About Us

Learn more about the West Virginia Department of Education.
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Department Operations

Explore various offices that serve key operational roles within the Department.

Internal Operations

Fiscal needs of the Department, West Virginia Board of Education, and more.

Infrastructure and Network Operations

Network and device protection for the West Virginia K-12 public school system.

Purchasing

The procurement of goods and services vital to the state's educational system.

Careers

Current vacancies within the Department, West Virginia K-12 system, Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, and the Schools of Diversion and Transition.

Employee Portal

Internal portal for Department employees.

Communications and Public Relations

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Communications

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News & Articles

Stay up-to-date on the latest news in West Virginia public schools.

Events

Learn more about upcoming Department events.

Latest News

West Virginia Department of Education
Press Release

Applications Accepted for Governor’s School of Entrepreneurship

The West Virginia Department of Education has extended the application period for the Governor’s School of Entrepreneurship to May 9, 2025. Students currently in Grades 9 -12 can apply for this residential, summer program hosted by Marshall University (July 11 - 20, 2025).
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Press Release

WV Dept. of Education Celebrates Student Excellence During State Social Studies Fair

The West Virginia Department of Education welcomed 540 students to the 2025 West Virginia State Social Studies Fair in Charleston. Students in Grades 3-12 representing 43 counties submitted 349 projects showcasing individual and group work.
West Virginia Board of Education.
Press Release

West Virginia Board of Education Recognizes Exemplary Schools

The West Virginia Board of Education welcomed the 2025 class of West Virginia Exemplary Practice Schools. This program, created by the West Virginia Department of Education in 2024, recognizes schools that illustrate outstanding school practices that positively impact student outcomes.

Policies and Strategic Planning

Explore various polices and strategic planning related to the Department.

Policies

View current West Virginia Board of Education policies and submit comments on policies pending Board action.

Strategic Plan

Learn more about the Department's mission and vision.

West Virginia Tiered System of Support (WVTSS)

A collection of resources that provide academic, behavioral, and mental health support for student success.

School Operations

Learn more about the essential functions of school operations.

School Finance

Learn more about how school funding is reported and tracked.

School Transportation

Learn more about the process to ensure safe transportation of students to and from school.

School Facilities

Learn more about how the Department supports county efforts to provide safe learning environments for students.

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