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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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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.
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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.
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Fourth Annual Military Signing Week Honors Students Around the State

The West Virginia Department of Education, in collaboration with the Common Ground Partnership, will host events throughout the state recognizing students committing to military service in the United States Armed Forces.
West Virginia Department of Education
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Future and Experienced Educators Meet During Annual Symposium

Morgantown, W.Va. — More than a dozen members of the West Virginia Milken Educator Network will meet with 100 high school students representing 20 schools in Morgantown on April 7-8…
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Month of the Military Child Celebrates Military-Connected Students

The West Virginia Department of Education and the Common Ground Partnership recognize April as the Month of the Military Child. The month highlights continuing efforts to create a positive school climate and culture that meet the unique needs of military-connected children and families.
Members of Huntington High School's Academic Showdown Team 1.
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Two Teams Advance from the Region 2 Academic Showdown in Huntington

Huntington High School Team 1 and Winfield High School Team 1 have advanced to the 2025 Academic Showdown finale.
2025 Arts Alive poster contest winner posing with the winning poster with staff from the WV Department of Education
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Winner of 2025 Arts Alive Poster Design Contest Announced

Lauryn Coffman wins the 2025 Arts Alive Poster Contest. Her design will represent the May 2 event, celebrating student talent in visual arts, music, dance, and theater at the WV Culture Center.
West Virginia Board of Education.
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WV Board of Ed. Declares an Intervention for Mingo County Schools

The State Board voted unanimously to declare an immediate intervention of Mingo County Schools during the WVBE’s March meeting in Charleston.
National Board Certification honorees standing together on stage at 2025 celebration
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National Board Certified teachers honored in Charleston

Charleston, W. Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) recognized the most recent class of West Virginia National Board Certified (NBC) educators at the annual NBC Recognition Celebration…
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Hundreds of Young Scientists Explore Real-World Challenges at State Science and Engineering Fair

Two hundred sixty students attended the 2025 West Virginia Science and Engineering Fair at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center.
Members of Nitro High School.
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Kanawha and Braxton Counties Send Teams to 2025 Academic Showdown Finale

Nitro High School and Braxton High School Team 2 have advanced to the 2025 Academic Showdown finale from West Virginia State University.