The No Child Left Behind is the historic, bipartisan education reform effort that was passed into law on January 8, 2002. The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB) reauthorized the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) -- the main federal law affecting education from kindergarten through high school.  NCLB is built on four principles: accountability for results, more choices for parents, greater local control and flexibility, and an emphasis on doing what works based on scientific research. 

No Child Left Behind Act Goals:

By 2013-2014, all students will reach high standards, at a minimum attaining proficiency or better in reading/language arts and math

All limited English proficient students will become proficient in English and reach high academic standards

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