BOSTON (WWLP) - 22News is diving into question 2, which asks whether Massachusetts should get rid of MCAS standardized testing as a high school graduation requirement. With Massachusetts's' reputation of having the best public education in the country, there are parents, teachers, and advocates on both sides of the debate. A yes vote would get rid of the MCAS standardized test as a high school graduation requirement, although students would still take the MCAS as a diagnostic tool. A no vote would keep the MCAS requirement in place. The Massachusetts Teachers Association is leading the charge for Yes on 2. 22News spoke to the president of the organization, who says a no vote misunderstands why Massachusetts leads in education. "They are dedicated to this idea of a punitive, high stakes test as somehow being the key to Massachusetts public education success, which is just ludicrous. The core to our success is our investment in ours schools and or educators and the high standards that our educators keep," said Massachusetts Teachers Association President, Max Page. Page says educators are tired of "teaching to the test." Some teachers think that the MCAS is essential to make sure students across the state are meeting the same educational benchmarks. 22News spoke to an 8th grade math teacher from Agawam, who says there are other ways to help students who fail to pass besides than getting rid of the test completely. "Like, that's a small problem to address, is 700 students," said Agawam teacher Cindy Agruso. "And help, and work with DECI, and say what other pathways, what can we do for student who get to this point, what is it we can do next." A Springfield public school teacher told 22News that he has concerns about the state standards without a MCAS test that could differ from district to district. "Your zip code should not define the quality of education you receive. That, to me, is what makes a public education. And your diploma should not be defined by your zip code either," said Roni Gold, the Springfield teacher. Both western Massachusetts teachers told 22News that they would heavily consider supporting a future ballot question that has a more clear path forward once the MCAS is phased out. You can make your voice heard on November 5--your vote will help determine the future of public education in Massachusetts.