The bill H. 3208 aims to amend Section 59-5-68 of the South Carolina Code of Laws to address grade inflation in public high schools. It directs the State Board of Education to revise the uniform grading scale by July 1, 2027, ensuring that high school grade point averages accurately reflect academic achievement. The revisions will align grade assignments with content mastery as measured by the ACT or other designated standardized assessments. Additionally, the bill stipulates that only academic performance should be considered when assigning grades in high school subjects.

To facilitate these changes, the State Board is required to establish a task force composed of superintendents, principals, teachers, and representatives from school boards and higher education institutions. This task force will make recommendations for implementing the new grading scale and ensuring its effectiveness. The bill emphasizes the importance of a consistent and meaningful grading system to support students' academic progress and the financial assistance they receive based on their cumulative grade point averages.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 59-5-68
Latest Version: 59-5-68
12/06/2024: 59-5-68