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Committee hears first reading of state-aligned competency-determination policy that adds mastery requirement
Summary
School leaders reviewed a first reading of a revised competency-determination policy that separates completion of coursework from demonstration of mastery, adds a U.S. history coursework requirement, and lists assessment pathways (final assessment, portfolio, benchmark) and an appeals process for students who do not show mastery.
The committee heard a first reading of an updated competency-determination policy intended to align district graduation requirements with recent state guidance.
District administrators explained the policy now separates two elements: completion of required coursework and demonstration of mastery. The policy clarifies that students must complete required credits (unchanged) and also demonstrate mastery in specific subject areas. Mastery…
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