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As one of the federal government´s most sweeping changes to education in a generation, the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act will affect every school in West Virginia.

The act´s overall purpose is to ensure that children in every classroom enjoy the benefits of well-prepared teachers, research-based curriculum and safe learning environments.

President George W. Bush signed the Act into law on January 8, 2002. It provides nearly $1 billion a year over the next five years to strengthen public schools.

NCLB is a blend of new requirements, new incentives and new resources. Some of its provisions will challenge states, schools and districts to take immediate action. Others will be implemented over the long term.

This page links helpful information to educators, parents and communities so they may better understand and prepare for the changes NCLB will bring.

NCLB is an exciting opportunity to align federal and state initiatives in common support of higher student achievement, stronger public schools and a better-prepared teacher workforce.