WVEA

State Board (WVBE) Policies

WVEA seeks to keep you apprised of policies the West Virginia Board of Education has on public comment. Your ability to provide the students in your classroom with the best education possible is impacted by the policies passed by the West Virginia Board of Education. We urge you to read the synopsis of proposed policy "revisions listed below and respond to the WVDE with your comments.

Policy 4110 -- Attendance

Background:  At any given time, there are approximately 2,500 to 3,000 children in out-of-home care, generally referred to as foster care in WV.  In response to concerns raised regarding the educational status of these children, the WVDE revised Policy 4110 in August 2009.

Purpose: To receive approval for Section 5.3.3.d which states, "A student whose educational services are guided by an existing SAT plan, IEP or 504 plan may warrant special consideration when a pattern of multiple, single or chronic absences exist.  The child's current status should be reviewed by the SAT, IEP or 504 Team as deemed appropriate and in accordance with state and federal law.

The last day public comments will be accepted for Policy 4110 is December 12, 2009.  A copy of the proposed policy changes can be accessed on the WVDE Website at this address:  http://wvde.state.wv.us/policies/p4110_co.pdf or you can comment online at:  http://wvde.state.wv.us/policies/onlinecomment.html?id=4110

The following WV Board of Education (WVBE) policies are listed for your convenience.  All WVBE policies are posted on the