_high_theater

BHS ATHLETICS

Berkeley High Girls Soccer: 2026–27 Tryouts

Interested in playing for Berkeley High this winter? We’re looking for students ready to compete, grow, and contribute to a team that plays for each other.

Girls soccer tryouts are planned for the week of November 9. All interested students should register for winter sports and complete their athletic clearance before tryouts. Registration is open through the BHS Athletics Athlete Registration page: https://sites.google.com/berkeley.net/bhsathletics/Resources/athlete-registration

Athletic clearance includes uploading a physical signed, dated, and stamped by a doctor. The athletics page has the full instructions and physical form.

We will hold a pre-tryout meeting on October 16th Friday right after school in M Gym. For clearance questions, email athleticdirector@berkeley.net 

Compete for the crest. Play for each other.

@berkeleyjacketswsoccer

Season Passes

The All-Year Student Sports Passes are now $25. Get entry to all BHS Athletics home contests (excluding NCS playoffs)!

Purchase your pass online today.

CLICK HERE and follow the directions to access the pass.

Email athleticdirector@berkeley.net if you have technical difficulties or want to pay cash. 

Try out for 2026-27 Sports

Winter sports tryouts begin Monday, November 2nd

Spring sports tryouts are Monday, February 8th

Athletes must be cleared to participate – Your physical should be dated 5/1/2026 or later to be valid across the whole 2026-2027 school year. You can upload a new one later if you need to . Uncleared athletes can stay and watch but can’t participate

Go to berkeleyhighathletics.org and follow the links to Athlete Registration

Support your Yellow Jackets!

For Upcoming Games Check out the full BHS Athletics Schedule

Follow on X & Instagram @bhsjacketsports

BHS Athletics website

Contact Athletic Director athleticdirector@berkeley.net 

Go Jackets! 

Have you considered studying abroad next summer? What about next semester? 

Maybe even a GAP year or your first year in college? 

With CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange), you can choose from 120+ programs in 40 destinations around the world. CIEE offers significant scholarships to support program costs. Choose a course in Language Immersion, STEM, Arts, International Relations, Leadership or Business while earning college credit and college admissions counseling, community service hours, and hands-on experience in a topic you love. Plus, you’ll make new friendships while you have fun exploring the world.

This past summer, 30 Berkeley High School students traveled with CIEE and earned over $38,000 in scholarships! 

Sample programs: 

Japanese in Tokyo

Spanish in Spain, Mexico, Argentina & Costa Rica 

Mediterranean Ecosystems and Sustainability in Mallorca   

Global Entrepreneurship in Singapore 

Culinary Arts in Paris 

Sports Management in Barcelona 

French in Toulouse 

Browse CIEE’s Summer Programs! 

CIEE will be presenting in Career and College Counseling on Oct. 16th during 3rd period. If you are interested in attending this session, please email joannedumbrigue@berkeley.net for more information.

COLLEGE VISITS

Juniors and Seniors! Next week, October 13th through 16th, the following colleges and universities will be visiting and holding presentations in the College & Career Center:

University of Michigan

Vassar College

McGill University

University of Rochester

Grinnell College

Allegheny College

University of Waterloo

Bowdoin College

Portland State University

Connecticut College

American University

Oberlin College

Check the CCC calendar on the BHS website for more info and make sure to get permission from your teachers before attending! Hope to see you in the CCC!

Register to vote now!! If you’re 16 or 17 pre register!! 

👉 https://registertovote.ca.gov/ 

Want to apply for financial aid for college but don’t have your Federal Student Aid ID yet? 

Just come to the College & Career Center Thursday, October 15th, at 6:00 PM. We’ll be holding a FSA ID creation workshop to help you through the process. Hope to see you there!

Submitted by danielbrownson@berkeley.net 

There’s still time for your senior portrait

Berkeley High senior portraits are almost finished for the year. 

Every senior needs a portrait to appear in the yearbook.

These are the last four days we’re offering sessions:

Saturday, October 10

Sunday, October 11

Saturday, October 17

Sunday, October 18

Book Your Free Session Now

The session is free. It takes about 15 minutes and covers two looks — formal wear (tuxedo or velvet drape) plus cap and gown. We provide all of the formal attire in a range of sizes, so there’s nothing to bring. If you want to wear your own clothes for extra looks, a t-shirt or spaghetti-strap top underneath makes the changes quick.

Where: Blue Note Studios, 2093 Addison St, Suite 208, Berkeley — downtown, between Subway and Pizzeria De Laura. There’s an elevator if you need it.

One to two weeks after the session we’ll email a link to your gallery, where you can buy photos if you’d like. There’s no obligation — the yearbook portrait is covered either way.

Blue Note Photography
hello@blue.photo  ·  www.blue.photo/seniors

BHS YEARBOOK INFO

SENIOR PORTRAIT OPT-OUT

Hi Jackets! If you are a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior choosing to opt out of senior portraits, make sure you have taken and selected your school photo by October 26 and November 1st respectively! Thank you!

