Berne Union Local Schools

Home of the Rockets

Dear BU Community,

Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year, and a special welcome to our newest Rockets in Pre-K and Kindergarten!

As we start a new year, there are some new additions and improvements to our facilities that you will notice, and some that are more behind-the-scenes. You’ll notice more parking spaces (which I’m sure everyone is excited to see), two new lanes for pickup/drop off, and paved areas where gravel used to be. Our band field now has a beautiful new tower with lights, and our students who walk to school have a new walking path from the village. Lastly, our BU stadium has new lighting just in time for football games this fall!

We have also made several security upgrades, most notably a new badge system that will allow staff to notify the offices and 911 in the event of an emergency with a simple push of a button on their badge.

All of these improvements are amazing, but as I have said before, this is just a building and grounds. What makes Berne Union come to life is you – our students, families, staff and community. Without you, it’s just bricks, mortar and turf. But with you, we are an incredible community that surrounds our students with the support that they need to truly succeed.
Thank you for being part of this critical effort for our future – and for your patience and support as we continue to bring our facility vision to life. Let’s make it a great year!

Also, a note to seniors in the Class of 2026, I encourage you to make the most of every moment this year. It is going to fly by – and you will have so many unique experiences and memories. Be sure to soak it in and enjoy it!

GO ROCKETS!
Jon Parker
Superintendent