It's interesting to see what different states did when revising their academic goals under NCLB. Most states received federal waivers set different expectations for different subgroups of students. The waivers issued by the Dept. of Ed. let states abandon the goal of 100% proficiency in reading and math but instead hold schools accountable for passing rates that varied by subgroup - as long as those schools make significant gains in closing the gaps in achievement. Only 8 states set the same targets for all students; 34 states have new accountablility plans. Wisconsin is a bit different. Read to find out why.
What do you think about the different types of waivers? Which makes sense to you? Is Wisconisin fair?
States Punch Reset Button With NCLB Waivers. Michele McNeil. 10.17.12 Education Week - Premium Article.
http://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2012/10/17/08waiver_ep.h32.html?tkn=VSCCx%2BRbnXA6Xa0XP0aTI90gUX%2Bn8GVcdo5m&cmp=clp-sb-ascd
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