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West Virginia ranks 14th among 38 U.S. states for teacher shortages

As of 2025, West Virginia reported 1,000 teacher vacancies, equating to 39 vacancies per 10,000 students, positioning it 14th among 38 U.S. states facing teacher shortages, according to the World Population Review.

By Mountain State Times | Apr 10, 2025

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West Virginia ranks 40 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

West Virginia ranks 40 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $40,339 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

By Mountain State Times | Apr 2, 2025

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Average cost of college went up for students in West Virginia in 2022-23 school year

By Mountain State Times | Oct 15, 2024

College tuition fees rose 2.8% in West Virginia in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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West Virginia ranks no. 8 in 2024 Parent Power index, empowering families in education choices

By Mountain State Times | Jun 3, 2024

In the Center for Education Reform's 2024 Parent Power Index, West Virginia secured the eight position, with an Overall Parent Power Index Score of 82%.

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Analysis: West Virginia among the 11 states with education savings accounts

By Mountain State Times reports | Apr 28, 2023

As Florida becomes the latest state to create an education savings account (ESA) program, an analysis by the Mountain State Times shows that West Virginia is one of 11 states that has such a program.

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Hampshire County Schools hosts Board of Education Meeting - Special Meeting (Work Session & Student Hearings) on April 13

By Mountain State Times reports | Apr 1, 2023

Board of Education Meeting - Special Meeting (Work Session & Student Hearings) on April 13

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Hampshire County Schools hosts Outside School Environment Day - No School Unless Needed for Make-Up Day on April 4

By Mountain State Times reports | Mar 31, 2023

Outside School Environment Day - No School Unless Needed for Make-Up Day on April 4

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Hampshire County Schools hosts Outside School Environment Day - No School Unless Needed for Make-Up Day on April 3

By Mountain State Times reports | Mar 30, 2023

Outside School Environment Day - No School Unless Needed for Make-Up Day on April 3

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Health Dept. to Offer Required Vaccinations to Upcoming 7th & 12th Graders

By Mountain State Times reports | Mar 15, 2023

The Hampshire County Health Department will be visiting Romney Middle School, Capon Bridge Middle School and Hampshire High School on March 9th and April 17th to administer vaccines for students going into 7th and 12th grades for Fall 2023.

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APUS Prioritizes Students’ Mental Health and Wellness with Free Access to TalkCampus App

By Mountain State Times reports | Mar 15, 2023

All active students at American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU) can now access an online peer-support network for their mental health needs and well-being, thanks to a new partnership with TalkCampus.

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New Clubs will start after spring break.

By Mountain State Times reports | Mar 15, 2023

New Clubs will start after spring break.

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AB College of Business to receive $200,000 grant

By Mountain State Times reports | Mar 15, 2023

The Alderson Broaddus University College of Business has been awarded $200,000 in grant funds through the partnership with the Appalachian College Association (ACA) and the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE).

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WVU lab’s game-changing high-performance semiconductor material could help slash heat emissions

By Mountain State Times reports | Mar 15, 2023

Researchers at West Virginia University have engineered a material with the potential to dramatically cut the amount of heat power plants release into the atmosphere.