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NY school brass are set to let even unprepared kids graduate high school

New York plans to eliminate Regents exams, allowing students to graduate without demonstrating necessary knowledge, raising concerns about educational standards and future job readiness.

More states ditch exams as high school grad requirements

Massachusetts voters have eliminated standardized tests as a graduation requirement, reflecting a national trend against high-stakes testing fueled by concerns over equity and efficacy.

Question 2: What to know about removing the MCAS graduation requirement

Question 2 aims to remove the MCAS as a graduation requirement for Massachusetts high schoolers, shifting focus to district coursework standards.

Opinion | Massachusetts Ballot Question 2 and the Value of Standardized Tests

Massachusetts voters have the chance to eliminate the state's high school exit exam while maintaining academic standards through coursework.

NY school brass are set to let even unprepared kids graduate high school

New York plans to eliminate Regents exams, allowing students to graduate without demonstrating necessary knowledge, raising concerns about educational standards and future job readiness.

More states ditch exams as high school grad requirements

Massachusetts voters have eliminated standardized tests as a graduation requirement, reflecting a national trend against high-stakes testing fueled by concerns over equity and efficacy.

Question 2: What to know about removing the MCAS graduation requirement

Question 2 aims to remove the MCAS as a graduation requirement for Massachusetts high schoolers, shifting focus to district coursework standards.

Opinion | Massachusetts Ballot Question 2 and the Value of Standardized Tests

Massachusetts voters have the chance to eliminate the state's high school exit exam while maintaining academic standards through coursework.
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'No on 2' campaign gets largest donation yet: $2.5 million from Michael Bloomberg

Michael Bloomberg is heavily investing in keeping MCAS as a graduation requirement against growing opposition.

Stop asking my kids what their plans are for college. It's the question they hate the most.

Teens feel pressured and anxious about being asked their post-high school plans.
Parents may need to adjust expectations and support children's individual paths.

A teen dropped out of high school during WWII. Now 99, she just graduated.

It's never too late to achieve a milestone like graduating high school, no matter your age.
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Two brothers died in Playa Del Rey car crash, days before one was to cross a graduation stage

The tragic death of two teen brothers in a car accident just days before one's high school graduation.

Score Your Dream Prom Look For Free on May 18

Senator Kevin Parker hosts his 15th annual prom dress giveaway for graduating high school students.

Two brothers died in Playa Del Rey car crash, days before one was to cross a graduation stage

The tragic death of two teen brothers in a car accident just days before one's high school graduation.

Score Your Dream Prom Look For Free on May 18

Senator Kevin Parker hosts his 15th annual prom dress giveaway for graduating high school students.
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Miss Manners: Can I announce my son's graduation but not his screw-up?

To avoid drawing attention to a negative situation, repurpose graduation announcements and focus on the accomplishment of finishing high school.

Nearly half of California high school graduates don't qualify to apply to a California university

California's A-G requirements are essential for admission to public universities like UC and Cal State systems.
Only about half of California high school graduates meet the A-G requirements for admission to four-year state schools.

Fights erupt at New Jersey HS graduation in caught-on-camera chaos: 'Egregious behavior'

Multiple fights broke out at a New Jersey high school graduation ceremony, overshadowing the celebratory event.

Meet the 12-year-old "prodigy" who is heading to NYU after graduating high school at the top of his class

Suborno Isaac Bari, 12, stands out for graduating high school and heading to NYU. He's a prodigy who excels academically and inspires his peers.

NYS plans to nix Regents exam requirements for students

Regents exams may no longer be mandatory for New York high school graduation, shifting towards a new system that emphasizes various proficiencies and skills.
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