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 graduation eligibility, including nationally norm-referenced testing, while ensuring that students demonstrate proficiency in state content standards.

Additionally, the resolution stipulates that the appeals process should not be managed by the student's school but rather by an independent entity, such as the school's governing authority or the state Department of Education. BESE is required to provide a written report to 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 aims to create a fair opportunity for students who struggle with standardized assessments to achieve their high school diplomas.