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Massachusetts is set to overhaul high school graduation requirements, starting with the class of 2032, ditching standardized tests in favor of core subject exams, financial literacy, AI skills, and a capstone project—aiming to better prepare students for college, careers, or life beyond school. While teachers support the new focus areas, they strongly oppose reinstating standardized testing, arguing it narrows education. The first students to graduate under the new rules will be the class of 2032, with ninth graders entering in 2027. The state also plans “seals of distinction” to honor excellence in digital literacy, civic engagement, and career tech education, ensuring every Massachusetts diploma carries consistent, real-world value.

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