The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to providing and fostering an educational environment, from Pre-K through Adult Education, that is safe, welcoming, and free from stigma and discrimination for all students, regardless of sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender expression.
Every student has the right to attend school free from discrimination, harassment, bullying and intimidation and have equal access to the District’s educational programs, services, and activities. District policy requires that all schools and district personnel promote welcoming school communities through mutual respect and acceptance among students and staff.
Through LGBTQ policies, supports and resources, the District facilitates compliance with California Education Codes, and state and federal laws to ensure that all sexual minority youth, transgender, nonbinary and gender nonconforming students have the opportunity to express and assert themselves in a manner that is authentic to them.
Documents
Transgender Rights & Accommodations
Gender and Name Change Form (English)
Solicitud para el Cambio de Nombre/Indicador de Género (Español)
Gender Identity and Access Board Policy 5157
Gender Identity and Access Administrative Regulation 5157
Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Students Board Policy 5159
Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Students Administrative Regulation 5145.3
Resources
Transgender, Non-Binary & Gender Fluid Reading Lists
LGBTQ Resources & Curriculums
Best Practices for Gender Inclusive Leadership
Pride Month Resource Guide
Harvey Milk+ Day Resource Guide
Gender Expansive Resources for Staff
Creating an Affirming School for Gender Expansive Students
For inquiries or complaints related to discrimination, harassment, bullying or intimidation of students, based on actual or perceived protected characteristics, contact your Principal, Civil Rights Manager, or:
Jasmina Viteskic
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