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Welcome to the West Contra Costa Unified School District Digital Backpack!
We are excitedly preparing for the new year despite the challenges we all are facing from the Global COVID-19 Pandemic. To help families access important information for the start of school, we have compiled a wide variety of information and resources here - your Digital Backpack. If you don’t see something that you need on this site, please contact our virtual office for assistance. We will gladly assist you.
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1. Read the 100% Return to In-Person Learning Plan
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2. Annual Back-to-School Forms
Watch these videos and then visit the link below:
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Visit the back-to-school forms page for more details and instructions.
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3. 2021-2022 Parent, Family/Student Handbook
Coming Soon
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4. Covid-19 Parent/Family Safety Handbook
West Contra Costa Unified School District’s plan for 100% return to in-person instruction focuses on the health and safety of all staff and students. This handbook was developed to support a healthier school environment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Click here to download the Health & Safety guide
El plan del Distrito Escolar Unificado de West Contra Costa para regresar al 100% a la instrucción en persona se enfoca en la salud y seguridad de todo el personal y los estudiantes. Este manual fue desarrollado para apoyar un ambiente escolar más saludable durante la pandemia de COVID-19.
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5. Covid-19 Travel Guide
To ensure that we keep everyone safe, please review these Covid-19 travel guides before planning your next trip.
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6. Covid-19 Testing Resources
Laboratory Services of America (LSA) will start administering weekly rapid COVID-19 tests to students and staff on Monday, September 13. We know this is a quick turn around and we ask for your continued patience and flexibility. The change to LSA will require everyone to complete a new ONE-TIME REGISTRATION PROCESS that can be done on a laptop, computer or mobile device. We know this is an inconvenience but the switch to the new company will provide us more timely results that will keep students and staff safe.
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7. On-site Covid-19 Case & Vaccination Status Dashboard
West Contra Costa Unified School District will report all confirmed positive COVID-19 cases among staff and students physically present at district facilities during their infectious period.The infectious period begins two days before the onset of symptoms. If the case did not have symptoms, the infectious period is considered two days prior to the testing date.Staff includes contractors, substitutes, and others working at district facilities.What is Not ReportedThe district will not report cases of students engaged in virtual school or staff working remotely, nor will it report cases that occur during holidays, travel, or other circumstances. Data may be incomplete depending on when the case was reported/confirmed and when contact tracing was completed.Dashboard UpdatesThe dashboard will be updated daily by 5pm. -
8. WCCUSD FAQ Covid Response
The following questions were derived from feedback received during the District's live listening sessions, social media platforms and the feedback@wccusd.net email address. The district will continue to collect feedback from all stakeholders and provide answers to concerns around Covid response. Your feedback is encouraged as we work to ensure schools ramain open and safe for students and staff. Click the following links to submit comments and questions, and see the District's responses to frequently asked questions below.
This webpage is updated regularly. Please visit the page again to stay up to date on the latest information.
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9. More District Forms
Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP) form
Williams Complaint
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10. Preschool Registration & Resources
The preschool enrollment application for the 2021-22 school year is now available and can be completed electronically.
Complete the Online Application in English
Complete la solicitud en línea en español
Visit the Early Learning Website to learn more about preschool enrollment and register today.
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11. Special Education
Visit the Special Education website for more information.
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12. Library Services
Find information and resources about Clever, Reading Lists, Digital Textbooks, Textbook ordering and more on the Library Services website.
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13. Nondiscrimination Statement
The West Contra Costa Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator: Rhonda Haney, 1108 Bissell Avenue Richmond, CA 94801, 510-307-4538, rhaney@wccusd.net and Section 504 Coordinator: Darlene Almeida, 1108 Bissell Avenue Richmond, CA 94801, (510) 307-4535, dalmeida@wccusd.net.
Non-Discrimination Policy: View the Announcement of Nondiscrimination/Harassment
El Distrito Escolar Unificado de West Contra Costa prohíbe la discriminación, la intimidación, el acoso (incluyendo el acoso sexual) o la intimidación en base a las características reales o percibidas de descendencia, color, discapacidad, género, identificación con un género determinado, expresión de pertenencia a un género, estado migratorio, nacionalidad, raza u origen étnico, además de sexo, orientación sexual o asociación con una persona o grupo de personas con una o más de estas características ya sean reales o percibidas.
