South Carolina lawmakers have proposed a new measure banning public schools from enforcing grading policies that artificially inflate student scores beyond their actual performance. The legislation would penalize districts found in violation by withholding a portion of their state funding intended for classroom use. Critics argue the rule aims to prevent grade inflation practices that may undermine academic standards. Supporters claim it ensures fairness and transparency in student evaluations.
https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/bills/5073.htm Section 59-29-250. (A) No public school district or public school may adopt any type of grading system that requires a teacher to assign a minimum grade or score that exceeds the student's actual performance on required assignments. If a school district is found to be in violation of this section, the State Department of Education shall withhold ten percent of the school district's State Aid to Classroom funding. submitted by /u/onetoeisburning [link] [comments]
