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Question of the Day: MCAS, NCLB and You

Let us know your thoughts on MCAS tests and NCLB in the comment section.

For the second year, parents are given the to another elementary school within the district.

Last year, when given the choice, , and principal Clare Sullivan said at the time all eight were new to the school.

But, with hundreds of schools in Massachusetts falling short of  adaquate yearly progress goals on MCAS scores, many schools are facing hurdles in meeting requirements under the federal No Child Left Behind law.

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What are your thoughts on the NCLB mandates and how do you measure if your student is succeeding in math and English?

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