AGENDA
WEST VIRGINIA BOARD OF EDUCATION
Capitol
Building 6, Room 353
1900
Kanawha Boulevard, East
Charleston, West Virginia
August 8, 2018 - 10:00 a.m.
(Notice: This agenda will continue on August 9 at 9:00
a.m. if not completed on August 8.)
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Welcome -
Pledge of Allegiance - Introductions - Call to Order |
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David G. Perry, President |
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Remarks from Governor’s
Office and House/Senate Education -
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David G.
Perry |
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Delegation(s) |
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Approval of Agenda -
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David G.
Perry |
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Remarks
from Stakeholder Organizations - (Information) |
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West
Virginia Parent Teacher Association |
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Voices from
the Field/Behavioral Health - (Information) |
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Jim Harris,
Marshall University Project Aware |
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VII. |
Introduction
of WVDE Office of Finance and Administration Staff - (Information) |
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Terry
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VIII. |
Consent Agenda - (Action) |
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Approval of Minutes -
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It is recommended that the minutes of the July 11, 2018, meeting of the WVBE be approved. |
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B. |
Routine Business |
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WVDE
Personnel Matters - (Information) |
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Steven L. Paine |
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2. |
Waivers of State
Board of Education Policies and Regulations, Superintendent's Interpretations
and State Statutes and Legislative Rules - (Action) |
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Karen Larry |
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Eleven requests for waivers to adopt Mathematics
instructional materials not on the current multiple list, Policy 2445.40, Groupings for
Early Childhood Education, Middle Childhood Education, and Adolescent
Education, have been received and reviewed by WVDE staff. Cabell County is requesting to adopt Mathematics materials for grades K-5 as
published by Curriculum Associates. Calhoun County is requesting to adopt
Mathematics materials for grades K-5 published by Curriculum Associates. Jackson
County is requesting to adopt Mathematics materials for grades K-8
published by Curriculum Associates. Marion County is requesting to adopt
Mathematics materials for Trig/PreCalculus as published by McGraw-Hill. Pocahontas
County (three waivers) is requesting to adopt Mathematics materials for
Math I, II, and III published by Mathematics Vision Project. Monongalia
County is requesting to adopt Mathematics materials for grades K-5
published by Curriculum Associates. Tyler
County is requesting to adopt Mathematics materials for grades K-5 as
published by Curriculum Associates. Wood County (two waivers) is
requesting to adopt Mathematics materials for grades K-5 and 6-8 as published
by Curriculum Associates. |
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The WVDE recommends that the eleven waiver
requests be approved. |
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Employment of
Substitute Teachers in Areas of Critical Need and Shortage - (Action) |
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Heather Hutchens |
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Pursuant to W. Va. Code §18A-2-3, Boone, Fayette,
Gilmer, Lincoln, Logan, Mineral, Monongalia, Raleigh, Upshur, and Wetzel
County Schools have submitted a policy for the WVBE’s approval. |
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It is recommended that the Employment of Substitute
Teachers in Areas of Critical Need and Shortage policies for Boone,
Fayette, Gilmer, Lincoln, Logan, Mineral, Monongalia, Raleigh, Upshur, and
Wetzel County Schools be approved. |
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4. |
Amendment/Facility
Improvement - Calhoun County Board of Education Comprehensive Educational
Facilities Plan (CEFP) - (Action) |
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Terry Harless |
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The Calhoun County Board of Education requests an amendment
to its 2010-2020 CEFP to include “man traps” at Pleasant Hill Elementary
School and Calhoun County Middle/High School, and a visitor management system
for the county’s three schools. This
amendment addresses the School Building Authority's policy regarding safe
schools and will allow the educational programs to be conducted in a safer
environment. |
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Based upon the information provided, the WVDE
recommends that the amendment be approved. |
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Amendment/Facility
Improvement - Mineral County Board of Education Comprehensive Educational
Facilities Plan (CEFP) - (Action) |
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Terry Harless |
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The Mineral County Board of Education requests an amendment
to its 2010-2020 CEFP to include the addition of modular classroom at Wiley
Ford Primary School. This is due to
increased enrollment/overcrowding until at which time Mineral County can
secure funds to construct a new elementary school in the Frankfort area. This classroom addition at the school will
allow the students to continue the learning environment until the new school
is constructed. |
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Based upon the information provided, the WVDE
recommends that the amendment be approved. |
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West Virginia Educator Preparation
Program Review Board (EPPRB) Recommendation - Concord University Teacher-in-Residence
Program with Wyoming County - (Action) |
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Michele Blatt |
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In June 2018 the EPPRB members agreed on a recommendation of
approval to the WVBE of Concord University Teacher-in-Residence Program with
Wyoming County. Policy 5100 provides
guidelines and procedures for the approval of new and continuing educator
preparation programs of study leading to licensure in West Virginia and also
for Teacher-in-Residence Agreements with West Virginia school districts.