CLUB SPOTLIGHTS

Public service announcement to all club leaders: If you would like to be featured in the yearbook this year, you will need to have a large event that itself deserves a yearbook feature. Next to this event in the book, your club, club leaders, and all that you do can get featured! If you are planning any event in the future and think you qualify for a yearbook feature, please fill out this form giving us the details!  

SENIOR QUOTES

BHS seniors! Reminder to submit senior quotes and leave your mark on the school! 

Submit by December 5.

Here’s the link: 

NAME in YEARBOOK

If you do not identify with the name that is on your legal documents/transcripts and would like your name in the yearbook to represent the true you fill this out!! 

Submitted by sophiecranley@students.berkeley.net

IMPORTANT PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Interested in medicine? Want to learn real world medical skills you can actually use? 

Join us to learn first aid, CPR, BLS, and more while earning Red Cross certifications along the way!

Submitted by catalinamccarthy@students.berkeley.net 

Red Cross Club Blood Drive

Come donate blood to the American Red Cross at Berkeley High School on Saturday, October 17th, from 8am-2pm in the Jacket Gym!! 

*** You must be 16 or older to donate

*** If 16-17, parental consent form must be filled out (collect from and turn in to Ms. Panebianco in room C308)

*** If under 19, make sure to check your eligibility: Do you meet the weight requirement for your height (document attached)

Schedule your donation using this link https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=BHS 

Every 2 seconds, someone in the US needs blood. Be the change. Give blood.

Questions? Email sharmilashaik@students.berkeley.net 

@berkeleyhigh.redcross

CLASS of 2027 SENIOR INFO

The Senior information page contains important dates, info, and links for the Class of 2027.

SENIOR PORTRAITS

please visit: https://www.blue.photo/seniors

This year’s senior portraits will happen just a few blocks off campus at Blue Note Studio – 2093 Addison, between Subway and Pizzeria Da Laura. We encourage you to book early, as appointment times fill quickly, and check back often since more times will be added soon. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Blue Note Photography at hello@blue.photo

CLASS of 2027 CAP & GOWN LOANER PROGRAM

BHS Leadership is now facilitating the cap and gown loaner program for all graduating students. 

Please request a cap and gown here before December 18, 2026.

Achievers Inc. will offer cap and gown loaners ONLY from February 17 – March 19, 2027.

BHS LEGACY HOODIE

Purchase Here @ online BHS Student Store 

Sizes S – 3XL, no Medium/Large at this time

Don’t Leave Your Legacy Behind

Contact johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net

Quick Links

Need a Replacement Student ID?

Locker Request Form Visit C-210 for any questions.

Welcome Back Assembly & What Every Ninth Grader Should Know

OFF-CAMPUS LUNCH GUIDE Click here for some tasty Off Campus Lunch ideas.

BHS All Class Reunion Facebook page (non-BUSD)

Order a 2025-26 Yearbook Click here Contact amandamarini@berkeley.net

Make a BHS Health Center Appt. Click here

Complete a Free & Reduced Lunch Application secure.ezmealapp.com contact saraleon@berkeley.net

Click here for the daily lunch menu

Club Registration  Register a BHS Student Club for 2026-27 

BHS Athletics Berkeleyhighathletics.org

Class of 2026 Senior Info Senior Info, Dates & Resources

About

ASB Leadership is a collective student voice composed of a diverse body of student leaders. Our mission is to create a more positive and engaging experience at Berkeley High through civic engagement, community building, sustainability, social events, and positive staff-student relations.

Useful Links

BHS Website

Student Bulletin Archive

Submit a Bulletin

Follow @juicethejackets

Current List of Student Clubs

BHS Events Calendar

Contact Info

Berkeley High ASB Leadership 

1980 Allston Way, Berkeley CA United States 94704 

johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net

510.644.8990

Go Jackets!

Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy

The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to providing a hostile-free working and learning environment. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, and retaliation, based on actual or perceived race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status (related medical conditions), religion, color, national origin (including language restrictions and possession of a driver’s license (issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart attack), medical condition (cancer-related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.

Discrimination is different treatment based on a protected characteristic in the context of an educational program, work or activity without a legitimate, nondiscriminatory reason that interferes with or limits the individual’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by the District or includes an adverse employment action.

Hostile environment harassment occurs when a target is subjected to unwelcome conduct based on a protected characteristic, which is both subjectively offensive to the target and would be offensive to a reasonable person of similar circumstances/characteristics and is sufficiently so severe, and so pervasive to interfere with or limit an individual’s ability to effectively work or to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or opportunities offered by the District. Harassment may take many forms, including but not limited to, verbal remarks and name-calling, graphic and written statements, or any conduct that may be threatening or humiliating. Harassment based on any of the above protected categories is a form of unlawful discrimination and will not be tolerated by the District and can result in disciplinary action against the offending student or employee.

