About VDOE

High Expectations and Excellence for All Learners

The Virginia Department of Education is the administrative agency for the commonwealth’s public schools. VDOE works in partnership with Virginia’s 131 school divisions to support and improve teaching and learning, set high expectations for all students, and promote student safety, wellbeing, and health.

Vision

The vision of the Virginia Department of Education is that Virginia will maximize the potential of all learners.

Mission

The mission of the Virginia Department of Education is to advance equitable and innovative learning.

Agency Leadership

• Organizational Chart
• Chief of Staff
• Division of Operations
• Division of Innovation, Data, Research, and Technology Services
• Division of Teaching and Learning
• Division of School Performance and Support
• Division of Early Childhood Care and Education
• Assistant State Superintendent of Public Instruction
• Office of Parent Engagement

Communications

• News Releases - issued by VDOE and the Governor’s Office.
• Media Contact and Resources
• Virginia Education Update Newsletter
• Superintendent's Memoranda - Weekly memoranda from the superintendent of public instruction.
• Principals' Memos - Principals' memoranda issued by the VDOE Division of Instruction.