Policy 5100 supports the intended collaborative process to improve educator
preparation programs and potential educators by incorporating program
guidelines based on research and best practices. Support of continuous
improvement and clear and consistent guidelines to West Virginia educator
preparation programs will produce more effective educators in West Virginia
schools, resulting in increased student learning in the classroom. |
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The
WVDE recommends that the WVBE accept
the EPPRB’s recommendation for approval of Concord University’s
Teacher-in-Resident program with Wyoming County. |
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7. |
Appointments to the West
Virginia Commission for Professional Teaching Standards (WVCPTS) - (Action) |
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Michele Blatt |
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The mission of the WVCPTS is to ensure that every student is
served by competent educators who meet rigorous preparation and licensure
standards. The WVCPTS makes
recommendations of standards and practices for the development and approval
of preparation programs, licensures and continuing development of educational
personnel. The current vacancies scheduled to be filled are: one high school
teacher from career and technical education from Congressional District 1; an
elementary school teacher from Congressional District 2; and a layperson. |
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The WVDE recommends that Matthew Smith, high school teacher from career and technical education, Congressional District 1; Sarah Duncan, elementary school teacher, Congressional District 2; and, Stan Miller, layperson, be appointed to the WVCPTS. |
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New
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A. |
West Virginia Secondary School Activities
Commission (WVSSAC), Series 1, Constitution,
Series 2, Athletics, Provisions Governing Eligibility, Series 3, Provisions
Governing Contests, and Series 5, Band Activities - (Action) |
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Bernie
Dolan, Executive Director, WVSSAC |
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WVSSAC Series 1, 2, 3,
and 5 have completed the comment period and are recommended for
approval. Comments received during the
comment period resulted in no change to the rules. |
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Motion(s) may be considered regarding WVSSAC Series 1, Constitution, Series 2, Athletics, Provisions Governing Eligibility,
Series 3, Provisions Governing Contests, and Series 5, Band
Activities. |
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Policy 3232, Establishment
Procedures and Operating Policy for Multi‑County Career and Technical
Education Centers - (Action) |
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Kathy D'Antoni |
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Policy 3232 is being updated
to reflect current workforce trends and requirements. These updates will more clearly define
director and council roles. |
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The WVDE recommends
that Policy 3232 be placed on public comment for 30 days. |
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Motion(s) may be
considered regarding Policy 3232. |
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Policy 4334, West
Virginia Policy and Manual for the Minimum Requirements for Design and
Equipment of School Buses - (Action) |
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Terry Harless |
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Policy 4334 sets
guidelines for the design and equipment of school buses. As manufacturers improve the performance
and integrity of their products, Policy 4334 is amended to require new and improved
equipment on school buses for the safety of students being transported. |
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The WVDE recommends
that Policy 4334 be placed on public comment for 30 days. |
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Motion(s) may be
considered regarding Policy 4334. |
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Policy 2520.8, West Virginia Driver Education
Standards - (Action) |
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Jan Barth |
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Policy 2520.8, formerly
Next Generation Driver Education Content
Standards and Objectives for West Virginia Schools, has been reformatted
to allow teachers and parents to better guide and monitor progress in
driver's education. This policy
requires students to apply the appropriate knowledge and skills needed to safely
navigate a motor vehicle. Additionally
the policy addresses safety concerns for passengers and pedestrians as well
as the driver. |
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The WVDE recommends
that Policy 2520.8 be placed on public comment for 30 days. |
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Motion(s) may be
considered regarding Policy 2520.8. |
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Policy 5500, Professional Learning for West
Virginia Educators - (Action) |
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Jan Barth |
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Policy 5500 is
recommended for repeal and replacement.
