2021-2022 ASB Leadership
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BERKELEY HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENT BULLETIN
Lottie D., Chief of Publicity
Adam W., Chief of Publicity
Jack W., Chief of Publicity
Mr. V, Director of Student Activities
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Video Bulletin Catalog (requires BUSD account)
Video Bulletin: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (shorter)
PA: Trivia Friday with Principal Raygoza
March 4, 2022
Here is today’s video bulletin:
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
BERKELEY PARKS & REC ACTIVITIES
3-on-3 Twilight League:
We are still accepting teams and single registrations. Completed forms can be dropped off in person at 1730 Oregon/ YAP or emailed to me at jbuendia@cityofberkeley.info
Here is the registration form.
Teen Night will resume this Friday, March 4th from 5pm – 9pm.
CLOTHING SWAP
The junior class leadership team will be hosting a clothing swap on the campus green at lunch on March 28th and March 30th. Bring your old clothes to donate or swap and come out to support student artists and brands who will be selling their merchandise.
Submitted by luisabertolli@students.berkeley.net
CROCHET, KNIT, TEXTILES
If you’re interested in learning how to crochet knit or do other things with yarn, join the textile club! If you already know how to do these things join us and have a space to talk to other people who love it too. We don’t have a bunch of supplies yet so please bring your own needles, hooks, yarn, etc if you can! There is an outdoor space in the back to eat lunch so bring it if you want. The club is every Monday at lunch in room G110, the ceramics room. If you want more information follow @bhs.textile.club on Instagram.
Submitted by annabelmcauliffe@students.berkeley.net
bhs.textile.club
Project Eye to Eye
The new BHS chapter of a national organization called Project Eye to Eye is looking for mentors to mentor 4th and 5th graders at Washington Elementary School. Project Eye to Eye is a mentoring program that teaches elementary school students self-advocacy skills by helping them realize their strengths through art-based projects. If you have experienced learning challenges in school due to learning differences and would like to help elementary school students to overcome their own learning challenges, you can become a Project Eye to Eye Mentor. You have to be 16 years or older and available on Tuesdays after school from 3:30-4:45.
If you would like to become a mentor or want to know more about Project Eye to Eye, please email the BHS Chapter Leader Arlo Wheeler at arlowheeler@students.berkeley.net. You can also register using this link: https://www.tfaforms.com/4931170 and we will reach out to you.
Submitted by monicasalvador@berkeley.net
IMPORTANT PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS BELOW
Good Morning Cafe
Let’s hear from our friends at the Good Morning Cafe, which plans to start this Friday between 1st and 2nd period at a few locations across campus. Come support the Homebase students and get yourself a pick-me-up between classes. They plan to sell items in front of the C-Building, G/H Building, Campus Green, & their home classroom of H-106.
Submitted by joshaustin@berkeley.net
Prom Royalty Form
Seniors and juniors: I hope you’re all very excited for prom this year! As per tradition, we will have two Prom Royals. Voting will take place at prom. They must be seniors and have no suspensions from the last quarter. Is someone coming to mind? Nominate them for Senior Prom Royalty this year!
To do this, you must fill out the nomination form and either send it to Mr. V electronically (to the email johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net) or submit it to the leadership office! Please do this ASAP! The due date to submit this form is March 12, 2022. The form is linked here.
@bhslead22
Berkeley High Historical Exploration Society
The Berkeley High Historical Exploration Society would like to welcome you to join its club. The club will explore a variety of historical subjects through research and projects of members’ choice, including but not limited to: models, maps, cooking, short stories, and art. While their name is a bit snobby, they are not, and all are welcome. They meet in C317 (Ms. Rodriguez’s room) at 3:45 on Wednesdays. If you are interested in history or just feel like wielding a hot glue gun, come by!
Submitted by juliaebrahimi@students.berkeley.net & ariellemcmurtrie@students.berkeley.net
Teen Reproductive Justice Program
The Teen Reproductive Justice Program is having its second meeting this sunday. In the program, participants will be part of a community based on shared values of collaboration, trust, and support, gaining skills and tools to become stronger leaders and advocate for rights. They will be joined by Dr. Shannon Connolly this weekend to speak about reproductive health and will be sharing real life case studies about teenage patients around the country and will be explaining the issues that are found in reproductive health. Dr. Connolly is the President of the California Academy of Family Physicians and the Associate Medical Director at Melody Health in Orange County.
