An Action Guide for Community and Parent Leaders

An Action Guide for Community and Parent Leaders:
Using NCLB to Improve Student Achievement (543 kb) PDF

The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB) was signed into law on January 8, 2002. It is the current name for the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) passed in 1965. The law comprises nine titles and over 50 different programs, the largest of which is known as Title I. Title I supports school districts educating low-income students through federal funds and programs, and includes many opportunities for parent and community involvement.

This Guide is designed for parents and community members in understanding the complexities of NCLB, what the law says. The Guide is divided into the major sections of ANCLB contained in Titles I, II and III, and focuses on action tips for both parents and the community. However, the Guide is also designed to serve as a resource for educators, elected officials, policymakers, the media and the general public. PEN believes that the more public understanding there is of NCLB, the more empowered local and community members will be in assuring their rights and making recommendations to improve the law.