Virginia Department of Education - VDOE

09/11/2026

09/11/2026

Today we remember the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and commemorate Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance. This is a day to reflect on and honor those who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001 attacks, including more than 70 Virginians.

School divisions across the commonwealth are encouraged to take time for reflection by displaying the Freedom Flag, the official 9/11 flag of remembrance in Virginia, discussing the events of the day with their students, and supporting colleagues and communities as we remember.

09/10/2026

Check out this week's edition of the Virginia Education Update.
Edition: 2026-35: https://ow.ly/wCw450ZMlSY

09/10/2026

Virginia Department of Education Announces Recipients of the 2026-2027 School Security Equipment Grant

Read more: https://ow.ly/c6o250ZM6hi

09/10/2026

Good News: Charlottesville City Schools during the 2025-26 year, created a more equitable pathway for its bilingual students whose first language is not English to also earn the distinguished Seal on their diplomas.

Read more:

Charlottesville High School expands Seal of Biliteracy pathways so multilingual seniors, including speakers of Dari, Pashto, Arabic, and Swahili, can earn the honor.

09/10/2026

September is National Literacy Month!

Virginia celebrates literacy every day!

The Virginia Literacy Act provides students, teachers and families with resources and technical assistance to support literacy development. Virginia schools are leading efforts to address gaps in literacy by using high-quality, evidence-based literacy materials and providing interventions for students in K-8 who demonstrate a need for more support.

09/09/2026

09/09/2026

09/08/2026

We are and excited to start a rewarding school year! 🎒📚✏️

Let's inspire curiosity, critical thinking and a lifelong love of learning. When students feel challenged, encouraged and valued, they develop the skills that prepare them for success in school and beyond.

09/08/2026