The bill amends West Virginia Code 18A-2-5 to eliminate the requirement for cooks and custodians employed by county boards of education to possess a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate (GED) as a condition of employment. Previously, the law mandated that individuals in these positions must have obtained a high school diploma or GED or be enrolled in an approved adult education course aimed at obtaining a GED by their employment date. This requirement is now removed specifically for cooks and custodians, allowing for greater flexibility in hiring for these roles.

The bill maintains other existing provisions regarding the employment of service personnel, including the stipulation that service personnel must execute a written contract with the board before starting their duties. It also retains the requirement for service personnel to be employed in accordance with the board's regulations and policies, and it outlines the conditions under which contracts may be terminated or modified. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the hiring process for certain service personnel within the educational system by removing educational barriers.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18A-2-5
Committee Substitute: 18A-2-5
Engrossed Committee Substitute: 18A-2-5
Enrolled Committee Substitute: 18A-2-5