**California to Allow Students to Graduate High School Without Math and English**.
**Introduction**.
In a controversial move, California has recently passed legislation that will allow students to graduate high school without passing traditional math and English proficiency exams. This decision has sparked heated debate among educators, parents, and the public, raising questions about the long-term consequences for California’s education system and workforce..
**Background**.
Historically, students in California have been required to pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) in math and English in order to receive their high school diplomas. However, the state has faced increasing pressure in recent years to remove these requirements due to high failure rates and concerns over inequitable access to quality education..
**The New Law**.
The new legislation, Assembly Bill 1053, was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom on March 18, 2023. It eliminates the CAHSEE as a graduation requirement and replaces it with a .
