“What we have done for our students in this budget is tremendous. We are spending more on education than ever before and putting our students and teachers first.” - Gov. Kelly Ayotte

What They're Saying: Governor Ayotte's Education Priorities

"Students learn differently, and families deserve to choose what educational opportunity is best for their child. I'm thankful that Governor Ayotte is delivering on her promise to expand education freedom to students across New Hampshire and I look forward to working with her to help Granite State students thrive." – State Senator Bill Gannon, Sandown

"Governor Ayotte's budget delivers for Manchester and all of New Hampshire. Governor Ayotte is sending more funding to towns and cities than ever before, helping cities like Manchester improve our schools and provide better educational opportunities for our students." – Manchester School Board Member Joy Senecal

How Governor Ayotte is Delivering for New Hampshire Schools

• Over $2.5 billion in funding for education — more than ever before
• A record $98 million invested in special education, nearly 50% more than the previous biennium
• Education freedom for all public school students
• $1 million in grants to help local school districts remove cell phones from classrooms