Para preguntas o quejas, comuníquese con el personal de la Oficial de Cumplimiento de la Equidad/Coordinadora del Título IX: Rhonda Haney, 1108 Bissell Avenue Richmond, CA 94801, 510-307-4538, rhaney@wccusd.net y con la Coordinadora de la Sección 504: Darlene Almeida, 1108 Bissell Avenue Richmond, CA 94801, (510) 307-4535, dalmeida@wccusd.net.
Politica de No Discriminación: Anuncio de No Discriminación/Acoso
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TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES
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1. Chromebooks or Wifi Resources
If you need internet access, we have put together several options. We currently have a waiting list for hotspots. Please request one from your teacher or site administor. We have also put other internet options from Comcast/Xfinity, AT&T as well as how to turn your mobile phone into a hotspot.
Internet Access/Tech Support
If you have a District issued Chromebook and need help contact the Tech Support Hotline at (510) 243-3901.
Need a hotspot? Please request it from your teacher or site administrator.
- In response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak, EveryoneOn, an organization working to provide connectivity and technolgoy to everyone, especially low-income and marginalized communities has put together a list of WiFi and internet options.
- Please visit www.everyoneon.org for more information and WiFi and internet options.
Wifi Hotspot locator:
- Xfinity Free WiFi Public hotspots.
- Click the link and type in your address to find the closest hotspot near you.
Home Internet options
- Human-i-t:
- Low cost internet ($14.99/month) and hotspot device (one-time fee $99);
- Call 888-268-3921 for more information.
- Comcast Internet Essentials
- Free for two month for new customers only; $9.95/month plus taxes;
- Call 855-8-INTERNET (1-855-846-8376)
- Access from AT&T:
- 1st Two months free; $5-$10/month after; No deposit, free installation
- Please visit AT&T's website https://www.att.com/shop/internet/access/index.html#!/tab1#accordion or call 855-220-5211/ Español 855-220-5225.
- More information in this this flyer.
View this GO WCC Internet resource sheet that includes the above information.
How to turn your cellphone into a mobile hotspot:
Data rates/usage apply.
For Android phones please visit https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-turn-your-phone-into-a-wi-fi-hotspot
For iPhones please visit https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204023
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2. Technical Resources
Visit the Tech/Internet Access Resources page.
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FAMILY/STUDENT RESOURCES
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1. Mental Health Services
Visit the health resources page.
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2. Food Services
Meal pick box pick-up will continue through Thursday, August 6. You can view the locations on the Meal/Food options page. Meal services returns to school sites beginning August 16.
Visit the Food Services website for additional information, applications and resources.
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3. After School and Mentoring Programs
Your school’s expanded learning (afterschool) program will offer structured academic supports and a variety of enrichment activities including physical activity, visual and performing arts, STEM, leadership, and college and career exploration. Please contact your child’s school for more information on these exciting opportunities.
For information and resources regarding after school programs, contact the Expanded Learning Program team:
Expanded Learning Program
Phone: (510) 307-4652
Fax: (510) 741-8640Kasey Blackburn-Jiron
Expanded Learning Coordinator
Email: Kasey.Blackburn-Jiron@wccusd.netHarold Dichoso
Expanded Learning -Student Support Services Supervisor
Email: Harold.Dichoso@wccusd.netMaria Resendiz
Expanded Learning - Administrative Technician
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4. Community Resources
Visit the community resources page.
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5. Directories
Important Dates
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Aug 27 - Virtual Back to School Night
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Aug. 17 - First Day of School
Contact Us
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Our Virtual Office
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General Questions
QUESTIONS? Send an email to elearning@wccusd.net¿PREGUNTAS? Envíe un correo electrónico elearning@wccusd.net -
Tech Support Hotline
Need help with a Chromebook? Contact the Tech Support Hotline at (510) 243-3901 or send an email to parent@wccusd.net.
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Safety Department
Visit the Safety Department website for information and resources.
