Before this would happen, schools would receive an accredited with warning notice. Schools with this accreditation status must have a corrective action plan signed by the principal and superintendent, approved by the local School Board, and submitted to the Virginia Board of Education for approval. All Virginia schools were provisionally accredited in 1998-1999. The following rating apply thereafter. No school can lose its accreditation until school year 2006-2007.
Parental involvement is key to the academic success of students.
Parents can help by taking an interest in what your child is learning, setting aside time without distractions for homework, and communicating with teachers regularly, especially if there are questions or concerns. Supporting the efforts of every teacher is paramount for continuous student achievement. With parents and teachers working together, all students will have the opportunity to learn the specific skills and knowledge to prepare them for the future. The purpose of the SOL tests is not to put up barriers to student progress, but to ensure that all our students have the knowledge and skills to prepare them for the future. In high school, the tests will eventually become graduation requirements for the class of 2004.