HB 5012
Providing for in-year school personnel movement to meet school needs.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill modifies West Virginia’s education code to allow for in-year movement of school personnel, such as teachers and other staff, to address changing school needs. It requires the superintendent to notify employees in writing of potential transfers and provide an opportunity for a hearing before the county board. The bill also outlines procedures for listing personnel for transfer and reassignment, ensuring that those not notified and not given a hearing cannot be included in transfer lists. Finally, it addresses emergency situations and allows for reassignment when student enrollment necessitates adjustments to staffing levels to meet established pupil-teacher ratios.
Key provisions
- Superintendents can assign, transfer, promote, demote, or recommend dismissal of school personnel with board approval.
- Employees must receive written notification of potential transfer by April 1 and have the option to request a hearing.
- The county board must hold a hearing on the proposed transfer by May 1.
- A list of personnel to be considered for transfer must be provided to the board by May 1.
- Employees not notified or given a hearing cannot be included on transfer lists.
- Superintendents can reassign surplus personnel to meet pupil-teacher ratios, with board approval and employee notification.
- Reassignments must prioritize the least senior employee with the appropriate certification or classification.
- Employee contracts, compensation, and benefits are not affected by reassignment.
Who is affected
- School Personnel (Teachers, Administrators, Support Staff)
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