An Act related to high school graduation
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to change how high school diplomas are awarded in Massachusetts, focusing on competency determination rather than solely relying on seat time. It aims to provide a more flexible approach to graduation requirements, potentially allowing students to demonstrate mastery of skills and knowledge through alternative pathways. The legislation proposes a review of the current system to ensure it effectively prepares students for future success. The goal is to create a system that accurately reflects a student's readiness for post-secondary education or employment.
Key provisions
- Revises the requirements for awarding high school diplomas.
- Focuses on competency determination instead of traditional seat time.
- May allow for alternative pathways to demonstrate graduation readiness.
- Requires a review of the current high school graduation system.
- Addresses the process of determining student competency.
Who is affected
- High school students in Massachusetts
- High schools in Massachusetts
- School districts in Massachusetts
- Parents of high school students
- Educators in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Shifts the emphasis from time spent in school to demonstrated competency.
- Potentially allows for more diverse pathways to graduation.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Cosponsor
Antonio F. D. Cabral
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