Parents, Kids Protest Sudden School District Transfers

Hercules parents said they were given less than 24 hours notice that their kids were being transferred to different schools.

School Board Candidates Show Much Common Ground in Forum

Hopefuls unanimously support the local school funding measures on the November ballot and agree on some other issues during a Saturday gathering.

Ramp Up for Back-to-School with Bedtime Math

With the new school year upon us, help get your kids’ brains working again with this fun, free daily email newsletter.

Hercules Teacher, Students Help Brighten Nights for Homeless Kids

Ohlone Elementary School teacher Joseph Eyres receives a service award after his class organized a walk-a-thon to give comfort to homeless kids.

Concussion Panel Focuses on Young Athletes

Tuesday night meeting of a Northern California group will be led in part by Dr. Eric Freitag of Walnut Creek; ex-49er Ben Lynch tells story of his concussions.

Spotlight on Teacher Pay in West Contra Costa Schools

A key issue in the debate over how to boost academic quality in West Contra Costa (WCCUSD) schools is the role of teacher pay and what can be done about it. A Patch examination led to some surprising findings.

Spotlight on Teacher Pay in West Contra Costa Schools

A key issue in the debate over how to boost academic quality in West Contra Costa (WCCUSD) schools is the role of teacher pay and what can be done about it. A Patch examination led to some surprising findings.

Schools Overhaul Aims to Make Students College, Career Ready

West Contra Costa Unified spent the past week at Pinole Middle School acquainting about 400 teachers with the Common Core standards to strengthen students' preparation in writing, reading and math. Adopted by most states, they will take years to implement

Update: Thurmond Releases Statement on Decision Not to Run

West County school board member has declined to run for a second term.

Schools Overhaul Aims to Make Students College, Career Ready

West Contra Costa Unified spent the past week at Pinole Middle School acquainting about 400 teachers with the Common Core standards to strengthen students' preparation in writing, reading and math. Adopted by most states, they will take years to implement

Thurmond Not Running for Re-Election on School Board

The West Contra Costa school board race is wide open now with incumbent Tony Thurmond not running. Two seats are up, and the other incumbent, Antonio Medrano is in, as are two new candidates so far. The filing deadline is extended to Aug. 15.

Update: Thurmond Releases Statement on Decision Not to Run

West County school board member has declined to run for a second term.

Your Ideas and Questions About Teacher Pay in WCCUSD?

Patch wants to examine the adequacy of teacher compensation (salary and benefits) in West Contra Costa schools, so we'd like to hear what readers want to know and their suggestions on what we should look at.

Your Ideas and Questions About Teacher Pay in WCCUSD?

Patch wants to examine the adequacy of teacher compensation (salary and benefits) in West Contra Costa schools, so we'd like to hear what readers want to know and their suggestions on what we should look at.

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