[Theodore R.]

This is a good example of how "popular will" causes elected officials (in this case in Central Louisiana, but it could be anywhere) Ito bend to "public opinion," even at the expense of principle. Moreover, why would a student who failed an exit exam want to be part of a graduation ceremony? It's likely that "education" is now mostly a "rite of passage."

[grobdriver]

Tioga High School senior Tiffney Juneau let out tears of relief

Here's another one. Poor Tiffney.
Probably too busy out partying with her "friends" Crystal, Amber and Star to study enough to pass ridiculously easy exit exams.

[Seeking the truth]

It's all about self-esteem, you see!

[Puppage]

God forbid their precious little self esteem should be compromised.