History made as First West Virginian to Win National Changemaker Award

History made as First West Virginian to Win National Changemaker Award

West Virginia Virtual Academy (WVVA) proudly announces Cheryl Stahle, MEd, as a 2024 Changemaker Award honoree by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools. Stahle is the first West Virginian to receive this esteemed accolade.

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Meet 7 Changemakers Who Are Raising Their Voices for Public Education

During National Charter Schools Week 2024, the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools celebrated the impact of charter schools and honored seven Charter School Changemakers, including parents, educators, and a student. Cheryl Stahle, academic administrator at West Virginia Virtual Academy (WVVA), was recognized for her dedication to empowering students and advocating for their success. Cheryl emphasized her commitment to showing children the unlimited possibilities that come from embracing the unknown and shaping their own destinies.

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How Parents Can Prevent Isolation and Loneliness During Summer Break

As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s critical that we remember these statistics are more than just numbers—they represent the lives of real children. And this issue is even more pressing when you consider that summer break is approaching, which means many of these students are at risk of losing the vital support provided by schools during this time. That is why summer school programs are key to addressing this challenge.

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WVVA Executive Director Doug Cipoletti releases the first episode of his new podcast, The Digital Bridge

In this episode, Doug Cipoletti talks about the formation of West Virginia's first online public charter school with Greg Clutter.

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West Virginia Virtual Academy Now Enrolling for the 2024-2025 School Year for Grades K Through 12

CHARLESTON, W.V.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– West Virginia Virtual Academy (WVVA), a full-time online public charter school serving K-12 students […]

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Becoming a High-Value Employee in the Age of AI

Are certain jobs and industries becoming obsolete with the onslaught of artificial intelligence (AI) and job automation? Yes, but studies show that what AI is not replacing are jobs that require soft skills—or innately human skills.

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Charter schools gain enrollment, particularly in virtual formats

The West Virginia Professional Charter Schools Board described significant enrollment growth, although much of it has taken place in virtual formats.

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Virtual education remains strong option for West Virginia students after pandemic

After the pandemic, some families have decided virtual schooling is what is best for their children.

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West Virginia Virtual Academy on WSAZ news

Doug Cipoletti, West Virginia Virtual Academy Head of School met with WSAZ News Channel 3 to discuss how online school is accessible to students across the state.

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