Every board member shall take the oath prescribed by section 5, article IV of the Constitution, before performing any of the duties of his office. The oath shall be filed with the secretary of the board.

Terms Used In West Virginia Code 18-5-3

  • board: means a county board of education. See West Virginia Code 18-1-1
  • oath: shall be deemed to include an affirmation and the word "swear" or "sworn" to be complied with if the person referred to make solemn affirmation. See West Virginia Code 2-2-7
  • Oath: A promise to tell the truth.