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Board approves 6–8 literacy intervention programs and expands approved K–12 math textbooks
Summary
The board approved a recommended list of intervention and supplemental instructional programs for grades 6–8 (to comply with the Virginia Literacy Act) and an expanded set of state-approved K–12 math textbooks after a year-long review process; members emphasized choice and classroom flexibility.
The Virginia Board of Education approved department recommendations on two instructional-materials items: final approval of intervention and supplemental literacy programs for grades 6–8 (to meet Virginia Literacy Act requirements) and final approval of additional state-approved K–12 mathematics textbooks and instructional materials.
Grades 6–8 literacy programs: Department staff said this is the first time Virginia has had a formal list of 6–8 intervention and supplemental programs recommended to meet the Virginia Literacy Act (VLA). Anne Eaton of the Virginia Literacy Partnerships, acknowledged as a lead for the…
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