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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Let’s say a state requires all high schoolers to pass 10th grade level algebra exam before receiving a diploma, and there are no exceptions to this rule. Let’s say a student has severe dyscalculia and will never be able to pass the algebra exam, regardless of how much instruction or tutoring is provided or what accommodations are provided during the test. The student can pass the ELA and history exams with no problem. Many decent paying jobs, including custodian, security, chefs and even basic receptionist jobs require a high school diploma.[/quote]

Most states have some sort of exemption for special ed students with an IEP.  For example, Florida requires Algebra 1, English 10 and Civics.  Any student can substitute SAT EBRW 480, ACT English/Reading Average 18, or 36 on CLT Verbal Reasoning/Grammar for English or SAT Math 420, ACT Math 16, or 11 on CLT Quantitative Reasoning for Algebra 1.  Any student can do a retake on either test; special ed students can graduate without a retake as long as they "did their best" on the first try... we were told by the homebound student that all DC had to do was write their name and hand it back to him if it was a high anxiety day and would lead to a meltdown if actually trying.[/quote]

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