Virginia Kindergarten Readiness Program
The Virginia Kindergarten Readiness Program (VKRP) builds a more comprehensive understanding of school readiness and success. For more details about the initiative, view the VKRP Snapshot and visit the VKRP website.
VKRP measures math, self-regulation and social skills to complement Virginia's statewide assessment of literacy skills using Phonological Awareness Literacy Screening (PALS).
Detailed reports of students' skills (student, classroom, school and division levels) can be used by teachers, families, principals, school leaders and others.
VKRP includes online and in-person trainings, skill and strategy guides and activities to support student learning.
VKRP Statewide
VKRP was mandated by the Virginia General Assembly (HB5002, Item 128, H.) to reach full statewide implementation by the 2019-20 school year.
Project Status: Active
Funding Source: Virginia Department of Education
Principal Investigators: Amanda Williford (PI), Jessica Whittaker (Co-PI)
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