Berkeley Unified releases proposed school schedules, distance learning timeline for fall
BUSD is continually updating its plans, but the five new schedules offer a broad view of the upcoming school year.
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In ‘heartbreaking’ decision, Berkeley schools superintendent calls for all fall classes to be online
BUSD is pivoting on plans for a hybrid back-to-school model as local COVID-19 conditions worsen, with all students distance learning when school begins in August.
BUSD leaders try to reassure parents exasperated by Zoom pause
A town hall was dominated by Zoombomber issues, but staff also shared details about BUSD operations.
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Longfellow Middle School principal resigns
Stacey Wyatt’s resignation after two years comes at a pivotal moment for the school.
BUSD says school staff did report alleged sexual assault to Berkeley police
On Friday, the Berkeley Unified School District publicly denied a recent claim by a student that a Berkeley High staff member failed to tell police about her sexual assault report.
Superintendent, principal respond to Berkeley High students’ sexual assault protests
In messages emailed to families, Brent Stephens and Erin Schweng tried to convey that they’re taking action in response to days of unrest and student demands.
8 months after devastating crash, Judy Appel returns to School Board
Wednesday’s School Board meeting was not only the first for Judy Appel after a long medical leave, but also the first ever for new Superintendent Brent Stephens.
Berkeley Unified confirms appointment of Brent Stephens as new superintendent
Stephens was the longtime chief academic officer for San Francisco Unified, leading a $70 million division and overseeing curriculum and instruction there.
