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This week, the New York Board of Regents, which oversees the state's public schools, voted to make the standardized exams optional going forward.
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New York Board of Regents voted to make standardized Regents exams optional for high school graduation.
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News Article
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{
    "date": "This week (relative to 2026-09-17)",
    "event": "Vote on Regents exam requirements",
    "location": "New York",
    "organization": "New York Board of Regents"
}
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Government Education New York
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518e7695-0e00-44e4-97c1-024c18f770e1
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Created
September 18, 2026 at 12:01 AM (3 weeks ago)
Last Updated
September 18, 2026 at 12:01 AM (3 weeks ago)

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New York Wants To Scrap Testing Requirements While School Spending Soars
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https://reason.com/2026/09/17/new-york-wants-to-scrap-testing-requirements-while-school-spending-soars

New York's Board of Regents voted to make standardized Regents exams optional for high school graduation, aiming to eliminate barriers for students. This move comes as school spending in the state continues to soar, despite mediocre student performance compared to national averages.

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