Berkeley USD Regular School Board Meeting - September 2, 2026

The Berkeley Unified School District held a regular school board meeting on September 2, 2026, which included the swearing-in of new board member Beatatrice Leva Cutler. The meeting featured discussions on several key topics including updates on technology use policies, particularly the removal of YouTube access for TK through 8th-grade students and plans for a comprehensive privacy audit of educational technology platforms. Public comments addressed concerns about cybersecurity incidents, data privacy, and the need for transparency in the district's math curriculum adoption process. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the redesign of the Berkeley High School master schedule to ensure equitable access to physical education, electives, and support services while balancing staffing and financial constraints. The board outlined a phased community engagement plan involving surveys and focus groups to gather input on scheduling trade-offs and student experiences. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were reported, but the discussions on technology policies and curriculum adoption may influence future vendor selections and purchasing decisions.