HB 4944
To determine the salaries of all county Superintendent of School based on population.
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Bill overview
This bill aims to adjust the salaries of West Virginia’s county school superintendents based on the student population in each county. Currently, salaries are determined by the school boards. The bill directs the Department of Education to create a formula and schedule that establishes maximum salaries for each of the 55 counties, with salaries increasing proportionally to student population. This ensures a more equitable salary structure across the state’s school districts.
Key provisions
- The Department of Education will develop a formula for calculating superintendent salaries.
- Salaries will be based on the student population of each county.
- Maximum salaries will be prorated to ensure equitable distribution among counties.
- The schedule for maximum salaries will be reviewed and revised every five years.
- The bill amends existing code to reflect these changes.
Who is affected
- West Virginia County School Superintendents
- West Virginia County School Boards
- Students in West Virginia Public Schools
- The West Virginia Department of Education
Notable changes
- Current salary determination by school boards will be replaced by a Department of Education formula.
- Salaries will be linked to student population, a new factor in compensation.
Fiscal impact
The bill will require funding for the Department of Education to develop and implement the new salary schedule and formula.
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