"I think the concept is good. There are some technical flaws that need to be worked out and they will be. Accountability is a good thing, and I think you need to hold the feet to the fire to improve performance. What matters is finding how to improve the operations of the system so students can be more successful."

-Dr. James E. Barker Superintendent, Erie School District

"...it is the perfect title for a piece of legislation. I can't imagine anyone who would not be in favor of something labeled No Child Left Behind, although I suspect people question what the definition of being 'left behind' is."

-Dr. Philip Kelly Professor of English, Gannon University

"The United States is the only country that puts students and teachers through this kind of program. You can't expect students to be like robots and all perform in the same manner. Some students are not natural test takers. The children are stressed, and then I get stressed for my students. I would rather be interacting and guiding my students than monitoring a test. It is public knowledge that the program is being implemented without all the proper resources. Let's put our money where our mouth is. If the students need more teaching or technology then supply it. Don't give me the recipe without the ingredients."

-Maria Alvarado-Gomez 3rd Grade, Jefferson Elementary School