Virginia closes literacy gaps by extending reading support to 8th grade
More than 40 US states have introduced literacy laws in recent years, but most focus on younger pupils in primary school. Now, Virginia has expanded its approach to cover students up to 8th grade. The move comes as advocates highlight gaps in reading support for older children who continue to struggle.
Virginia's updated literacy law now extends key measures through middle school. Schools must conduct screening assessments, create individual reading plans, and provide teacher training for grades 4 to 8. Previously, such requirements largely applied only to younger students.
Virginia's changes aim to address long-standing gaps in literacy support for older students. The new rules require better screening, targeted plans, and more specialist staff. Without such measures, advocates warn, many pupils risk falling further behind in all areas of their education.
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