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Boise, Idaho ~ Boise, Idaho - On Monday, Governor Brad Little, along with Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield and state lawmakers, gathered to sign Senate Bill 1069. This bill will provide an additional $5 million in ongoing funding to support literacy in public schools. The appropriation follows the Governor's recommendation for public education, known as KEEPING PROMISES.
This signing marks a significant increase in funding for literacy in the State of Idaho. Since taking office, Governor Little has increased funding for literacy by over 500%, totaling close to $78 million annually.
In a statement, Governor Little expressed his commitment to ensuring that all Idaho children are able to read proficiently at a young age. He believes that investing in early education will have a greater impact on students' success later on. He also emphasized the constitutional and moral obligation to provide quality education for all students.
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The increase in literacy funding is just one aspect of the state's investment in public education since Governor Little took office. In total, K-12 public schools have received $17 billion in state support - a nearly 60% increase. This includes funding for teacher pay and benefits, facilities, and discretionary funds for local school districts.
Governor Little has made it clear that supporting public education is his top priority. With this latest appropriation for literacy programs, he hopes to continue making strides towards improving education for all students in Idaho.
This signing marks a significant increase in funding for literacy in the State of Idaho. Since taking office, Governor Little has increased funding for literacy by over 500%, totaling close to $78 million annually.
In a statement, Governor Little expressed his commitment to ensuring that all Idaho children are able to read proficiently at a young age. He believes that investing in early education will have a greater impact on students' success later on. He also emphasized the constitutional and moral obligation to provide quality education for all students.
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The increase in literacy funding is just one aspect of the state's investment in public education since Governor Little took office. In total, K-12 public schools have received $17 billion in state support - a nearly 60% increase. This includes funding for teacher pay and benefits, facilities, and discretionary funds for local school districts.
Governor Little has made it clear that supporting public education is his top priority. With this latest appropriation for literacy programs, he hopes to continue making strides towards improving education for all students in Idaho.
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