"Canfield Middle School has some of the highest test scores in the state, yet we are in AYP jail. Statistically, it comes down to two or three special education students who, although they made fantastic growth, did not reach proficiency. Because of that, the entire school is considered a failure. There is absolutely no reason, except for an arbitrary formula made up by someone who hasn't been in the classroom in years that Canfield should be labeled a failure.

"This law needs to be restructured; it's a failure. I am all for accountability, but NCLB is punishment."

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