
So NCLB may or may not assure that student is really left behind in school. The way I see it is the 'regular' students are definitely given the attention and tools they need to succeed with the PSSA's. They are trained in writing, reading, answering questions, critical thinking, application, synthesis and analysis to perform well on the big PSSA test. Students practice thier vocabulary and the development of a sufficient 5-paragraph essay throughout the school year so that they are thoroughly prepared for the test in the spring. So, maybe NCLB is not so bad for these 'regular' students that take the test. But, what about those students who do not have to take the test. That is, what happens to the special education kids? Why does NCLB not refer to or really suggest guiding these students to be able to take a reformed PSSA test? Why does NCLB only effect the 'regular' students? Why is it that yet again, special education students ARE being left behind?

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