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THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2026
San Bernardino City Unified School District Takes Interim Steps Regarding Cesar E. Chavez Middle School Name
Welcome to Cesar E. Chavez MS
CESAR CHAVEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL
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APR 12 ELAC SSC AAPAC 130 230 330 SPRING BREAK MAR 26 TO APR 5
SAN BERNARDINO, CA- The San Ber- nardino School District (SBCUSD) announced today that it is taking precautionary, interim measures related to Cesar E. Chavez Middle School following recent concerns that have come to the district's attention.
Effective immediately, the district will begin removing or covering external signage bear- ing the school's name and will pause the use of the name and logo across District-managed platforms and channels, including digital and printed materials. During this period, the school will be referred to as Middle School #318.
District officials emphasize that these actions are not a final determination, but rather a step to allow time for a thoughtful review.
"We recognize the significance that Cesar Chavez holds for many, as well as the serious- ness of the concerns being raised,” said Super- intendent Mauricio Arellano. “Our responsi- bility is to proceed with care, ensuring that we are respectful to all members of our commu- nity, particularly those who are impacted.”
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Any permanent decision regarding the school's name will require formal action by the SBCUSD Board of Education in accor- dance with Board Policy 7310, which outlines the process for school naming and renaming.
The district will provide additional informa- tion regarding next steps, including opportu- nity for community input and the timeline for Board consideration.
For updates, please visit www.sbcusd.com.
Did you know that Black babies in the U.S. and California are two to three times more likely to die before they turn one than white babies? Black moms also have more health problems during pregnancy-almost four times more than white moms. In San Bernardino County, the numbers are still very bad. Black babies are almost three times more likely to die in their first year than white babies. Black moms are more likely to have their babies too early and feel sad or worried during pregnancy.
These are not just numbers. These are real people and real families. We must do better.
That's why programs like Black Infant Health and the Perinatal Equity Initiative are here. They give Black moms and families free care and support before, during, and after having a baby. They offer group support, one-on-one help, mental health care, doulas, and support for dads too. We believe every baby should have a healthy start, and every mom should be treated with kindness and care.
Together, we can build healthy beginnings for Black families. To learn more or get support, call 844-352-3985 or visit dph.sbcounty.gov/pei.
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