Virginia SOL Tests Get Major Overhaul | Washington DC News

Virginia’s education department is set to overhaul its decades-old SOL testing system, a $30 million annual operation plagued by delays, tech issues, and frequent changes. After years of pressure from educators and families, lawmakers have pushed for modernization, and now the state is issuing a major RFP to vendors to design and run the next generation of assessments — due to launch in 2027-2028. The new tests will prioritize accessibility, critical thinking, and alignment with higher academic standards, with built-in support for English learners and students with disabilities. Bids are due by mid-September, and final costs remain uncertain, depending on student retake needs and content scope. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance: http://coaching.garrettwaller.com Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/58e6e7d8eb526f02