Secondary school graduation requirements; diplomas. (SB489)
Introduced By
Sen. Frank Ruff (R-Clarksville)
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Description
Secondary school graduation requirements; diplomas. Directs the Board of Education to modify the credits necessary for a student to earn a standard or an advanced studies diploma. The advanced studies diploma shall be the recommended diploma. The standard diploma shall include a concentration in career and technical education and a requirement to earn a career and technical education credential. Standard or advanced studies diploma will require the successful completion of one virtual course. The modified standard diploma is eliminated, but the Board shall make provisions in regulation for students with disabilities to earn a standard diploma. The Board shall promulgate regulations to implement the provisions of this act to be effective within 280 days of its enactment. Amends § 22.1-253.13:4 (“Standard 4. Student achievement and graduation requirements.”), § 22.1-254 (“Compulsory attendance required; excuses and waivers; alternative education program attendance; exemptions from article.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »
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