Pennsylvania HB1398 amends grading policies for public school pupils, allowing proficient students to be promoted twice a year.
Pennsylvania HB1398 amends the Public School Code of 1949 to revise grading, classification, and promotion policies for pupils. Teachers must grade and classify students based on their mastery of assignments, with proficient students eligible for twice-yearly promotion. School districts may allow students to retake assignments or exams for a revised grade but cannot mandate minimum grades regardless of work quality. The changes take effect 60 days after enactment.
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