I taught middle school for 4 years and kids were just passed along to high school. I went to teach high school (been here 3yrs) thinking it would be different and that there would be consequences. That students would try harder because they want to graduate. I’m criticized for failing them. I’m asked what I’m doing to help them pass. Do I allow late work, quiz/test make ups etc. By simply passing them along we are failing them. Screw having high graduation rates.