Washington § 28A.230.700 - Purpose of diploma — Elements of obtainment.

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§ 28A.230.700. Purpose of diploma — Elements of obtainment.

(1) The purpose of a high school diploma is to declare that a student is ready for success in postsecondary education, gainful employment, and citizenship, and is equipped with the skills to be a lifelong learner.
(2) Except as provided in RCW 28A.230.320, graduation from a public high school and the earning of a high school diploma must include the following:
(a) Satisfying the graduation requirements established by the state board of education under RCW 28A.230.090 and any graduation requirements established by the applicable public high school or school district;
(b) Satisfying credit and subject area requirements for graduation;
(c) Demonstrating career and college readiness through completion of the high school and beyond plan required by RCW 28A.230.212; and
(d) Meeting the requirements of at least one graduation pathway option required by RCW 28A.230.710.
(3) Successful completion of the requirements in subsection (2) of this section signals a student's readiness to graduate with a meaningful high school diploma that fulfills the purpose of a diploma as established by this section.
[ 2024 c 66 s 1.]

Source: official Washington text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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