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April 2, 2025

Local School District Reacts to Potential Closure of Federal Department of Education

WTRF – A recent executive order signed by The Trump Administration to dismantle the Department of Education is causing some concern about how public schools will receive federal funding.

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According to the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy, federal funding brings more than $350 million annually into West Virginia’s 55 county school districts.  

The Center also says this money makes up a large portion of a school district’s budget and is crucial for them to provide resources for students with Individualized Education Plans, students with special needs, and more.  

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