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District leaders proudly announced a preliminary 88.2% graduation rate for the class of 2026 while unveiling their innovative "Graduation PLUS" initiative to enhance postsecondary readiness.

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Board hears Grad PLUS goal and early School Links uptake; district reports 88.2% graduation rate preliminary
District leaders described 'Graduation PLUS'—on‑time graduation plus evidence of readiness—and shared an initial 88.2% graduation rate for the class of 2026. Staff also highlighted early adoption metrics for School Links, a new college/career planning tool.
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October 23, 2026 at 10:34 PM
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Westfield High School's new NJGPA results reveal impressive ELA scores but highlight significant math challenges, prompting a deeper dive into subgroup performances.

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Westfield presents NJGPA-A results as state swaps vendor; district warns against year-over-year comparisons
Dr. Bolton told the board the NJGPA moved to a new adaptive vendor (Cambium), a new cut score (450) and scoring approach, meaning direct comparisons with prior years are not valid; Westfield reported high ELA pass rates and outlined retake and portfolio pathways for seniors not yet graduation-ready.
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October 17, 2026 at 3:21 AM
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Spring Valley High School is launching a groundbreaking Saturday Graduation Acceleration Academy to help seniors catch up on credits, starting October 24th!

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East Ramapo unveils Saturday 'Graduation Acceleration Academy' at Spring Valley High to help seniors earn credits
District presented a Saturday academy starting Oct. 24 at Spring Valley High to support 80–120 seniors missing credits, with transportation, meals and virtual supports; trustees asked for attendance trackers and periodic progress reports.
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October 9, 2026 at 11:10 PM
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New York is revolutionizing high school graduation with a single diploma and new local assessment strategies, leaving behind the outdated Regents exam requirement!

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Assistant‑superintendent (Kate Palumbo) briefs board on New York INSPIRES changes to graduation and assessment
Kate Palumbo explained the Board of Regents' New York INSPIRES plan: move to one diploma, sunset Regents as an absolute graduation hurdle, require districts to design local assessment strategies and expect statewide high‑school assessments for federal accountability; current seniors through June 2027 remain under existing rules.
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October 8, 2026 at 5:20 AM
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Westwood High School's first-year NJGPA results reveal impressive graduation rates that outshine county and state averages, but significant gaps in IEP student proficiency highlight areas for growth.

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Westwood presents first-year NJGPA adaptive results; district outpaces county and state, flags IEP subgroup gaps
Assistant superintendent Dr. Calderon presented Westwood’s first NJGPA adaptive assessment results: 87% graduation-ready in ELA and 79% in math at the high school; the presentation highlighted strong subgroup performance (economically disadvantaged ~86%) but noted IEP student proficiency gaps and FERPA-related reporting limits.
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October 3, 2026 at 2:54 AM
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Cinnaminson juniors are showing promising graduation readiness with 87% in English and 79% in math, but concerning gaps remain for students with IEPs.

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District reports strong NJGPA and AP pass rates but flags subgroup gaps
District presenters told the board Cinnaminson juniors were 87% graduation-ready in ELA and 79% in math on the new adaptive NJGPA; presenters cautioned against direct year-to-year comparisons and highlighted lower rates for students with IEPs and other subgroups.
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October 2, 2026 at 10:23 AM
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Hillsborough County School Board just approved the Classical Learning Test as a new graduation pathway, igniting a debate on its legitimacy and impact on student opportunities!

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Hillsborough board backs Classical Learning Test as additional graduation pathway amid debate
The Hillsborough County School Board approved a partnership to accept the Classical Learning Test (CLT) as an additional concordant pathway for graduation and scholarship eligibility. Board members debated CLT's national recognition, research base and cost before approving the item.
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July 16, 2026 at 11:15 PM
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The West Allis-West Milwaukee School District is launching a groundbreaking pathway to help struggling students graduate on time by focusing on essential academics and offering flexible learning options.

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West Allis West Milwaukee school district proposes competency-based graduation pathway for struggling students
District aims to help students graduate on time by offering a new flexible pathway.
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May 14, 2025 at 10:37 AM
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Madison School District is taking a bold step to enhance student portfolios with SchoolLinks and introducing a groundbreaking Mastery Transcript pilot for juniors!

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District expands SchoolLinks use and plans Mastery Transcript pilot for juniors
District staff said SchoolLinks will be used more broadly for grades 6–12 to collect student artifacts and build portfolios; a separate pilot will trial the Mastery Transcript Consortium product with volunteer juniors in three graduation courses (personal finance, civics, independent study).
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January 15, 2026 at 2:34 PM
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Middleton District is proposing a new policy that could reshape senior year for students struggling with ISAT proficiency—what does this mean for future graduates?

