[dragnet2]

Want a higher grade on a test? Just take it again. Grades will no longer be reduced for failure to meet deadlines. Zeroes will not be used for missing work. Students will be able to retake all exams and use the higher score.

What's their motive for doing this in Texas?

Has to be a motive...

[Jedidah]

Motive? Probably because they want the kids to learn the material, and sometimes you have to “try, try again.”