This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to establish a specific timeframe for the educational instructional term for students. It mandates that the school year shall begin no earlier than the Tuesday after Labor Day and conclude no later than the Friday before Memorial Day, starting from the school year 2025-2026. This change aims to provide a consistent schedule for the academic year, aligning with traditional holiday periods and potentially benefiting families and educators.

In addition to the new scheduling requirements, the bill retains existing provisions regarding the definition of instructional days, the minimum number of instructional days required, and the structure of the school calendar. It emphasizes the importance of instructional time and includes provisions for handling school closures due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances. The county boards are also required to develop policies to recover lost instructional time, ensuring that the educational needs of students are met throughout the school year.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-5-45