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Sep 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Ritchie County Schools Board Board Meeting
The board meeting focused on a presentation regarding the West Virginia balanced scorecard, which evaluates school systems across 11 indicators related to student performance, operations, and management. The discussion centered on student achievement and progress, specifically in English Language Arts (ELA) and mathematics. The presentation highlighted that Ritchie County schools do not have any red-level indicators on the scorecard and perform well in the state for student achievement and academic progress. Additionally, attendance data was reviewed, noting its correlation with academic outcomes and emphasizing that no county in the state currently meets or exceeds the attendance standards.
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The board meeting focused on conducting a student expulsion hearing in accordance with state law. Following the hearing, the board deliberated on the superintendent's recommendation and officially approved the expulsion. The meeting concluded with a motion for adjournment.
Sep 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Ritchie County Schools Board Special Board Meeting
The board convened a special meeting to address specific administrative actions. Key discussion topics included the approval of the meeting agenda and an executive session held for the purpose of a student expulsion hearing. Following the executive session, the board formally approved the superintendent's recommendation for the expulsion of the students.
Sep 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Ritchie County Schools Board Board Meeting
The board meeting included the recognition of four district retirees who collectively provided over a century of service to the schools. The Superintendent delivered a financial presentation that clarified the structures of the district's three primary funds and analyzed expenditure trends, specifically noting high salary costs and the allocation of funds toward capital construction projects. The meeting also addressed operational updates, such as upcoming professional learning sessions, regional technology training partnerships, and non-profit collaborative initiatives. Additionally, the board reviewed significant updates to the Promise Scholarship eligibility criteria for the class of 2027, which simplifies the process by eliminating specific core GPA and course requirements in favor of new composite test score standards.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