Upon witnessing an act of discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, and retaliation, based on actual or perceived protected characteristics, school personnel are required to take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so. Once a school/office has expressed notice or reason to know of such conduct, whether carried out by employees, students, or third parties, it should take immediate and appropriate steps to investigate, determine what occurred, take prompt and effective steps reasonably calculated to end the conduct, eliminate a hostile environment, if one has been created and prevent the conduct from occurring again. These steps should be taken regardless of whether an individual makes a complaint or asks the school/office to take action. Complaints are protected from retaliation. The District prohibits retaliation against any person who files a complaint or an appeal, reports instances of noncompliance, discrimination, harassment, bullying, and intimidation, or who participates in the complaint-filing or investigation process. This nondiscriminatory policy applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance within any school/office under the jurisdiction of the Berkeley Unified School District. 

For more information, or to file a complaint please contact:

District Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer Berkeley Unified School District, 2020 Bonar Street, Room 117, Berkeley CA 94702 Phone: (510) 486-9338; Email: complaints@berkeley.net

UPCOMING EVENTS

OCT 5 Staff PD Day – No School for Students

OCT 12 No School for BUSD

OCT 13-17 Spirit Week

OCT 17 Homecoming Game & Dance Tickets on Sale 9.28

OCT 26 Make Up Photo Day #2

OCT 30 No School for BUSD

OCT 31 Last day to register a BHS Student Club Join a Club anytime > ​Student Club List 

NOV 11 No School for BUSD

DEC 4 Audition form Talent Show hosted by the Class of 2029

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

Register to vote now!! If you’re 16 or 17 pre register!! 

👉 https://registertovote.ca.gov/ 

Are you interested in becoming a dentist? 

Hey Jackets! Do you want to go to Cal? Are you interested in becoming a dentist? If you answered yes to both, come to the CCC TODAY at LUNCH where the Cal Pre-Dental Society will be making a presentation. Hope to see you there!

Black Student Union Meeting

Hey Jackets!! BSU is having a GMB next tuesday in h102a!! good will be provided so make to be there! For mental health resources, check this site out. for more frequent updates make sure to follow the instagram : @berkeleybsu

Submitted by bitaniadesalegn@students.berkeley.net 

There’s still time for your senior portrait

Berkeley High senior portraits are almost finished for the year. 

Every senior needs a portrait to appear in the yearbook.

These are the last four days we’re offering sessions:

Saturday, October 10

Sunday, October 11

Saturday, October 17

Sunday, October 18

Book Your Free Session Now

The session is free. It takes about 15 minutes and covers two looks — formal wear (tuxedo or velvet drape) plus cap and gown. We provide all of the formal attire in a range of sizes, so there’s nothing to bring. If you want to wear your own clothes for extra looks, a t-shirt or spaghetti-strap top underneath makes the changes quick.

Where: Blue Note Studios, 2093 Addison St, Suite 208, Berkeley — downtown, between Subway and Pizzeria De Laura. There’s an elevator if you need it.

One to two weeks after the session we’ll email a link to your gallery, where you can buy photos if you’d like. There’s no obligation — the yearbook portrait is covered either way.

Blue Note Photography
hello@blue.photo  ·  www.blue.photo/seniors

BHS YEARBOOK INFO

CLUB SPOTLIGHTS

Public service announcement to all club leaders: If you would like to be featured in the yearbook this year, you will need to have a large event that itself deserves a yearbook feature. Next to this event in the book, your club, club leaders, and all that you do can get featured! If you are planning any event in the future and think you qualify for a yearbook feature, please fill out this form giving us the details!  

SENIOR QUOTES

BHS seniors! Reminder to submit senior quotes and leave your mark on the school! 

Submit by December 5.

Here’s the link: 

NAME in YEARBOOK

If you do not identify with the name that is on your legal documents/transcripts and would like your name in the yearbook to represent the true you fill this out!! 

Submitted by sophiecranley@students.berkeley.net

Women’s Student Union Fundraiser

Planned Parenthood is being defunded so we are having a bake sale and donating the proceeds to Planned Parenthood. It will be on Saturday (10/3) at 4th Street!

Contact bhswsu.info@gmail.com 

@womensstudentunion

Spikeball Club

Spikeball Club meets Tuesdays during lunch at the field outside Berkeley High. Bring your friends, hang out, bring snacks, come play!

Submitted by kanavdeorah@students.berkeley.net

@berkeleyhighschoolspikeball

IMPORTANT PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Come to the wellness center! 

It is in H104 open Monday through Friday, don’t forget a pass from your teacher.

Submitted by tesspettridgehennessy@students.berkeley.net 

@berkeleyasb

International Walk and Roll to School Day

October 7th is International Walk and Roll to School Day. We will be located at the M and A gates next Wednesday handing out prizes to those who walked, biked, carpooled, or took public transportation.

Contact Hazel Copithorne hazelcopithorne@students.berkeley.net , Solomon Gutride solomongutride@students.berkeley.net , Shakunthala Ananthakrishnan shakunthalaananthakrishnan@students.berkeley.net) 

@bhsgreenteam

Interested in medicine? Want to learn real world medical skills you can actually use? 

Join us to learn first aid, CPR, BLS, and more while earning Red Cross certifications along the way!

