Daily Archives: March 20, 2025

PRESS RELEASE: NEA-NH President: Trump Administration Push to End the U.S. Department of Education Jeopardizes the Future of Public Education in New Hampshire

CONCORD, NH – Today, President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order pushing to end the Department of Education. This is the Administration’s latest extreme action that hurts New Hampshire students and public schools, following moves to lay off 50% of Department of Education employees.   Megan Tuttle, President of NEA-New Hampshire, provided the following statement in response: “All students deserve a high-quality education, safe and welcoming public schools, and the support they need to thrive. Unfortunately, President Trump’s extreme actions jeopardize the ability of Granite State students to build bright futures. If it becomes a reality, Trump’s move will take resources […]

PRESS RELEASE: NH House Blocks Action to Address Extreme Classroom Temperatures

CONCORD, NH – Today, the New Hampshire House voted “Inexpedient to Legislate” on HB 329. This bill would have required New Hampshire school boards to develop air quality policies and plans to minimize or eliminate poor indoor air quality and temperature conditions. This bill would also require schools to implement the U.S. EPA Tools for Schools program to help provide and maintain good indoor air quality in public school buildings.  Megan Tuttle, President of NEA-New Hampshire, provided the following statement after the vote: “We know when air quality is poor and temperatures are extreme, students struggle to learn, and educators […]