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Download full textOhnemus, Edward, Ed. – 2002
This reference guide outlines what is new for educational programs under the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act of 2001. It also describes how the NCLB's four guiding principles--(1) focus on what works; (2) reduce bureaucracy and increase flexibility; (3) increase accountability for student performance; and (4) empower parents--are brought to bear…
Descriptors: Accountability, Community Control, Educational Improvement, Educational Legislation
Department of Labor, Washington, DC. Secretary's Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills. – 1991
This document explains how community groups can use the Labor Secretary's Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) process to ensure that skills taught in school are those sought by employers. Chapter 1 explains how the SCANS process works. Chapter 2 is titled "What SCANS Means to You." Chapter 3 explains how to build coalitions,…
Descriptors: Community Action, Community Control, Community Cooperation, Education Work Relationship
Sealey, D. Bruce; Riffel, J. Anthony – 1986
Prepared by independent evaluators at the request of the Interlake Tribal Division for Schools, this report assesses the status of education in Fairford and makes recommendations for comprehensive educational improvements that would enable the community to regain local control of education. The opening sections describe the present situation,…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, American Indian Education, Canada Natives, Change Strategies
