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Officials say WVDE will seek update on rumored Title funding cuts
Summary
A Jefferson County questioner raised concerns that federal Title II, III or IV funds might be cut; WVDE staff confirmed a follow-up meeting with federal programs staff and Superintendent Blatt the next day to clarify funding status.
During the Q&A, a Jefferson County questioner asked whether federal Title II, III or IV funds had been reduced, noting the county's high percentage of English learners and asking how the state might help if funds are lost. WVDE staff did not confirm cuts but said federal-programs staff and state leaders were meeting the next day to review the latest information.
"We actually have a meeting tomorrow...Doctor Ebersole has been boots on the ground in communication with federal program staff," a WVDE staff member said, and officials said they would provide updates after that meeting with Superintendent Blatt. Kelly told the county he would relay any information the department receives.
WVDE did not provide immediate confirmation of funding changes during the session and recommended county officials await the federal-programs update. The department offered to report back to the district once that follow-up meeting concludes.
