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District Closure Updates & Resources
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic WCCUSD is in a Distance Learning format for the 2020-2021 school year. Click here to see the Preparing to Return Dashboard as well as Meal Locations, Technology Assistance, Distance Learning Guides, and other resources.
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Superintendent Search Latest News
The Board of Education has begun the process to select a new Superintendent. A community survey was completed with more than 5,000 respondents that helped form a job description. Come back here often for updates on the process.
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Meals Available For All Students
Families with children ages 18 years or younger can pick a week's worth of meals (breakfast, lunch, supper, and snacks) at no charge at any of WCCUSD's 15 school meal distribution locations. Meal pick up is from 8 am to 1pm on Thursdays.
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Help With Distance Learning
Check out WCCUSD's Digital Backpack, a one-stop shop for all of your family's Distance Learning needs and questions. You can find the Parent/Family Distance Learning Handbook, how to access the electronic learning platforms, technology resource, who to contact and much more.
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Update Your Contact Information
New and returning families update your contact information and fill out the Back-to-School Forms, including emergency contact, lunch forms and media release. You must complete the forms for each student. For assistance, contact your school or email pshelpdesk@wccusd.net.
WCCUSD Events
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Today
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Citizens Bond Oversight Committee
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Academic Committee Meeting (Special Meeting)
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Tomorrow
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM DLCAPS Meeting
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6:30 PM - 8:30 PM DLCAPS Meeting
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Wednesday
6:30 PM Board of Education
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Thursday
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Virtual School Information Session
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Friday
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Nominate Your Super Star
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March 5 Friday Update: Negotiations to reopen schools, preparing facilities, COVID-19 vaccines
Thursday night at the Board meeting, the Board gave me and my staff the following direction: “The Board voted unanimously in closed session to give direction to staff regarding negotiations to reopen schools.”; Mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinic for individuals 65-years-and older Saturday at Richmond High School
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Virtual School Information Session Rescheduled for Thursday, March 11
The new Virtual School Information Session has been rescheduled for 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 11 via Zoom.
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February 24 Update: Help Bring Antoine Whittley Home; COVID-19 and Schools Listening Session; COVID-19 Prevention Program
Please continue help bring Kennedy High School Junior Antoine Whittley home. Please keep sharing social posts and volunteer to hand out flyers. Join us Friday at 6 p.m. for the COVID-19 and Schools Community Listening Session.
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WCCUSD, Board of Education Host Third Study Session on COVID-19 and Schools
The West Contra Costa Unified School District hosts its third COVID-19 and School Study Session today, Monday, February 22 at 6 p.m. via Zoom.
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Educators, School Employees Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine as Contra Costa County Announces Its Entered Phase 1B, Tier 1 of the COVID-19 Vaccination Plan
Contra Costa County Health Services announced today Thursday, Feb. 18 that educators and school employees can begin signing up for appointments to receive the COVID-19 vaccination.
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Richmond Police, Kennedy Community Need Assistance Locating Missing Student Antoine Whittley
Kennedy Junior Antoine Whittley was last seen Wednesday, February 10 at approximately 8:30 p.m. exiting a rideshare vehicle on the Richmond/San Rafael Bridge. Richmond police have offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to the safe return of Antoine. Contact Detective K. Palma at 510-621-1276 with any information.
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Chevron Announces its Dr. William King Scholarship Recipients During Black History Month Celebration
Chevron Richmond's Black Employee Network awarded four WCCUSD high school students scholarships for their work in and outside of the classroom. Pinole Valley's Anita Chinwuba, Middle College's Lensaa Temesgen and Nouhamin Leoulekal, and Hercules' Jasmine Turner received the recognition during a virtual ceremony on February 17.
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The Junior Achievement of Northern California Hosts its 3rd Annual SHE Leads STEM Summit, March 8
JA S.H.E. Leads Summit is a virtual, three-day event for students in grades 8-12 who identify as female, offering STEM career exploration by engaging in fun, virtual activities, and discussions with STEM career professionals. Students must register by March 3.
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Clarifying Friday's Community Message
I want to clarify that the school district hopes and expects to return to in-person instruction no later than this fall. There are many requirements that have to be met for every kid to return to school every day. Also, the experience will look different from traditional school.
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February 12 Friday Update: Staying Safe During the Break; Preparing and Planning; Richmond Promise Scholarship
Remember to follow the public health guidelines during the Presidents' Week Recess and wear a mask, practice social distancing, and wash your hands. WCCUSD seniors the Richmond Promise Scholarship deadlines are coming up. More reopening plans and preparation.
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Middle College, Pinole Valley host Virtual Information Sessions For Prospective Families
Middle College and Pinole Valley high school will host virtual information sessions via Zoom for prospective families on Wednesday and Thursday, respectively.
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February 5 Friday Update: Getting through the pandemic together and working on a collaborative plan that is safe for everyone.
Getting through the COVID-19 pandemic will require all of us working together and collaboratively. We have learned a lot over the past year about the virus, our system and ourselves. We all want the same thing--the safety, and well-being of students, loved ones, and ourselves. Let's continue to work together.
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WCCUSD Hosts Harvard Experts, Present Facilities Review and Discuss Community Survey at Second Study Session
The West Contra Costa Unified School District hosted its second Board Study Session on COVID-19 and School on Wednesday, Feb. 3 via Zoom and Facebook. Experts from Harvard presented about COVID-19 and schools and WCCUSD facilities were reviewed and the December Community Return to School Survey was discussed.
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Contra Costa County Education Leaders Push to Prioritize Teacher Vaccinations
Education leaders from Contra Costa County school districts, including West Contra Costa Unified School District, sent a joint letter to top county officials on Monday urging them to prioritize school district education workers for the COVID-19 vaccine.
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January 29 Friday Update: Pinole Valley News, Black History Month, Intra-District Transfers, COVID-19 Study Session
Pinole Valley was recognized by the College Board for its work in expanding access to AP Computer Science Principles to young women. Busy week ahead with the start of Black History Month, Intra District Transfers, COVID-19 and School Study Session 2.
Quick Links
- Notice of Public Hearing - Proposed 2020-21 WCCUSD Learning Continuity & Attendance Plan
- Notice of Public Hearing - WCCUSD 2020 Bonding Capacity Waiver
- PUBLIC NOTICE: Public Auction - Bay City Surplus
- Business Services
- Citizen Transparency Tool
- Citizens Bond Oversight Committee
- District Directory
- Dual Language & English Learner Programs
- Facilities Use Permit
- Food Services
- Friday Memo to the Board of Education
- Job Openings
- Office of the Ombudsperson
- Open Enrollment/Registration
- PowerSchool
- Resources for Addressing Sexual & Gender-based Harassment
- Resources for Undocumented Students
- Volunteer in WCCUSD
- WCCUSD Nondiscrimination Policies & UCP Annual Notice