W.Va. Photographer Joins Team USA For International Competition
A Charleston-based photographer is in Iceland this week taking part in the 2026 World Photographic Cup international photography competition.
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‘When I Grow Up’ Annual Essay Contest Winners Announced
Now in its 19th year, the “When I Grow Up” essay contest allows students to submit a short essay that explains what they want to be when they grow up for the chance at $500.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsCollege Savings Program Opens New Round Of Essay Contest
The “When I Grow Up” essay contest allows students to submit a short essay of 200 words or less that explains what they want to be when they grow up.
Continue Reading Take Me to More News‘When I Grow Up’ Essay Contest Winners Announced For College Savings Program
The “When I Grow Up” essay contest allows students to submit a short essay of 200 words or less that explains what they want to be when they grow up. Winners receive $500 for their savings account, and another $500 for their school.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWhere Are They Now? A Brief Overview Of 2021 W.Va. Education Legislation
Education has been a top issue for lawmakers in this year's West Virginia legislative session as learning was upended significantly amid the coronavirus pandemic. Among those priority bills in the 60-day session included measures advancing school choice in K-12 education and establishing the Jumpstart Savings Program in higher education.
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Hope Scholarship Bill Nears End Of Legislative Journey
A bill that would establish publicly funded education savings accounts in West Virginia to support private and homeschooling has passed the West Virginia Senate. The legislation passed the House of Delegates two weeks before and could soon be on the governor’s desk for a signature.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsW.Va. Senate Moves Forward On Hope Scholarship, Jumpstart Savings Programs
Two major education bills are nearing the end of their legislative journeys.
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