The resolution directs the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) to investigate the establishment of an appeals process for high school students who do not pass the state-administered end-of-course assessments required for graduation. This follows a recent policy change where a previously adopted appeals process, which allowed students to submit a portfolio for graduation eligibility, was overturned by an executive order. The resolution emphasizes the need for BESE to explore various options for students to demonstrate proficiency and become eligible for graduation, while ensuring that the appeals process is managed by an independent entity rather than the student's school.

BESE is tasked with submitting a written report to both the House and Senate Committees on Education by March 1, 2025, detailing the status of the appeals process development and any legislative recommendations. The resolution highlights the importance of providing alternative pathways for students to meet graduation requirements while maintaining standards for proficiency in state content areas.