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NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Fall Club Fair Slide Deck & Online Club List
September 25 Back to School Night more info here
September 27 Homecoming Dance: Once Upon a Time tickets on sale
By October 31 Club Registration New or Returning Student Club for 2025-2026
UNITY WEEK 2025
September 22-27
MON. – PAJAMA TUES. – ADAM SANDLER WED.- WE WEAR PINK
THUR.- JERSEY vs JERSEY SHORE FRI.- RED & GOLD JACKET PRIDE
Have fun with your outfit choices, but refrain from making fun of others. See slide deck for notes.
Jackets, please remember to…
Be Spirited
Be Respectful
Be Safe
Be Mindful of Others
Purchase Homecoming Tickets
All grades are welcome to attend assuming that you have no attendance or discipline issues.
Once Upon a Time tickets on sale now
Hoco tickets $20
Submitted by angelwu@students.berkeley.net
@2027jackets
UC and Common App Workshops
Seniors! We have workshops scheduled for Friday, September 19th to work on your UC and Common App activities list. Come through during your free 1st, lunch, or 6th, and after school until 4 pm.
Passes required if you don’t have a free period. Also, check your Inbox for the newest CCC newsletter!
Submitted by yasminnavarro@berkeley.net
@berkeleyhs_collegecareercenter
Women’s Student Union
Come to Women’s student unions second Meeting this thursday in ms moreno’s room C 128 We will be discussing the de funding of planned parenthood. Snacks will be provided!
Submitted by juliawarrenboyd@students.berkeley.net
@womensstudentunion
Jewish Student Union
Jewish Student Union meets Wednesdays at lunch in C219 in Ms. Rosen’s room. Be there or be square!
Submitted by lilahsalomon@students.berkeley.net
@berkeley_high_jews
Women of Lit
Hi Jackets! We’re Women of Lit, and we’re hosting a meeting this Friday in C126, which is Ms. Wachtel’s room. Be there, we’re going to have snacks, and it’ll be super fun! Be there or be square!
Submitted by aarushibhandari@students.berkeley.net
@bhswomenofliterature
Come meet your counselors in the D building!
Drop in hours are before school, during lunch, and after school till 4.
If you don’t know your counselor or if you have any questions email Ms.Sheila at sheilaburke@berkeley.net
@berkeleyhighcounseling
Interact club
first meeting of Interact club in H213 this Thursday 9/18.
Please email lincolnseid@students.berkeley.net and nathanliu@students.berkeley.net about any questions. https://www.instagram.com/bhsinteractclub25/
California Scholarship Federation
Hey Jackets, my name is Amelie and I’m the president of the California Scholarship Federation Berkeley chapter. Im the secretary (Manon). And we are having our very first meeting this Wednesday(today) at lunch in the CCC Its very important that you come because we are going to go through the whole application process. If you are a part of CSF it shows your academic excellence since it is an honor society, you will get a cord at graduation, and you get a seal on your diploma. This is a really good opportunity please come we will have snacks and see you there!
Submitted by manonturpin@students.berkeley.net
@csfberkeley
Coastal Cleanup
We invite you to join other high schoolers from around the bay to come help the community and pick up trash at the Oakland and Alameda estuary! It is led by highschoolers and it looks great on College applications. The cleanup is happening from 10:30 to 1:00 at the Jack London Aquatic center on September 20th.
Go to https://JLAC.eventbrite.com to sign up.
We hope to see you there!
Join Create For Kids!!!
We make cards and kid kits for pediatric patients, supporting them and helping them persevere! You also earn volunteer hours for each card (30 min) and kid kit (1 hr).
We meet every other Tuesday (our first meeting is tomorrow, 9/22) in room C317! Hope to see you at our first meeting!
Any questions? Email createforkids@gmail.com OR DM our Instagram @createforkidsberkeley
The BHS Safety Committee invites you to volunteer for a position on our committee.
This committee is responsible for developing and implementing our school’s comprehensive safety plan. Joining the Safety Committee is a powerful way for you to contribute directly to the well-being of our school.
The first Safety Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 16, at 4:15 PM.
We’ll meet in person at the Berkeley High School Main office Conference Room B, with a hybrid option available for those who cannot attend in person. Please check your email for more information and respond to the email if you would like to join.
Submitted by cassandratesch@berkeley.net
Metamorphoses tickets are on sale!!
Shows will run from October 4th-11th, and will be at Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley.
Make sure to purchase your tickets soon before they sell out!
Join the club, Seeds for Change
become a tree ambassador! Meeting every other Monday in room G216
Submitted by onaweiss@students.berkeley.net
@seeds_for_change_
Join Scientific Adventures for Girls’ Near Peer Program!
Scientific Adventures for Girls is looking for girls in high school to serve as Near Peers in our TK-6 afterschool STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) programs.
