Tell Congress a new federal education bill must mean more opportunity and learning for students
03/30/2015

 

 

Right now, Congress is working on a reauthorization bill for the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), also known as No Child Left Behind (NCLB), the cornerstone education law in America.

 

Since adopted 12 years ago, No Child Left Behind has made no significant progress in closing achievement and opportunity gaps for students. Instead, it has perpetuated a system that delivers unequal opportunities and uneven quality to America’s children making it impossible for educators to do what is most important: instill a love of learning in their students.

 

NCLB more than doubled the number of standardized tests to 17 from just six in 2002. This has created a learning environment for students where nearly a third of teachers’ time is now spent on test and preparation.

 

We believe the new ESEA must focus on opportunity for all, ensure more time for students to learn, and empower educators to lead.

 

Contact your members of Congress. Tell them to pass a new ESEA bill that provides opportunity for all students.