Submitted by catalinamccarthy@students.berkeley.net 

BHS Hack Club

Hey guys! Sign up to BHS Hack Club if you want to start or have an idea of a passion project. In return, you can get prizes or money! Many events are happening right now. Get started on a project now, no experience needed. This is a great place to get into stem regardless of your expertise.

Submitted by meghannguyen@students.berkeley.net 

Berkeley High Band and Orchestra Fundraiser

Hey Jackets! Come support Berkeley High Band and Orchestra at our first bake sale of the year! We will be fundraising for scholarships for our 2027 LA tour, new music, instrument repair/maintenance, and more! Come see us 12 (noon) – 4:30pm THIS SATURDAY, October 3rd at 4th street Berkeley, across from Peet’s.

Submitted by jaycecooper@students.berkeley.net 

@bhsbaostagram 

Recipe Club

Recipe Club is a club for people who love cooking and baking or want to learn how, has its first meeting today, Monday September 28! It’s in c307 at lunch, snacks are provided. We meet every other Monday. If you have any questions, email yaelsteinman@students.berkeley.net 

BHS jacket Latinx heritage month art submissions are due oct 2

You can submit all forms of art and can look at the berkeley high jacket website for inspiration.

Contact Maiaastera@students.berkeley.net 

Alanacortes@students.berkeley.net 

@bhsjacket

Sending Sunshine

Hi Jackets!! The second Sending Sunshine meeting of the school year is happening this Wednesday in H101! We will be going over card writing guidelines, WHICH ARE NOT SET BY US BUT RATHER BY SS INTERNATIONAL AND THEREFORE NOT OPTIONAL, so come if you have remotely any interest in making a card in the upcoming year. There will be treats so be there or be square!

Submitted by sophiecranley@students.berkeley.net  and mariellebled@students.berkeley.net

Finance Club Virtual Guest Speaker

The CIO of Bitwise, which is one of largest crypto management firms in the world, Matt Hougan (Hoe-gun) will be giving a virtual presentation on October 7th in H217 at lunch! There will be time to ask questions but also listen to his presentation.

Submitted by theloniousholmes@students.berkeley.net 

Red Cross Club Blood Drive

Come donate blood to the American Red Cross at Berkeley High School on Saturday, October 17th, from 8am-2pm in the Jacket Gym!! 

*** You must be 16 or older to donate

*** If 16-17, parental consent form must be filled out (collect from and turn in to Ms. Panebianco in room C308)

*** If under 19, make sure to check your eligibility: Do you meet the weight requirement for your height (document attached)

Schedule your donation using this link https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=BHS 

Every 2 seconds, someone in the US needs blood. Be the change. Give blood.

Questions? Email sharmilashaik@students.berkeley.net 

@berkeleyhigh.redcross

High School Student Election Worker Program

The Alameda County Registrar of Voters (ROV) invites your students to apply for the High School Student Election Worker Program for the November 3, 2026, Statewide General Election. This program offers meaningful civic engagement, valuable workplace experience, and the opportunity to earn up to $535.

We encourage you to share the application link below with your students and support their participation in this important community service opportunity:

High School Student Election Worker Application

Eligibility:

• At least 16 years old by Election Day

• GPA of 2.5 or higher

• Permission from a parent/guardian and school administrator

(School approval not required for weekend hours)

Work Dates:

• Saturday, October 31: 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

• Sunday, November 1: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

• Monday, November 2: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

• Tuesday, November 3 (Election Day): 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Juniors and Seniors! This week the following colleges and universities will be visiting and holding presentations in the College & Career Center:

Boston University

Duke University

San Diego State

California Poly Humboldt

Kenyon College

University of British Columbia

Washington University in St. Louis

Villanova University

Haverford College

Colgate University

Scripps College

University of St. Andrews

Case Western Reserve University

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Northwestern University

Check the CCC calendar on the BHS website for more info and make sure to get permission from your teachers before attending! Hope to see you in the CCC!

Submitted by danielbrownson@berkeley.net 

BHS ATHLETICS

BERKELEY HIGH SOCCER INFO MEETING

Monday, October 5th @ 5:00pm

Berkeley High M Gym

All boys interested in playing soccer for Berkeley High this winter please make plans to attend our annual preseason meeting on Monday, October 5th from 5:00 to 6:30pm in Berkeley High’s M Gym. Soccer tryouts begin November 2nd – go to www.homecampus.com and register today!

Todos los ninos interesados en jugar fútbol para Berkeley High este invierno hagan planes para asistir a nuestra reunion annual de pretemporade el martes 5 de octubre de 5:oo a 6:30pm en Berkeley High’s M Gym. Las pruebas de fútbol comienzan el 2 de noveimbre. ¡Visite www.homecampus.com y regístrese hoy!

Contact Stace Wright, stace@bandworks.com 

@bhsmenssoccer

Season Passes

The All-Year Student Sports Passes are now $25. Get entry to all BHS Athletics home contests (excluding NCS playoffs)!

Purchase your pass online today.

CLICK HERE and follow the directions to access the pass.

Email athleticdirector@berkeley.net if you have technical difficulties or want to pay cash. 

