W. Va. Code R. § 126-154-6

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 126-154-6 - The Commission's Relationship with Other Educational Entities

6.1. State Board. - The Commission is entrusted by the State Board with developing and recommending legislation and policies related to the professional preparation, licensure and development of educational personnel that support the mission of the State Board and reflect research and best practices. The Commission shall report to the State Board on its deliberations and recommendations relating to the licensure and practice of professional educators. The State Board will report to the Commission its action with regard to any recommendation made by the Commission.

6.2. Higher Education Governing Authorities and Institutions of Higher Education. - The Commission shall maintain an integral relationship with the public and private higher education institutions and the governing boards of public higher education and shall collaborate with higher education in developing procedures and criteria for program review and time lines that are consistent with W. Va. 126CSR114, State Board Policy 5100, Approval of Educational Personnel Preparation Programs.

6.3. West Virginia Department of Education (hereinafter stated as Department). - The Commission shall maintain ongoing communication, collaboration and consultation with the State Superintendent of Schools and his/her staff regarding the Commission's recommendations for preparation, licensure and professional development of education personnel and the State Board's mission and goals for public school students. The Department shall, in consultation with the Commission, include in its annual budget request to the West Virginia Legislature a request for a separate line item for sufficient funds to enable the Commission to accomplish its mission and goals. The State Board shall appoint a Department liaison to support and facilitate the overall fulfillment of the Commission's mission and goals.

6.4. Profession-at-Large. - The Commission shall serve as a communication link with members of the education profession and shall inform the profession on the structure and operations of the Commission and its impending projects. Additionally, the Commission is responsible for informing the profession about anticipated changes in the professional development continuum and soliciting input and participation as a routine function in the development of proposed legislation and policies recommended for adoption and implementation.

W. Va. Code R. § 126-154-6