Berkeley Unified could require free menstrual products in school bathrooms
A new state law requires free supplies at schools with high poverty levels, but a Berkeley policy could go further.
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Berkeley Unified could get a lot greener with sustainability plan
A proposal before the School Board this week could bring more climate-change lessons and compost bins into schools.
A teacher who looks like me
50 years ago Berkeley voluntarily integrated its schools. Even back then the district recognized that newly diverse classrooms demanded a diverse teaching force. In Part 3 of our deep dive we look at the situation today.
A radical decision, an unfinished legacy
Berkeley Unified made history by voluntarily integrating its schools 50 years ago this fall. In a special three-part series, Berkeleyside explores that history and its legacy in a very different present-day Berkeley.
Berkeley Unified and city reach agreement on shared meeting room
The City Council and School Board still have to approve the agreement, which would see the city paying a $600,000 flat fee as well as a per-meeting cost.
Election 2018 Berkeley: School Board candidates answer Berkeleyside questions
Meet the candidates running for Berkeley School Board in the Nov. 6, 2018 election.
Election 2018: Who is Abdur Sikder?
Meet Abdur Sikder, a candidate for Berkeley School Board in the November 2018 election.
Election 2018: Who is Norma J. F. Harrison?
Meet Norma J. F. Harrison, a candidate for Berkeley School Board in the November 2018 election.
Election 2018: Who is Ty Alper?
Meet Ty Alper, a candidate for Berkeley School Board in the November 2018 election.
Election 2018: Who is Julie Sinai?
Meet Julie Sinai, a candidate for Berkeley School Board in the November 2018 election.
Election 2018: Who is Ka’Dijah Brown?
Meet Ka'Dijah Brown, a candidate for Berkeley School Board in the November 2018 election.
Berkeley teachers blast district for standardized test decision
Teachers criticized BUSD for failing to seek their input when adopting a controversial testing program. District staff say the tests will help identify struggling students early.
Berkeley Community Media calls it a wrap, prepares for its sequel
The organization's final day at Berkeley High is June 30.
