COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

P.O. BOX 2120

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA 23218-2120

SUPTS. MEMO NO. 87

April 30, 2004

INFORMATIONAL

TO:	Division Superintendents
FROM:	Jo Lynne DeMary Superintendent of Public Instruction
SUBJECT:	New Algebra Readiness Initiative website

The Virginia Department of Education is pleased to announce a new website to support the Algebra Readiness Initiative. This new resource is located at

http://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/Instruction/Math/ARI/.

The website provides information about the Algebra Readiness Diagnostic Test (ARDT) and answers frequently asked questions about the initiative and the ARDT. The site will announce upcoming events and important dates related to the Algebra Readiness Initiative in addition to serving as the location for forms and other resources associated with the initiative.

If you need additional information regarding the Algebra Readiness Initiative, the website, or the Algebra Readiness Diagnostic Test, please contact Dr. Lois A. Williams (lwillia1@mail.vak12ed.edu), mathematics specialist, Office of Middle Instructional Services, at (804) 786-8078.

JLD/yba