Brooklyn, NY (June 29, 2023) 鈥� Amplify, a publisher of next-generation curriculum and assessment programs, announced today that the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has determined that Amplify CKLA meets the requirements of the Virginia Literacy Act (VLA). This approval will encourage schools across Virginia to implement evidence-based literacy instruction in K鈥�3 classrooms.
Amplify CKLA is used by more than 2.7 million 国产麻豆剧in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. The program sequences deep content knowledge with research-based foundational skills, including phonics, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and writing skills. The curriculum is based on research and evidence-based practices that are proven to be effective in teaching literacy skills to young readers.
With the goal of improving early literacy outcomes, the VLA mandates that school districts in Virginia implement evidence-based literacy instruction and intervention in K鈥�3 classrooms. When it goes into effect in the 2024-25 school year, it will directly benefit the state鈥檚 one in three K鈥�2 国产麻豆剧who read below benchmark.
鈥淎mplify is honored that our program is being offered to Virginia鈥檚 educators as they help their 国产麻豆剧to become stronger readers,鈥� said Melissa Ulan, senior vice president of literacy products at Amplify. 鈥淏uilt on the science of reading, Amplify CKLA enables educators to bring proven insights and practices into their classrooms.鈥�
Virginia鈥檚 steps towards implementing evidence-based literacy instruction are important for ensuring that every child in the state learns to read.
About Amplify
A pioneer in K鈥�12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our captivating core and supplemental programs in literacy, math, and science engage all 国产麻豆剧in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products turn data into practical instructional support to help all 国产麻豆剧build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide teachers with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify reaches more than 10 million 国产麻豆剧in all 50 states. To learn more, visit .
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