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Board hears first reading of policy tying senior remediation to ISAT proficiency; members ask for more planning
Superintendent and staff presented a first reading of a proposed policy that would require seniors who are not proficient on their junior‑year ISATs to take remedial semester courses; board members asked for clearer appeals language, accommodations for opt‑outs and IEPs, and stronger early‑grade interventions before adopting the policy.
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January 14, 2026 at 5:48 AM
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As Chiawana High School's valedictorian grapples with self-doubt and the pressures of graduation, students everywhere are questioning their futures—what will they choose when the cap and gown come off?

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Valedictorian shares doubts and challenges before graduation speech
Valedictorian expresses lack of confidence and procrastination in preparing graduation speech.
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June 7, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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South Carolina's Senate Education Committee is taking bold steps to reshape student engagement and retention, emphasizing the power of simple gestures like acknowledging absences to foster a supportive learning environment.

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South Carolina Education Council discusses absenteeism and student retention strategies
Council members address absentee rates and propose strategies for student retention and readiness.
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April 30, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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The GenTX event at Plainview High School is not just a celebration; it's a powerful launchpad for seniors as they step confidently into their futures!

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Garden City Community College holds senior sealant ceremony for graduates
Students prepare for graduation ceremony by personalizing their senior sealant.
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May 11, 2025 at 6:36 AM
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Mark Minor, a beloved custodian at Sentinel High School, will inspire the Class of 2025 with his heartfelt commencement speech focused on kindness, patience, and dedication.

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Mark Minor honored as commencement speaker for class of 2025
Mark Minor inspires graduates with a speech on kindness, patience, and dedication.
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June 8, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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Santa Barbara Unified School District celebrates significant gains in early literacy and math, but rising D's and F's among students raise urgent concerns for graduation success.

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Santa Barbara Unified reports literacy and STAR gains, trustees flag rising D's and F's
District presenters told the board April 28 that STAR early literacy and math scores show meaningful growth for several student groups, but trustees and staff raised concern that course D/F rates are increasing; principals will perform factor analyses and sites will run targeted interventions.
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May 4, 2026 at 4:57 PM
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Amador County Unified School District is raising the bar for graduation standards while tackling key academic challenges—find out how they plan to boost student success!

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Amador County Unified highlights dashboard results, adopts graduation-requirement recommendations
After a detailed presentation of the California School Dashboard, the district approved a package of graduation-requirement recommendations for the class of 2030 and outlined four initiatives (instruction, common assessments, teacher learning and targeted supports) to address low academic indicators.
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December 20, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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The Missisquoi Valley School District is transforming student lives with innovative engagement programs that lead to higher graduation rates and essential real-world skills!

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Local program boosts student graduation through real-world learning experiences
Students in the program consistently graduate, gaining valuable real-world skills.
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February 8, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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The NFCSD Board is rallying the community to celebrate graduation, showcasing a powerful collaboration between students, staff, and families.

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High school team gathers diverse feedback for graduation preparations
High school team assesses responses from students, staff, and community for graduation plans.
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June 6, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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The latest district testing report reveals impressive graduation readiness rates, yet highlights concerning trends in special education performance and a surge in multilingual learners.

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District testing report: high graduation-ready rates, mixed NJSLA cohort trends and targeted MTSS interventions
District leaders presented the annual testing report showing high NJGPA graduation-readiness rates (about 97% ELA, ~89% math), multi-year NJSLA cohort trends with pockets of recovery and some declines for students in special education, strong AP results (majority 3+), growing multilingual learner enrollment, and expanded MTSS and targeted supports.
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November 2, 2025 at 6:50 AM
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Garfield Public School District is paving the way for the class of 2025 with new graduation pathways that ensure every student has a shot at success!

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Miss Damico outlines graduation pathways for class of 2025 at recent presentation
Miss Damico details assessment and academic requirements for graduating class of 2025.
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October 7, 2025 at 5:01 AM
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The Hopewell Valley Regional School District celebrates impressive NJGPA results, but crucial performance gaps among racial subgroups signal a need for change.

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Hopewell Valley Regional School District reviews NJ GPA results and identifies performance gaps
District presentation highlights strong overall performance but reveals equity gaps among subgroups.
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August 12, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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Vernon Township School District celebrates a remarkable rise in graduation readiness, with 89.1% of students excelling in English and 65.2% in math, outpacing state averages!

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District Reports Increased Graduation Readiness for English and Math Students
The district shows 89.1% graduation readiness in English and 65.2% in math.
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July 28, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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The Bound Brook School District is celebrating a remarkable surge in student proficiency, with increasing numbers on the path to graduation readiness in math and English!

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School District Reports Increased Student Proficiency in Math and English for Graduation Readiness
District data shows significant growth in student proficiency levels for math and English.
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July 24, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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The Bound Brook School District is rolling out innovative programs to boost student graduation readiness, with new strategies aimed at ensuring every 11th grader is on track for success.

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BBHS Implements Innovative Support Programs To Boost Student Graduation Readiness
BBHS focuses on targeted initiatives to improve graduation readiness for all students.
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July 24, 2025 at 1:03 PM