No Child Left Behind

The goal of the federal No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 is to provide a quality education to every child in America regardless of his or her ability, background, or family income.

Basic Principles

• Standards for student achievement and accountability for results
• Increased flexibility and local control of education dollars
• Expanded options for parents
• Emphasis on teaching methods that have been proven to work

Performance Goals

• By 2013-2014, all students will reach high standards, attaining proficiency or better in reading/language arts and mathematics.
• All limited-English-proficient students will become proficient in English and reach high academic standards, attaining proficiency in reading/language arts and mathematics.
• By 2005-2006, all students will be taught by highly qualified teachers.
• All students will be educated in learning environments that are safe, drug-free, and conducive to learning.
• All students will graduate from high school.

NCLB Resource Documents-Highly Qualified Teachers

• No Child Left Behind Guidelines for Campus Administrators
• NCLB Worksheet (Elementary)
• NCLB Worksheet (Secondary)
• Records Review/Request Form