WCCUSD’s deficit has shrunk, but budget cut pain remains
Officials say a state funding increase and staffing vacancies have reduced the expected deficit while difficult cuts reshape schools and learning across west Contra Costa.
Saved: 7 music teachers, ROTC and some high school staff. Cut: Dozens of Teamsters jobs, principals and more
The WCCUSD school board gave a reprieve to several popular programs, but dozens of layoffs were approved to help reduce a $127 million deficit.
300 WCCUSD jobs could be cut, but school board might spare some beloved programs
While dozens of employees are likely to be laid off or have their hours reduced, district officials aim to save elementary band, Kennedy High electives and De Anza’s JROTC program.
Contra Costa County superintendent candidates discuss school finance, charters and AI at election forum
Jag Lathan and Dana Eaton are competing to lead the county Office of Education, which oversees 18 school districts and other student programs. Eaton leads fundraising, with $62,000 in his coffers.
Richmond deserves independent community journalism.
And you can get it sent to you. Sign up for the Richmondside Report, sent every Thursday.
WCCUSD hires new special ed director but left parents out of the decision
Rachel Chang of the Mt. Diablo school district succeeds a director the teachers union voted “no confidence” in. Parent special ed group says it wasn’t included in the hiring process.
Why can’t school districts like WCCUSD increase revenue to avoid budget cuts?
School finance is a mystery to many. We explain how districts can and cannot raise funds and how the problem stems from systemic issues statewide.
These Richmond high school students are testing their own DNA in biology class
With hands-on projects like this one, AP Biology teacher “Ms. B” makes learning science fun at Leadership Public Schools.
There’s a new award for WCCUSD high schoolers helping their community
Students who participate in projects such as fighting tobacco law violations or reducing racism can earn a state seal of civic engagement.
Contra Costa College cuts staff who support student wellness, academic counseling, enrollment
After backlash, the college district board did backtrack and save one job that supports undocumented students.
When the Warriors chose a Richmond high schooler for 1-of-6 scholarships, no one was more surprised than him
Ricardo Magana, a senior at Invictus Academy of Richmond, was honored at a recent Dubs game with a Bay Area All-Star scholarship worth $5,000.
Something went wrong. Please refresh the page and/or try again.
