Families and Guardians
Family engagement is an important part of public schools and student success. These resources support student achievement and development in school and at home.
Knights of the Golden Horseshoe
Knights of the Golden Horseshoe
The 95th class of Golden Horseshoe winners will be celebrated on June 9, featuring 225 top-performing eighth-grade students who will become Knights of the Golden Horseshoe. As part of a long-standing legacy, the Golden Horseshoe test spotlights Mountain State civics, government, geography, and numerous other categories.
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WV Department of Ed. and Partners Release Locations for Summer Feeding Sites
The summer months often bring challenges for families facing food insecurity. Find a feeding site near you.
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Students and Graduates
Explore resources that student support learning and success both in and beyond the classroom.
Educators and School Staff
A collection of resources, initiatives, and programs for educators to supplement classroom content.
Community and Education Partners
Our partnerships provide students with career and academic support.
Recent News
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WV Dept. of Ed Welcomes More Than 200 Students into Order of the Golden Horseshoe
State Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt was joined by Gov. Patrick Morrisey today to honor 225 8th grade students as Golden Horseshoe winners.
Press Release
WV Department of Ed. and Partners Release Locations for Summer Feeding Sites
The summer months often bring challenges for families facing food insecurity. Find a feeding site near you.
Press Release
WVBE Receives CTE Apprenticeship Success Update
The West Virginia Board of Education received an update on the Classroom 2 Career (C2C) Apprenticeship program during its meeting in Charleston today.
Popular Pages
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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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.