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NY Regents Exams: Students Doubt Mastery Test's Value
16 Sep
Summary
- Students question Regents exams' ability to show full knowledge.
- Baldwin HS pilots alternative assessments for learning.
- NY plans to make Regents exams optional for 2028 graduates.
Starting with the Class of 2028, New York State plans to eliminate the mandatory Regents exams as a graduation requirement. This significant shift will allow students to demonstrate their academic achievements through a variety of assessment methods.
Baldwin High School is among the districts experimenting with these alternative approaches. Students there report taking multiple Regents exams but are unconvinced they are the best measure of learning. School officials support these changes, viewing the exams as one potential metric among many.
This move is supported by State Education Commissioner Betty Rosa, who acknowledges the exams can be a barrier for public school students. The transition aims to reduce academic stress and encourage diverse ways for students to showcase their understanding of subjects.
