HB4428 SFA Jeffries 3-8 #1

Baker 7816

Senator Jeffries moved to amend the bill on page one, after the enacting clause, by inserting the following:

§18-33-1. Establishing the Governor’s Workforce Credential.

The Governor’s Workforce Credential is an initiative aimed at preparing students to enter the workforce with industry ready skills and abilities to meet business and industry expectations. It also creates a way for employers to identify potential employees who are prepared to enter the workforce and understand the industry accepted expectations of such employees. The credential honors those students who are able to meet or exceed rigid requirements within their Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.

§18-33-2. Requirements.

In order to receive the Governor’s Workforce Credential, a graduating senior shall:

(1) Obtain a grade of “B” or better in the four required state-approved CTE Program of study courses;

(2) Accomplish a minimum score of 95 percent on the CTE portfolio;

(3) Attain a verified school attendance rate of 95 percent or higher during senior year;

(4) Score at an elite level of 70 or higher on the industry-recognized audit;

(5) Earn an industry certification that coincides with a state-approved CTE Program of Study in accordance with the West Virginia Board of Education Policy 2520 13; and

(6) Pass a minimum of two documented drug screenings.

§18-33-3. Recognition for recipients of credential upon graduation.

Any student who fulfills the requirements of the Governor’s Workforce Credential and has also met their graduation requirements will receive individual recognition at their high school graduation ceremony.

Adopted

Rejected