Thursday, February 6, 2003, 8:30 a.m.
Omni Charlotte Hotel
132 East Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina
(Washington, DC) -- The public debate over affirmative action has highlighted once again the need to improve elementary and secondary education. Recent reports indicate that states are struggling to meet the requirements set by the "No Child Left Behind" education law enacted last year.
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will hold a briefing on February 6, 2003, in Charlotte, NC, to examine state efforts to reform public schools in the Carolinas, including high-stakes testing and accountability measures. The briefing will also explore the national civil rights implications of the "No Child Left Behind" law.
"Each state is responsible for ensuring that children of all races, socioeconomic backgrounds, and regions receive an excellent K-12 education," affirms Commission Chairperson Mary Frances Berry. "The Commission looks forward to hearing from a diverse group of front-line educators, policymakers, and national education experts at the briefing in Charlotte."
02/06/03