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HB 1398

An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, further providing for grading, classification and promotion of pupils.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Valerie Gaydos and 2 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania bill modifies public school grading, classification, and student promotion standards under the 1949 Public School Code.

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Bill Summary · HB 1398

Legislative bill overview

HB 1398 proposes amendments to Pennsylvania's 1949 Public School Code regarding how students are graded, classified, and advanced through grade levels. The bill modifies existing provisions but the specific changes are not detailed in the bill number or title alone, requiring examination of the actual legislative text for precise alterations.

Why is this important

Grading and promotion policies directly affect student advancement, transcript records, and educational outcomes. Changes to these standards could influence how schools evaluate student performance, affect college admissions considerations, and potentially impact educational equity across districts with varying resources and standards.

Potential points of contention

  • Grading standards variation: Changes may create inconsistency between districts or conflict with existing local grading policies that schools have implemented
  • Student advancement criteria: Modifications to promotion requirements could affect grade retention practices and may raise concerns about social promotion versus academic standards
  • Special education and equity impacts: New classification or grading provisions could disproportionately affect students with disabilities or those from under-resourced communities if not carefully designed

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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