Try out for 2026-27 Sports

Winter sports tryouts begin Monday, November 2nd

Spring sports tryouts are Monday, February 8th

Athletes must be cleared to participate – Your physical should be dated 5/1/2026 or later to be valid across the whole 2026-2027 school year. You can upload a new one later if you need to . Uncleared athletes can stay and watch but can’t participate

Go to berkeleyhighathletics.org and follow the links to Athlete Registration

Support your Yellow Jackets!

For Upcoming Games Check out the full BHS Athletics Schedule

Follow on X & Instagram @bhsjacketsports

BHS Athletics website

Contact Athletic Director athleticdirector@berkeley.net 

Go Jackets! 

Come to the homecoming dance on October 17th. 

Food, Photos, music and fun. Theme is Miami Midnights! 

Tickets on Sale 9.28

Submitted by elahaight@students.berkeley.net 

@jackets2028

Students! Do you enjoy writing poetry or lyrics? Apply now to be the 2027 Berkeley Youth Poet Laureate! 

As the Youth Poet Laureate, you will get a chance to perform around Berkeley, network with poets and artists, and work on poetry projects with the library. Apply on the Berkeley Public Library website by October 31st. 

If you have questions or need support with the application, please stop by the BHS Library!

CLASS of 2027 SENIOR INFO

The Senior information page contains important dates, info, and links for the Class of 2027.

SENIOR PORTRAITS

please visit: https://www.blue.photo/seniors

This year’s senior portraits will happen just a few blocks off campus at Blue Note Studio – 2093 Addison, between Subway and Pizzeria Da Laura. We encourage you to book early, as appointment times fill quickly, and check back often since more times will be added soon. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Blue Note Photography at hello@blue.photo

CLASS of 2027 CAP & GOWN LOANER PROGRAM

BHS Leadership is now facilitating the cap and gown loaner program for all graduating students. 

Please request a cap and gown here before December 18, 2026.

Achievers Inc. will offer cap and gown loaners ONLY from February 17 – March 19, 2027.

BHS LEGACY HOODIE

Purchase Here @ online BHS Student Store 

Sizes S – 3XL, no Medium/Large at this time

Don’t Leave Your Legacy Behind

Contact johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net

Quick Links

Need a Replacement Student ID?

Locker Request Form Visit C-210 for any questions.

Welcome Back Assembly & What Every Ninth Grader Should Know

OFF-CAMPUS LUNCH GUIDE Click here for some tasty Off Campus Lunch ideas.

BHS All Class Reunion Facebook page (non-BUSD)

Order a 2025-26 Yearbook Click here Contact amandamarini@berkeley.net

Make a BHS Health Center Appt. Click here

Complete a Free & Reduced Lunch Application secure.ezmealapp.com contact saraleon@berkeley.net

Click here for the daily lunch menu

Club Registration  Register a BHS Student Club for 2026-27 

BHS Athletics Berkeleyhighathletics.org

Class of 2026 Senior Info Senior Info, Dates & Resources

About

ASB Leadership is a collective student voice composed of a diverse body of student leaders. Our mission is to create a more positive and engaging experience at Berkeley High through civic engagement, community building, sustainability, social events, and positive staff-student relations.

Useful Links

BHS Website

Student Bulletin Archive

Submit a Bulletin

Follow @juicethejackets

Current List of Student Clubs

BHS Events Calendar

Contact Info

Berkeley High ASB Leadership 

1980 Allston Way, Berkeley CA United States 94704 

johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net

510.644.8990

Go Jackets!

Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy

The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to providing a hostile-free working and learning environment. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, and retaliation, based on actual or perceived race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status (related medical conditions), religion, color, national origin (including language restrictions and possession of a driver’s license (issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart attack), medical condition (cancer-related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.

Discrimination is different treatment based on a protected characteristic in the context of an educational program, work or activity without a legitimate, nondiscriminatory reason that interferes with or limits the individual’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by the District or includes an adverse employment action.

Hostile environment harassment occurs when a target is subjected to unwelcome conduct based on a protected characteristic, which is both subjectively offensive to the target and would be offensive to a reasonable person of similar circumstances/characteristics and is sufficiently so severe, and so pervasive to interfere with or limit an individual’s ability to effectively work or to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or opportunities offered by the District. Harassment may take many forms, including but not limited to, verbal remarks and name-calling, graphic and written statements, or any conduct that may be threatening or humiliating. Harassment based on any of the above protected categories is a form of unlawful discrimination and will not be tolerated by the District and can result in disciplinary action against the offending student or employee.

Upon witnessing an act of discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, and retaliation, based on actual or perceived protected characteristics, school personnel are required to take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so. Once a school/office has expressed notice or reason to know of such conduct, whether carried out by employees, students, or third parties, it should take immediate and appropriate steps to investigate, determine what occurred, take prompt and effective steps reasonably calculated to end the conduct, eliminate a hostile environment, if one has been created and prevent the conduct from occurring again. These steps should be taken regardless of whether an individual makes a complaint or asks the school/office to take action. Complaints are protected from retaliation. The District prohibits retaliation against any person who files a complaint or an appeal, reports instances of noncompliance, discrimination, harassment, bullying, and intimidation, or who participates in the complaint-filing or investigation process. This nondiscriminatory policy applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance within any school/office under the jurisdiction of the Berkeley Unified School District. 

