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§ 49-6-6003. Comprehensive Writing Assessment

A comprehensive writing assessment shall be conducted in at least one (1) grade within each of the following grade spans: elementary, middle grades and high school, as determined by the state board of education.

§ 49-6-6004. Computer Science Courses — Satisfaction of Elective Focus Requirement

Beginning with the 2016-2017 school year, the state board of education shall approve appropriate computer science courses that every candidate for a full high school diploma may enroll in and complete to satisfy the elective focus requirement for graduation. As used in this section, “computer science courses” shall include, but not be limited to, software […]

§ 49-6-6005. Special Education Diplomas

A special education diploma shall be awarded to students who have satisfactorily completed an individualized education program and who have satisfactory records of attendance and conduct, but who have not met the proficiency testing requirements established under § 49-6-6001.

§ 49-6-6001. Graduation Requirements

To receive a full diploma upon graduation from high school, a student must meet requirements as set forth by the state board of education. As a strategy for assessing student readiness for postsecondary education, every public school student shall take an examination at grade eleven (11). This assessment shall be approved by the commissioner of […]