Public Education

West Virginia is now joining 42 other states that offer public charter schools as an educational choice for parents and students. The charter movement got its start in Minnesota three decades ago and created an us-and-them divide that’s lasted ever since.

Two major education bills are nearing the end of their legislative journeys.

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear how schools are using federal and state dollars to cope with COVID-19. Also, in this show, we hear about a housing…

The West Virginia Department of Education announced that eight counties will be remote-learning only for the week of Sept. 13. State officials rolled out…

Debra Corbett always loved education. Coming from a family of educators, it was something she said she always wanted to do. Her mother, aunts and uncles…

On this West Virginia Morning, thousands of kids head back to school across the state. We hear advice from one educator with decades of experience. Also,…

The West Virginia Department of Education announced Saturday that nine counties will begin with only remote learning for the week of Sept. 6 through 12.…

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ben Salango and union leaders in West Virginia education say Gov. Jim Justice and state officials are not doing enough…

Across West Virginia, families have been promised the option of virtual schooling in light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. And many families are…

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear about an ongoing project at West Virginia Public Broadcasting called Edible Mountain, which is highlighting the…