SB 684
Creating Community School Funding Formula Revision Act
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 684 proposes that the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) examine school closures and consolidations over the past five fiscal years. Based on this review, the WVDE must recommend changes to the School Aid Formula to prevent the closure of at least 80% of schools currently under consideration for closure. These recommendations are due to the legislature within 180 days of the bill’s passage. The bill aims to prioritize maintaining existing school operations based on financial and operational factors.
Key provisions
- The WVDE must review school closures and consolidations.
- The WVDE must propose formula changes to prevent school closures.
- The WVDE must aim to prevent the closure of at least 80% of schools under consideration.
- Recommendations must be submitted to the legislature within 180 days.
- The basis for closure decisions should be financial and operational factors.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Department of Education
- School Districts
- Students
- Parents
- West Virginia Legislature
Notable changes
- Requires the WVDE to proactively recommend formula changes to prevent school closures.
- Establishes a specific target for school closure prevention (80%).
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