Charleston, WV (WOAY) – West Virginia Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt has appointed a new leadership to serve in four counties currently under West Virginia Board of Education (WVBE) control.
According to a media release from the West Virginia Department of Education, Superintendent Blatt has appointed Scott Cochran as the Nicholas County Superintendent of Schools.
Cochran has held that position in Doddridge County since 2024 and previously led Webster County Schools for nine years.
Superintendent Cochran holds a bachelor’s degree from Glenville State University, a master’s degree from West Virginia University and a master’s degree from Salem University.
The State Board of Education took control of Nicholas County schools earlier this month. As a part of the State takeover the superintendent and assistant of Nichols County were removed from their positions.
Superintendent Blatt has appointed Dr. Joetta S. Basile to lead Mingo County Schools.
Dr. Basile has served as the Monroe County Superintendent of Schools for the past 13 years. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Concord University, two master’s degrees from Marshall University and a doctorate degree from Liberty University.
“These appointments are important as our counties prepare for the upcoming school year,” said Superintendent Blatt. “The superintendents will begin to immediately address the issues identified in the counties to ensure student learning and well-being remain the central focus of our school systems. We look forward to working closely with county leadership to address the needs of our students, educators and staff.”
