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The New York State Education Department is proposing significant changes to how students learn, with a shift towards "competency-based education" that would alter grading, class-time rules, and testing requirements.
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Albany, New York
Who
New York State Education Department, Board of Regents, Regent Hasoni Pratts, Shannon Logan
What
The New York State Education Department is proposing significant changes to how students learn, with a shift towards "competency-based education" that would alter grading, class-time rules, and testing requirements.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:57:58 GMT · 4h 37m ago
Where
Albany, New York ·
Why
The proposed changes aim to move away from a system focused on memorizing facts for tests to one where students demonstrate competency through projects and other work, and ultimately to build skills like critical thinking and global citizenship.
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How this affects you
These changes could fundamentally alter the K-12 education system in New York, potentially affecting how students are evaluated, how teachers instruct, and the meaning of a high school diploma for future graduates. Teachers have expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of specifics, raising concerns about implementation.
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