Releases

NEA Annual Rankings and Estimates Exposes Serious Issues

Too many legislators are working to drive dedicated educators from the profession Concord, NH – April 24, 2023 – The annual NEA Rankings and Estimates Report was released today. The data, combined with a recent NEA-New Hampshire survey of its members indicates a perfect storm is brewing in public education that needs to be addressed. New Hampshire reported an average teacher salary for 2021-2022 of $62,783 ranking us 33rd in the country: almost $4,000 less than the national average, $9,200 less than the New England average, and $26,755 less than our neighbor to the south, Massachusetts. The report also found […]

NEA-NH Statement on House Passage of HB 2

CONCORD, NH, April 6, 2023 – The New Hampshire House of Representatives passed their version of the budget today, HB 2, voting to approve a much-improved product from what the House Finance committee originally voted out. “The education funding formula approved today delivers more aid to some of the communities who need it most,” said Megan Tuttle, NEA-New Hampshire President. “We are also pleased that school voucher expansion language was removed from HB 2, and that spending on the program was moderated in the agreement voted on today.” “We look forward to working with the Senate to ensure that the […]

NEA-NH Releases 2022 Contested Primary Recommendations

This year may be the most consequential election in our history. It starts next week with the New Hampshire primaries on Tuesday, September 13. NEA-New Hampshire’s Government Relations Committee and Executive Board have recommended 51 candidates in this year’s contested primaries. The complete list appears below.  This year’s list includes 38 Democrats and 13 Republicans. “We need elected officials who will work together to ensure our educators are fairly compensated, our schools are fully funded, and every child receives a fair and equitable education,” said Megan Tuttle, NEA-New Hampshire President. “These elected officials start their journey as candidates who are […]

NEA-NH Recommends Fenton for Senate District 10   

CONCORD, NH – AUGUST 30, 2022- Today, NEA-New Hampshire, the state’s largest association of public-school educators, announced their support for Donovan Fenton in the Senate District 10 Democratic Primary. “In his three terms in the NH House, Donovan has consistently been a vocal advocate for New Hampshire’s educators and for a strong public education earning our recommendation in the State Senate Primary,” said Megan Tuttle, NEA-New Hampshire President. “We need elected officials who will work together to ensure our educators are fairly compensated, our schools are fully funded, and every child receives a fair and equitable education. Donovan has proven […]

NEA-NH Recommends Education Champion Warmington for Executive Council District 2   

CONCORD, NH – AUGUST 29, 2022- Today, NEA-New Hampshire, the state’s largest association of public school educators, announced their support for Cinde Warmington in the Executive Council District 2 primary. During her time on the Executive Council, Cinde Warmington has listened to and respected educators. “We need Cinde on the Executive Council to continue the fight to protect and increase funding for public schools and make sure our students have the tools they need to succeed,” said Megan Tuttle, NEA-New Hampshire President. “Cinde has been the only Executive Councilor over the past 2 years willing to hold Frank Edelblut accountable, […]

NEA-NH Recommends Sherman to Their 17,000 Members

Concord, NH – August 2, 2022 – NEA-NH announced their recommendation of Dr. Tom Sherman for Governor today during their annual Summer Leadership Week event. “Now more than ever, New Hampshire needs a Governor who will fight for students and educators. A leader who will support policies that ensure each child, regardless of who they are, has a chance to get a high-quality public education. NEA-NH believes that person is Dr. Tom Sherman,” said Megan Tuttle, NEA-New Hampshire President. “As governor, Tom Sherman will listen to the voices of educators, not attack them, and support a robust public education that […]