Utah SB0169 amends high school graduation requirements, including competency-based standards, diploma issuance, and student participation in.

Utah SB0169 amends high school graduation requirements by establishing competency-based standards and assessments for elective courses. It mandates that the State Board of Education oversee local graduation policies and requires local education agencies (LEAs) to allow students receiving a diploma to participate in graduation ceremonies, except when safety concerns exist. The bill also studies the requirement for LEAs to issue a high school diploma to students who receive an associate's degree or industry certification. It takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Utah SB0169 amends high school graduation requirements, including competency-based standards, diploma issuance, and student participation in.

Utah SB0169 amends high school graduation requirements by establishing competency-based standards and assessments for elective courses. It mandates that the State Board of Education oversee local graduation policies and requires local education agencies (LEAs) to allow students receiving a diploma to participate in graduation ceremonies, except when safety concerns exist. The bill also studies the requirement for LEAs to issue a high school diploma to students who receive an associate's degree or industry certification. It takes effect on July 1, 2026.