Committee hears testimony on adding competency‑based assessments to graduation pathways SB 58 59 would add competency‑based assessments to two graduation pathways so students could meet requirements via competency assessments. Supporters — including Pearson (Edexcel) and students — said the change increases flexibility; SBE and district leaders urged coordination with the State Board’s future‑ready review and cautioned about timing and rulemaking burdens.

A new bill in Washington could revolutionize graduation pathways by introducing competency-based assessments, giving students the flexibility they need to succeed despite life's challenges.

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