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Most WV Counties Move to More Sustainable Feeding Plans
March 27, 2020 CHARLESTON, W.Va. - The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE), at the request of Governor Jim Justice, continues to work with counties to shift to more efficient models to feed children ...
School Closure Extended
March 25, 2020 Charleston, W.Va. – Due to the continued spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in West Virginia, Governor Jim Justice announced today that all public and private schools will remain closed with ...
Child Nutrition and Support Remains Top Priority
March 23, 2020 Charleston, W.Va. - As of today, the majority of West Virginia counties and school staff are continuing to provide meals for children according to the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE). ...
WV Department of Education and Counties Open 500 Sites to Feed Children
The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) Office of Child Nutrition has worked with all 55 counties to open sites to feed children this week. Starting tomorrow, Monday, March 16, counties will begin to ...
West Virginia Schools Closed in Response to COVID-19, Child Nutrition Programs Continue
March 13, 2020 Charleston, W.Va. – West Virginia Governor Jim Justice announced today the closing of all pre-k – 12 schools in the state. This comes after several measures were taken this week, including the canceling ...
West Virginia Department of Education Honors More Than 100 National Board Certified Teachers
March 10, 2020 Charleston, W.Va. - The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) recognized 104 educators this evening as part of this year’s National Board Certification (NBC) Recognition Celebration at the West Virginia Culture Center ...
West Virginia Department of Education Addresses COVID-19 Best Practices with New Webpage
March 6, 2020 CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) has launched a new online resource for families, students and educators regarding the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). The Department is working closely with ...
West Virginia Board of Education to Meet in Kanawha County – March 11, 2020
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Board of Education will meet to conduct routine business on Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at 10:00 a.m., in Capitol Building 6, Room 353 (Board Conference Room), 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, ...
West Virginia State ESSA Plan Amendment on Public Comment Through April 1, 2020
March 4, 2020 CHARLESTON, W.Va. - The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) is requesting federal approval of an amendment to the State’s Plan for implementation of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) of 1965, ...
West Virginia Board of Education Resource Committee to Meet in Kanawha County – March 11, 2020 (MEETING CANCELLED)
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Board of Education Resource Committee will meet Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at 9:00 a.m., in Capitol Building 6, Room 351, 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East, Charleston, West Virginia. The ...
West Virginia IDEA, Part B Funding Application, 2020-2021
March 3, 2020 CHARLESTON, W.Va. - The West Virginia Department of Education has published the annual funding application for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Part B on its Web site at https://wvde.us/special-education/finance/annual-state-idea-funding-application/ for public ...
West Virginia Department of Education Counselor Conference Addresses Whole Child Support
March 3, 2020 Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) is hosting approximately 600 school counselors and education professionals during the School Counselor Conference at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. Titled ...