West Virginia State Treasurer Riley Moore announced significant changes to the Hope Scholarship Act, extending eligibility to all school-aged children for the 2026-2027 school year. Previously, the scholarship funds were only available to students entering kindergarten or already enrolled in public school.
The Hope Scholarship will provide at least $5,000 per student for those pursuing private education or homeschooling throughout West Virginia. Treasurer Moore emphasized that the grant offers educational choice and freedom for families in the state.
“This is a great example of West Virginia leading the way,β Moore stated. “This allows parents and students to really determine what is the best educational path for their student, their child. That might be Christian school, home school, or public school.”
The scholarship is funded by the West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office and is aimed at offering students a broader range of educational opportunities. The changes in the application process stem from the 2024 enrollment figures, which showed that the number of students participating in the Hope Scholarship program was less than 5% of public school enrollments. Out of an anticipated 12,000 students, only 9,000 participated.
“At the end of the day, it is your tax dollars, and I think we need to be talking about the students and what is best for them and their future,β Moore said. βThis provides opportunities for them in their educational paths.”
Moore expects the amount of money allotted for the scholarship to increase in the coming years, partly due to anticipated teacher pay raises.
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