<p>That’s what I am saying about practical math. The thing about algebra2, is, it’s a pretty standardized curriculum, and there have been longstanding standardized tests (eg. Regents) for the content. This makes it a lot harder to water down. If students are not getting a high school diploma that will support college-level achievement, then I’m not convinced it makes sense to get an academic-type diploma at all. Better for a kid to get a trades certification than severely watered-down academics which don’t prepare them for college or for a job with any real academic requirements.</p>