A New York City high school student has complained she was awarded a diploma despite failing grades so the school could bolster its graduation rate. Melissa Mejia says she was given a passing grade in her government class even though she hadn't done the work. Her teacher admitted being "under tremendous pressure" to meet academic goals, and said it was in "the school's best interest to pass her."
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