New York Regents graduation requirement could end under proposed changes
The New York State Board of Regents voted to continue efforts to remove Regents exams as a high school graduation requirement, with proposed regulations expected to return for consideration in 2027.
The New York State Board of Regents voted to continue efforts to remove Regents examinations as a requirement for high school graduation. The change would require amendments to state regulations.
The proposed regulations are expected to return to the Board of Regents in February 2027 for a required 60-day public comment period. The board could adopt the changes at its June 2027 meeting, with an effective date of July 1, 2027. Area superintendents, including Sackets Harbor Central School District Superintendent Jennifer L. Gaffney, have shared reactions to the proposed changes.
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