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Opportunity for Input:  As the work of the Graduation Requirements Task Force narrows toward a more concrete, operational product for student success, input from stakeholders becomes a vital part of the process.

The Task Force was established in June 2021 to complete a comprehensive evaluation of Kansas high school graduation requirements in order to better meet the needs of students in the 21st century and reach the State Board's vision to lead the world in the success of each student. Jim McNiece, State Board Member, and Jarred Fuhrman, Principal at Basehor-Linwood High School, co-chair the Task Force.   Members

Meetings will primarily be conducted virtually. Agendas and meeting materials are posted below.

New Graduation Requirements FAQ (As of April 28, 2023)

New Graduation Requirements Presentation (PPT)

Graduation and Dropouts

High School Graduation Resources

• Graduation and Dropout Information Handbook  (PDF)
• Graduation Requirements Fact Sheet (PDF)
• KIDS Exit Codes (D27) Applied to Graduation Rate Formula (PDF)
• Diploma for Students in Custody of DCF and KDOC Fact Sheet  (PDF)
• Sample Eligibility Checklist for Students in Custody of JJA and DCF (XLS)
• Title IX Requirements for Supporting the Success of Pregnant and Parenting Students (PDF)
• Federal Non-Regulatory Guidance on Four-Year Adjusted Cohort Rate (PDF)
• Students Staying for Transitional Services Fact Sheet (PDF)
• DGSR EXIT Code Cheat Sheet (PDF)
• ESSA Graduation Rate Guidance (PDF)
• Graduation Requirements in Kansas (PDF)

Dropout and Dropout Prevention Resources

• Dropout Fact Sheet (PDF)
• Required Elements on the Compulsory School Attendance Disclaimer Form (PDF)
• Sample Compulsory School Attendance Disclaimer Form (PDF)
• Suggested Dropout Processes and Procedures
• ABC's of Dropping Out Fact Sheet
• National Dropout Prevention Center Website
• 15 Effective Strategies for Dropout Prevention (Schargel Consulting Group)

Dropout Graduation Summary Report (DGSR) Web Page Link

Graduation and Dropout Presentations       

• Kansans Can - Elementary Presentation
• Kansans Can - Secondary Presentation
• Understanding Kansas Graduation and Dropout Calculations  (PDF)
• Changes to the 2012 Graduation and Dropout Calculations Sept 2012 (PowerPoint)
• Data Quality in the Dropout Graduation Summary Report April 2013 (PowerPoint)
• Graduation and Dropout Information April 2013 (PowerPoint)
• Alternative High School Education Summit Presentation February 2015 (PDF)
• Understanding the Kansas Graduation and Dropout Calculation Webinar

Graduation and Dropout Data

• State Level 2016-2018 Graduation and Dropout Data (PDF)
• State Level 2015-2017 Graduation and Dropout Data (PDF)
• State Level 2014-2016 Graduation and Dropout Data (PDF)
• State Level 2013-2015 Graduation and Dropout Data (PDF)
• State Level 2012-2014 Graduation and Dropout Data (PDF)
• State Level 2011-2013 Graduation and Dropout Data (PDF)
• State Level 2010-2012 Graduation and Dropout Data (PDF)
• State Level 2009-2011 Graduation Data (PDF)
• State Level 2008-2010 Graduation Data (PDF)
• Four-Year Adjusted Cohort Handout (PDF)
• Kansas K-12 Reports
• Building Report Card

Graduation and Dropout Regulations and Statutes

• Kansas State Regulation #KAR 91-31-31 (unit of credit) (PDF) * Find letter "P" to find the definition of "Unit of Credit"
• Kansas State Regulation #KAR 91-31-35 (graduation requirements) (PDF)
• Kansas State Statute #38-2285 (awarding diploma to children in custody of DCF or federally recognized Indian tribe)
• Kansas State Statute #38-2388 (awarding diploma to children in custody of KDC)
• Kansas State Statute #72-1111 (compulsory school attendance)
• Kansas State Statute #72-1113 (truancy)
• Kansas State Statute #72-53,111 (educational services for individuals 19 years and older)
• Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) High School Graduation Rate Non-Regulatory Guidance (PDF)