Saving Stege: Reinventing a Richmond school under the threat of teacher layoffs

The reinvention of a California school is now under the threat of teacher layoffs.

For nearly a year, Stege Elementary, a K-6 school in Richmond has been planning and preparing for an overhaul to improve students’ academic outcomes and attendance, and the school’s climate for learning. Much of that change, so far, has been built on recruiting and training experienced and enthusiastic teachers eager to work with the students, many of whom come from low-income families.