HB 2760
To allow for the implementation of Educational Software in West Virginia public schools
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill creates a partnership between Workforce West Virginia and the West Virginia State Board of Education to implement an educational software program focused on STEM, particularly chemistry, in high schools and technical schools across the state. The program will provide instructional resources and professional development for teachers and administrators. It begins with a pilot phase in 10 schools and expands to all participating schools after two years, with an evaluation to be conducted and reported to the Governor and Legislative Oversight Committee on Education Accountability.
Key provisions
- Establishes a partnership between Workforce West Virginia and the West Virginia State Board of Education.
- Provides funding for the program through the Department of Commerce.
- Initially implements the program in 10 schools for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Expands the program to all high schools and technical schools after two years.
- Supplies instructional resources and professional development for teachers and administrators.
- Requires an evaluation of the program's impact by January 1, 2027.
- The evaluation must include recommendations for continuation, expansion, or termination.
- The program will complement existing digital literacy standards.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Public Schools (High Schools and Technical Schools)
- Students in West Virginia Public Schools
- Teachers in West Virginia Public Schools
- Administrators in West Virginia Public Schools
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