Educational Resources for Students

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Enrichment Opportunities

Get involved in programs that build learning and boost creativity.

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Arts Alive

The annual showcase of artistic talent, comprised of students from across the state.

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Golden Horseshoe

The Golden Horseshoe is a long-standing West Virginia tradition dating back to 1931 that honors eighth grade students who excel in West Virginia history.

Paden City High School students compete in a regional competition at Fairmont State University during the 2024 Academic Showdown.

Academic Showdown

The West Virginia Academic Showdown is a head-to-head competition that brings West Virginia high school students from across the state together for regional matchups.

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Governor's Schools of West Virginia

Free summer programs for 7-11 graders, including arts, math, technology, business, tourism/hospitality management and more.

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Further Enrichment

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Study Help

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Beyond High School

Explore resources that provide a foundation for college study, career success, or military enlistment. 

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CareerTechWV

Learn more about career technical education opportunities that can earn you workforce credentials.

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Become a Teacher

Begin the process of being an educator who will impact generations to come.

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Enlist in the Military

Learn more about how you can join several branches of the United States military.

Get Ready for College

Explore helpful resources for scholarships, grants, and financial aid opportunities.

Fill Out the FAFSA

Are you in the application process for college and universities? Don't forget to fill out the FAFSA.

Explore Scholarships

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Student News

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Press Release

WV Dept. of Ed Announces 2025 Culineering Challenge Student Teams

The West Virginia Department of Education Office of Career Technical Education is pleased to announce the nine CTE teams competing in the fourth annual Culineering Challenge.
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Press Release

Students Honored at Golden Horseshoe Ceremonies

The West Virginia Department of Education recognized 223 8th-grade students from West Virginia middle schools, public charter schools and the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind as 2025 Knights of the Golden Horseshoe.
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Press Release

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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