More Information
This webpage was created to provide more information and resources for policymakers and our legislative stakeholders. If you're learning about FutureReady for the first time, please visit the FutureReady webpage for more information on the proposal.
Please direct all legislative inquiries to:
FutureReady is the State Board of Education’s effort to update Washington’s high school graduation requirements to better prepare students to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
The proposal would:
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Remove the current requirement that students complete one of nine graduation pathway options and instead demonstrate readiness through successful completion of strengthened credit and subject-area requirements and a meaningful High School and Beyond Plan.
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Update requirements within the existing 24-credit framework to strengthen learning in financial education, technology and media literacy, mathematics, civics, and mental health.
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Better balance core and flexible credits to give students more opportunities to pursue coursework aligned with their postsecondary goals.
Together, these changes combine strong academic expectations with meaningful, personalized learning to ensure every student graduates ready to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
The earliest new graduation requirements would take effect under this proposal is with the graduating Class of 2032.
This proposal will not take effect unless it is approved through legislative and board action following opportunities for public comment. Changes identified as having a fiscal impact would not take effect until funded by the Legislature.
Supporting Materials
Resolution to Approve the Washington FutureReady State Graduation Requirement Framework
The State Board of Education approved a resolution during its August 12–13 meeting that sets the direction for proposed updates to Washington’s high school graduation requirements.
FutureReady: Legislation vs Rulemaking
This document outlines which changes will require legislative action and what will be considered through the agency’s rulemaking process.
View the “FutureReady Legislation vs. Rulemaking” One-Pager
FutureReady Bill Language
The Board’s proposal will be presented to the Legislature for consideration during the 2027 legislative session.
FutureReady Draft Proposed Rules
The Board is expected to vote on draft proposed rules at its December 2026 meeting. If rules are approved in December, the Board would open a public comment period, which would stay open during the 2027 Legislative Session. See link below for an early draft that the Board is reviewing at its October meeting. Adjustments are anticipated before the Board's vote anticipated in December.
