News
Berkeley Copwatch Holds Rally on Kayla Moore’s 50th Birthday
Black trans woman Kayla Moore, who suffered from schizophrenia, died in 2013 during an interaction with Berkeley police.
Podcast
Inside Berkeley High’s Reopening Plans
January 5, 2021This episode of the Berkeley High Jacket Podcast looks into Berkeley Unified School District's plans for reopening safely in 2021.
News
BUSD School Board Discusses Graduation, Teacher Healthcare, and Bridge Program
The meeting covered the schedule for graduation, the success of the Bridge Program, and the departure of the associate superintendent.
What Are BHS Students Listening To?
‘Reopening Is Going to Be a Process:’ Local Theaters Struggle During Pandemic
Kea Morshed
The European Super League’s Impact on Soccer
Leila Yokoyama
The 20th Century’s Transition Away From Classical Music
Ellora Mookherjee-Amodt
On the Shoulders of Giants: Barbara Lee
Helen Kibel
Coping With COVID-19: Substance Abuse
Leila Yokoyama
The Benefits of Learning a Musical Instrument
News
News
“They’re Targeting the Spaces That We Need:” Community Rallies to Save People’s Park
On Saturday, April 24, community members marched from Walnut Street, in North Berkeley, to People’s Park, in an effort to prevent development in the park.
News
California Approves Historic Ethnic Studies Curriculum
The curriculum has faced controversy for its coverage of certain ethnic groups and historical events.
News
Asian American Pacific Islander Youth Rising Rally Held in Berkeley
The rally began with a series of speeches, and ended with a march to the San Francisco Bay Pedestrian Footbridge to display banners and signs.
Coronavirus Coverage
Features
Berkeley Has Mixed Feelings About Newly Reopened Restaurants
As restaurants reopen for indoor dining, conflicted feelings arise from the Berkeley community. Some are enthusiastic, while others wonder if it is happening too soon.
Features
Former Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer Explains Vaccines
A prominent epidemiologist with over 25 years of experience in developing vaccines, Lisa Danzig, M.D. spoke to the Jacket about the COVID-19 vaccines.
News
World News In Review: Vaccinations
The success of vaccine distribution has varied in speed and effectiveness from country to country, with some nations excelling and others falling behind.
Features
College Admissions Proved Especially Competitive During Pandemic
COVID-19 drastically altered the landscape of college admissions, forcing the class of 2021 to overcome unprecedented hurdles such as record-breaking competition and an all-virtual process.
Schools Reopening
News
“It feels more real:” BHS Students Return to In-Person Instruction
Beginning April 24, BHS students of all grades were able to return to school for optional afternoon classes, running from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, four days a week.
Sports
BHS Forces Soccer Players to Choose Between School and Club
The excitement about the opening of school sports was dimmed by a difficult decision now confronting soccer players.
Opinion
BHS Administration Must Improve Communication on Hybrid Learning
Throughout the pandemic, information flow has been convoluted and confusing, leaving many unclear on schedules and plans.
News
BUSD School Board and Parents Reckon With Reopening
The April 14 meeting covered on-campus learning at Berkeley’s elementary and middle schools, as well as the ongoing reopening process at Berkeley High School (BHS).
Special Report
How Have Substitute Teachers Handled Online School?
From work shortages to ‘zoom bombing,’ BUSD substitute teachers weigh in on how the pandemic has impacted their jobs.
Features
BHS Sophomores Lead Initiative to Launch New APIA Literature Class
Hoping to see more inclusion of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans (APIA) in the BHS curriculum, three sophomores are taking initiative and organizing an APIA Literature class.
Features
Digital Dance: BHS Dance Production 2021 Launches Film Festival
On April 23, the online show will feature everything from humorous dances to choreography reflecting on life during quarantine, providing a unique experience to the BHS community and all viewers.
Features
At Cozy Wok, Father-Son Duo Offers Delicious Vegetarian Chinese Takeout
Dan and Keguang Zhao serve vegetarian versions of classic Chinese dishes, in accordance with centuries of Buddhist customs and a decade of family tradition.
Students Take Action Against Asian Hate In Youth-Led March
BHS juniors Abby Lamoreaux and Lucia Moratinos-Chu share with Jacket their motivation and process in planning the April 2 march.
Entertainment
Despite Progress, Hollywood Must Work to Better Reflect Asian Americans
Taylor Swift Reclaims Her Music in Fearless (Taylor’s Version)
The newly released re-record of Swift’s sophomore album brings new life to her old songs.
Stanford and Baylor Triumph In This Year’s March Madness
Gonzaga suffered an incredible defeat at the hands of Baylor, and a Stanford player made history by winning a prestigious NCAA award.