Statement of New Hampshire Governor on Legislature Passing Definition of Adequate Education

June 27, 2007 -- New Hampshire Governor John Lynch issued the following statement today regarding passage of a definition of an adequate education:

“Passage of this definition is a significant step toward ensuring that all of New Hampshire’s children will have the broad educational opportunities they need to compete in today’s world.

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“The definition clearly identifies the educational programs that constitute an adequate education, including: history, algebra, chemistry, world languages, music, visual arts and literature. The definition incorporates the high standards for education programs in these areas as set forth in our existing school approval standards. And for the first time, New Hampshire makes clear that all children should have the opportunity to attend kindergarten.

“I applaud the leadership of Speaker Terie Norelli, Senate President Sylvia Larsen, and the House and Senate Education Committees on this critically important issue.

“This is an important step for New Hampshire and our children, and I look forward to signing it into law.”

Source: New Hampshire Governor