NCLB Waivers

NCLB waivers refer to exemptions from certain requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act, a US education law. In 2012, the federal government allowed states to apply for waivers if they developed their own accountability systems aimed at improving student performance. States could opt out of strict measures like annual testing requirements and focus instead on customized goals, such as student growth or college readiness. This aimed to foster more flexibility and innovation in educational approaches while maintaining a commitment to accountability and improvement in schools.