As the Governor’s Statewide Graduation Council creates a new standard, the Board Chairs of the most influential business associations in Massachusetts issued a joint letter urging Governor Healey, Speaker Mariano, and Senate President Spilka to adopt rigorous standards that ensure all high school students graduate prepared for success.
Greg Buscone
Corey Thomas
Bill Walczak
Jon Bernstein
Ron O’Hanley
Jean-Charles Wirth
Kristin Lewis
Doug Manz
Sam King &
Mark Lorion
(co-chairs)
Why is a high school standard important?
The standard that Massachusetts sets for earning a high school diploma is critical to ensuring high expectations for all students, strengthening the Commonwealth’s talent pipeline, and preparing the next generation for future opportunity and success in our evolving economy.