As a Near Peer, (open to girls and girl-identified youth ages 15+) you’ll help engage elementary-age girls and support Teachers and Assistants in hands-on STEM activities. This is an in-person classroom role at public schools in Richmond and Oakland.
Starts September 22, so signup today.
IMPORTANT PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
AC Speaks
AC Speaks is an Academic Choice student leadership group. We plan and host events like AC graduation, AC fieldtrips, events like senior breakfast sophomore brunch and we want your help.
We meet every Wednesday in Mr.Smiths room C112. Join AC Speaks.
Submitted by inshakashif@students.berkeley.net
@bhs.acspeaks
SIGN UP FOR THE 2025 TALENT SHOW
Singers, bands, rappers, comics, dance, circus acts, etc…
Berkeley High Got Talent!
Auditions begin September 22
Talent Show is October 16
Submitted by jordankehat@students.berkeley.net
Join Green team!
We meet every Friday in C309 during lunch. We fundraise and work and projects to make BHS greener to the best of our abilities. Join us for a fun way to help the environment!
If you have any questions contact us at Berkeleyhighgreen@gmail.com
Do you love poetry, songwriting, or spoken word?
Apply to be the next Berkeley Youth Poet Laureate! Open to Berkeley residents and students, age 13-18. Submit your application on the Berkeley Public Library’s website
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/berkeley-youth-poet-laureate-program by October 31st.
Join Speech and Debate!
Do you want to improve your public speaking skills? Join Speech and Debate! Practices are every Monday and Wednesday 4-6 P.M. G215 in Mr. Glimme’s room. First practice is Monday September 8!
If you can’t make this Monday come to the next practice.
Contact bhsdeb8@gmail.com
@berkeley_debate
Black Scholar Center
Do you need help with math or science?” “Or English or history?” “ Come to the black scholar center in C220.” “Monday through Thursday.” “At 3:30 to 5:00
Contact Jenellmarshall@berkeley.net
Yearbook Info
Yearbook Name Change Request
Please complete before November 1
Submit your senior quote for the yearbook!
There is a limit of 200 characters and quotes are due before 11:59 on January 21st, but the sooner the better! Please submit your quote as soon as you know what you want to do – seniors only!
Calling all crafty people!!
If you make your own clothes, accessories, do your nails, ANYTHING, email anabelorozco@students.berkeley.net for a chance to be covered in the yearbook!!
Email any questions to bhsyearbook@berkeley.net
@berkeleyearbook
FASHION SHOW
Do you want to participate in a super awesome fashion show in April as a designer, small business, hair and makeup artist, volunteer, or stage manager?
If so, come to our informational meeting this Thursday (9/11) at lunch in A2 (the a-building basement).
We will be sharing info about the roles, time commitment, and the timeline for the show.
If you haven’t done so already, fill out the interest form in our instagram bio @bhsfashionshow26, or fill it out here.
If you have any question please reach out to us at bhsfashionzine@gmail.com
Earth Team Environmental Internship application opportunity.
Submitted by avacapen@students.berkeley.net
@earthteam
Puente Club
Puente Club is aims to help students improve academically, enjoy field trip opportunities, college learning, and creating a tight knit community. If you are interested in any of these things, swing by classroom C106 for our first meeting where we will be discussing our upcoming ideas for the semester and opportunities that will be coming your way. Meetings every other Wednesday, starting today.
If you have any questions reach out to indimany@students.berkeley.net or anthonyfeely@students.berkeley.net
Submitted by indimany@students.berkeley.net
@bhspuente._
Cheer Fundraiser
Support the cheer team by helping us raise funds for skills camps and competitions.
Submitted by tiffanysutherland@berkeley.net
@bhs_cheerteam
do you remember in 8th grade when we got consent ed presentations?
yes those were so helpful!
well guess what?
you can be part of that club
and make those presentations possible!
BHS stop harassing is a great club. we work to end rape culture and sexual assault/harassment on BHS campus. we do this by going to the berkeley unified school district middle schools and private schools to teach them consent ed and what not to do when they reach our campus. you get volunteer hours, possible leadership positions, time with friends, looks good on college apps, and above all you get to educate your community through consent ed and make it a better place.
come to c221 next tuesday during lunch.
SEE YOU THERE!
Submitted by samiramccarthy@students.berkeley.net
@bhsstopharassing
College Bound
This program is for any scholars who would like to network with college alumni that personally know a lot of powerful people in the college world. You can gain lots of scholarships, grants, and connections from here. You can go on college tours that are in different states for a full week, build community with others your age, gain help with your college application, learn more about how to add more to your high school experience that will be very beneficial for college, and just have a very supportive group that will lift you up and improve on your success rate to get into your dream college! Last year we had seniors get into Spelman, Morehouse, Xavier and a lot more.
We meet once a month for a whole school year, our first meeting is October 25th from 9-12pm.
