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WV HB4136
Bill
Status
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Elliott Pritt
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AI Summary
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Certified teachers reviewing homeschool student portfolios must complete in-person training sponsored by the county or state board of education on identifying student growth and proper portfolio reporting
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Only teachers certified in core content areas (English, math, and science) may conduct portfolio reviews of homeschool students' work
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Teachers must also hold certification to teach within the corresponding age group of the student whose portfolio they are reviewing
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The bill amends West Virginia Code §18-8-1 relating to compulsory school attendance exemptions for home-instructed children
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Introduced January 14, 2026, by Delegate Pritt and referred to the House Committee on Education
Legislative Description
To require the Department of Education to alter who can certify homeschool portfolios or review them
Education (K12)
Last Action
To House Educational Choice
1/19/2026