Improving Student Learning: Looking Beyond the Traditional School Model

From teachers’ strikes to new legislation, education has been a hot topic in West Virginia for the last few years. With a high school graduation rate of 90.2 percent for 2017-2018, West Virginia currently ranks above the national average, according to the West Virginia Department of Education. However, in rural communities where funding is sparse, the school systems tend to suffer, which trickles down and affects the students’ retention and education experiences.

The Education Collaboration: Connecting the Pieces for Prosperity

Education is like a giant jigsaw puzzle. The varying sizes and shapes of the pieces represent the tools and resources available to teachers and students. When those pieces are worked together, the result is a well-rounded education system in which all students are prepared for success by addressing the challenges.

Youth Transition Project: Addressing Foster Care’s Aging-Out Issue

There is a movement taking place in Lavalette, WV— a movement to end the cycle of homelessness, addiction, poverty, incarceration and hopelessness of youth who age out of the foster care system in the Mountain State.

The Great Debate: Charter Schools in West Virginia

Over the past two years, charter schools have been among a handful of hot-button topics in the heated discussion on how to reform education in West Virginia. While both sides of the aisle agree a quality education system is vital to a thriving economy, there is much debate on what changes need to be made to get there.

Building a Better Economy in Harrison County

Harrison County, WV, has everything required for building a strong economy—diverse industry, a high-quality educational system and growing communities.

The Young Guns Class of 2020

At its inception, West Virginia Executive (WVE) magazine established an honors program to recognize young leaders who drive the success of the Mountain State. The title of Young Gun is coveted across the state and has inspired thousands of nominations over the course of its history.