The meeting will take place on zoom on sunday from 10-11 am.
The zoom link can also be found on the instagram.
Meeting ID: 986 0062 7666
Passcode: teenrepro
If interested in joining, fill out the contact form so that you can be informed about details about the program.
@teenreprojustice
PLAY KAYAK POLO!
This is just like what it sounds – a team maneuvers in kayaks and passes a water polo ball to score goals! Sound cool?
You don’t need any experience! Just bring your enthusiasm plus a swim suit or wet suit to the San Leandro High School pool. If you’re interested, sign up at http://www.bayareakayakpolo.com/
Submitted by emilygilden@berkeley.net & phkayak@gmail.com
BLOOD DRIVE on MARCH 24
Berkeley High is proud to partner with the American Red Cross and be a part of all they do for our community. Our blood drive is important to patients in need, but the collection and distribution of blood is just a small part of all the Red Cross does.
Our next drive is at the Donahue Gym on Thursday, March 24th, 2022 from 8:00-2:00pm. Please consider donating blood and/or sharing this information with your friends and families!
Please also remember that you have to make an appointment beforehand. Parent consent form is required for 16 and 17 years old.
Please visit this link on how to book appointments and read all info; https://tinyurl.com/bhsbdinfo
@bhs.redcrossclub
Submitted by emilysidharta@students.berkeley.net
Cultural Club Fair March 11
Staff, students, and all are invited to the CAMPUS GREEN during lunch on MARCH 11th to celebrate all the different cultures of berkeley high. We are encouraging everyone to show off their cultural clothes during this event/day. This event is organized by ASB and MCSA. To know more information please email either hanimnuru@students.berkeley.net or oliviaeknoian@students.berkeley.net.
Also if you are interested in submitted a song for the lunch time event, please send it to my email (w/ author): hanimnuru@students.berkeley.net. or dm one of the instagram accounts listed below (bhs_mcsa or @bhsexecutiveteam). Thank you!
Join BHS JAZZ
Hey BHS, are you interested in joining a BHS Jazz band for next year?
Our jazz bands are open to students who play saxophone, trumpet, trombone, guitar, bass, piano and drums, at least on an intermediate level.
auditions are coming up soon (end of March) for new students — and audition information can be found at bhsjazz.org
If you’re interested, please email Ms. Cline at sarahcline@berkeley.net, or come by P1 at lunchtime to see Ms. Cline in person
Elected Candidate Handbook
Election season is here, Berkeley High. Today is your first chance to preview the roster of elected candidates for the 2022-23 school year. These are the students who will represent you at school board meetings, funding committees, and in on-campus events planning. To be an informed voter, read through the Elected Candidate Handbook and connect with the elected candidates about their campaigns over social media.
Good luck candidates!
Submitted by Mr. V & Anna Khan-Akselrod
Prom Ticket sales update & Health Check Update
These guidelines are subject to change.
You have your prom tickets. You have your friend groups ready to go. You have your outfit. You have your matching well-fitting mask. Do you have your vaccination card ready?
To enter the SF Galleria all guests will need to show proof that you are ‘vaccinated with a complete initial series’ or a negative test before entering. ‘Vaccinated with a complete initial series’ means two weeks removed from the final dose of a CDC‐approved vaccine. You can show the CDC card, a photo of the card, or a digital copy of the card as long as the name, vaccination date, and type of vaccine are clearly visible.
For Guests not up to date with their covid vaccination, including the unvaccinated and those who are less than two weeks from having received their 2nd dose, they must provide proof of a negative result from a COVID‐19 test administered within 24 hours. At the door, you could show a printed document or digital record (text, email, app screen, etc.) of the negative test results, which should include the individual’s name, date of birth, and date of when the test was taken. Physical tests will not be accepted as proof of a negative test result.
For more details about the entry policy, please see the link in the bulletin.
To purchase prom tickets for $75 this week, please visit bit.ly/bhsprom22
Prom 2022 A Starry Night
SF Design Center Galleria 101 Henry Adams Street, San Francisco, CA
8:00 pm – 11:30 pm. Doors close at 9:30pm – No in & out privileges for any reason.
A Starry Night plans to be a memorable evening with the city skyline as a beautiful backdrop. Guests can expect sweet or savory crepes, unlimited beverages, and free photobooth pictures. Guests will also have access to professional photography at an extra cost.
