Purpose


The purpose of this rule amendment is to establish how the graduation requirements as specified in Section 1003.428, F.S., “General requirements for high school graduation; revised” apply to students who withdrew from the K-12 system and subsequently enroll in adult high school to earn an adult standard high school diploma. This rule as amended will establish a standardized policy for determining graduation requirements on an individual basis, including course requirements and state assessments. This rule revision will also ensure students receiving a high school diploma through adult education are held to the same requirements as a secondary student and will have the skills and knowledge required to be successful in the workplace and to enter postsecondary education. The effect is a rule consistent with law.