[AbeKrieger]

And it is true that test scores and grades do not take full account of the special talents of certain students.

Special Talents = skin pigmentation.

[CottonBall]

And it is true that test scores and grades do not take full account of the special talents of certain students.

I find this type of statement from our education weenies especially ironic since it is for the purpose of selecting who will get into college. They're not talking about those in trade schools that will need these other 'skills'. Colleges need students that can read, write, evaluate, take tests, study - all part of the course work required.