Welcome to AFT-WV's new Educational Issues and Professional Resource page!
Here you will find the latest news on state board policy revisions, federal regulations, No Child Left Behind and other topics of interest to educators.
NEW FOR FALL 2008! SAFE SCHOOLS UPDATE!
Workshops and information available regarding new Safe Schools legislation is now avaialble.
AFT-WV representatives will come to your faculty senate, local school improvement council or other meeting to present an overview of the changes to the Safe Schools Act. To schedule a presentation, call 1-800-222-9838.
Additionally, the information below explains the changes to the law and how it affects school employees and students.
Discipline Without Delay- powerpoint show (click to view)
Discpline Without Delay- printable info card, 3 to a page)
There has been a few outbreaks in WV schools of the antibiotic strain of staph infection, referred to as MRSA. Below are three fact sheets, provided by Darryl Alexander, Program Director of the AFT's Heath and Safety Department in Washington, DC to help school employees learn the facts about this health risk.
FACT Sheet 1: MRSA in Schools
FACT Sheet 2: MRSA and Athletics
FACT Sheet 3: MRSA Informational Flyer
WVDE POLICIES:
Policy 2419 - Passed: Read the new policy
