The class of 2008 is the best prepared graduating class in this state’s history. It’s the first class required to meet the many new state graduation requirements. Below, you’ll find the many handouts to help you understand everything around state testing and graduation 2008 and beyond. Also, please see the frequently asked questions to better understand changes to the math WASL graduation requirement.

Earning a Diploma: The Class of 2008 (pdf) B&W (pdf)
Graduation requirements for students in the class of 2008.

Earning a Diploma: The Class of 2009 and Beyond (pdf) B&W (pdf)
Graduation requirements for students in the class of 2009 and beyond.

Options for Students Not Graduating After Four Years of High School (pdf)
Many free and paid options exists for students who don’t graduate after four years of high school.

State Testing 2008 What You Need to Know (pdf)
An explanation of the state’s testing system with sample WASL questions.

Class of 2008 Graduation Toolkit (pdf) (Updated April 11, 2008)
This toolkit provides WASL and graduation information in plain talk to families and the community. Use this as your first resource for questions related to the graduation of the Class of 2008.

2008 Key Dates (pdf)
A calendar for districts and families regarding key testing and graduation dates.

Overview of Certificate of Academic Achievement Options (pdf)
Explains what the Certificate of Academic Achievement Options are and how students access them.

Parent/Guardian Access to their Child’s WASL Test Booklets and How to File a Score Appeal (pdf)
Explains how parents/guardians can request their child’s test booklet, what to expect after submitting a request and when a score appeal can be filed.

How Students in Special Education Participate in State Testing (pdf)
Explains state testing options available to students in special education.