Higher SOL cut scores coming, but not this year, Virginia board says
Eight-member panel approves gradual increase in reading and math benchmarks after months of debate over equity and readiness
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Youngkin’s education board moves to toughen proficiency standards
New math and English cut scores, set to take effect in 2026, mark a push to close Virginia’s “honesty gap” but raise questions about support for teachers and students
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After teachers union’s concerns, Va. education department extends deadline for grading system committees
Virginia Education Association voiced concerns that teachers may be absent from committees but VDOE says 72% of committee applicants are educators
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Tougher academic standards ahead for Virginia students
Youngkin administration aims for NAEP proficiency, but critics question effectiveness
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Virginia’s learning recovery falls short as NAEP scores show mixed results
Despite efforts to close pandemic-era gaps, eighth-grade students slip further behind in math and reading while fourth graders show only slight gains
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