53E-4-209. Test-out option for core classes.

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Effective 5/6/2026

(1)As used in this section, "core class" means a course in English language arts, mathematics, science, or social studies and other courses required for high school graduation as described in Section 53E-4-204 .

(2)Beginning with the 2027-2028 school year, the state board shall establish statewide test-out options for core classes that allow students in grades 9 through 12 to demonstrate proficiency in the content of a core class without attending or enrolling in the course.

(3)In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, the state board shall make rules to:

(a)establish clear academic proficiency standards for each test-out option aligned with the state core standards;

(b)develop standardized assessments or portfolio-based demonstrations of mastery;

(c)establish procedures for grading or providing a pass or fail designation for transcript and grade point average purposes;

(d)create procedures to notify students and parents of test-out opportunities; and

(e)ensure consistency with graduation standards.

(4)An LEA shall:

(a)offer students the statewide test-out options established by the state board under this section; and

(b)administer the test-out options in accordance with state board rules.

(5)A student who earns credit through the test-out process is not required to attend the course and is exempt from any attendance-based grading policy under Section 53G-6-213 .

(6)If a student enrolls in a core class, the LEA shall require compliance with any applicable course attendance requirements described in Section 53G-6-213 as part of the student's grade.

Enacted by Chapter 206 , 2026 General Session