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West Virginia lawmakers took some important steps for teachers during this year’s regular legislative session.
During a tight budget year, legislators and Gov. Tomblin recognized teachers and service employees were in need of a pay increase. I commend them for taking this first step to getting West Virginia teachers on the path to competitive pay.
But perhaps even more important than the $1,000 pay raise for teachers and 2 percent increase for service professionals is goal...
By Mackenzie Mays
The Charleston Gazette
Top education officials are dispelling rumors that they’re interested in becoming West Virginia’s next superintendent of schools, including outgoing School Building Authority Director Mark Manchin and members of the state Board of Education, tasked with choosing the superintendent.
Last week, Superintendent Jim Phares announced his plans to retire this summer — an expected move, since the Board of Education said he would serve in...
By Samuel Speciale, Education Reporter
Charleston Daily Mail
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- With more than 170 million units sold, the iPad has revolutionized mobile computing since its release in 2010. While Apple’s market share plummeted to about 36 percent last year with the emergence of cheaper Android-based tablets, it can be said that the iPad has changed the way people work, play and communicate.
Four years after being introduced to consumers around the globe, the trend-...
By WVEA Communications Staff
The West Virginia Education Association-Political Action Committee recommends the following people for the May 13 Primary Election.
“WVEA-PAC believes, based on past performances and responses to interview questions, these candidates are advocates for education and for children,” stated WVEA-PAC Chair Dale Lee. “These candidates share our commitment to improving education in West Virginia.”
WVEA-PAC is the independent, political arm of the...
By Chelsi Baker
Times West Virginian
FAIRMONT — Students in Marion County missed 19 days of school this year.
With snowfall totaling 62 1/2 inches this winter and temperatures reaching 9 degrees below zero at times, students and teachers were forced to stay home so as not to risk their safety.
That many snow days left schools behind schedule in terms of what material teachers want and need to cover, which could negatively impact students’ progress on what they...