This generalization created by The Regents Board has sparked a flame of fury amongst the families of special needs children, especially since the commencement credential could potentially hinder their child's chances of employment or going to college in the future. ... The skills credential will only be offered to students with the uttermost level of special needs (students with poor language skills and no ability to write or take a test), which is criteria that only fits about one percent of students currently in special education. ...

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