New Hampshire to receive $46 million for charter schools over 5 years
Grant awarded to only 3 states
Grant awarded to only 3 states
New Hampshire has received a record $46 million grant to expand charter schools.
The five-year grant will focus on at-risk students and help to expand the best practices in high-quality charter schools to all 28 in the state.
New Hampshire was one of only three states to receive grants from the federal department of education's charter school program.
This year, $3.3 million from the grant will be available.
“New Hampshire charter schools have not only provided excellent educations for Granite State students, but provided a model for innovation and education improvement for the nation,” said Education Commissioner Frank Edelblut. “Every kid deserves an educational environment in which they can thrive. Charter schools provide a valuable alternative for students who need one.”
“I want to commend the New Hampshire Department of Education for securing this funding,” said Gov. Chris Sununu. “The department highlighted the success New Hampshire has achieved through the growth of charter schools, and put together a plan to build on that success for the benefit of at-risk students. These funds will help us improve education in the Granite State – a win for our kids.”