SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 28

(By Senators Sypolt, Beach, Blair, Boley, Boso, Carmichael, Facemire, Ferns, Gaunch, D. Hall, M. Hall, Karnes, Kessler, Kirkendoll, Laird, Leonhardt, Maynard, Miller, Mullins, Nohe, Palumbo, Plymale, Prezioso, Romano, Stollings, Takubo, Unger, Walters, Williams, Woelfel and Yost)

Designating February 12, 2015, as “West Virginia Home School Day” at the Capitol.

            Whereas, The State of West Virginia is committed to excellence in education; and

            Whereas, The State of West Virginia recognizes that parental involvement and individualized attention to educational success are unique and basic components of home schooling; and

            Whereas, Home-schooled students exhibit self-confidence and good citizenship and are prepared academically to meet the challenges of today’s society; and

            Whereas, Contemporary studies continue to confirm that children who are educated at home score exceptionally well on national achievement tests; and

            Whereas, Home-schooled students have been shown to be competitive with publicly and privately schooled students at the college level; therefore, be it

            Resolved by the Senate:

            That the Senate hereby designates February 12, 2015, as “West Virginia Home School Day” at the Capitol; and, be it

            Further Resolved, That the Senate recognizes students, teachers and families involved with home schooling in West Virginia for their dedication to excellence in education; and, be it

            Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward a copy of this resolution to the West Virginia Home Educators Association and the Christian Home Educators of West Virginia.