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The New York Education Department is proposing to change how students learn by moving to a “competency-based education” model, which could eliminate Regents exams as a graduation requirement and modify class-time rules and grading.
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Albany, New York
Who
New York Education Department, Board of Regents, Shannon Logan, Regent Hasoni Pratts
What
The New York Education Department is proposing to change how students learn by moving to a “competency-based education” model, which could eliminate Regents exams as a graduation requirement and modify class-time rules and grading.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:57:58 GMT · 4h 43m ago
Where
Albany, New York ·
Why
The proposed changes aim to shift from a system of memorizing facts for tests to one that emphasizes students demonstrating competency through projects and practical skills.
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How this affects you
This initiative could fundamentally change how students are evaluated and how schools structure learning in New York, with the first class affected graduating in 2033. It signifies a move towards skill-based assessment over standardized testing and seat-time requirements.
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