Jefferson County is getting ready to make sure that its students are able to pass the new statewide requirements for graduation that go into effect in 2021.
One change is the minimum score for passing the SATs. The new minimum will be a score of 970, which is higher than the average score seen in numerous schools across Jefferson County this past year. News about such changes is often distributed on documents with official Letterheads.
The SAT is one of a dozen ways for students to prove that they are skilled in math and English. The other ways to prove proficiency include completing college-level classes, completing projects, and a host of different standardized tests.
Before the new change, the only statewide requirement in Colorado was that students go through a year’s classes of civics or government. Schools would decide on what it takes to graduate based on requirements that were set at the district level. For example, schools in Westminster were able to choose which of the other 12 Forms of testing that they were willing to accept.
Chief Academic Officer Matt Flores said:
“The switch won’t take place until 2021, but with logistics to work around and options to prepare, Jeffco has already spent years planning for the change.”
If students are unable to attain the required score in the free SATs, they can gain the credits through other college-entry exams such as International Baccalaureate or Advanced Placement, which cost about $85 each.
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