Each school with a schoolwide program is given substantial flexibility for defining its own programs and the use of its resources. Parents, teachers, and students must be involved in planning efforts. Support teams must ensure high quality involvement from all groups in the planning process. Support teams must facilitate the development of strong partnerships among all stakeholders. Accountability was focused primarily on compliance issues.
Accountability is focused primarily on student achievement.
Support teams must assist the school in establishing ongoing mechanisms for gauging student progress and adapting accordingly.