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New Jersey Schools Begin New School Year with New Graduation Requirements,
Academic Standards and Reforms in Many Areas

As children say goodbye to another summer vacation and begin the familiar rituals that lead up to the return to school, educators throughout the state are hard at work preparing for a year that will be punctuated by major reforms on many levels. These reforms are led by changes in state academic standards to reflect the expectations and challenges of the 21st century, and more rigorous and relevant high school graduation requirements to better prepare graduates for higher education and the workplace.

"We are fortunate in New Jersey to have Governor Corzine’s unwavering support of our schools and students." said Commissioner of Education Lucille E. Davy. "In the face of a fiscal crisis that has resulted in crippling cuts to education in other states throughout the country, Governor Corzine has kept education funding intact and in fact has increased it by $1.2 billion since he assumed office.

"Beyond that, he has sponsored programs designed to assist our neediest and most vulnerable students, including students with autism and preschool age children who are economically disadvantaged," Commissioner Davy added.

via www.state.nj.us