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PGCPS Graduating Seniors Learn Computer Glitch Robbed Them Of Required Credits
Nearly three dozen PGCPS graduating seniors have learned that a computer glitch cost them credits they need to graduate.
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, MD — Close to three dozen Prince George's County high school seniors haven't met graduation requirements due to a glitch in the system the school district uses to verify their credits.
Students are set to receive their diplomas in a few months but numerous parents received a letter from Prince George's County Public Schools that said:
“It has come to our attention that our Graduation Notification Tool used to verify credits needed to graduate was inaccurate. While your scholar has successfully earned 3 science credits, they are unfortunately missing an earth and space science credit needed to graduate in May 2023.”
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According to DC News Now, the school district confirmed that 34 students have been impacted by the computer glitch. The district told DC News Now that the error "will not keep students from graduating."
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