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Justice is weighing his decision on Education and the Arts
By Brad McElhinny | WV MetroNews
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice has a big decision about whether to dismantle one of his own agencies.
The Legislature on Saturday passed a bill that would do away with the Department of Education and the Arts, moving its offices and programs to other state agencies.
Speaking today on MetroNews’ “Talkline,” Justice said he hasn’t yet...
State superintendent recommends use of spring break for strike makeup days
By Shauna Johnson, WV MetroNews
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — “Those nine days must and will be made up,” the state superintendent of schools pledged of the school instructional time lost in West Virginia’s public schools during the statewide teacher and school service personnel strike.
School students returned to class this past Wednesday, March 7 after being off on Feb. 22...
Reflections on the strike
Hoppy's Commentary | WV MetroNews
The strike by teachers and service workers that closed schools for nine days is over. Here are my takeaways:
–The five percent raise is substantial and fair. If you count the experience increment for years one through 35, public school teachers will see about another $2,500 in their base pay starting next fiscal year. Service workers, with their experience increment, will make around $1,400...
Schools to Reopen on Wednesday
WVEA Communications Staff
Below is a statement from WVEA President Dale Lee regarding the statewide work action:
“I am so proud of West Virginia’s education employees. Without them, today’s agreement would not have happened. They stood in solidarity – 55 strong - and each day it was clear their resolve grew stronger.
“We are appreciative of Speaker Armstead, President Carmichael and Governor Justice for...
Teacher pay raise stalled in WV Senate
By Ryan Quinn Staff writer
A proposal for a teacher pay raise sitting in a state Senate committee may not be reviewed Friday, which could mean the West Virginia teachers' strike will continue.
A motion was made Friday afternoon to bring the pay raise bill (HB 4145) directly to the Senate floor for immediate consideration, bypassing the finance committee, but that motion was tabled by lawmakers in a 20-14 vote.
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