No Child Left Behind

Current and archived coverage chronicles efforts and developments towards having all students reach proficiency in math and reading by 2014.

NCLB Found to Raise Scores Across Spectrum

Scores for "advanced" and "basic" students rose in nearly three-fourths of tests studied, almost as much as those labeled "proficient." June 17, 2009

Commentary

Educational Triage in D.C.

"In her own backyard, Rhee is making policy decisions that are explicitly designed to make adults look good, even as many children are left behind," writes Jennifer L. Jennings. June 12, 2009

Commentary

Let's Not 'Kill Off' NCLB

“We need fixes (not weakening), and we need to make important next steps. But before we listen to those whose failed policies have not worked in the past telling us to kill NCLB, let’s be very, very careful,” writes B. Alexander Kress. June 11, 2009

4 Ga. Schools Investigated for Possible Cheating

June 11, 2009, AP

Commentary

Time to Kill 'No Child Left Behind'

"It is too late to tweak NCLB. Seven years after it was signed into law, it is clear that the program deserves to be buried," writes Diane Ravitch. June 8, 2009

News Briefs

Reading First

March 3, 2009

Effects of Mentoring

March 3, 2009

N.J. Parents Lose Suit Over NCLB

The federal No Child Left Behind Act does not provide a private right to sue over its parental-notice and tutoring provisions, a federal appeals court has ruled. December 1, 2008

School Choice

A new report outlines strategies to help more students make use of the school choice provision in the federal No Child Left Behind Act. December 1, 2008

Accountability Still a Grad-Rate Issue

The Department of Education soon will publish new regulations that require states to improve the way they calculate and report high school graduation rates. October 27, 2008

Spellings Creates Education Index

The latest unemployment rates, inflation rates, and other economic indicators are staples of TV and radio newscasts. September 15, 2008

More News Briefs

Key Democrats Question Parts of Obama Budget

Fiscal leaders in the House and Senate are voicing concern about proposed shifts in Title I money and a big boost for the Teacher Incentive Fund. Updated: June 8, 2009

Grade Inflation Seen in Evaluations of Teachers, Regardless of System

A survey of more than 15,000 teachers found that more than nine in 10 tenured teachers were deemed to have met local standards. Updated: June 5, 2009

Va. Considers Dropping 3rd-grade History Test

May 28, 2009, AP

Obama Budget Choices Scrutinized

Following the windfall for education in the stimulus, the plan for fiscal 2010 prompts scrutiny, especially proposed shifts in Title I. May 18, 2009

Hong Kong’s Math Found More Difficult Than Massachusetts

Elementary pupils are exposed to more complex math in Hong Kong than in Massachusetts—both top performers on international exams. Updated: May 15, 2009

In Standards Push, Lawmakers Cheer States’ Initiative

Some in Congress voice support for a state-driven initiative, while remaining wary of an explicit federal role. May 12, 2009

Commentary

Rethinking 'Restructuring'

Jack Jennings, Caitlin Scott, & Nancy Kober write, "Hope should not be pinned on a single restructuring plan." May 12, 2009

H.S. Reformers Seize on NAEP Scores to Help Make Case

Reform advocates seize on results to bolster their goal of toughening NCLB accountability at the high school level. May 8, 2009

Commentary

Arts Education—Hold the Applause, Pass the Collection Plate

Adrienne Ziluca writes, "The arts encourage critical thinking, creative problem-solving, effective communication, and teamwork. By fostering self-expression, they also help bolster confidence and keep students engaged in school." May 6, 2009

House Panel Considers Federal Role in Standards

April 29, 2009

Quality of Evaluations Draws New Attention As Stimulus Aid Flows

April 21, 2009

Former Official at Gates Takes On 'Innovation' Job

Updated: April 20, 2009

Proposed Title I Changes Ease Tutoring Rules

April 2, 2009

Rules Allowing Extended Time on Graduation

March 31, 2009

Title I Turnaround Programs Due for Big Cash Boost

March 16, 2009