Bret Harte Middle School

Useful Links

  • BH School Forms

  1. Attendance Policy

  1. Dress Code Policy

  2. Electronic Device Policy

After reviewing the policies, complete this form to confirm that you have received the policies.

  • After School Program (Oakland Leaf)
    Sign up for the Oakland Leaf Afterschool Program HERE.

If you need further assistance, please reach out to our office staff for assistance with your Data Confirmation.  We can be reached at 510.879.2206 or via email at nimia.gjersand@ousd.org or carmen.argueta@ousd.org

Welcome, we are happy you are here!!!

Meet Principal April Harris- Jackson

Calendar

See the 2022-2023 school year at a glance and stay up to date on all the important dates for students and families. Check it out here!

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Bell Schedule

Everyday, school starts at 8:30 AM, don’t be late!

Bell Schedule for 2022 - 2023

COVID TESTING & VACCINE SITES

Getting COVID vaccines and boosters remains the best way to protect yourself, your family and your community, as well as testing when symptomatic, exposed to someone who is COVID positive, or after traveling. 

The COVID Vaccine is available to anyone 6 months of age and older. The COVID vaccine is safe, effective, 100% free and the best way you can protect yourself, your child, and our community.

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At Bret Harte, we g

row as individuals and thrive with community

Bret Harte Bobcats are thoughtfully challenged from 6th grade through 8th grade. Each class is a space for your child to embrace a new opportunity. Through investigative, hands-on learning, your child will embody a growth mindset and build upon their creative problem-solving skills to prepare them for success in high school and beyond.

Bret Harte’s diverse community embraces mutual respect, hard work, and resilience to nurture the whole child in pursuit of academic excellence during the transition to young adulthood.

 
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View fullsize Back to School Night is this Wednesday, August 31. Come to school to follow your Bobcat’s schedule, meet their teachers and hear about all the exciting things happening this year. The night begins with a Title 1 Meeting in the Cafeteria at 5:30
View fullsize If you haven’t popped into out FRC yet you’re missing out! Free food, clothing and all the things. We got you! Families, reach out to Ms. Facey with any needs, to volunteer, or to just say hi! @ousdcommunityschools #bobcatsroar
View fullsize Ending this week with that Bobcat spirit! Thank you everyone whose made these first 3 weeks awesome! Students and families, make sure you’re on ParentSquare so you don’t miss out on announcements and our newsletter! Have a great weekend B
View fullsize Our back to school BBQ was a blast! Thanks to everyone who came through. #bobcatsroar
View fullsize Bobcats! Are you ready for PE? Dressing starts the week of August 29. Blue bottoms and yellow/gold or white top. You can buy Bret Harte uniforms during lunch at the Bobcat Store. Shirts $8 Shorts $12 Sweats $20 Cash, CashApp & PayPal accepted. Q
View fullsize Mandatory Family Meetings this week! Come to campus to hear about this year’s Bobcat expectations, ask questions and connect with other families. We NEED you to attend your grade level meeting (at least one parent/guardian/adult family member).
View fullsize Bobcat families!!! We can’t wait to see you on Saturday for some food and some fun! Connect with other Bret Harte families and celebrate the beginning of the 22-23 school year!! #bobcatsroar @oakinthemiddle
View fullsize We did it Bobcats! What a great Day 1. Here’s this week’s bell schedule for you! #bobcatsroar
 
 
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At Bret Harte, social-emotional learning is fundamental

The Bret Harte staff believes all students should be appreciated for their unique talents, challenged to grow within the community, and find pride in being a Bobcat. We are here to embrace students for who they are and who they will become both in and outside the classroom!

 
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Committed to our students, Committed to growing