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March-30-2020
By Jeff Jenkins, WV MetroNews
March 30, 2020
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Several county school systems in West Virginia are transitioning this week to what’s being described as more efficient models to feed students and their families with the continuing school shutdown connected to the coronavirus.
According to information released by the office of state School Superintendent Clayton Burch, beginning Monday, “most counties will move to...
March-27-2020
WV MetroNews
March 27, 2020
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office says every registered voter will receive an absentee ballot application next month, allowing them to vote in the May primary election.
The announcement Thursday came more than a week after...
March-26-2020
By Ryan Quinn, Charleston Gazette-Mail
March 26, 2020
Republican Gov. Jim Justice signed into law Wednesday a bill specifically saying that Bible classes are allowed in public high schools.
Some prominent West Virginia religious leaders opposed the legislation during this year’s regular legislative session, saying it discriminated against non-Christian faiths.
Justice also signed numerous other education-related bills Wednesday, the last day he...
March-25-2020
The WVDE released the following FAQ and responses based on the COVID-19 health emergency status as of 3/24/2020.
Q1. How should county boards handle paying their spring sport coaches given shortened/canceled seasons?
A1. Spring sports and practices were underway prior to the health emergency closure of schools. Even if the seasons are shortened/canceled, county boards should honor the spring sports coaching contracts since services were rendered. The contract amounts do not...