i am not sure they just said special needs.
Special needs students include:
* Physically challenged -- including those with various medical difficulties that make unable to walk or see or hear or manipulate their hands or speak.
* Mentally impaired -- those in the public schools usually have IQs in the 50s and 60s, which is much lower than the normal IQ of 100. These students usually function academically several grades below their peers.
* Emotionally impaired -- their needs often make them unable to learn to their potential or fit into a normal classroom or testing situation.
* Learning disabled -- these students have normal intelligence but have great difficulties learning in one or more areas.
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Your question: Should special needs students be exempt from graduation exams? doesn't have a simple answer.
I urge you to read this article as you think about the question. I found it in the Google search that Writeacher posted for you.
http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_qa3617/is_200011/ai_n8908143
After you've read this article, please post your thesis statement.
I suggest that the school follow each student's Child Study Committee and the IEP to determine who should take the graduation exam and under what conditions.
If you are not sure about the specific type of special needs someone mentioned, it's important to gather more information in order to understand the situation better. You can ask for additional details or context to get a clearer picture of the person's needs.
Here are a few suggestions on how you can approach the situation:
1. Ask for clarification: Politely ask the person who mentioned the special needs for more information. You can say something like, "Could you please provide more details about the specific special needs you are referring to?"
2. Use active listening: Pay close attention to any information or cues the person may provide during the conversation. Reflecting back what you've understood demonstrates that you are actively listening and interested in understanding better. For example, you can say, "If I understood correctly, you mentioned that there are specific needs. Could you please elaborate on what those needs might be?"
3. Seek assistance from others: If you're unsure about how to approach the situation, it can be helpful to consult with someone who might have more experience or knowledge in dealing with special needs. This could be a teacher, counselor, family member, or a professional who specializes in special education or support.
By taking these steps, you can gather more information and better understand the nature of the special needs that were mentioned. This will enable you to provide appropriate support or seek further assistance if needed.