• acknowledge students' academic growth as an indicator of school success. 
• begin a shift towards use of multiple measures instead of relying only on SOL pass rates.
• seek incentives that focus attention on continuous improvement in every school, regardless of student performance levels.
• recognize the need for a more balanced assessment system by allowing certain verified credits based on performance assessment.
• create a Profile of a Virginia Graduate that aligns with the skill sets young people need for success in the current century.

The proposed system is not perfect, but it is an important step in the right direction. This summer the Board is inviting feedback from stakeholders before taking final action in the fall. VASCD's accreditation infographic provides a brief overview of the proposed indicators. The Board's Public Hearing handout provides a more detailed description, and the full text of the proposed Standards is here. We hope you will stay informed, provide feedback, and raise questions to help guide the Board's continuing work. Find the schedule of public hearings here.

Members of VASCD's Policy Updates list will receive regular updates as this work continues through the summer and fall. To be added to that mailing list, reply to this email with your request.