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Elko County is transforming education by turning community insights into a dynamic "portrait of a learner" that empowers students and keeps them engaged in their education.

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Elko County presents 'portrait of a learner' and field‑tests competency progressions
Elko County School District told the commission it built a community‑informed portrait of a learner and is piloting learning progressions across grades K–12; teachers said the model helps make daily instruction more relevant and keeps students engaged.
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October 30, 2026 at 4:07 AM
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New York is revolutionizing graduation requirements by decoupling Regents exams from the diploma for students graduating in 2028 and beyond—discover what this means for the future of education!

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Glen Cove outlines local planning as New York INSPIRES shifts assessments, diplomas
District officials said New York INSPIRES will move the state to a single diploma with local seals, shift toward competency‑based assessments and decouple Regents exams from graduation for cohorts entering in 2028–29; many implementation details and rubrics remain to be defined by the state.
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October 22, 2026 at 10:47 AM
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Superintendent Megan Foster‑Trimm reveals key changes in assessment strategies and welcomes a new business official as the district's enrollment stands at 357—big shifts are on the horizon!

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Hermon‑DeKalb reports 357 students and outlines state assessment changes
Superintendent Megan Foster‑Trimm told the board the district’s enrollment is 357 and summarized NYSED’s new Assessment Strategy, including expanded testing to grades 3–11 and planned competency exams in 10th and 11th grades by 2028–29. Staff will review the district’s draft plan during an upcoming development day.
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October 14, 2026 at 8:45 PM
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Big changes are coming to New York's graduation requirements, shifting from Regents exams to a more personalized, competency-based diploma starting with the class of 2028!

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West Islip district to form committee as NYSED’s 'New York Inspires' shifts graduation rules
Assistant Superintendent Ezra Morrison outlined New York Inspires' four major transformations, including moving away from Regents exams and toward a single state diploma with competency-based measures and seals starting with the class of 2028; the district will create a local committee and provide staff, parent, and student outreach.
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October 10, 2026 at 11:51 PM
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USD 203 is revolutionizing education by focusing on what students can truly demonstrate rather than just how long they sit in class!

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Piper outlines three pillars—foundational knowledge, durable skills and real-world learning—to measure success
Assistant Superintendent John Wynne said the district measures 'Future Ready' students through a three‑pillar framework and is exploring competency-based crediting as an alternative to time‑based seat credit.
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October 9, 2026 at 9:40 PM
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Dr. John Wynne reveals how strategic partnerships with the Kauffman and Carnegie Foundations are transforming real-world learning in one of the smallest districts in Kansas.

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Piper says Kauffman, Carnegie and Imagine networks helped scale real‑world learning
Dr. John Wynne credited partnerships with the Kauffman Foundation, Carnegie Foundation and the Imagine Network cohort for catalyzing USD 203’s academy and competency-based work; Wynne said Piper is the smallest district in part of these national networks.
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October 9, 2026 at 9:45 PM
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Big changes are coming to graduation requirements in New York, shifting from regents exams to a competency-based model that focuses on skills over tests!

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Mineola schools outline plans to align with New York Inspires 'Portrait of a Graduate'
District leaders told the board Sept. 24 that New York’s proposed graduation changes will phase in by cohort and emphasize competency-based assessments; Mineola said it is auditing curricula, expanding PBLA work and preparing parent outreach ahead of state rubrics expected in mid-2027.
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October 2, 2026 at 6:21 AM
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The upcoming INSPIRES initiative is set to reshape graduation requirements in New York, allowing for a more flexible approach while maintaining high standards for Manhasset students.

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Manhasset leaders explain what New York INSPIRES means for local diplomas and pathways
District staff explained the state's INSPIRES diploma redesign, saying Regents exams will remain but be reframed and that by 2028 a prescribed set of Regents will no longer be required to graduate; Manhasset plans local pathways to preserve rigor and distinctive programs.
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September 29, 2026 at 7:09 PM
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Byram Hills Central School District is adapting to New York's groundbreaking shift toward competency-based diplomas, which could change how students earn their graduation credentials forever.

