Under the No Child Left Behind Act, schools can be penalized because of those tests. We could be considered as failures and sanctioned.

Schools and districts wouldn't face any sanctions because of the lateness of the tests.

If you look at how our schools perform on standardized tests, I think you certainly make the case that our schools have been performing well and they rate high. That is a benefit to us as we try to attract businesses and grow the ones that are here.

I'm really excited because of all the English Language Learners we have who scored in the higher range (on tests) also. It creates a strong foundation in the lower grades, which will bring greater achievement in the upper grades,

You love tests?"
"Well, yeah. There are questions and answers. True or false, multiple choice, essay. What's not to love?

A lot of schools are interested in him because of his speed and strength. He could have gotten a lot more yards Friday, but we didn't want to show too much.