Student test scores rise across WCCUSD schools
While still below state standards, the trend is encouraging, officials say. Career and college preparedness improved and there were fewer suspensions and higher grad rates.
Hazing investigation shuts down El Cerrito High’s football program as police consider up to 22 arrests
Authorities are looking at current and former players for sexual battery, assault, false imprisonment, and stalking charges.
WCCUSD renews Summit Tam’s charter but says test scores must improve
WCCUSD trustees praised the charter school’s culture and college readiness programs while raising concerns about persistently low math and English scores.
Update: WCCUSD clarifies details of ICE arrest of Richmond man near elementary school
It’s believed that a local father was arrested by immigration enforcement agents Thursday, but officials said their children don’t attend WCCUSD schools.
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Richmond education equity advocate is running against Pinole council member in Contra Costa College board race
The two candidates discuss their approaches to a race focused on student support, workforce pathways and the district’s financial challenges.
Incoming WCCUSD board member said teachers strike inspired her to run
Political newcomer Caitlin Garibaldi was uncontested for Area 5. Area 4’s Demetrio Gonzalez-Hoy returns for a third term committed to improving student performance and increasing enrollment and attendance.
Students are suffering in sweltering classrooms, WCCUSD teachers say
Teachers say classroom temperatures reached 80 degrees or higher during the recent heat wave. A survey found that 24 schools need upgrades to keep the temperatures under 76 degrees.
Court-appointed former school superintendent to ensure WCCUSD hires qualified teachers
The appointment is the result of the district losing a lawsuit over its practice of using subs instead of properly credentialed teachers.
‘This is a lifeline.’ Contra Costa College opens expanded basic needs center for students
The Compass Center’s new location has more space for centralized services, a larger food pantry and clothing and housing and transportation resources.
California maintains school vaccine rules despite Trump order
With measles cases rising in the California, state health officials warned that Donald Trump’s recent vaccine announcement flies in the face of expert recommendations.
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