Grade retention

Grade retention is when a student repeats a grade i.e. first grade, second grade, etc. Some students have disabilities and must repeat a grade due to the problem for not meeting their needs in the first place. Either way, grade retention can be emotionally damaging on a student's self-esteem.

 Other websites 
 Taking Responsibility for Ending Social Promotion: A Guide for Educators and State and Local Leaders. , U.S. Department of Education, May 1999.
 Position Statement on Student Grade Retention and Social Promotion. . National Association of School Psychologists, April 12, 2003.

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