Test Data from Georgia State Department of Education
The Georgia High School Graduation Test (GHSGT)
Stacie Staple
Since I am from Georgia and I graduated from a Georgia public high school this testing data is somewhat important and personal for me. The purpose of the GHSGT is to provide information and statistics on the strengths and areas that need improvement for Georgia High School. The passing of the all sections of the test is required for graduation and the issuance of a diploma.
If you are unable to pass the test which include subject areas in english/ language arts, math, science, social studies and a writing assessment, but have met all other graduation requirements, rather than a diploma the student will be issued a “Certificate of Performance;” however the student may retake the test an infinite number of times after the issuance of a Certificate of Performance has been issued to earn a diploma.
From a students that was required to take and pass the test and now as an adult conducting research on the test; I find the test very valuable and beneficial. It is a great tool to measure the overall academic success of the students as well as provide accountability methods for administrators to access the educators. The GHSGT was found to meet nationally recognized professional and technical standards for assessment programs.
http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/ci_testing.aspx?PageReq=CI_TESTING_GHSGT
This system is similar to Florida's as well. You are required to pass all FCAT (Florida Comprehension Assessment Test) before you can graduate and receive your diploma. The only difference is that Florida does not off the Certificate of Performance as you mentioned. I think this is a great thing that Georgia offers so students can be recognized and the end of their high school term.
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