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Explainer: What Is New Hampshire’s “Adequacy Formula”?

New Hampshire’s adequacy formula, a cornerstone of school funding, determines state aid for public schools and charter schools, but courts deem it underfunded. Following lawsuits and rulings, the Supreme Court mandates an increase, exposing disparities in funding that impact equity across districts. Lawmakers face pressure to reform this system.

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