[Currdir] State Board Proposed Diploma Timeline survey

[HOEXTER Camilla]

The State Board of Education is proposing a change in the implementation timeline of the new Oregon Diploma requirements. (Please see details below.)  To gather feedback on this proposal, the Department of Education has developed an online survey, available at: http://www.ode.state.or.us/news/announcements/announcement.aspx?=4461.  Please complete the brief survey and submit it by January 12, 2009.  Input will be presented to the State Board at their January 15th meeting.

If you have questions, please contact ode.diploma at state.or.us<mailto:ode.diploma at state.or.us>.  Thank you for your participation.


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State Board Proposed Diploma Timeline

The current economic conditions in Oregon pose significant challenges to the state budget. On December 12, 2008, the State Board of Education considered the Governor's concern for implementation of the new Oregon Diploma requirements in light of these current and future budget constraints.  As a result, the Board is proposing flexibility in the implementation timeline.

The Board reaffirmed the critical importance of implementing the new diploma requirements within a reasonable timeframe.  The Board and State Superintendent encourage proceeding as quickly as feasible, with all stakeholders working together to support implementation.

Board Leaning on Proposed Timeline*
1.      The Board proposes delaying the demonstration of proficiency in the Essential Skill "apply math" for purposes of obtaining a diploma until 2014.
2.      The Board proposes maintaining the current timeline for:

 *   Proficiency in the Essential Skills reading, writing, and speaking in 2012
 *   Science - 3 credits in 2012
 *   Algebra I and above content (3 credits) in 2014

Districts will continue to administer OAKS and local performance assessments (e.g. work samples) in grades 3-8 and high school to prepare students for the Essential Skills graduation requirement.

Moving the Essential Skill "apply math" proficiency requirement to 2014 allows districts flexibility in their use of resources and provides them additional time to adjust their K-12 math curriculum to ensure students are prepared for the high school mathematics requirements.

*Proposed Timeline
2008-2009

2009-2010

2010-2011

2011-2012



Requirements for this year's 9th graders; graduates of 2012

Additional Credits:
?   English - 4
?   Math - 3



Graduation Requirements:
?   24 Credits, including 3 credits in Science1
?   Essential Skills: reading, writing, speaking
?   Personalized Learning2









2012-2013

2013-2014

Requirements for this year's 7th graders; graduates of 2014









Additional Requirements:
?   Mathematics credits at Algebra 1 and above content3
?   Essential Skill: apply math

1Scientific inquiry and lab experiences; experiences may occur outside of school and does not require laboratory facilities
2Education Plan and Profile, Extended Application, and Career-Related Learning Experiences
3Credits can be met through applied academics

Timeline for implementing the remaining five Essential Skills has not been established; the AESRP will make   phase-in recommendations to the Board at a future date. Timeline for credit for proficiency has not been determined; Board policy discussions will continue in January 2009.


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