This policy sets forth the WVBE’s professional learning system for all
West Virginia educators. Repeal and
replacement of Policy 5500 is necessary largely due to the provisions set
forth in 2018’s HB 4006, which resulted in revisions to W. Va. Code §18-2I-1,
Professional development coordination and delivery; system goals. Also,
references to Regional Education Service Agencies (RESAs) were eliminated
from this policy. Finally, this policy
is now inclusive of requirements set forth in §18-9A-10(a)(4), which focuses
on Step 7d of the Public School Support Plan.
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The WVDE recommends
that Policy 5500 be placed on public comment for 30 days. |
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Motion(s) may be
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Policy 4321.1, Standards for School Nutrition -
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Michele Blatt |
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Policy 4321.1 has been
amended to include the requirements of HB 4478 (W. Va. Code §29A-3B-1 et
seq.) that the WVBE provide guidance to county boards on the management and
distribution of excess school food consistent with local, state, and federal
guidelines. The WVDE shall establish directives and guidelines for the
management and distribution of excess school food. |
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The WVDE recommends
that Policy 4321.1 be placed on public comment for 30 days. |
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Motion(s) may be
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Annual Appointment of WVBE Statutory
Units/Liaisons - (Action) |
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David G. Perry |
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A motion is requested
to reappoint Debra K. Sullivan to the Educational Broadcasting
Authority. |
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A motion is requested
to reappoint James S. Wilson to the West Virginia Secondary School
Activities Commission Board of Directors. |
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WVBE Personnel Matters Inclusive of Evaluation of
WVBE Secretary - (Action) |
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David G. Perry |
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[WVBE personnel matters may involve an Executive
Session as provided in W. Va. Code §6-9A-4(b)(2)(A) [personnel
exception] and/or §6-9A-4 [matters involving attorney‑client privilege
per Peters v. County Commission,
205 W. Va. 481 (1999)]. The Board
majority must vote to have an Executive Session. (No
action will be taken in Executive Session.)] |
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It is recommended and a motion is requested to approve WVBE personnel matters found in
the attachment. |
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X. |
Superintendent
Report - (Information) |
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Math for
Life - (Information) |
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Jan Barth |
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The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE)
is pleased to present the five-year West Virginia Math for Life Campaign:
Pre-K-Grade12 for improvements in Mathematics Achievement. There is much
planning, development and implementation of our plan. However, WVDE, LEAs, and collaborative
partners are committed to improving mathematics achievement for all students.
We will be providing updates about the state’s Math for Life Campaign - a
true Pre-K-Grade 12 campaign for mathematics achievement - as we strive to
close the mathematics achievement gap. |
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XII. |
WVBE Member
Updates - (Information) |
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XIII. |
Items for
Future Meetings - (Information) |
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David G. Perry |
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XIV. |
Future
Meetings - (Information/Action) |
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David G. Perry |
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A motion is requested to approve the meeting schedule found in the attachment for September 2018
through August 2019. |
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The next regular meeting of the WVBE will be held
September 12, 2018, in Charleston, West Virginia. The meeting will continue
on September 13, 2018, if the agenda is not completed on September 12, 2018. |
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XV. |
Adjournment - (Action) |
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