The program allows students to advance through high school.
In coming years, statewide tests (with class work and attendance) will determine which students advance to the next grade.
He said the success of the program could be measured as the students advanced through the school system.
"The students advanced a couple of reasons for this," he said.
Only students who demonstrate academic competence should advance to the next grade.
The 4th Grading is the most important because it determines if the student will advance a grade in the next school year.
Dr. Kelly said most students advance one grade in reading each year.
After three successful exams, the student will advance to the yellow belt.
Continuous progress permits students to advance in a course at their own pace.
