Which year marked the passage of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act?

The No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act was signed into law in 2001, marking a significant shift in federal education policy aimed at increasing accountability for schools. This legislation mandated standardized testing and set ambitious goals to improve student achievement, particularly for disadvantaged children. The intent was to ensure that all students, regardless of background, had access to a quality education, and it heavily emphasized the necessity for schools to demonstrate progress in student performance.

While earlier discussions and drafts may have begun in the late 1990s, the formal legislative enactment occurred in 2001, making that year pivotal in shaping educational policies across the United States. Subsequent years, such as 2004 and 2008, saw various regulations and amendments related to the NCLB Act but did not coincide with its initial passage.