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RIPLEY, W.Va. (WV News) -- The Jackson County Board of Education uses a consent agenda format. This means that several items are grouped for voting. Members are given the option

RIPLEY, W.Va. (WV News) -- This past Thursday, the Jackson County Board of Education meeting was mainly filled with recognitions, positive updates and a generous donation.

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The Yelm Community Elementary Schools are setting the example for participation in “The Great Kindness Challenge.” It’s happening across the country and world, and Yelm elementary students are going all in. The challenge is for each person to perform 50 kinds acts over 5 days. It’s meant to practice kindness habits and see the many ways these interactions extend far beyond the school and into the community, as well as into the future.

Kara Vance, a physical education teacher for both Alum Creek Elementary and Kenna Elementary in Kanawha County, earned West Virginia Public Broadcasting's Above and Beyond Award for October, which recognizes excellence and creativity of Mountain State teachers.

RIPLEY, W.Va. (WV News) — The highlight of the Jackson County Board of Education meeting on Tuesday was the launch of an innovative opportunity for teachers to advance their education.

More than 3,000 students from across West Virginia participated in the contest.

State Treasurer Riley Moore announced that 15 regional student winners and statewide teacher winner of 2023′s SMART529 “When I Grown Up” essay contest.

Jackson County voters passed the first school levy in 1968 and set a precedent that has been followed in the years since. The option to renew it will be on the primary election ballot.

A few raindrops did not dampen the spirits of those attending the animal shelter groundbreaking ceremony at the Jackson County Fairgrounds on April 6.