Schwarzenegger Signs SB 517
Governor Schwarzenegger today signed Sen. Gloria Romero's SB 517, which will "exempt eligible pupils with disabilities from the requirement of passing the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) as a condition of receiving a high school diploma this year. The exemption will apply to eligible disabled students through December 31, 2006." Here's what Schwarzenegger said in a statement: "Today we have given many high school students and their families peace of mind as they prepare for graduation. It is incumbent upon us to ensure through uniform standards that our children are receiving the best possible education but we must also be vigilant that our disabled students are not penalized. While the overwhelming majority are able to pass the exit exam, we must continue our collaborative search for ways to ensure that all of our special education students are prepared for success." |
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