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Kentucky ranked top 10 nationally in math and reading growth since 2022, report says
2+ hour, 20+ min ago (294+ words) KENTUCKY (WCHS) " According to an education scorecard, Kentucky is among the nation's top performers for both reading and math. "They've been able to do the work," Sen. Steve West said. "They put in the work to make these gains." West,…...
Wild Appalachia: Appalachian Headwaters Environmental Education & Restoration
4+ hour, 7+ min ago (420+ words) by Brad Rice, Brandon Stover GREENBRIER COUNTY, W. Va. (WCHS) " Less than a half mile from Route 60 in Greenbrier County sits a hidden gem that's quickly becoming a destination for outdoor education. Recently, nearby students were exploring one of West Virginia's…...
Lawmakers to weigh school funding revisions and next steps on TANF as July contracts near
5+ hour, 11+ min ago (392+ words) CHARLESTON, W. Va. (WCHS) " Lawmakers on the Joint Education Committee are set to discuss school funding and potential changes to West Virginia's current school aid formula, an issue legislators have been asked to address for months. Kanawha County Delegate Andy Shamblin…...
Data show 71% of W. Va. school closures since 2011 were elementary schools
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (496+ words) U. S. forces launched "self-defense strikes" against Iranian targets on Tuesday evening after an Army helicopter was shot down a day earlier. CHARLESTON, W. Va. (WCHS) " Since 2011, 139 schools in West Virginia have closed, according to data compiled by researchers at the University of…...
Melania Trump to honor student winners of Presidential AI Challenge
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (311+ words) WASHINGTON (TNND) " First lady Melania Trump on Tuesday will honor student winners of the Presidential AI Challenge, which was first announced in August. According to the White House, for the challenge, "Student participants will complete a project that involves the…...
Nearly 9 in 10 kids use AI; report flags concerns over educational, emotional dependencies
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (878+ words) (TNND) " A new report examining artificial intelligence usage among children and teenagers should serve as a "pretty big wake-up call" for parents, educators and policymakers, said Common Sense Media Founder and CEO Jim Steyer. "AI's takeover of childhood has happened…...
New report questions whether the PTA has moved beyond its traditional mission
5+ day, 11+ hour ago (86+ words) WCHS New report questions whether the PTA has moved beyond its traditional mission by The National News Desk Start your morning with The National News Desk as Jan Jeffcoat sits down with Senior Director of Communications at Defending Education, Erika…...
Coalition urges immediate pause on West Virginia school closures
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (219+ words) CHARLESTON, W. Va (WCHS) " School closures and consolidations have impacted many areas in West Virginia, with nearly 20 schools currently at risk of closing their doors. Together for Public Schools West Virginia is a coalition that is now urging state lawmakers to…...
Nitro High School launches weekly 'Wildcat Check-In" summer support program
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (284+ words) NITRO, W. Va. (WCHS) " This past school year was far from easy for many students at Nitro High School as they tried to navigate the passing of two classmates from suicide. Wildcat Check-In is the school's new summer program, bringing students…...
Advocates cite Calhoun, Logan teacher abuse cases in call for stricter school protections
1+ week, 4+ hour ago (428+ words) CHARLESTON, W. Va. (WCHS) " Several parents and advocates spoke Wednesday before the West Virginia Board of Education, calling for stronger protections against sexual misconduct in schools following recent cases involving teachers in Calhoun and Logan counties. "We have to show them…...