In an article titled “NEA in Congress: Fewer Standardized Tests, More Help, Please” written by Alain Jehlen, the Elementary Education Act and Secondary Education (ESEA) is the largest source of federal law. funds for public schools. This fund is generally awarded to schools that perform well. This forces not only teachers but also schools to apply rigorous teaching. Another problem that arises with teaching to the test is the lack of learning potential of students. It becomes boring and uninteresting when the teaching methods do not involve hands-on movements and activities. This environment also discourages creativity. Overall, teaching to the test creates stress not only for the educator but also for the