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Standardized Scores Spark Debate | Guyana News
Twenty students tied for top marks in this year’s NGSA—rare at primary level—and pass rates are climbing into the sixties, hinting at progress from the Ministry’s reforms. But beware: these are standardized scores, adjusted for exam difficulty and student performance, not raw marks. The exact formula remains secret, sparking debate and confusion. While top schools like Queen’s and Bishops still set the bar, the gap between them and the rest is still wide. Meanwhile, a throwback to when recycling was practical, not political—plastic bottles won out for cheapness, but now we’re paying the…
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