Summary
- Question 2 on the November ballot in Massachusetts aims to eliminate the requirement for high school students to pass the MCAS to graduate.
- Instead of passing the MCAS, students would need to meet district-set coursework standards in English, math, and science.
- Proponents argue that removing the graduation requirement would benefit marginalized student groups and focus on modern skills rather than test scores.
- Opponents believe that maintaining standardized testing requirements ensures accountability and high educational standards.
