Louis Freedberg, Author at Richmondside

A state initiative spawned a surprise dividend: new teachers for WCCUSD

The Expanded Learning Opportunities Program, which offers summer enrichment for middle schoolers, has brought new teachers to Richmond.

Programs that help stem the so-called ‘summer slide’ learning decline, have been made possible by $14 billion in state support.

Teachers who tried out new test said it helped them avoid putting pupils into special education classes.

Contra Costa County Office of Education gives district “positive certification” while education advocacy group questions board’s process.

Leadership Public School, a high school in Richmond, was told it needs more Black students and students with disabilities.

While officials say raising attendance can be hard, Verde Elementary in North Richmond has made notable strides.