Which provision is associated with state testing under No Child Left Behind?

• A. Inclusion of Students with Disabilities in State Testing
• B. Exclusion of Students with Disabilities from State Testing
• C. No testing required for Students with Disabilities
• D. Testing only for general education students

Answer: (A)

Under No Child Left Behind, accountability hinges on including every student in state assessments. The provision requires that students with disabilities participate in state testing, with accommodations or through an alternate assessment when appropriate, rather than being excluded. This ensures the school’s results reflect the performance of all students, not just those in general education. For a student with a visual impairment, this means providing accessible test formats and supports—such as braille, large print, screen-reader compatibility, or extra time—so they can demonstrate what they’ve learned. Excluding students or limiting testing to general education contradicts the policy and undermines accountability.