School admins urge public to weigh in on proposed policy changes

CONCORD -- The New Hampshire School Administrators Association sent out a statement on Tuesday, urging educators, parents, guardians, caregivers, and students to share their thoughts about the future of education at one of a series of listening sessions this month.

The New Hampshire Department of Education is considering changes to the Minimum Standards for Public School Approval, also known as the Ed 306 rules. These rules establish the standards for New Hampshire public education on topics such as school climate and culture; learning levels; personalized learning plans; competency-based education; assessments; course-level competencies, standards, and frameworks; work study practices; school calendar and instructional hours; extended learning opportunities; and daily physical activity.

Frederick Bramante, former Chair of the State Board of Education, is hosting listening sessions across the state in an effort to gain public feedback. Attendees will be able to ask questions and provide commentary vital to the state's review.

Announced listening sessions are scheduled as follows:
Wednesday, May 10: Bow High School, 55 Falcon Way, Bow, at 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 11: Keene Middle School, 167 Maple Ave., Keene, at 6:30 p.m.
Monday, May 15: Winnacunnet High School, 1 Alumni Drive, Hampton, at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 17: Litchfield School District, TBA.
Monday, May 22, Hillsborough School District, TBA.
Wednesday, May 24, John Stark Regional High School, 618 North Stark Highway, Weare, at 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 25: Kearsarge Professional Development Center, 165 Main St., New London, at 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 30, Goffstown School District, TBA,