Letter: Public education: A shared responsibility

Published: 06-04-2025 2:30 PM

My husband and I are parents of two adult children who graduated from the Kearsarge Regional School District. Each of them had different learning styles. Each of them learned to work cooperatively with groups of people other than their friends or like-minded individuals. I cannot think of a more valuable skill needed in today’s world.

Each child gained skills and knowledge that have allowed them to become successful in their respective careers and lives. We have supported our schools for years, and we are not alone. Many who no longer have children in school continue to stand up for public education as others did before them.

It’s a shared responsibility, one we take seriously even now in retirement. It’s not just about our own kids. It’s about building a community and a state that values education and gives equal resources and opportunities to all students. We cannot keep asking taxpayers to carry the full weight of funding education.

I am concerned about proposals to narrow the definition of an “adequate education.” Eliminating subjects like the Arts, World Languages, Technology, Personal Finance and more will only prevent students from becoming informed, capable adults who must be able to understand our fast-changing world and be prepared to seek the best solutions for our residents, our state and our country.

The state budget provides a chance to do better. Increase support for our schools. Relieve the burden on property taxpayers. Ensure that every student in every district has access to a well-rounded education.

Becky Darling

Warner

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