For more information, or to file a complaint please contact:

District Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer Berkeley Unified School District, 2020 Bonar Street, Room 117, Berkeley CA 94702 Phone: (510) 486-9338; Email: complaints@berkeley.net

UPCOMING EVENTS

SEPT 25 Open Mic

SEPT 25 Football game 7 pm

DATE TBA Make Up Photo Day #2

OCT 2 Audition form for the Talent Show hosted by the Class of 2029

OCT 13-17 Spirit Week

OCT 17 Homecoming Game & Dance Tickets on Sale 9.28

OCT 31 Last day to register a BHS Student Club Join a Club anytime > ​Student Club List 

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

Attend Drama Club’s first open mic!!

It’ll be in A-101, the blackbox at lunch on Friday Sept. 25th!!

Come perform a song, monologue, scene, play an instrument, dance, or do anything else!! Or attend as an audience member.

Email us if you’re interested in performing or just show up ready!!

There will be snacks, and you can eat your lunch during.

Submitted by kaelohickman@students.berkeley.net

Red Cross Club Blood Drive

Come donate blood to the American Red Cross at Berkeley High School on Saturday, October 17th, from 8am-2pm in the Jacket Gym!! 

*** You must be 16 or older to donate

*** If 16-17, parental consent form must be filled out (collect from and turn in to Ms. Panebianco in room C308)

*** If under 19, make sure to check your eligibility: Do you meet the weight requirement for your height (document attached)

Schedule your donation using this link https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=BHS 

Every 2 seconds, someone in the US needs blood. Be the change. Give blood.

Questions? Email sharmilashaik@students.berkeley.net 

@berkeleyhigh.redcross

High School Student Election Worker Program

The Alameda County Registrar of Voters (ROV) invites your students to apply for the High School Student Election Worker Program for the November 3, 2026, Statewide General Election. This program offers meaningful civic engagement, valuable workplace experience, and the opportunity to earn up to $535.

We encourage you to share the application link below with your students and support their participation in this important community service opportunity:

High School Student Election Worker Application

Eligibility:

• At least 16 years old by Election Day

• GPA of 2.5 or higher

• Permission from a parent/guardian and school administrator

(School approval not required for weekend hours)

Work Dates:

• Saturday, October 31: 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

• Sunday, November 1: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

• Monday, November 2: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

• Tuesday, November 3 (Election Day): 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Sexual Health Information From Teens

Hi Yellowjackets! It’s your health educators Chloe and Gabriella! We’re back to announce the official launch of the health center’s SHIFT program. As a reminder SHIFT stands for Sexual Health Information From Teens and is an opportunity for you to become peer educators. We will be holding an info session for SHIFT next week during lunch (11:41-12:21) on Wednesday September 30th at the wellness center (H-104). There will be a brief presentation about program expectations, benefits, and applications. We will also be there to answer your questions about the program. Keep an eye out for a flyer going out with more detailed information and if you have any more questions you are always welcome to stop by the health center (H-105).  

We look forward to seeing you all there!

BHS ATHLETICS

BERKELEY HIGH SOCCER INFO MEETING

Monday, October 5th @ 5:00pm

Berkeley High M Gym

All boys interested in playing soccer for Berkeley High this winter please make plans to attend our annual preseason meeting on Monday, October 5th from 5:00 to 6:30pm in Berkeley High’s M Gym. Soccer tryouts begin November 2nd – go to www.homecampus.com and register today!

Todos los ninos interesados en jugar fútbol para Berkeley High este invierno hagan planes para asistir a nuestra reunion annual de pretemporade el martes 5 de octubre de 5:oo a 6:30pm en Berkeley High’s M Gym. Las pruebas de fútbol comienzan el 2 de noveimbre. ¡Visite www.homecampus.com y regístrese hoy!

Contact Stace Wright, stace@bandworks.com 

@bhsmenssoccer

Season Passes

The All-Year Student Sports Passes are now $25. Get entry to all BHS Athletics home contests (excluding NCS playoffs)!

Purchase your pass online today.

CLICK HERE and follow the directions to access the pass.

Email athleticdirector@berkeley.net if you have technical difficulties or want to pay cash. 

Try out for 2026-27 Sports

Winter sports tryouts begin Monday, November 2nd

Spring sports tryouts are Monday, February 8th

Athletes must be cleared to participate – Your physical should be dated 5/1/2026 or later to be valid across the whole 2026-2027 school year. You can upload a new one later if you need to . Uncleared athletes can stay and watch but can’t participate

Go to berkeleyhighathletics.org and follow the links to Athlete Registration

Support your Yellow Jackets!

For Upcoming Games Check out the full BHS Athletics Schedule

Follow on X & Instagram @bhsjacketsports

BHS Athletics website

Contact Athletic Director athleticdirector@berkeley.net 

Go Jackets! 

