Georgia’s Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Amendment

In December 2019, the U.S. Department of Education approved an update to Georgia's ESSA state plan that includes a state-defined Alternate Diploma that better includes students with significant cognitive disabilities. The Georgia Department of Education has created a fact sheet that explains how the Alternate Diploma will impact students. Click here for additional information:

State-Defined Alternate Diploma FAQ for Families

Georgia High School Diploma Options