2023-2024 ASB Leadership
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BERKELEY HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENT BULLETIN
Ki’Donyae B., Melody C., Amaya H., Chiefs of Publicity
Mr. V, Director of Student Activities
Video Bulletin: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
PA: Trivia Friday with Principal Raygoza
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May 6, 2024
Here is today’s video bulletin:
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
Happy Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
It is important to foster a greater appreciation of cultural diversity and understand the contributions of Asians in America. This month, APIC will recognize and celebrate the contributions of Asian Pacific Islanders to our history, culture, and achievements.
Follow @bhs.apic on Instagram to stay updated!
Hello Returning Student-Athletes,
The clearance registration portal for 24-25 is open. Remember, it is best to get a physical anytime from now to the beginning of August to ensure that the physical is good for the whole sports year (early August to early May).
Go to berkeleyhighathletics.org and follow the links to Athlete Registration. There are helpful FAQs, tutorials, and links to forms, local clinics that perform sports physicals, optional summer workout opportunities, and much more.
There is also an online store open all year round.
Go Jackets!
Contact athleticdirector@berkeley.net
@bhsjacketsports
African Diaspora Dance and Drum presents: Spring showcase “Ese Ne Tekrema”
May 22nd @7pm in the community theater, 1930 Allston way, Berkeley CA.
Please contact dawnwilliams@berkeley.net for questions
Artists email: mariasanchezperez@students.berkeley.net
The 2024-25 Club Registration form is NOW OPEN.
We are now accepting registrations for all new and returning clubs. You will need two student leaders, a certificated staff sponsor and a place you meet on campus. You can register and submit all documents at the link below.
2024-2025 CLUB REGISTRATION FORM
We plan to host a small club fair on 9th grade orientation day on August 9th, so we hope to see a solid group there. The fall club fair will take place about 3-4 weeks into the school year.
BHS JAZZ SALSA NIGHT IS BACK AGAIN!
We had so much fun last year we decided to make Salsa Night a tradition. Come on down to BHS on Friday May 10th. FREE Dance lesson 5:30-6:30 followed by lots of dancing and amazing music until 9:00 pm. There will be food trucks and lots of yummy treats for sale. FREE Admission – bring your friends and families and have a joyous time with us. 😊🎉❤️🔥
JOIN YEARBOOK!!
Are you a creative person? Do you want to be involved in creating long lasting memories at Berkeley High? JOIN YEARBOOK!!
Applications for the 2024-25 school year are now open, we are accepting writers, designers and photographers. Please submit your application by May 27.
Also, remember to preorder your book for this year online before May 11.
Submitted by bhsyearbook@berkeley.net
@berkeleyearbook
IMPORTANT PREVIOUSLY SHARED ANNOUNCEMENTS
RESCHEDULED LATINE GRADUATION MEETING:
Please join us TODAY (Friday 5/3) in C106
Latine Graduation Ceremony
May 29
Please join us TODAY (Friday 5/3) in C106 during lunch for more information on Latine Grad! We will be walking through the ceremony as well as handing out the save the date invites! Thank you!
Contact aliettiortegamendoza@berkeley.net & xochitlduenas@berkeley.net
@bhs.latinesunidos
IB STUDIO ART EXHIBITION
MAY 13-16
COMMUNITY THEATER
Cakewalk Donations
The class of 2027 leadership team wants to let you know that we will be hosting a cakewalk at the carnival this year!!! And we need your help! We are in need of cake donations, contact us via instagram @class_of_2027_leadership, using this link, or finding us in person!
Contact manushi shah, amani meleis
Submitted by manushishah@students.berkeley.net
2024 Decision Week Celebration
CALLING ALL SENIORS!!!
Next week is the start of Senior Decision Week! Decision week will run from May 8-10 and 13-15, and it will be a series of celebrations and college/career knowledge events to celebrate you and your dedication to your future. ALL SENIORS ARE INVITED and ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE! If you plan on attending the workshop(s) or panel, please come with a signed pass from your teacher. Set yourself reminders and turn on your email notifications, I will be in touch!
If you have questions regarding this event, please reach out to Ms. Martinez at mayamartinez@partner.berkeley.net
@eaopdcacbhs
@berkeleyhighcounseling
Period Product Drive
This is a drive to collect menstrual products for students who need them in school. We know that they often get damaged and destroyed in the bathrooms so we want to put them in classrooms to ensure everyone has access.
Contact sophianishioka@students.berkeley.net
Apply to join The Buzz, The Jacket’s Podcast
Apply to join The Buzz, The Jacket’s Podcast, and get class credit! We cover stories about Berkeley High culture and events, and the Berkeley community as a whole. Some of our favorite stories this year have been about: Rally Day, relationships and dating in high school, and a community group that awards small acts of kindness.
We are looking for applicants to join a fun team of audio storytellers who want to put together a bi-monthly podcast. Learn to come up with story ideas, interview, draft scripts and edit audio.
