Bill > HB5679

This bill modifies existing West Virginia law regarding county school boards and their employees, as well as attendance policies. Specifically, it changes the employment terms for certain school personnel, such as assistant superintendents and directors, stating their employment is now at the "will and pleasure" of the county board, replacing the previous "discretion" clause, and requires professional educators employed under these provisions, including supervisors and central office administrators, to substitute teach for at least three instructional days each school year, with exceptions for the superintendent and those without teaching or administrative certificates. Additionally, the bill clarifies excused absences by expanding the types of student organization activities that qualify, and it mandates that county attendance directors and their assistants substitute teach three days per month when a substitute is unavailable. Finally, it introduces a provision for county boards of education to offer incentives for sharing treasurers with other counties, aiming to improve financial efficiency.

Education

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