No
Child Left Behind
The
Federal No Child Left Behind act was signed by President
George Bush on January 8, 2002. It is a comprehensive Act
based on principles of higher accountability for results,
more freedom for local communities, using proven education
methods and providing more choices for parents. More information
can be found at US
Department of Education or
at the State
Department of Education.
No
Child Left Behind Teacher Resource Kit
Stronger
Accountability for Results
- Inclusive
of all students regardless of ability or disability
- Annual
report cards for State and School district performance.
- Schools
not making progress are required to provide supplement
services to bridge gaps.
More Freedom for States
and Communities
-
Flexibility
allowed in how Federal Funds are used
-
Can
focus on particular programs as well as hire more
resources
Proven education Methods
-
More
emphasis on determining best practices through rigorous
scientific research
-
Federal
funding targeted to support most effective programs
and teaching methods
More Choice for Parents
-
Under
certain conditions, parents may transfer children
to better performing Public Schools within District.
(School
must be deficient in meeting state standards for
at least two consecutive years.)
-
Low
Income students in schools that fail to meet standards
for three consecutive years are eligible to receive
supplemental educational services
-
Options
for students who attend a persistently dangerous
school or are a victim of a violent crime
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