UPDATE: We have extensively looked at the budget, and the only cuts we can find from the state for Pocahontas County is the end of the COVID relief funds. The loss of these funds has been known for a long time, so why the sudden need to let staff go without any public notice or discussion?--Posting from Pocahontas Buzz
Covid funds have been used to support schools in a number of ways, including:
- Safe Reopening:
- Providing resources for schools to safely reopen during the pandemic, such as purchasing PPE, improving ventilation systems, and implementing social distancing measures.
- Learning Recovery: Addressing learning loss caused by school closures and remote learning. This can include funding for tutoring programs, summer school initiatives, and mental health services.
- Technology: Equipping schools with technology for remote learning, such as laptops and tablets for students and professional development for teachers on using online learning tools.
There have also been instances of misspent funds, with some schools being audited for improper purchases or exceeding spending allowances.
Here are some resources for you to learn more:
- How Congressional Funding Means for K-12 Schools FutureEd: https://www.future-ed.org/local-covid-relief-spending/
- West Virginia School Districts Misspent Millions in COVID Relief Money, Audit Shows The 74 Million: https://www.the74million.org/pandemic/
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