The bill S. 537 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding a new section, 59-29-250, which prohibits school districts from implementing grading policies that require teachers to assign minimum grades or scores that exceed a student's actual performance. This legislation seeks to ensure that grades accurately reflect student achievement and performance. In the event that a school district violates this provision, the State Department of Education is authorized to withhold ten percent of the district's State Aid to Classroom funding.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the new grading policy does not prevent opportunities for students to revise their work or participate in credit recovery courses, as long as these align with the state's Uniform Grading Policy. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor, reinforcing the commitment to fair and accurate grading practices in South Carolina schools.

Statutes affected:
04/03/2025: 59-29-250
Latest Version: 59-29-250