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West Virginia’s Covid Funds Waiver Approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education

Charleston, W.Va. – West Virginia’s maintenance of effort (MOE) waiver request for the use of federal Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds has been approved by the U.S. Department…
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Spring Mills HS Advances to Academic Showdown Finale

Shepherdstown, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) congratulates the two teams that advanced out of the 2024 Academic Showdown (Showdown) regional competition today at Shepherd University in…
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Award-Winning Educators Mentor High Schoolers During Forum

CHARLESTON, W.Va.—Members of the West Virginia Milken Educator Network met in Charleston during their annual two-day forum. They used this opportunity to mentor high school students interested in becoming teachers…
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WVBE Recognizes April as Month of the Military Child

The WV Board of Education highlighted support for military children during the Month of the Military Child, alongside educator initiatives and school safety updates.
Clay County Board of Education President Phoebe Nichols, World War II Veteran Charles Bird and Clay County Superintendent Phil Dobbins pose for a photo with Bird’s high school diploma.
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World War II Veteran Presented High School Diploma For Honorable Military Service

Clay, W.Va. – Students, faculty and staff from Clay County High School joined military veterans today to celebrate an honor that has been decades in the making. Ninety-nine-year-old World War…
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WV Department of Education and Partners to Host Regional Safety Conferences

Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) Office of School Safety will host safety conferences this spring in four regions across the state. WVDE Director of School…
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Putnam County Career Technical Ed Instructor Named CTE Teacher of the Year

Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) in partnership with the West Virginia Association for Career and Technical Education (WVACTE) presented culinary arts instructor Lynette Jones with…
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Importance of West Virginia Afterschool Programs Focus of Inaugural Conference

Charleston, W.Va. – Afterschool programs help keep children safe and engaged in productive activities when the school day is over and during the summer months. The West Virginia Department of…
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West Virginia Dept. of Education Celebrates Career Technical Education Month

Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) celebrates February as Career Technical Education (CTE) Month. The recognition offers the opportunity to highlight the growing importance and impact…
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West Virginia Governor Jim Justice Issues Proclamation Celebrating School Counselors

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has issued a proclamation recognizing National School Counseling Week, Feb. 5 – 9, 2024. In the proclamation, he cited the commitment of…
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State Superintendent Blatt Names Lincoln County Board Member

Charleston, W.Va. – West Virginia Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt has appointed veteran educator, administrator and former board member Dr. Donna Martin to the Lincoln County Board of Education…
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West Virginia Department Of Education Seeks Organization Partners To Feed Children This Summer

Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) is seeking partnerships with organizations across the state to help feed children and provide supervised activities this summer. The Summer…