Berkeley Arts Magnet school, commonly referred to as BAM, is a K through 5 elementary school located in beautiful Berkeley, California. BAM has a rich and diverse student community, and a unique history.

    BAM Giving Campaign

    Support the PTA's Giving Campaign to raise funds for weekly PE classes, art, percussion and dance teachers' salaries, classroom supplies, field trips, the school's counseling program and many more critical PTA programs that benefit all BAM students. The Giving Campaign's fundraising efforts buffer our students from the budget cuts that would otherwise cause the elimination of these programs. Click here to donate now.

    Monetary Goal

    $33,066
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    $27,500
    $55,000

    Participation Goal

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    The Matthew and Celeste C. Sutton Film and Discussion Series at Berkeley Arts Magnet.

    This film and discussion series, held in honor and memory of Matthew and Celeste C. Sutton, seeks to open a long overdue discussion about race, education and the subsequent impact on Berkeley citizens' health and welfare. The second film, The Color of Fear will be held on Thursday March 11 at BAM. Potluck dinner is at 6:00 pm followed by the movie at 6:30 (childcare provided). Please RSVP to Beth Gerstein. Learn more.


    BAM's Starry Night Auction

    Saturday, March 20, 2010 6:30-9:30pm

    Starr King School for the Ministry, 2441 Le Conte Ave. Berkeley

    Don't miss BAM's first ever adult-evening auction! Come and enjoy a delicious array of foods and beverages, bid upon your favorite silent and live auction items and enjoy the company of good friends, all while raising money for Berkeley Arts Magnet!
    Adult Tickets: $20. Purchase your tickets in advance at BAM on Tuesdays & Thursdays (on the yard mornings and afternoons). Sliding-scale admission is available. Our catalogue is coming soon! Limited low-cost childcare available at BAM with All Stars Instructors Reservations required. Childcare: $5 per child. Please contact Teresa Provenzano: 510-848-1428


    Oakland A's Step up to the Plate

    Raise funds for BAM while enjoying an Oakland A's game.


  • More events are on our calendar

    • For more information about these events, contact the PTA at bamptamain@bampta.org


    BAM is located at the Whittier campus, in the North Shattuck neighorhood of north Berkeley, and just blocks from Downtown Berkeley.  Map it!

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