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September 4, 2025

The Future of Education in Appalachia: What’s Working, What’s Broken?

WCHS – West Virginia faces persistent teacher shortages, broadband access, ongoing learning loss and debates over school choice. Communities are grappling with how best to educate the next generation.

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Eyewitness News’ Town Hall “The Future of Education in Appalachia: What’s Working, What’s Broken?” explores the challenges and innovations shaping Appalachian classrooms and asks: what must change to give our kids a fighting chance?

Hosted by Eyewitness News anchor Gina Marini the town hall features input from a panel including Dale Lee, WV Education Association co-President; Tamaya Browder, K-12 Education Researcher for WV Center on Budget and Policy; Larry Moore, Capital High School Assistant Principal; Missy Ruddle, Kanawha County Schools Deputy Superintendent; William Hosaflook, Jackson County Schools Superintendent and WV Association of School Administrators President; and WV State Treasurer Larry Pack.

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