A new law in South Carolina has eliminated minimum grade requirements for public school students, removing the previous policy that mandated passing marks for promotion. The change comes amid ongoing uncertainty over pending teacher pay raises, which remain stalled due to unresolved budget negotiations. Educators and parents are now adjusting to the shift, which could impact academic accountability and student progression. With funding still under review, the timing of salary increases for teachers remains unclear.


South Carolina ban on school grade floors takes effect as teacher raises wait on budget  WLTX