Loudoun County Mother Discusses SOL Tests and Support for Dyslexic Student

In a recent public comment session at a Loudoun County Public Schools board meeting a local parent presented details about her daughter’s experience with the Standards of Learning assessments. The parent stated that her daughter passed the tests but maintained that these evaluations focus on test-taking abilities instead of comprehensive learning. This perspective was shared as part of the board’s regular opportunity for community input.

The parent noted her daughter had received a dyslexia diagnosis and participated in two independent educational evaluations. These steps were taken to better understand and address specific learning requirements. The evaluations sought to provide data that could inform instructional adjustments within the school setting.

According to the testimony the school system indicated it was not required to implement certain supports even after the evaluations. The parent described efforts to close identified gaps in reading and related skills through additional resources. These efforts occurred over an extended period without full resolution of the concerns raised.

The session highlighted the parent’s ongoing advocacy for her child within the existing educational framework. Board proceedings captured the remarks as part of documented public feedback. No immediate actions were outlined in response during the comment period itself.

Virginia state education policies establish the Standards of Learning tests as required measures of student achievement in public schools. The parent’s comments aligned with discussions on how such tests interact with individual education plans. Attendees observed the presentation as one example of family experiences in the district.

The parent expressed a commitment to continuing dialogue on these matters to improve outcomes for students facing similar challenges. The board maintained its standard protocol for receiving and recording such statements. This process allows for public perspectives to be noted in official meeting records.

Email At:
April Chandler (Chair, Algonkian District) april.chandler@lcps.org,
Anne Donohue (Vice Chair, At-Large) anne.donohue@lcps.org,
Deana Griffiths (Ashburn District)  deana.griffiths@lcps.org,
Ross Svenson (Broad Run District) ross.stevenson@lcps.org,
Kari LaBell (Catoctin District) kari.labell@lcps.org,
Jon Pepper (Dulles District)  jonathon.pepper@lcps.org,
Lauren Shernoff (Leesburg District) lauren.shernoff@lcps.org,
Sumera Rashid (Little River District) sumera.rashid@lcps.org,
Amy Riccardi (Sterling District) amy.riccardi@lcps.org,

 

A Loudoun County parent exposes the truth: SOL tests measure test-taking skills, not actual learning. Despite failing to get school support, she fights for her dyslexic daughter. #LoudounCounty #EducationReform #DyslexiaAwareness #SchoolBoard pic.twitter.com/OMZgpghyVT

— All Virginia News (@AllVirginiaNews) June 25, 2026

Email the Loudoun County School Board:
April Chandler, april.chandler@lcps.org,
Anne Donohue, anne.donohue@lcps.org,
Deana Griffiths, deana.griffiths@lcps.org,
Ross Svenson, ross.stevenson@lcps.org,
Kari LaBell, kari.labell@lcps.org,
Jon Pepper, jonathon.pepper@lcps.org,
Lauren Shernoff, lauren.shernoff@lcps.org,
Sumera Rashid, sumera.rashid@lcps.org,
Amy Riccardi, amy.riccardi@lcps.org,

Email the Board of Supervisors at:
Phyllis J. Randall (Chair, At-Large) – Phyllis.Randall@loudoun.gov,
Michael R. Turner (Vice Chair, Ashburn District) – Mike.Turner@loudoun.gov,
Juli E. Briskman (Algonkian District) – Juli.Briskman@loudoun.gov,
Sylvia R. Glass (Broad Run District) – Sylvia.Glass@loudoun.gov,
Caleb Kershner (Catoctin District) – caleb.kershner@loudoun.gov,
Matthew F. Letourneau (Dulles District) – Matt.Letourneau@loudoun.gov,
Kristen C. Umstattd (Leesburg District) – Kristen.Umstattd@loudoun.gov,
Laura A. TeKrony (Little River District) – Laura.TeKrony@loudoun.gov,
Koran Saines (Sterling District) – Koran.Saines@loudoun.gov