Schools

BUSD began 100% distance learning for the Fall semester of 2020 on Monday, August 17. Superintendent Matt Hill gives an overview on the District's approach to remote learning.

The Burbank Board of Education held a regular meeting on Thursday, August 20. Remote learning, the adaptability of the District's classified workers and much more was discussed.

Nikki reached out to families to volunteer her services as a community member by reading to the kids.

Two Council Seats and three School Board seats up for grabs as well as City Treasurer

A new procedure for the public comment session via the Zoom app will be utilized for the July 16 Board of Education meeting.

Superintendent Matt Hill confirmed that Burbank Unified will begin the school year on August 17 with 100% Distance Learning model, due to a recent spike in COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles County. More information will be discussed at the Board of Education meeting on Thursday, July 16.

Superintendent Matt Hill confirmed that Burbank Unified will begin the school year on August 17 with 100% Distance Learning model, due to a recent spike in COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles County. More information will be discussed at the Board of Education meeting on Thursday, July 16.

John Burroughs High School Vocal Music students perform hits from the 80s online via the Twitch platform on Saturday, June 27. The JBHS VMA has developed their ShowChoir channel on Twitch as a live performance space. More shows are slated for the coming weeks.

With changes to the State budget, Burbank Unified now will not have to weather a drastic cut in funding, but federal advocacy is encouraged for the next stimulus package to help the schools safely reopen. Reopening concerns and plans are also discussed, including an FAQ and a survey to gauge choice between 100% distance learning and hybrid models for the 20-21 school year.

Fifty-five students graduated from Monterey High School with a virtual graduation ceremony on Friday, June 12.