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Wheeling Park becomes first WV high school to launch Teen Mental Health First Aid

OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — Wheeling Park is now the first high school in West Virginia to implement Teen Mental Health First Aid. Officials say that's a big win for student safety. 9th through 12th graders are now learning a new curriculum in their health classes. "This has been going...

Wheeling, WV · 15d

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Population loss, Hope Scholarship driving enrollment losses in West Virginia, school districts say

West Virginia public school enrollment experienced one of the steepest drops since COVID, and local superintendents in the hardest hit counties are pointing to demographic loss and the Hope Scholarship as causes.

West Virginia · 16d

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Moundsville’s Small Steps Christian Academy opens in response to what one parent calls ‘deficiencies in West Virginia’s public school system’

Small Steps Christian Academy in Moundsville recently welcomed its first class of students. The institution was opened by Christine Sobutka in response to what she views as deficiencies in West Virginia’s public school system. She felt her son’s education was marked by teachers telling him what he wouldn’t be able to do, and her goal is to help children excel instead of doubting their abilities.

Moundsville, WV · 17d

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Williamstown prevails in LKC showdown with Doddridge, 27-0

WEST UNION -- Birthday boy Jack Moore put the icing on the cake of Class AA, No. 2 Williamstown's 27-0 victory here Friday night versus No. 7 Doddridge County at Cline Stansberry Stadium with a late 1-yard touchdown plunge as the Yellowjackets locked up the Little Kanawha Conference title. Trenton...

Williamstown, WV · 15d

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‘When I Grow Up’ Essay Competition Opens For W.Va. Students

West Virginia students from kindergarten through fifth grade can enter to win up to $5,000 in a SMART529 college savings account by writing about their dream job. Hosted by the state Treasurer’s Office, the SMART529 When I Grow Up essay contest is open to public, private and home school students. Essays begin with, “When I grow up, I want to be a…” and then each child explains why they’ve chosen that career.

West Virginia · 16d

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Treasurer Pack Returns Nearly $42,000 in Unclaimed Property Funds to Education Alliance

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) – State Treasurer Larry Pack was in Charleston on Tuesday where he presented nearly $42,000 in unclaimed property funds to the Education Alliance. “The Education Alliance plays an important role in supporting students, educators and schools across West Virginia, and we are proud to return nearly $42,000 to an organization dedicated to […] The post Treasurer Pack Returns Nearly $42,000 in Unclaimed Property Funds to Education Alliance appeared first on West Virginia Daily News .

West Virginia · 17d

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New pre-apprenticeship gives John Marshall students a direct path to union trade careers

MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. — John Marshall High School has launched a new pre-apprenticeship program for its carpentry students -- the first of its kind for a West Virginia high school. The program was announced Thursday as county leaders joined students and staff to unveil a partnership with the Upper...

Marshall County, WV · 16d

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Roane County Schools lead state in enrollment decline

ROANE COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) — Enrollment data reveals that West Virginia public schools lost 8,270 students in the 2026-2027 school year, which is a 3.5% decline from the 2025-2026 school year. The West Virginia Department of Education says that all 55 West Virginia counties saw a decline in enrollment. According to the data, Roane County […]

Roane County, WV · 17d

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WVSSAC releases Week 8 rankings for West Virginia high school football

WEST VIRGINIA (WCHS) — High school football in West Virginia is entering the home stretch of the regular season and teams are vying for playoff spots. Below are the top 16 teams in each class in the Week 8 rankings:. Class AAAA. 1. George Washington (7-0) 2. Martinsburg (7-0)

West Virginia · 18d

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Wetzel County repeats as West Virginia Culineering champion; Wheeling Park High School takes second place, John Marshall wins Best Flavor Collision Cake

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WTRF)— The Wetzel County Technical Education Center has won the 2026 West Virginia Department of Education Culineering Challenge, earning the title for the second year in a row. Nine teams competed in the fifth annual event at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. This year’s “Crash Test Yummy” challenge combined culinary arts, engineering […]

Wetzel County, WV · 16d

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Buckhannon-Upshur High School placed on precautionary hold due to custody dispute

BUCKHANNON, W.Va (WDTV) - Buckhannon-Upshur High School was placed on a precautionary hold Tuesday morning. According to Upshur County Sheriff Mike Coffman, the hold was due to a custody dispute, and no students were in danger. The hold was initiated at approximately 11:45 a.m., according to Upshur County Schools Superintendent...

Buckhannon, WV · 18d

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John Marshall launches construction pre-apprenticeship program

GLEN DALE, W.Va. (WTRF) — John Marshall High School is adding a pre-apprenticeship program to its two-year carpentry Career and Technical Education program. The school says it is the first program of its kind offered at a West Virginia high school. Beginning this semester, carpentry students will take part in a pre-apprenticeship program through the […]

Glen Dale, WV · 16d

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Williamston & Doddridge renew rivalry in Week 9 (Class AA preview)

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Greg Carey and Joe Brocato preview the top matchups on the schedule in Class AA football for Week 9.

Morgantown, WV · 16d

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Two members join WVSOM Board of Governors

LEWISBURG, W.Va. – Two new members have joined the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) Board of Governors, the body that oversees the financial, business and educational policies under which the school operates. West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey appointed David Rader to the board, replacing the departing Randall...

Lewisburg, WV · 16d

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Harrison County Schools targeting about 115 personnel reductions, superintendent says

CLARKSBURG, W.Va (WDTV) - Harrison County Schools is targeting about 115 personnel reductions as the district works to balance its budget amid declining enrollment and less state funding. Superintendent Sheena Van Meter addressed the issue following the regularly scheduled school board meeting Tuesday. “We’re looking at triple digit cuts. So...

Harrison County, WV · 18d

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Brooke County Chamber backs education to support local businesses at summit

BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. — Brooke County Chamber of Commerce leaders gathered Wednesday in Follansbee to highlight new support for local educators, saying investments in schools are key to strengthening the area’s business community. The chamber’s education summit brought together local leaders, principals, teachers and students at the Follansbee...

Brooke County, WV · 17d

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PHS volleyball falls to Lewis County on senior night

PARKERSBURG – Tenley Pickens and Eliza Bush shared match-high kill honors with 11 apiece here Wednesday inside Memorial Fieldhouse to help lead Lewis County to a 25-21, 25-19 and 25-22 sweep of Parkersburg on senior night. PHS libero Grace Inboden, who had a match-high five aces, was honored alongside...

Parkersburg, WV · 17d

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Union Local schools to pay $300,000 to settle federal lawsuit over 2024 game

BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio — Union Local School District will pay $300,000 to settle a federal lawsuit filed by Belmont County resident Brent Gay stemming from a 2024 football game in Barnesville. Gay sued the district and assistant football coach Vaughn Butler, alleging his constitutional rights were violated and that...

Belmont County, OH · 18d

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Coca-Cola Consolidated, Samaritan’s Feet give 500 Nutter Fort students new shoes

NUTTER FORT, W.Va (WDTV) - About 500 students at Nutter Fort Intermediate School received new shoes, backpacks and a “Hope Tote” Wednesday morning through a partnership between Coca-Cola Consolidated and Samaritan’s Feet International. The event ran from 9 a.m. to noon at the school, located at 1302...

Nutter Fort, WV · 17d

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Dealing with a school deficit on Inside West Virginia Politics

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) – On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, our guests join Rick Johnson to discuss the state of Roane County Schools, the American Affordability Act and HR1. In Segment 1, we talk to Roane County Schools Superintendent Michelle Stellato about the current state of the school district after facing a […]

Roane County, WV · 18d