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Graduation Measures

The Board of Regents and State Education Department have undertaken a thoughtful and inclusive review of the State high school graduation measures. Our ultimate goal is to explore what it means to obtain a diploma in New York State and what that diploma should signify to ensure educational excellence and equity for all students in New York State.

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ThoughtExchange Question
What thoughts do you have about the four transformations related to future diploma requirements (adopt the portrait of a graduate, redefine credits, sunset diploma assessment requirements, move to one diploma)?
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Recent News

June 10, 2024
State Education Department Presents Vision to Transform New York State’s Graduation Requirements
November 13, 2023
New York State Blue Ribbon Commission on Graduation Measures Presents Recommendations
October 16, 2023
Video: Ensuring Educational Excellence and Equity: NYS Blue Ribbon Commission on Graduation Measures
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