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Rosa Parks (born Rosa Louise McCauley on February 4, 1913), who on December 1, 1955 in Montgomery, Alabama sparked a mass bus boycott and became an international icon of the Civil Rights Movement by refusing to give up her seat to a white man. She continued her activism throughout her life.
Rosa Parks Environmental Science Magnet School is an elementary school located in the Berkeley Unified School District. The school features a science lab and school garden. Our dedicated, talented faculty and staff emphasize equity while maintaining high academic standards for our students.
We strive to build and maintain a nurturing community where all families are welcome. We honor culture and celebrate diversity. Our morning pledge comes from Rosa Parks herself:
“I believe we are here on the planet Earth to live, grow up and do what we can to make this world a better place for all people to enjoy freedom.”
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PTA NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
PTA Positions Currently Open:
President
Vice President
Fundraising Committee Chair
Annual Fund Coordinator
Our school can only thrive with your help and talent!
Volunteering is a great way to learn in depth about how our school works, expand your network and develop new skills.
See our Volunteering Page for more information or email us.
BUSD Emergency Funds Needs Donations and Volunteers
The Berkeley Public Schools Fund is an emergency fund helping BUSD families with basic needs, including food and medicine during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our school is a beneficiary of this fund. If you are able, please consider donating to this fund by making a donation here.
** To make sure your donation goes to students and staff at our school, under "Special Instructions for My Gift" add "Rosa Parks Emergency Fund." **