The proposed bill aims to establish the Mobile Career and Technical Education Classroom Program within the West Virginia Department of Education, addressing the lack of access to career training and specialized educational facilities in rural and coalfield counties. The bill recognizes the challenges posed by geography, transportation barriers, and limited resources, and seeks to provide a solution through mobile classrooms that can deliver career and technical education, arts instruction, and other specialized programs.

Under this program, funds can be allocated for the purchase and conversion of vehicles into mobile classrooms, as well as for the necessary equipment and modifications to ensure safe and effective operation. The bill specifies that funds cannot be used for standard pupil transportation buses that are not converted for educational purposes. Additionally, it encourages collaborative applications from counties or municipalities working with various public agencies to enhance the program's reach and effectiveness.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-5-55