The State Board of Education plans to discuss criticism from some school superintendents about standardized Start Strong assessments scheduled for September.
Arts Ed NJ found that in looking only at schools that offered dance, there is now a 30% participation rate, and of only the schools that offer theater, student participation was at 18%.
Education commissioner says the issue is being weaponized and distorted – and that parents who oppose the standard can opt their kids out of the lessons.
A month after the State Board of Education raised the score needed to pass the new NJGPA, an Assembly panel voted to make it a field test for current juniors.
The state Department of Education would compile data about racial, ethnic and economic segregation and come up with a plan to ensure diverse enrollment.
This year, 117 students took a temporary option for a bridge year, enabling them to access programs, extracurricular activities and spring sports lost in 2020.
State Board of Education votes to make the cut score for passing the Graduation Proficiency Assessment higher than the Department of Education suggested.