Virtual Virginia Literacy Plan
Virtual Virginia has selected VDOE-approved, high-quality core instructional materials for implementation in the K–5 Core Instructional Program, along with supplemental and intervention resources for Grades 6–8, beginning in the 2025–2026 school year.
Below is VVA’s Virginia Literacy Act (VLA) implementation timeline:
- February 2025: Review VVA Literacy Plan vision statement
- April–May 2025: Formation of secondary Literacy Plan team; review of secondary supplemental and intervention materials.
- May 2025: Review of K–5 High-Quality Instructional Materials; selection of secondary supplemental and intervention materials
- June 2025: Finalize VVA Literacy Plan
- June–August 2025: Teacher and administrator training
- August 2025—June 2026: Implementation of VVA Literacy Biennial Plan Year 1
- December 2025: Review mid-year data from Year 1; refine Biennial Plan as needed for Year 1
- June–July 2026: Review data from Year 1; refine Biennial Plan for Year 2
- August 2026—June 2027: Implementation of VVA Literacy Biennial Plan Year 2
- December 2026: Review mid-year data from Year 2; refine Biennial Plan as needed for Year 2
- June–July 2027: Review data from Year 2; finalize Biennial Plan for 2027–2029
VVA developed a literacy plan that ensures the use of an evidence-based literacy curriculum and provides professional development to support VVA teachers, administrators, and staff.
Vision
Virtual Virginia students will have equitable opportunities to develop productive literacy skills and effectively communicate their ideas and knowledge through a variety of modalities.
Priorities and Goals
- Implement high-quality instructional materials rooted in science-based reading research and best practices for evidence-based literacy instruction.
- Ensure equitable access to learning and targeted instructional support as needed.
- Provide students with consistent opportunities to build their vocabulary and knowledge using complex texts on a wide variety of topics.
- Consistently engage students in using evidence to understand complex texts and discuss meaning.
Resources for Families
Resources for families are available via the University of Virginia.