Oregon Law Suspends High School Proficiency Standards

The video discusses recent changes in Oregon's high school graduation requirements. The state's governor signed a bill that suspends proficiency requirements in reading, writing, and arithmetic, meaning students may graduate without meeting these competency levels. The bill was signed quietly, with no press release or public statement, and was not entered into the state database for weeks.

What recent change has been made to high school graduation requirements in Oregon?

• Mandatory community service

• Increased proficiency requirements

• Introduction of new subjects

• Suspension of proficiency requirements

Which subjects are affected by the new bill signed by the governor?

• Physical Education and Art

• Science and History

• Music and Drama

• Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic

What does the new bill imply for students graduating high school?

• They will have higher competency levels

• They may not meet competency levels

• They will graduate earlier

• They will have more subjects to study

How did the governor handle the signing of the new bill?

• With a press release

• Without any public announcement

• With a televised speech

• With a large public event

What was notably absent after the bill was signed?

• A public protest

• A press release

• A new curriculum

• A student survey