The West Contra Costa Unified School District board approves its $458 million 2025-26 spending plan on Wednesday.
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Richmond school staffer who inspires kids to show up is also uplifting parents
Meet Your Neighbor: Verde K-8 School’s Marta Nieto teaches immigrant moms how to get involved while also improving attendance.
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Richmond Charter Academy wins appeal to stay open
However, Contra Costa County education office board plans to consider imposing financial conditions on the Richmond middle school.
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6 things to do this week in Richmond
Where to find a Trump protest in Richmond; The Plunge swimming pool is closed all summer; Father’s Day breakfast.
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9 things to do in Richmond this week
Things to do in Richmond include: Rosie the Riveter 25th anniversary event, Lucas Park cleanup, tool library survey.
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WCCUSD’s new superintendent was a district elementary school principal
Cheryl Cotton, incoming leader of the west Contra Costa County school district, faces challenges including declining enrollment, low test scores, high chronic absenteeism.
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Families say WCCUSD needs better plan to support most vulnerable students
School district and community worked more closely this year to develop accountability plan to help address problems including absenteeism, low test scores and suspensions.
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‘Excited, eager, optimistic:’ Local high school seniors celebrate scholarships
Richmond Promise’s support gives students confidence. Some are eyeing double majors and medical degrees.
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9 things to do in Richmond and nearby this week
In this week’s What’s Up column: WCCUSD budget hearing, Pride party, Parchester Village mural celebration.
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Stege school supporters want their lead exposure questions answered
Two months after learning that Cal/OSHA fined WCCUSD for not warning school construction workers about lead, community leaders will host lead workshop.
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WCCUSD picks new test to identify K-2 reading delays earlier
Teachers who tried out new test said it helped them avoid putting pupils into special education classes.
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WCCUSD will soon announce its new superintendent
UPDATED: After a months-long national search, the school board interviewed three finalists and plans to name its next leader by June 4
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Richmondside hires its first education reporter
Jana Kadah brings a passion for holding powerful institutions accountable and serving communities with relevant, actionable news.
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WCCUSD board votes to close Richmond Charter Academy
The middle school plans to appeal school board decision, which was based on “substantial” financial issues and unstable leadership.
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WCCUSD board: LPS charter school can stay open but needs more diversity
Leadership Public School, a high school in Richmond, was told it needs more Black students and students with disabilities.
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Ruling means WCCUSD can keep using short-term subs to fill teaching spots
The plaintiffs, a group of teachers and parents, plan to appeal, saying use of temporary subs harms students.
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After 25 years of giving free books to community, West County Reads may not survive
The nonprofit, which has given nearly 500,000 free books to locals and WCCUSD schools, has to find a new home or write its final chapter.
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Richmond Charter Academy finances are scrutinized as it applies for renewal
LPS Richmond, also up for renewal, is asked whether it’s inclusive enough.
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WCCUSD plans to pay next superintendent a salary of up to $340K
The deadline to apply for the West Contra Costa Unified School District superintendent position has been extended to Friday.
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We’re hiring: Richmondside is seeking an education reporter
Join our nonprofit newsroom and help Richmond residents understand how the West Contra Costa Unified School District works by telling compelling stories about the issues affecting students and teachers.