Juniors and Seniors! This week the following colleges and universities will be visiting and holding presentations in the College & Career Center:

Reed College

St. Lawrence University

Durham University

Rensselaer Polytechnic (pronounced “”Rense-ler)

Stanford

University of Wisconsin

University of Toronto

University of Redlands

University of Oregon

Oregon State

Washington State

CSU Monterey Bay

University of Vermont

Mount Holyoke College

California Lutheran University

Grand Canyon University

Barnard College

Check the CCC calendar on the BHS website for more info and make sure to get permission from your teachers before attending! Hope to see you in the CCC!

Submitted by danielbrownson@berkeley.net

IMPORTANT PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Berkeley High Ultimate 

Berkeley High Ultimate kicked off this Saturday.  BHS Coup welcomes all new players, no experience needed!  It provides a welcoming and competitive environment where you can learn more about the game.  All skill levels welcome.  If interested please fill out form linked in the bulletin.

SIGN UP HERE 

Submitted by mabelathanasiou@students.berkeley.net 

@berkeleyhighultimate

The Berkeley Fashion Show Club

The Berkeley Fashion Show Club will be hosting its first meeting during lunch on Wednesday the 23rd in A2 (Ms. Marini’s Room). They are looking for designers, photographers, videographers, volunteers, hair and makeup artists, and small businesses to take part in the show. This will be the only meeting of the fall semester.

Submitted by delphinewadlund@students.berkeley.net 

@bhsfashionshow27

Come to the homecoming dance on October 17th. 

Food, Photos, music and fun. Theme is Miami Midnights! 

Tickets on Sale 9.28

Submitted by elahaight@students.berkeley.net 

@jackets2028

Do you like reading? Do you like working with kids?

 Join Berkeley Public Library’s reading buddies! 

It’s at the central branch of the Berkeley Public library every Wednesday at 4:30. Volunteers get paired with pre-K through third graders to read and play games with them. The goal is to help them with their reading skills and help them with their confidence. We have orientations this Wednesday and next Wednesday at 4:15 to 515 on the children’s floor of the Central branch. Attending one of these is mandatory! It’s super fun and a great way to get volunteer hours! Join! 

If you have any questions email youthliteracyproject@gmail.com 

@Youth_literacy_project

Students! Do you enjoy writing poetry or lyrics? Apply now to be the 2027 Berkeley Youth Poet Laureate! 

As the Youth Poet Laureate, you will get a chance to perform around Berkeley, network with poets and artists, and work on poetry projects with the library. Apply on the Berkeley Public Library website by October 31st. 

If you have questions or need support with the application, please stop by the BHS Library!

Berkeley High’s life drawing club

Hello berkeley high. I am speaking on behalf of Berkeley High’s life drawing club, and humbly requesting your presence at our meeting this Wednesday in G108A. We will be partaking in antics like those currently depicted on screen and would love to welcome anyone interested in having an absolute blast. Make sure to bring a pencil and a life, since you need both to life draw. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Submitted by maxwellhesterman@students.berkeley.net 

@bhslifedrawing

Creative Writers’ Club

We meet in C320 every Tuesday at lunch!

Come to learn more about creative writing and have a safe space to write what you want! Anyone is welcome; no experience necessary 🙂

Contact us at lilaschmitz@students.berkeley.net or adellmacgillivray@students.berkeley.net for more info!

Yuri Book Club

There’s not enough books about queer women out there, so we decided to provide recs for the one that are! We meet up on Tuesdays in M301.

Submitted by danielabedoya@students.berkeley.net 

Berkeley High Ultimate kicked off this Saturday.  

BHS Coup welcomes all new players, no experience needed!  It provides a welcoming and competitive environment where you can learn more about the game.  All skill levels welcome. 

 If interested please fill out form linked in the bulletin.

Submitted by mabelathanasiou@students.berkeley.net  

2026 First Alarm Girls+ Fire Camp

NorCal Women in the Fire Service, in partnership with Chabot College, is hosting the 2026 First Alarm Girls+ Fire Camp on October 17-18, 2026, in Hayward. The camp is designed for students in grades 9-12 and provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to careers in the fire service.

Contact Michelle Chen mchen@acoe.org  Wyn Skeels wynskeels@berkeley.net 

Attention all girls interested in basketball! 

Open gym and conditioning begins next week! Open gyms will be Mondays and Wednesdays in the Jacket gym from 5pm to 6:30pm. Conditioning: meet on the track Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5pm-6:30pm

Submitted by athleticdirector@berkeley.net

@bhsladyjackets

CLASS of 2027 SENIOR INFO

The Senior information page contains important dates, info, and links for the Class of 2027.

SENIOR PORTRAITS

please visit: https://www.blue.photo/seniors

This year’s senior portraits will happen just a few blocks off campus at Blue Note Studio – 2093 Addison, between Subway and Pizzeria Da Laura. We encourage you to book early, as appointment times fill quickly, and check back often since more times will be added soon. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Blue Note Photography at hello@blue.photo

CLASS of 2027 CAP & GOWN LOANER PROGRAM

BHS Leadership is now facilitating the cap and gown loaner program for all graduating students. 

