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The Arts in Action

More than 300 student artists were celebrated during the 2025 Arts Alive Showcase in Charleston. From drawings, sculptures, and paintings to dances, singing, and musical ensembles, this was truly a night to remember.
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S.A.I.L. Into a New School Year 2025 Summer Conference

Learn more about this exciting professional development opportunity for educators, administrators, and service personnel.

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Common Ground Partnership

A collaborative of 24 organizations with a shared mission to support the success of all West Virginia students.

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Ready, Read, Write, West Virginia

Ready, Read, Write, West Virginia provides resources for families and educators that help increase literacy proficiency for all students.

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Unite with Numeracy

Unite educators, families, and students while enhancing teacher content knowledge and increasing student achievement and engagement.

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WV Remains a National Leader in Early Childhood Education

Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) applauds the continued support and hard work of West Virginia’s early learning educators and advocates resulting in the state’s ranking…
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Fifth Class of Purple Star Award Recipients Announced

Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) and the Common Ground Partnership are pleased to announce the 2025 class of Purple Star Award recipients. These schools and…
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Student Writers Honored During Young Writers Day

The West Virginia Department of Education, in partnership with the Central West Virginia Writing Project, Marshall University, the June Harless Center and the University of Charleston, hosted more than 200 student writers at the University of Charleston for Young Writers Day.

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Conference

Launching Limitless Journeys: Empowering Students with Disabilities to Thrive Beyond High School 2025 Summer Conference - Day 1

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S.A.I.L Into a New School Year 2025 Summer Conference - Day 1

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