WA Board of Education approves new grad rules
Washington state took another step toward tougher high school graduation requirements this week, but since the ideas of the State Board of Education require money and approval from the Legislature, it may be a while until these initiatives affect students.
Associated Press
Washington state took another step toward tougher high school graduation requirements this week, but since the ideas of the State Board of Education require money and approval from the Legislature, it may be a while until these initiatives affect students.
The resolution approved on Wednesday aims for a career and college ready diploma beginning with the class of 2016.
When the new requirements are approved, paid for and phased in, all high school students would:
-Need to earn 24 credits to graduate, including more English, science and social studies than many students currently earn.
-Get more help planning for life after high school, and have regular opportunities to meet with school