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Supporting the Whole Child

With the new school year in full swing, we wanted to remind parents and guardians about free mental health resources through ParentGuidance.org. These resources can help you continue classroom learning at home.
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Communities In Schools

Through access to tutoring, counseling, clothing, and family engagement resources, students can overcome barriers and stay in school.

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Farm to School Conference

This conference provides a space for farmers, teachers, administrators, and stakeholders to engage in farm to school related sessions.

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Become a Teacher

Make a positive and profound difference in the lives of West Virginia students.

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Child Nutrition

Dedicated to ensuring that all children have access to nutritious meals that support their well-being and readiness for learning.

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2025 Top 5 Career Technical Centers: Ben Franklin Career Center
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WV Dept. of Ed. Awards Excellence at Career Tech Administrators' Conference

The West Virginia Department of Education honored schools, districts, educators, and partners across the state during the annual Career Technical Education Awards Ceremony.
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WV Board of Education Reschedules Oct. Meeting

Charleston, W.Va. - The October meeting of the West Virginia Board of Education (WVBE) has been rescheduled. Due to ongoing litigation, the WVBE will meet on October 1, 2025, instead…
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WV Balanced Scorecard Shows Continued Positive Trends

West Virginia schools and districts are continuing to show improvements according to the 2024-2025 West Virginia Balanced Scorecard results.

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Certification

Learn more about approvals for all licensure permits, authorizations, and certifications for anyone wishing to work within West Virginia public schools.

Content Standards and Policies

Browse the West Virginia College- and Career-Readiness Standards online.

E-Learning for Educators

WVLearns account creation, out-of-state educator access, WV educator course enrollment and course syllabi.

Careers

Explore opportunities in West Virginia's public school system.

Child Nutrition

Dedicated to ensuring that all children have access to nutritious meals that support their well-being and readiness for learning.

Academics

Creating pathways of academic and life-long success for all of West Virginia's children.

Career Exploration & Student Engagement

Explore numerous topics that can help students develop career skills.

School Calendars

View high school graduation dates and a summary of county calendar dates.

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October 2025 Board Meeting

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2025 Culineering Challenge

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Oglebay Resort
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Conference

Farm to School Conference - Day 1

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Marriott: Waterfront Place
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Farm to School Conference - Day 2

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Find Teaching Jobs in WV Schools

The WVDE seeks to attract individuals from all walks of life who are intelligent, creative, skilled, responsible, and compassionate with a desire to begin educational career paths.

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