Archived News - 2022-23

Middle and High Schools to Start Later in the Morning to Comply with Portantino Rule

The first day of school for San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) students is Monday, July 31. It’s a minimum day and the launch of later start times for middle and high school students, as part of the Portantino Rule.

The first day of school is July 31, 2023, but San Bernardino High School (SBHS)’s Bilingual School Outreach Worker Jaime Rios and the Mr. and Miss Cardinal City Pageant contestants are already hard at work to make the 2023–2024 pageant a success.

The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is pleased to announce that Superintendent Mauricio Arellano will kick off the new school year by spending the first day at Highland-Pacific Elementary School on Monday, July 31, 2023. This visit signifies Superintendent Arellano's commitment to engaging directly with students, teachers, and staff to understand the unique challenges and opportunities within the District.

The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is holding its annual Back-to-School Extravaganza on Wednesday, July 19 at Court Street Square in San Bernardino.

The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is proud to announce the appointment of seven exceptional student leaders to serve as student school board members for the upcoming academic year.

There’s Still Time to Enroll Your Children for the 2023–2024 School Year

Groundbreaking Recognition is the First in the Nation for a Continuation High School

The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) proudly announces its achievement as the top-ranking school district in California and fifth in the nation for energy efficiency, according to a recent assessment conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

In a remarkable display of dedication and determination, a group of special education young adults, ages 18 to 23, successfully completed a free vocational training program in forklift operation and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety. 

At last night's board of education meeting, Dr. Latashia Kelly of the Child Development program presented an incredible highlight reel of the Child Development Program is all about.

The San Bernardino City Unified School District's Nutrition Services is proud to bring the 2023 Summer Meals Program.

Congratulations on your outstanding achievements as valedictorians! Your hard work, passion, and leadership have made a lasting impact on your respective high schools. Embrace the future with confidence and continue to inspire others. Thank your supporters and cherish the memories. Best wishes for your future endeavors!

San Bernardino City Unified proudly held its highly successful LGBTQIAA+ Pride Celebration on Saturday, May 20, bringing more than 400 students, families, and supporters to Indian Springs High School. The inaugural event brought together students, educators, and members of the community in an inspiring display of unity, acceptance, and celebration of the LGBTQIAA+ community that also drew a representative from Gov. Gavin’s Newsom’s office.

The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is proud to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for the highly anticipated Welcoming Resource Center, a $45-million transformative project set to streamline services for families and breathe new life into the downtown area.

SBCUSD is excited to celebrate our Class of 2023! This school year, about 3,186 SBCUSD students are expected to graduate from District schools.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

We need your input! Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) Survey.

Kindergarten students from across San Bernardino and Highland participated in the KinderCaminata events in March and April, as part of a nationwide initiative that aims to promote college going among young children and their families.

Field and Related Equipment Donated by McGuire Family

San Bernardino City Unified will roll out the welcome mat in April for its new superintendent, Mauricio Arellano, who grew up in the city and attended District schools. 

Are you looking for an opportunity to keep your children academically engaged during the summer? 

The District’s We Built This City: Schools Construction Tour made a stop at King Middle School on Wednesday, April 5 to celebrate the remodeled administration building and library. 

Demonstration Game on April 7 to Include LA Rams

Save the date! The annual SBCUSD Education Job Fair is on April 15, 2023, at Indian Springs High School.

The SBCUSD Child Development Program Preschool Program Enrollment is opening for the 2023-24 school year.

San Bernardino City Unified will roll out the welcome mat in April for its new superintendent, Mauricio Arellano, who grew up in the city and attended District schools. 

Following an illustrious career of public service and leadership, Chief Communications and Community Engagement Officer Ginger Ontiveros announced her retirement from the San Bernardino City Unified School District effective March 31.

After carefully considering the impact that new school start times will have on students, families, and employees, the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education selected the class schedule that most closely resembles the current schedule and is overwhelmingly supported by parents.

San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is holding a free Literacy Day Festival on Saturday, March 4.

Mauricio Arellano will take over as Superintendent of the San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) on April 17, 2023, following a unanimous vote of the Board of Education in their meeting Tuesday.

SBCUSD and Partners Assisting Class of 2023 in Obtaining Scholarships

The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education will hold a swearing-in ceremony for newly appointed trustee Felicia Alexander at its next meeting on Tuesday, February 7 at the Dr. Margaret Hill Community Room, 777 North F Street in San Bernardino.

The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education considered the candidacy of nine local applicants before selecting Felicia Alexander for a provisional appointment to fill a vacancy created when Dr. Gwendolyn Dowdy-Rodgers won her bid to serve on the San Bernardino County School Board.

After carefully considering the impact that new school start times will have on students, families, and employees, the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education selected the class schedule that most closely resembles the current schedule and is overwhelmingly supported by parents.

A look at more than $250 Million in SBCUSD school construction projects