The report, based on data collected from state education department personnel in 45 states, discusses the present status of state exit exam policies, the future of these policies as states implement the Common Core State Standards and common assessments, and lessons that can be learned from states» past experiences with implementing new exit exam policies. (cep-dc.org)
Their unorthodox maneuver is drawing attention among parents around the country — particularly those with children in special education — who have sought ways around state exit exams they believe are unfairly denying their children diplomas. (edweek.org)
According to the Atlanta Journal - Constitution, Georgia officials credited the rise to an increased focus on attendance and dropout prevention as well as to the elimination of state exit exams. (npr.org)