Please request a cap and gown here before December 18, 2026.

Achievers Inc. will offer cap and gown loaners ONLY from February 17 – March 19, 2027.

After-School Academic Resources: 

Teacher Tutorials & CCC Learning Center

The Berkeley High School Development Group (BHSDG) After-School Teacher Tutorials

You can view the full schedule here:

View the BHSDG After-School Teacher Tutorial Schedule (2026-27)

In addition, the College and Career Center (CCC) offers tutoring from college students and peers, a drop-in study hall, college essay readers, and access to computers and printing every Monday–Thursday from 3:33–6:00 PM (2nd floor, D-Building).

CCC After-School Resources Flyer

Submitted by matthewlaurel@berkeley.net 

@bhs_afterschool_tutoring

BHS YEARBOOK INFO

SENIOR QUOTES

BHS seniors! Reminder to submit senior quotes and leave your mark on the school! 

Submit by December 5.

Here’s the link: 

NAME in YEARBOOK

If you do not identify with the name that is on your legal documents/transcripts and would like your name in the yearbook to represent the true you fill this out!! 

Submitted by sophiecranley@students.berkeley.net 

Senior lawns are for sale as a Berkeley Athletic Fund fundraiser.

givebutter.com/BHS2027-graduation-signs

$27.00 donation to Berkeley Athletic Fund. Sign pick up in April 2027.

BHS LEGACY HOODIE

Purchase Here @ online BHS Student Store 

Sizes S – 3XL, no Medium/Large at this time

Don’t Leave Your Legacy Behind

Contact johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net

Quick Links

Need a Replacement Student ID?

Locker Request Form Visit C-210 for any questions.

Welcome Back Assembly & What Every Ninth Grader Should Know

OFF-CAMPUS LUNCH GUIDE Click here for some tasty Off Campus Lunch ideas.

BHS All Class Reunion Facebook page (non-BUSD)

Order a 2025-26 Yearbook Click here Contact amandamarini@berkeley.net

Make a BHS Health Center Appt. Click here

Complete a Free & Reduced Lunch Application secure.ezmealapp.com contact saraleon@berkeley.net

Click here for the daily lunch menu

Club Registration  Register a BHS Student Club for 2026-27 

BHS Athletics Berkeleyhighathletics.org

Class of 2026 Senior Info Senior Info, Dates & Resources

About

ASB Leadership is a collective student voice composed of a diverse body of student leaders. Our mission is to create a more positive and engaging experience at Berkeley High through civic engagement, community building, sustainability, social events, and positive staff-student relations.

Useful Links

BHS Website

Student Bulletin Archive

Submit a Bulletin

Follow @juicethejackets

Current List of Student Clubs

BHS Events Calendar

Contact Info

Berkeley High ASB Leadership 

1980 Allston Way, Berkeley CA United States 94704 

johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net

510.644.8990

Go Jackets!

Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy

The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to providing a hostile-free working and learning environment. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, and retaliation, based on actual or perceived race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status (related medical conditions), religion, color, national origin (including language restrictions and possession of a driver’s license (issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart attack), medical condition (cancer-related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.

Discrimination is different treatment based on a protected characteristic in the context of an educational program, work or activity without a legitimate, nondiscriminatory reason that interferes with or limits the individual’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by the District or includes an adverse employment action.

Hostile environment harassment occurs when a target is subjected to unwelcome conduct based on a protected characteristic, which is both subjectively offensive to the target and would be offensive to a reasonable person of similar circumstances/characteristics and is sufficiently so severe, and so pervasive to interfere with or limit an individual’s ability to effectively work or to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or opportunities offered by the District. Harassment may take many forms, including but not limited to, verbal remarks and name-calling, graphic and written statements, or any conduct that may be threatening or humiliating. Harassment based on any of the above protected categories is a form of unlawful discrimination and will not be tolerated by the District and can result in disciplinary action against the offending student or employee.

Upon witnessing an act of discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, and retaliation, based on actual or perceived protected characteristics, school personnel are required to take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so. Once a school/office has expressed notice or reason to know of such conduct, whether carried out by employees, students, or third parties, it should take immediate and appropriate steps to investigate, determine what occurred, take prompt and effective steps reasonably calculated to end the conduct, eliminate a hostile environment, if one has been created and prevent the conduct from occurring again. These steps should be taken regardless of whether an individual makes a complaint or asks the school/office to take action. Complaints are protected from retaliation. The District prohibits retaliation against any person who files a complaint or an appeal, reports instances of noncompliance, discrimination, harassment, bullying, and intimidation, or who participates in the complaint-filing or investigation process. This nondiscriminatory policy applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance within any school/office under the jurisdiction of the Berkeley Unified School District. 

For more information, or to file a complaint please contact:

District Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer Berkeley Unified School District, 2020 Bonar Street, Room 117, Berkeley CA 94702 Phone: (510) 486-9338; Email: complaints@berkeley.net