The Board will discuss various agenda items including a presentation on public schools, a school safety update, and department reports. Key actions include approving the employment of substitute teachers and bus operators in critical need areas, granting continuing approval status for alternative certification programs, appointing a designee to the WVSSAC Review Board, and transitioning to the edTPA Essentials assessment. The meeting also covers a waiver for the Grow Your Own teaching pathway, updates on school district interventions in Randolph, Roane, and Harrison counties, State Superintendent goals, and personnel matters. Additionally, the Board will address legal matters, elect officers, and approve the upcoming meeting schedule.
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The Board launched the I Love WV Public Schools campaign and reviewed a school safety report regarding licensure and misconduct investigations. The Superintendent provided updates on national recognition for Pre-K, the America250 initiatives, and a new AI resource partnership. The meeting featured the approval of a new middle school initiative focused on grades 6-8. Significant actions included releasing Randolph County Schools from a State of Emergency, extending the State of Emergency for Roane County Schools, and approving partial state intervention for Harrison County Schools due to identified operational and financial concerns. Additionally, the Board adopted new Superintendent goals for the upcoming school year, conducted elections for Board officers, and approved the tentative meeting schedule for 2026-2027.
