HB 2723
To provide $10,000 a year salary increase for any teacher who goes through the National Board Certification process and becomes nationally certified
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill aims to reward West Virginia teachers who achieve National Board Certification by providing an annual salary increase of $6,000. Teachers must hold a valid National Board certificate to receive this bonus, which is in addition to their regular state minimum salary. The bill outlines reimbursement for certification fees and expenses associated with obtaining or renewing National Board certification, funded through a legislative appropriation.
Key provisions
- Teachers who achieve National Board Certification receive an annual salary bonus of $6,000.
- The bonus is paid in equal monthly installments.
- The bonus is added to the teacher’s state minimum salary.
- The state will reimburse teachers up to $600 for expenses incurred during National Board certification.
- Initial certification reimbursement covers half of the certification fee, and renewal reimbursement covers the full renewal fee.
- The West Virginia Department of Education administers the reimbursement program.
- The state board will establish selection criteria for teachers pursuing National Board Certification.
- The state board will create rules to implement the bill’s provisions.
Who is affected
- Classroom Teachers
- West Virginia Public Schools
- West Virginia Department of Education
- Teachers seeking professional development
- School Districts
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