SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 61

(By Senators Sypolt, Stollings, Plymale, Williams, Cline and Unger)

[Introduced March 3, 2016]

Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance conduct a study on the best methods to enhance communication between teachers, parents and students to promote student success.

Whereas, The success of youth in grades prekindergarten through twelve is vital to their success as adults and to the future of our state; and

Whereas, Efficient and ongoing communication between teachers, parents and students is crucial to that success; and

Whereas, Internet technology and software resources may enhance communication in and among teachers, parents and students; therefore, be it

Resolved by the Legislature of West Virginia:

That the Joint Committee on Government and Finance is hereby requested to study the best methods to enhance communication between teachers, parents and students to promote student success; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Joint Committee on Government and Finance report to the regular session of the Legislature, 2017, on its findings, conclusions and recommendations, together with drafts of any legislation necessary to effectuate its recommendations; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the expenses necessary to conduct this study, prepare a report and draft necessary legislation be paid from legislative appropriations to the Joint Committee on Government and Finance.