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State moves toward competency-based diploma; Byram Hills weighing local implications
District leaders briefed trustees on New York INSPIRE changes that shift the state toward competency-based graduation measures and reported that Regents exams may no longer be required for some cohorts; the district will wait for state rubrics and ESSA guidance before proposing local changes.
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September 26, 2026 at 10:48 AM
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Open Access UCL Research: Rethinking twenty-first-century competencybased education: a Bildung-centred critique in comparative perspective using the Singapore curriculum as an analytic case discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...
Rethinking twenty-first-century competencybased education: a Bildung-centred critique in comparative perspective using the Singapore curriculum as an analytic case - UCL Discovery...
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May 22, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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Coming up on Nov. 30 at 9am PST, FREE Accessible Assessment webinar. We will discuss #competencybased #assessment & there will be time for Q&A. Register here: forms.gle/cUnHjP6yMgnQ... #accessibleassessment #assessmentidentity
November 23, 2024 at 11:15 PM
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I worked my whole life to “please, perfect, perform” until I learned through my research on educator #assessmentidentity that I was chasing marks&scores in every area of my life because it was all I knew. Now I know better, so I do better. #equitableassessment #canadianeducation #competencybased
November 18, 2024 at 4:49 AM
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Join me on Nov. 30 at 9am PST for a free webinar on #competencybased #assessment I’m on a mission to support #educators in making slight shifts to their assessment practice that will have immediate impact in the classroom. Register here: forms.gle/UHW5gHKB7a69...
November 17, 2024 at 5:36 PM
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Michigan's Future Learning Council is calling for a revolutionary shift from seat time to personalized, competency-based learning to better prepare students for the evolving workforce.

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Future Learning Council urges Michigan shift from seat time to competency-based learning
Superintendents from the Future Learning Council told a House appropriations subcommittee they want Michigan to move away from time-based pupil accounting and toward personalized, competency-based learning, asking for modest strategic grants and policy support to scale demonstration districts.
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October 30, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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Michigan educators are pushing to revolutionize the classroom by eliminating outdated seat time requirements and embracing a more personalized, competency-based education model.

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Education committee considers reforms to personalize learning and mandate course flexibility
Committee discusses eliminating seat time and enhancing competency-based education for better outcomes.
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April 17, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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Newburyport's School Committee is redefining graduation requirements with a new competency-determination policy that emphasizes both coursework completion and mastery through innovative assessments.

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Newburyport holds first reading on competency-determination policy to replace MCAS for graduation
The committee reviewed a first reading of a locally defined competency-determination policy required after changes to MCAS. The district proposes students must pass required coursework (65% or higher) and demonstrate mastery via a final assessment, capstone/portfolio or equivalent; a policy template must be submitted to the state by Dec. 31.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:54 AM
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Calbright's participation in the CBEN quality-assurance pilot is set to redefine trust in competency-based education, ensuring that skills, not just seat time, take center stage in the job market.

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Calbright takes part in CBEN ‘‘QualAssurance’’ pilot to validate competency‑based programs
Calbright staff described participation in the Competency-Based Education Network (CBEN) quality‑assurance pilot that reviews competency, assessment and program design; CBEN said the pilot will form the basis for a continuous improvement quality signal for competency‑based education.
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April 5, 2026 at 8:01 AM
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Government Must Give Foreign or Mature Learners a Pathway in CBC, Starting with KJSEA 2025

The education system has undergone a significant transformation with CompetencyBased Curriculum (CBC). A critical gap threatens to sideline a crucial group mature & foreign learners

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February 11, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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#CompetencyBased grading shifts the focus from “getting a grade” to demonstrating what students truly know and can do. knowledgeworks.org/resources/3-...
June 17, 2026 at 2:35 PM
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#CompetencyBased grading shifts the focus from “getting a grade” to demonstrating what students truly know and can do. knowledgeworks.org/resources/3-...
May 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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#CompetencyBased grading shifts the focus from “getting a grade” to demonstrating what students truly know and can do. knowledgeworks.org/resources/3-...
April 17, 2026 at 5:42 PM
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Our new State Policy Framework for Personalized Learning establishes an end-state policy structure for those seeking to advance the growth of #StudentCentered and #CompetencyBased approaches.

Let’s transform education, together.

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State Policy Framework for Personalized Learning
Policy and implementation steps can support learning communities throughout a state. Here are eight conditions to support the growth of personalized, competency-based learning.
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May 12, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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How might we transform credentialing to truly reflect our skills and experiences?
Check out this paper by Nate McClennen, Tom Vander Ark and Mason Pashia of Getting Smart that explores the evolving landscape of credentialing: bit.ly/4jUBz4e
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Expanding Access, Value and Experiences Through Credentials
Learn about the evolving landscape of credentialing and learner records in education, emphasizing value, access and experience.
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February 13, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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How can we enhance #DurableSkills through collaboration between educators, employers, and tech? Check out this article by Nate Mclennen via Getting Smart for insights on initiatives that focus on authentic assessments: bit.ly/40fFa5c
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Next-Generation Durable Skills Assessment
Next-generation assessments of durable skills are crucial for validating competencies across educational and professional contexts, using AI and VR.
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January 2, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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RT @SamuelItin: Want to learn more about #CompetencyBased Learning? @snhuprez http://tinyurl.com/mf9uq5y #pearsonsummit
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November 24, 2024 at 11:48 AM