The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (No Child Left Behind) is a landmark in education reform designed to improve student achievement and change the culture of America's schools. President George W. Bush describes this law as the "cornerstone of my administration." Clearly, our children are our future, and, as President Bush has expressed, "Too many of our neediest children are being left behind."
With passage of No Child Left Behind, Congress reauthorized the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)--the principal federal law affecting education from kindergarten through high school. In amending ESEA, the new law represents a sweeping overhaul of federal efforts to support elementary and secondary education in the United States. It is built on four common-sense pillars: accountability for results; an emphasis on doing what works based on scientific research; expanded parental options; and expanded local control and flexibility.
Source: http://www.ed.gov/nclb/overview/intro/index.html
The No Child Left Behind Act provides new education options for many families. This federal law allows parents to choose other public schools or take advantage of free tutoring if their child attends a school that needs improvement. Also, parents can choose another public school if the school their child attends is unsafe. The law also supports the growth of more independent charter schools, funds some services for children in private schools, and provides certain protections for homeschooling parents. Finally, it requires that states and local school districts provide information to help parents make informed educational choices for their child.
Source: http://www.ed.gov/nclb/choice/index.html
Strict accountability of public schools is a key piece of the federal No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB). Appropriately, school districts are required to report to their communities the success of their schools in meeting the many goals established in the law.
The Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) designation is only one of many measurements that determine the quality of our schools. Step into any school or classroom in the Clark County School District and great things are happening. We are committed to providing the best education possible to every one of our students and helping each student reach his or her highest academic potential.
