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Creating a Love of Reading

West Virginia ranks among three other states with increased student literacy proficiency since 2022. Specifically, the Mountain State is second in the nation for having 5% increases year over year. The ability to read is the gateway to future success.
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Conferences

Educator and staff development conferences occur throughout the year focusing on specific areas critical to public education.

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Exemplary Practice Schools

This program showcases schools that demonstrate exceptional improvement practices.

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Ready, Read, Write, West Virginia

Ready, Read, Write, West Virginia provides resources for families and educators that help increase literacy proficiency for all students.

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Unite with Numeracy

Unite educators, families, and students while enhancing teacher content knowledge and increasing student achievement and engagement.

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WV Board of Education Statement on Raleigh County Circuit Court Decision

Today a decision was issued by Raleigh County Circuit Court granting a preliminary injunction to three Raleigh County students allowing them to attend public school without required vaccinations. This court’s…
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WV Dept. of Ed Announces 2026 School Service Personnel of the Year Finalists

The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) is pleased to announce five finalists for the 2026 West Virginia School Service Personnel of the Year (SPOY) award.
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Nine Counties Join WVDE for National Literacy Recognition

The West Virginia Department of Education congratulates several counties identified in a recent national report for sustained increases in student literacy proficiency.

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Certification

Learn more about approvals for all licensure permits, authorizations, and certifications for anyone wishing to work within West Virginia public schools.

Content Standards and Policies

Browse the West Virginia College- and Career-Readiness Standards online.

E-Learning for Educators

WVLearns account creation, out-of-state educator access, WV educator course enrollment and course syllabi.

Careers

Explore opportunities in West Virginia's public school system.

Child Nutrition

Dedicated to ensuring that all children have access to nutritious meals that support their well-being and readiness for learning.

Academics

Creating pathways of academic and life-long success for all of West Virginia's children.

Career Exploration & Student Engagement

Explore numerous topics that can help students develop career skills.

School Calendars

View high school graduation dates and a summary of county calendar dates.

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SAIL Into a New School Year Conference - Day 1

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Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center
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SAIL Into a New School Year Conference - Day 2

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Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center
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West Virginia Board of Education.

Board of Education Meeting

August 2025 Board Meeting

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West Virginia Board of Education: Board Room
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Farm to School Conference - Day 1

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Marriott: Waterfront Place
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Find Teaching Jobs in WV Schools

The WVDE seeks to attract individuals from all walks of life who are intelligent, creative, skilled, responsible, and compassionate with a desire to begin educational career paths.

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