W.Va. Gov. Determined to Call Education Session

Charleston, W.Va.

The Legislature can count on returning to the Capitol soon to ensure West Virginia wins funding during the next round of federal "Race to the Top" education grants, Gov. Joe Manchin said Monday.

Two days after lawmakers concluded their 60-day regular session, Manchin said he definitely intends to convene a special session that will also focus on the larger goal of improving schools and student achievement.

The governor also kept up pressure on the state Department of Education to shape the upcoming agenda and address the state's failure earlier this month to become a finalist for the initial...