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West Virginia Department of Education
Press Release

WV Superintendent of Schools Elected to National Board

West Virginia Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt has been elected to the Council of Chief State School Officers Board of Directors, the organization announced recently as part of its annual Policy Forum in Houston, Texas.
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Press Release

WV Board of Education Recognizes Blue Ribbon Nominees

The West Virginia Board of Education recognized the state’s Blue Ribbon School nominees during the November meeting in Charleston.
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Announcements

Happening Now - Ohio County

Teachers, professional staff, and service personnel in Ohio County find unique ways to engage students in the learning process.
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Press Release

WV Department of Ed Awards Cast Iron Cook-Off Winners at Farm to School Conference

The West Virginia Department of Education congratulates the teams that participated in the 2025 Junior Cast Iron Cook-Off.
West Virginia Department of Education
Press Release

Sonya White Appointed as Superintendent of Logan County Schools

West Virginia Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt has appointed Dr. Sonya White as the permanent Superintendent of Logan County Schools.
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Announcements

Happening Now - Putnam County

Putnam County teachers are keeping the learning process exciting by engaging students with creative and hands-on learning opportunities.
Members of the Drive and Dine Coyotes 2025 Culineering Challenge Team.
Press Release

Wetzel County Technical Education Center Named 2025 Culineering Challenge Grand Champion

The West Virginia Department of Education Office of Career Technical Education congratulates the Drive and Dine Coyotes from Wetzel County Technical Education Center as the 2025 Culineering Challenge grand champion.
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Press Release

Partners Donate More than $1 Million to WV Public Schools

The West Virginia Department of Education is pleased to recognize Shawn and Angela Ball/L&S Toyota, the Pack Family Foundation and the Wing 2 Wing Foundation for their contribution of more than $1,000,000 to the Communities In Schools (CIS) virtual pantries throughout West Virginia.
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Press Release

WV Department of Ed. Urges Safety Around School Bus Zones

The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) reminds drivers to take a “brake” to keep roadways safe and use caution near school buses and school bus stops in recognition of National School Bus Safety Week (Oct. 20 - 24, 2025).
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Announcements

Happening Now - Jefferson County

Jefferson County School ensures that the learning process is both enjoyable and engaging, which influences student success and attendance.
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Announcements

Happening Now - Kanawha County

Students are engaging in the learning process in many different ways in Kanawha County.
West Virginia Department of Education
Press Release

WV Dept. of Ed Honors Excellence in Adult Education Programs

The West Virginia Department of Education recently celebrated excellence in adult education at the 2025 West Virginia Adult Education Association Awards Ceremony in Charleston.