Prom Policy: In order to attend prom, students should not be involved in conduct that violates education code and school rules from February 1-March 18. If there is a violation of the education code and school rules you will be excluded from prom. In December, the attendance office sent students who have 30+ unexcused absences a letter home notifying them that they cannot attend Senior Prom.
-You can earn yourself off the prom exclusion list by showing improvement in your attendance. You will need to complete a 2-week attendance that you can pick up from the attendance office. You must have no unexcused period absences or CUTs during your 2 week attendance card and it must be completed before March 11th, the end of quarter 3. You can attend tutoring in the College and Career Center or through teacher tutorials and complete the attached Unexcused Absence Clearance Form to clear up to 12 unverified absences from the previous month. If you can get your unexcused absences count under 30, you will be removed from the Prom Exclusion list. Please email Ms. Watson at amanwatson@berkeley.net if you have any questions about this
Covid Vaccination Status: Berkeley High Prom is taking place in the city of San Francisco. We need to have all attendees comply with the BUSD Board Policy* around vaccination status which states that proof of vaccination shall be required for attendance for any person age 12 or over at any indoor extracurricular BUSD event. For those not up to date on vaccinations, please plan to test on-campus on Friday, March 18. You will be allowed entry into prom with proof of a negative test. See venue policy for details. In accordance with BUSD board policy, masks are to be worn at all times except when actively eating and when actively taking formal pictures. *Subject to change
Tickets: bit.ly/bhsprom22
Feb. 28-Mar.18, the price increases to $75.
On Feb. 28, in-person sales are Monday, Wednesday, & Friday in the BHS Cafeteria at lunch & after school.
Cash & debit/credit cards are accepted. Debit/credit cards fees apply. No checks.
Please understand that there will not be refunds issued for prom if you are unable to attend, or get removed from the event. By purchasing the ticket you are agreeing to abide by the rules of Berkeley High, Berkeley Unified School District, The Galleria venue and the city of San Francisco.
Discounted Tickets: For BHS students who qualify, they can purchase discounted tickets at $30 in person for the entire duration of sales. Students must show your current school year eligibility letter (paper/email/ pic) from B.U.S.D. Nutrition Services to verify eligibility. Please see page 4 of the senior letter for details on how to qualify.
Guest Passes & Dance Conduct: Non-BHS Guest Pass Forms must be submitted at time of purchase. Only guests 20 years of age or younger will be admitted to Prom. The last day Guest Pass Forms are accepted will be March 11 and are available online only. Click here for the Guest Pass Form.
Security: All guests will pass through a security screening. Please do not bring large overnight bags, gum, food or beverage, drugs, weapons, among other illegal items. Contact Mr. V if you have a dietary need, prescription, or other need that may fall on the prohibited item list.
Sobriety: For your safety, any guest suspected of being under the influence or in possession of an illegal or controlled substance, either when arriving or during the Prom, will have their parents/guardians notified and will be required to leave the premises. Parents/Guardians will be responsible for picking the student up as all school policies and subsequent consequences will be enforced. Let’s have a joyous and safe celebration!
BHS Athletics Update
And if you cannot make out to the games, make sure to subscribe to the BHS Athletics YouTube channel to watch all of the live or on replay.
- Check out the calendar to go support your Yellow Jackets!
- Link to game calendar
- For upcoming games & scores, visit
- Berkeleyhighathletics.org
Quick Links
Need a Replacement Student ID? Replacement ID Form
Submit an entry for the BHS Film Festival BHS Film Festival Submissions
Title IX Resource Document Click here for the document
Complete a Free & Reduced Lunch Application secure.ezmealapp.com contact saraleon@berkeley.net
Join a BHS Student Club BHS Student Club List
New Club Registration has closed for 21-22 Register a BHS Student Club for 2021-22
BHS Athletics Berkeleyhighathletics.org
Class of 2022 Senior Letter Senior Info, Dates & Resources
Submit A Bulletin
If any BHS student or staff member is interested in submitting an announcement,
there are some basic guidelines to follow:
Here are the basic guidelines for submitting a bulletin:
1. It must be relevant to roughly 100 or more students or staff members.
2. It must be a message that promotes community and builds up positive school culture.
3. Please no birthday announcements or personal requests.
Please submit your morning announcement to the Google From by Monday morning: http://bit.ly/bhsstudentbulletin
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.
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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