Department of Education Has Pow Wow With America's Principals Over No Child Left Behind Act

[Note: From now on, the No Child Left Behind Act will be referred to NCLB]

In a U.S. Department of Education press release, the department reports the results of the meeting between them and the National Association of Elementary School Principals. A new and improved (sort of) NCLB was the center of discussion.

During the meeting, U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings addressed on of the main changes of the NCLB-offering tests that are suitable for students with persistent academic disabilities:

"This new approach recognizes that not all children have the same needs. New scientific research has shown that some students with persistent academic disabilities can make substantial progress toward grade-level achievement given the right instruction and assessments along with more time.... Of course, we must be careful to balance this new flexibility with safeguards to ensure that all of our students, including those with disabilities, receive the best education possible. That's why we'll continue to ensure these students count in accountability decisions."

The change will mean that $14 million will be spent for these student.