New Co-Principals Announced at BHUSD Board Meeting

District Superintendent Dr. Michael Bregy also welcomed the new Assistant Principal at Hawthorne Elementary School Dr. Christine Kim and shared the appointment of Drew Stewart and Kim Decatrel to serve as Beverly Hills High School (BHHS) interim Co-Principals for next year.

However, Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer announced on July 28 that an indoor universal mask mandate would not be imposed, citing a continued downward trend in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.

Beverly Hills Board of Education Member Dr. Amanda Stern (right) and her partner, Lisa Rubel took the Courier along with them on vacation in Daintree, Australia.

Born and raised in Beverly Hills, Amir-Salkin is a graduate of Hawthorne Elementary School and a parent to twins. Amir-Salkin retired her practice in obstetrics and gynecology and now teaches at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California.

Sharp was a 30-year resident who worked tirelessly for Beverly Hills High School, where she created the Regional Occupation Program.

"It's a total success," School Board President Mary Wells told the Courier about the transition.

Panelists were asked about best energy and sustainability practices, how city is taking steps to meet its climate goals, and simple everyday actions for Beverly Hills residents to lower their carbon footprint. 

Specifically, on July 26, the Supervisors will consider calling a special election on Nov. 8 to vote on an amendment to the county charter that would allow an elected sheriff to be removed by a four-fifths vote.

The City of Beverly Hills Community Services has partnered with the legendary Beverly Hills deli, Nate 'n Al's to bring the annual Picklefest to the Beverly Hills Farmers' Market on Aug. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  

Much of the first meeting concerned itself with administrative duties, such as approving future meeting dates for the rest of the year.