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District says Regents exams will become optional under a single diploma plan
What happened
At the Oct. 5, 2026 meeting the curriculum office said the Board of Regents approved a plan in September to move to one diploma, with Regents exams optional as a way to show proficiency. More information is expected next month.
Why it matters to families
Regents exams have been a graduation requirement. Students and parents may soon choose how to show they are ready to graduate.
The evidence
The October 2026 board synopsis reports the update. Details of the plan and Central Islip's local steps have not yet been published.
The source
October 2026 Board of Education synopsisSee the full record for Central Islip Union Free School District.
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