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The Best of Our Knowledge

The Best Of Our Knowledge

Reimagining graduation requirements

By Lucas Willard

Published June 24, 2024 at 3:00 PM EDT

New York State Education Commissioner Dr. Betty Rosa

New York education officials have unveiled a proposal that would transform the state’s graduation requirements.

Lucas Willard speaks with state Commissioner of Education Dr. Betty Rosa.

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The Best Of Our Knowledge

Lucas Willard

Lucas Willard is a news reporter and host at WAMC Northeast Public Radio, which he joined in 2011. He produces and hosts The Best of Our Knowledge and WAMC Listening Party.

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