This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to establish a mandatory half day for students once a month during the school year, specifically designated for school staff to engage in instructional planning. The bill emphasizes that this time is strictly for in-class planning and cannot be utilized for administrative meetings or training sessions. The intent is to provide teachers with dedicated time for individual or team planning, thereby enhancing the instructional quality provided to students.

Additionally, the bill includes various amendments to existing provisions regarding the school calendar, instructional days, and non-instructional days. Notable changes include the adjustment of definitions and requirements related to instructional time, cocurricular activities, and the scheduling of public meetings for calendar formulation. The bill also clarifies that the state board will promulgate rules to implement these changes, ensuring compliance with the new mandates.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-5-45