Senate 31

SENATE RESOLUTION 31

(By Senators Rucker, Grady, Taylor, and Roberts)

[Introduced February 9, 2026]

Designating February 10, 2026, as Homeschool Day at the Legislature.

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 homeschooling; and

Whereas, Homeschooled 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 score above the national average on SAT and ACT tests; and

Whereas, Homeschooled students have 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 10, 2026, as Homeschool Day at the Legislature; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Senate recognizes students, teachers, and families involved with home schooling 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.