News Summary
The Beverly Hills Unified School District celebrated its annual Opening Day for the new academic year at the El Rodeo Elementary Auditorium. This gathering marked the first in-person assembly of all staff since summer, highlighting community and unity. The event was attended by local leaders and honored district employees with Apple Awards for outstanding service. Also unveiled were redesigned district websites aimed at enhancing connectivity among students, families, and the broader community. With multiple new features, the district emphasizes its commitment to effective communication and community engagement as the school year begins.
Beverly Hills – The Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) commenced the new academic year with its annual Opening Day celebration on August 8 at the El Rodeo Elementary Auditorium. This marked the first time staff from every school site and department gathered in person since summer, fostering a sense of community and unity among educators and administrators.
The celebration was attended by the Beverly Hills City Council, including Mayor Sharona Nazarian, as well as various local community leaders. The event served to welcome both new and returning staff members to the district, highlighting the importance of collaboration and partnership among all stakeholders in the education sector.
As part of the tradition at BHUSD, the celebration also honored staff members for their dedicated service, recognizing employees with tenures ranging from 10 to 40 years. This year, numerous staff members were presented with Apple Awards for their exemplary performance during the 2024–25 school year, underscoring the commitment and excellence of the district’s educators.
The recipients of the Apple Awards included:
- Beverly Hills High School: Ted Yoo, Roel Hinojosa
- Beverly Vista Middle School: Elizabeth Schultz, Vergine Aiazian
- El Rodeo Elementary School: Liat Canes
- Horace Mann Elementary School: Tiffany Graham
- District Office: Marilu De Arcos, Reiona Smith
In addition to the celebration, BHUSD has launched newly redesigned district and school websites just ahead of the new school year. These websites feature a modern design with improved navigation aimed at enhancing connectivity among students, families, staff, alumni, and the broader community.
Key highlights of the redesigned websites include:
- A unified district calendar that centralizes and displays all external school events, making it easier for the community to stay informed.
- A Virtual Alumni Hall of Fame created in partnership with the Beverly Hills High School Alumni Association, transitioning on-campus displays to an interactive online format, allowing for a broader reach.
- A unified menu feature that allows users to seamlessly navigate between different school sites, promoting ease of access to important information.
Superintendent Dr. Alex Cherniss emphasized that having a digital presence that reflects the quality of education within BHUSD is vital for communicating the district’s values and achievements. The public information officer for BHUSD, Colby Gilardian, noted that the redesign is community-focused, aiming to ensure easier access to pertinent information while also showcasing district pride.
Stakeholders and community members are encouraged to provide feedback on the new websites, which can be submitted through an available online form. The redesigned BHUSD website can be accessed at bhusd.org, ensuring that all users can stay connected with the latest updates and resources provided by the school district.
The emphasis on community engagement and the recognition of dedicated staff reflect BHUSD’s commitment to fostering a supportive and innovative educational environment. As the new school year begins, the district aims to build upon its successes and continue providing high-quality education to its students.
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Additional Resources
- Beverly Hills Courier: BHUSD Launches Redesigned District-Wide Website
- Wikipedia: Education in the United States
- Beverly Press: BHUSD Launches New Website
- Google Search: Beverly Hills Unified School District
- BPC Magazine: Will Karrat – Beverly Hills Unified School District
- Encyclopedia Britannica: School District
- CAIR: CAIR-LA Condemns BHUSD’s Silence on Student’s Violent Attack on UCLA Protesters
- Google News: Beverly Hills Unified School District News
- Beverly Hills Courier: BHUSD Opening Day Launches New School Year
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