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West Virginia lawmakers pass bill to replace 180-day school requirement with 900-hour rule, effective 2027.
The West Virginia Senate has passed a bill to replace the state’s 180-day school requirement with a 900-hour instructional mandate, effective July 1, 2027, giving school districts greater calendar flexibility.
The change allows districts to maintain the traditional schedule or adopt alternative models, including fewer school days with equivalent instructional hours.
Supporters say it promotes innovation and addresses disruptions like snow days, while critics warn it could reduce instructional time by up to 23 days annually, potentially affecting student outcomes and educator retirement eligibility.
The bill now moves to the House of Delegates.
Los legisladores de Virginia Occidental aprueban un proyecto de ley para reemplazar el requisito escolar de 180 días con la regla de 900 horas, vigente desde 2027.