TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senator Shirley K. Turner which would prohibit high school students from participating in graduation ceremonies if they have not completed all the requirements for graduation was approved by the Senate Education Committee today by a vote of 3-1.
“I believe it diminishes the achievements of others when students who have not adequately completed the requirements for graduation are allowed to participate in graduation ceremonies,” said Senator Turner, D-Mercer and Hunterdon. “The purpose of a high school education is to give students the skills and knowledge needed to be successful in their adult lives. If a student hasn’t demonstrated the necessary subject-area proficiency, then they should not take part in the commencement ceremony.”