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Richmond Promise deadline extended to Monday, March 16
High school seniors have a couple extra days to apply for free college money and guidance from the Richmond Promise.
The Richmond Promise application deadline...
Apply now for Chevron’s Somos Employee Network college scholarship
For the 12th consecutive year, the Somos Employee Network at Chevron Richmond is offering $1,000 scholarships to qualifying high school seniors.
The application process is...
Four of WCCUSD’s finest honored for teaching excellence
By Kathy Chouteau
Four "excellent" local teachers were recently surprised at their respective schools with balloons, flowers and visits from district officials and members of...
WCCUSD supe addresses ‘painful’ decision on nearly 300 employees
The West Contra Costa Unified School District superintendent issued the following statement to the school district community following the Board of Education meeting Wednesday.
By...
Chevron Black Employee Network scholarship recipients aren’t waiting to make a difference
Shreejal Luitel isn’t just hoping for greater minority representation in the tech industry. The senior at Middle College High is already moving the needle...
Become a Richmond Promise mentor
By Kathy Chouteau
The Richmond Promise is on the lookout for volunteer mentors for its 2020-2021 cohort of scholars.
The organization that provides funding and guidance...
West County Lego Robotics inspires students’ passion for STEM
By Kathy Chouteau
They call him “Mr. M” and he knows a thing or two about inspiring a passion for STEM learning in Richmond students.
Peter...
WCCUSD superintendent: District to negotiate $22M in cuts with unions
West Contra Costa Unified School District Superintendent Matthew Duffy recently released this update about how the school district is addressing a $47.8 million budget...
Richmond school will be renamed after former First Lady Michelle Obama
By Kathy Chouteau
Richmond’s Wilson Elementary will be renamed after former First Lady Michelle Obama, after the West Contra Costa Unified School District (WCCUSD) voted...
WCCUSD and unions release joint statement on budget cuts
In a joint statement, the West Contra Costa Unified School District (WCCUSD) and its employee unions said they aim to work together to limit...
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Sheldon Elementary to host student music and debate showcase
Sheldon Elementary School will host "A Night of Brazilian Rhythm & Voice" on Thursday, May 21. The event takes place from 6-7 p.m. in...