Lawmakers in Texas and Florida are debating whether Algebra II is essential for all students. At issue is whether there should be multiple pathways for students to earn a high-school diploma, including the substitution of industry certifications for certain courses such as Algebra II.
Education Week reporter, Andrew Ujifusa, discusses the issue in his blog post:
http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/state_edwatch/2013/04/fla_moving_closer_to_altering_grad_requirements_algebra_2_on_chopping_block.html
Check it out and then tell us what you think by taking our online poll.
Should Algebra II be required in Nebraska High Schools?
http://go.unl.edu/poll_0003