Each year, the writers of High School Perspectives have to develop their own styles. Chris and Jeff have developed theirs. Dear Dr. B, I need to understand why people who have premade plans and commitments for the summer cannot rearrange their exam schedule. I understand that you are afraid of cheating, but why can't a student take the make-up exam for that course in a free spot during their exams. It makes no sense not to allow this.
People have flights that are unrefundable and commitments that are already packaged and signed.
There is no reason why the school cannot accomodate to these needs. There is no rule regarding that. I also understand that the person can take the exam when they return, but I feel that is unfair. Some students may not return until after the summer. They cannot be expected to remember everything and do well on the exam.