Do most states change graduation requirements for students with disabilities?
There is not a simple answer to this question because there is so much variability across states. Even when students must pass the same test to earn a standard diploma, their required coursework may be different. In some states, students may get a standard diploma for meeting IEP goals and objectives, yet there may be a notation to indicate that the diploma was earned at an individual level. Because of these variations, it is difficult and probably unwise to make generalizations. It is important not to assume what the policies and options are in any state or district, but instead to find out exactly what are the requirements and their consequences.
