COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
P. O. BOX 2120
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA 23218-2120
SUPTS. MEMO. NO. 50
March 27, 1998

INFORMATIONAL

TO: Division Superintendents
FROM: Jo Lynne Demary, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
SUBJECT: Comprehensive School Reform Model Demonstration Program (Obey-Porter Legislation)

  
  This memorandum is to advise you of new federal legislation
  sponsored by Congressman David Obey and co-sponsored by
  Congressman John Porter.  The purpose of the legislation is to
  provide financial incentives for schools to develop
  comprehensive school reform based on reliable research and
  effective practices.  A fact sheet is attached which outlines
  major components of the legislation.  The legislation would
  allow Virginia to provide additional support for the Standards
  of Learning.  Detailed information regarding Obey-Porter will
  be forthcoming.   The state anticipates  sending applications
  to school divisions in July.

  If you have additional questions about this initiative, please
  contact George H. Irby, Sr., Director of Compensatory Programs
  at (804) 225-2869.  


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  Attachment:  A hard copy of this memo and its attachment
                 will be sent to the superintendent's office