The agenda focuses on critical updates and policy actions for the West Virginia education system. Key topics include updates on school safety and Department of Education reports, as well as several actions related to the employment of substitute teachers and bus operators in areas of critical need. Multiple waivers for Policy 2510 regarding personal finance courses, interventionist staffing, and teacher training requirements were proposed. Additionally, the agenda covers amendments to Comprehensive Educational Facilities Plans for Wayne, Roane, and Wyoming counties, the appointment of members to the Training Standards Review Committee, authorization of the WVDE as a provider of coursework for the Alternative Certification Program, and a discussion regarding various legal matters and personnel issues.
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The agenda focuses on several key areas, including school safety updates, Department of Education reports, and policies regarding the employment of substitute teachers and retired bus operators in areas of critical need. It includes reviews of multiple West Virginia Secondary Schools Activities Commission rules concerning constitution, eligibility, contests, conduct, and rule violations. Additionally, the board will deliberate on educator preparation program endorsements for Moreland University, Davis & Elkins College, and Shepherd University, alongside alternative certification program requests for Boone County Schools. Other significant topics involve waivers for educator preparation programs and school closure procedures, various professional appointments, updates on the WV Impact+ Coaching Initiative and 2026 Summative Assessment Results, and intervention reports for Logan, Wyoming, and Marion County Schools.
Jul 8, 2026·Board meeting agenda
West Virginia Board of Education Agenda
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.
Jul 8, 2026·Board meeting
West Virginia Board of Education Minutes
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.
