W.Va. DMV Releases License Plate To Celebrate National Anniversary
The new commemorative license plates are expected to be available in DMV offices across the state by the end of the week.
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Lawmakers Take Action To Reform Schools Funding, Recognize Need For System Overhaul
Sen. Eric Tarr, R-Putnam, expressed his support for the bills, but also urged his colleagues to look towards a complete overhaul of how the state funds schools.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFeds Release Full Funding For Local Schools
States normally receive federal education funds for programs like before- and after-school enrichment and adult education on July 1, but states were notified June 30 the money would be withheld for a review.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsCommittee Chairs Focus On Discipline And Adjusting After Dream Federal Job Cut, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, the committee chairs of the legislature's education committees are trying to address discipline and staffing issues in state schools, and a W.Va. native is still reeling from losing her dream job as part of the federal government’s workforce reduction efforts.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFederal Cuts Could Affect Local Schools, Including Low Income And Disabled Students, Says Budget Expert
The Trump administration is looking to slash at least $1 trillion in federal spending across dozens of departments. Kelly Allen, executive director of the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy, spoke with Chris Schulz about what cuts to the Department of Education would mean for local schools.
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Renewal Applications Open For Hope Scholarship
Applications are now open for families to renew their participation in West Virginia’s education voucher program. Renewal applications for the Hope Scholarship will be accepted through June 15.&...
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsCabell County School Levy Fails; Funding For Parks, Libraries At Issue
A portion of the five-year levy would have gone to libraries and parks, just not as much as before.
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