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Department of Education

State Board of Education

Guidance Document Change: In 2021, the Virginia General Assembly passed House Bill 1904 and Senate Bill 1196, and was signed into law by Governor Northam. The law establishes new requirements to support culturally competent educators in the Commonwealth. The Guidance on Cultural Competency Training for Teachers and Other Licensed School Board Employees in Virginia Public Schools was developed for the Board to fulfill the statutory mandate to provide guidance on the minimum standards for the local training requirement.

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1/5/22 2:15 am

Commenter: Anonymous

Yes to Cultural Competency Training

It is absolutely critical for teachers to undergo cultural competency training in this day and age. Virginia has become even more diverse over the years, and classrooms are filled with students of various backgrounds. The teacher must make an effort to understand and create a safe space for the student.

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