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No Child Left Behind
Well before Jan. 8, 2002, the HISD had embraced the goals and principles defined in the No Child Left Behind Act. The HISD ’s own mission statement, goals, accountability measures, improvement plans, and initiatives have given the district a head start on this sweeping education reform.
The goal of the federal No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 – signed into law on Jan. 8, 2002 – is to provide a quality education to every child in America regardless of his or her ability, background, or family income.
Basic Principles of No Child Left Behind
- Standards for student achievement and accountability for results
- Increased flexibility and local control of education dollars
- Expanded options for parents
- An emphasis on teaching methods that have been proven to work
Performance Goals
- By 2013-2014, all students will reach high standards, at a minimum 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, at a minimum 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.
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