Bill > HB1210

This bill amends the Illinois School Code to remove the requirement for students entering 9th grade in the 2028-2029 school year and beyond to complete two years of foreign language courses as a prerequisite for high school graduation. Previously, students would have been required to successfully complete two years of foreign language courses, which could have included American Sign Language, as part of their graduation requirements. By striking this provision, the bill eliminates the mandatory foreign language study, giving schools and students more flexibility in course selection. The change appears to be part of an ongoing series of modifications to high school course requirements in Illinois, which have included updates to computer literacy, mathematics, and other subject areas. The bill maintains other existing course requirements such as language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and elective courses like music, art, or vocational education.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1210&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104