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New York Drops Regents for Graduation | Rochester News
New York is officially scrapping the Regents exams as a graduation requirement starting with the Class of 2028, shifting to a more flexible, locally-driven assessment model that values classroom work and critical thinking over standardized tests. This overhaul aims to reduce dropout rates, especially for students of color and those from low-income backgrounds, while still meeting federal testing mandates for school accountability. Pilot programs and alternative learning measures like career tech and student research are being explored, with final approval set for June 2027 and full rollout…
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