We are also looking for a dedicated audio editor with previous experience with Soundtrap or another editing platform/sound engineering. We’re thinking someone with an affinity for mixing music would be great.
Applications are due May 24th.
Submitted by miriamreichenberg@students.berkeley.net
@bhsjacket
Business Team & Web Team on the BHS Jacket
The Jacket is exited to announce that we are opening up applications for the business team and web team. You don’t have to have any experience to apply. We are a completely student run newspaper that publishes biweekly. Applications are due Friday, May 10th. Please consider applying!
Submissions to special AAPI month issue
The Jacket is also looking for students to submit a piece of art to be showcased in our special AAPI month issue. Consider submitting a painting, drawing, photograph, etc. to josephinemorasky@student.berkeley.net or ysabelchu@students.berkeley.net by Friday, May 3rd.
More information about submissions and applications will be on our website https://berkeleyhighjacket.com/ and on our instagram @bhsjacket. Please reach out to josephinemorasky@students.berkeley.net or ysabelchu@students.berkeley.net with any questions!
Seniors, money matters!
Do you need help with your orientation and/or SIR deposits or any other college related expenses? The first 50 students who qualify will receive a $750 check in their name.
Make sure to fill out the First Step application: https://forms.gle/2wFSJ4Byzk9SrtGt7 .
You’ll need to have your SAI (Student Aid Index) number handy from the FAFSA/CADAA. The application will take no more than 3 minutes! Please don’t wait, the form will stop accepting responses after May 3rd.
Submitted by erikapistoni@berkeley.net
Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony
Berkeley High School
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Red Ceremony: Last Names A-K 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Gold Ceremony: Last Names L-Z 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
*You can wear a red or gold cap & gown to either ceremony.
Guest entrance at Milvia Street & Durant Avenue opens up one hour before each ceremony
Watch the 2024 Livestream Here
We will share graduation updates via student email, BHS e-tree, the BHS website, this section of the senior information page among other means.
Tickets It is assumed that all graduating students will attend the ceremony. All graduating students from BHS, BIS & BTA will receive six (6) tickets for graduation. Please complete the RSVP form by May 1st *form opens late March.
Every person attending, regardless of age, must have a ticket for entrance.
Ticket Distribution We will distribute six (6) tickets to all graduating students after the June 3 grad meeting. An alternative pick up time will be announced closer to graduation. All outstanding debts must be cleared before tickets can be distributed.
Graduation Performers & Speakers We will recruit student speakers or student performers that represent the heart and spirit of the Class of 2024. Please submit a video clip of your audition speech or performance by May 1st.
Contact Mr. V with any questions.
Spring Football Tryouts begin May 6th!!!
Become a Link Leader for the Class of 2028 9th Grade Orientation
CLICK HERE >>> 9th Grade Link Leader Interest Form due by midnight of May 31, 2024
If in the 2024-25 school year you will be a SOPHOMORE, JUNIOR or SENIOR and wish to work with the incoming freshman class, consider applying to become an ORIENTATION DAY LEADER.
If you have any questions, email
Meghan Malone at meghanmalone@students.berkeley.net, or Mr. V at johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net
@juicethejackets
ORDER A BHS YEARBOOK
The time to preorder your 2024 yearbook is coming to a close… buy your book online for $85 before May 11. After May 11, books will only be sold for $100 cash or check. ONLY 300 books left!!!
Code 16356
Submitted by bhsyearbook@berkeley.net
@berkeleyearbook
Join BHS Yearbook
Yearbook applications for the 2024-25 school year are open now. We are looking for designers, photographers and writers. Deadline is May 27.
Make sure to pre-order your yearbook for this school year before they sell out. Use code 16356.
Submitted by eleanorzaragozaaaron@students.berkeley.net
BHS LUNCH GUIDE
Hey everyone! We created a guide of all the places to have lunch around Berkeley High. It’s organized by price, distance, wait time, and has lots of other information (ex: student discounts!) so you can more easily decide where to go for off-campus lunch.
Click this link or scan the QR code to access the guide!
Submitted by sashaspanier@students.berkeley.net
evafostovskygeckeler@students.berkeley.net
BHS ATHLETICS
Support your Yellow Jackets!
For Upcoming Games Check out the full BHS Athletics Schedule
Follow on X & Instagram @bhsjacketsports
ContactAthletic Director athleticdirector@berkeley.net
Go Jackets!
Quick Links
Need a Replacement Student ID? January 22 is the next on-campus photo day.
Need a Locker? Visit C210 during lunch or after school.
Welcome Back Assembly slidedeck & What Every Ninth Grader Should Know
BHS Bell Schedule app created by Mr. Seibel
Order a 2023-24 Yearbook Click here Contact genevievemage@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
Join a BHS Student Club BHS Student Club List
Club Registration Register a BHS Student Club for 2023-24 cut off has passed
BHS Athletics Berkeleyhighathletics.org
Class of 2024 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.
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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