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Our support and wellness programs focus on the well-being of the whole child, from their mental and physical health to create safe school communities.

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Culineering Challenge

The Culineering Challenge is based on the Netflix® series "Baking Impossible."

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West Virginia Middle Schools - Bridging the Future

Equipping middle school educators with the tools, networks, and strategies needed to transform outcomes for every learner.

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Third Grade Success Act

House Bill 3035 addresses early literacy and numeracy development in kindergarten through third grade by establishing a holistic statewide approach.

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West Virginia public schools empower students to reach their full potential and beyond.

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WV Dept. of Ed. Honors Excellence in Adult Education Programs

The West Virginia Department of Education recognized outstanding achievement in adult education at the 2026 West Virginia Adult Education Association Awards Ceremony in Charleston.
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U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon Visits the Mountain State

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited two Cabell County locations on Thursday to learn about advances in elementary and secondary education as part of her Return Education to the States tour.
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WV Dept. of Ed. Announces 2026 Culineering Challenge Student Teams

The West Virginia Department of Education Office of Career Technical Education is pleased to announce the nine CTE teams competing in the fifth annual Culineering Challenge.

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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.

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STRIVE West Virginia

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STRIVE Quadrant 4 (Morgantown)

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Tamarack
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Grand Pointe Conference and Reception Center
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