No Child Left Behind (NCLB) 2001

Summary:

This page briefly describes the federal No Child Left Behind Act and links to additional information.

In January 2002, the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (No Child Left Behind Act of 2001) was signed into law. It holds states accountable for student achievement and requires that schools show increasing performance for all students. The performance gaps in reading and math must be narrowed. Schools must replace standards that reflect minimum expectations with challenging educational standards. Students must have access to curriculum and scientifically research-based instruction programs that will enable them to achieve proficient levels on state standards. The scope and frequency of state testing programs is expanded. Appropriately qualified teachers and paraprofessionals must staff every classroom.

Resources:
For information on No Child Left Behind Implementation in Florida, go to the Florida Departement of Education's NCLB webpage at http://www.fldoe.org/NCLB/.

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