For any new families that are in 9th-12th grade and are interested in joining, there will be a new family orientation on September 8th, this is the link to sign up for it:
Submitted by navijelove@students.berkeley.net
Jobs for Jackets
Jobs for Jackets is having its first meeting Monday, September 8th at lunch! Come to C335 if you want get a job and earn some money.
Be there!
Submitted by amayasimic@students.berkeley.net
@jobs4jackets
Are you interested in environmental and social justice?
Join Sunrise! We’re a part of a national youth led organization. We meet EVERY WEDNESDAY@LUNCH IN C315. This Wednesday we’ll be making postcards to send to our legislators asking them to vote yes on a bill that will make Big Oil companies pay for the damage they’ve done!!
Submitted by amelaamago@students.berkeley.net
@sunriseberkeleyhigh
BHS ATHLETICS
Boys Soccer
All boys interested in playing soccer for Berkeley High this winter please make plans to attend our annual preseason meeting on Monday, October 6th from 5:30 to 7:00pm at Berkeley High School – M Gym. Soccer tryouts begin November 3rd – 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 1 de octubre de 5:30 a 7:00pm en Berkeley High School – M Gym.. Las pruebas de fútbol comienzan el 3 de noveimbre. ¡Visite www.homecampus.com y regístrese hoy!
Lacrosse Weightroom
Hey Jackets!! Are you looking for a fun, exciting, and action packed sport?? Lacrosse weightroom is starting up every single wednesday! The Bhs womens lacrosse team is an awesome community and would love to see you there! weightroom is from 4-445 after school, and wallball will start on september 11th!
If you have any questions feel free to reach out to violetpotts@students.berkeley.net sabinerosen@students.berkeley.net or whitneyborovicka@students.berkeley.net
@bhswlacrosse
Boys Lacrosse Captains practice is starting!
We’re hanging out and practicing weekly every thursday at 4:00 at tim mollering field a few blocks south of berkeley high. New players welcome! No gear required. Please email ivanwatson@students.berkeley.net if you want to borrow gear or have any questions.
Girls Lacrosse
Girls Lacrosse will now be having weight room sessions at Berkeley High from 3:55-4:30 every Wednesday. Anyone who is interested is welcome, bring your friends!! be there.
Wrestling Open Mat
The BHS wrestling team will start hosting open mat in the wrestling room in the M building starting August 25. Practices will be from 4:00-6:30, participants do not need any experience and anyone is welcome. Bring athletic clothing and a water bottle.
Please reach out with any questions to berkeleyhswrestling@gmail.com.
@wrestling.bhs
Register for 2025-26 Sports
Athletes must be cleared to participate – Deadline to be cleared for first day is:
8/11 at 9AM! (those that register after that will miss day 1)
Uncleared athletes can stay and watch but can’t participate
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.
Support your Yellow Jackets!
For Upcoming Games Check out the full BHS Athletics Schedule
Follow on X & Instagram @bhsjacketsports
Contact Athletic Director athleticdirector@berkeley.net
Go Jackets!
Attend Leadership Meeting
September 29th
Hey Jackets! I’m Rue Bhandari, your 2025-26 commissioner of achievement. Please mark your calendars for our open invite leadership meeting hosted on September 29th. It’s a great opportunity to share your opinions and test out if you’d want to be part of leadership in the future.
Please email me at this address aarushibhandari@berkeley.students.net and see you all there!
AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING
The Berkeley High School Development Group (BHSDG) After-School Teacher Tutorials will officially begin on Tuesday, September 2nd. You can view the full schedule here:
2025-26 BHSDG After-School Teacher Tutorial Schedule
Come to the Bay Area Youth Climate summits annual conference,
We are excited to share an opportunity for students to engage in climate justice and connect with peers across the Bay Area!
The Sixth Annual Bay Area Youth Climate Summit (BAYCS) will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2025, from 9:00 AM–3:30 PM at The General’s Residence in San Francisco.
This youth-led event invites students and community members to come together for a day of collaboration, learning, and action. The summit will feature:
12 interactive workshops led by local organizations and change-makers
Hands-on activities during lunch
Panels and discussions with inspiring leaders in the climate movement
If you’re interested in climate action, this is the perfect space to connect, learn, and take part in shaping solutions.
👉 Register here: Eventbrite Link
📍 Location: The General’s Residence, 1 Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA 94109
For questions, please reach out to bayareaycs@gmail.com
Submitted by damonhunt@students.berkeley.net
BHS LEGACY HOODIE
Purchase Here @ online BHS Student Store
Sizes S – 3XL
Don’t Leave Your Legacy Behind
Contact johnvillavicencio@berkeley.net
Quick Links
Need a Replacement Student ID? September 15 is the last on-campus photo day.
Need a Locker? Visit C-210 during lunch or after school.
Welcome Back Assembly 25 & 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 2025-26
BHS Athletics Berkeleyhighathletics.org
Class of 2026 Senior Info Senior Info, Dates & Resources <will update to 2026 soon
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
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