New Hampshire Department of Education

09/01/2026

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08/31/2026

Five years after the launch of the New Hampshire State Seal of Biliteracy award program, participation has grown substantially, with 533 students earning the distinction this year. Read our press release: https://www.education.nh.gov/news-and-media/new-hampshire-celebrates-record-number-students-earning-state-seal-biliteracy

08/31/2026

https://www.governor.nh.gov/news/new-hampshire-launches-unlabeled-youth-focused-fentanyl-awareness-campaign

CONCORD, NH – In recognition of August 31 as International Overdose Awareness Day Governor Kelly Ayotte and the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announce the launch of Unlabeled, a new statewide fentanyl-prevention campaign designed specifically for yout...

08/28/2026

Advancing agriculture literacy in New Hampshire! Utilizing a grant from NHED, NH Agriculture in the Classroom was able to purchase materials for cidering kits to be loaned out to schools across the state as part of its Blossom to Bottle initiative - a new apples and cidering program. To date, more than 800 students have learned to press cider through the program - helping to extend learning beyond the classroom.

08/28/2026

Where Were You on September 11, 2001?
As we approach the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, the New Hampshire Department of Education is inviting Granite Staters to share their memories of that day. Nearly 25 years later, many of us can still remember exactly where we were when we heard the news. Those personal moments are an important part of our shared history. Today's students were born long after 9/11, making these firsthand stories more important than ever. By sharing our experiences, we help the next generation understand not only what happened, but how it shaped our communities, our country, and the people who lived through it. We want to preserve and highlight the stories of people across New Hampshire so that future generations can learn not only about the events of September 11, but also about how those events were experienced here at home.
We invite you to share your story through our "Where Were You on 9/11?" form at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=6eotmUwcyEKjEFCIr1W6dCTGUxHl3NpNh5UCOKAc7YVUNTUyUFRWN0MwTDcyTTRKVEY4V0wxT1ZJSi4u&route=shorturl.
Selected stories may be featured on the NH Department of Education’s social media channels as we commemorate the 25th anniversary. Share your story by completing this short, six-question form. Every story matters. Together, we can remember, reflect, and preserve New Hampshire’s memories of September 11, 2001.

08/27/2026

Today we celebrate Stephen Berwick, a pillar within our Department who is retiring after 41 years of state employment. Congratulations and best wishes, Stephen!

08/26/2026

Today, Governor Kelly A. Ayotte and Attorney General John M. Formella announced a landmark $17.1 billion multistate settlement with Meta Platforms, Inc. Under the settlement, New Hampshire will receive up to $224,344,141 paid in ten equal installments.

CONCORD, NH – Today, Governor Kelly A. Ayotte and Attorney General John M. Formella announced a landmark $17.1 billion multistate settlement with Meta Platforms, Inc. Under the settlement, New Hampshire will receive up to $224,344,141 paid in ten equal installments.

08/25/2026

For some of our students, the first day of school is here, while others will be heading back to the classroom next month. Whenever your school year begins, we’re wishing you a fantastic year filled with learning, growth, new friendships, and exciting opportunities! Here’s to a wonderful 2026–27 school year across New Hampshire!

08/14/2026

Where Were You on September 11, 2001?

As we approach the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, the New Hampshire Department of Education is inviting Granite Staters to share their memories of that day. Nearly 25 years later, many of us can still remember exactly where we were when we heard the news. Those personal moments are an important part of our shared history. Today's students were born long after 9/11, making these firsthand stories more important than ever. By sharing our experiences, we help the next generation understand not only what happened, but how it shaped our communities, our country, and the people who lived through it. We want to preserve and highlight the stories of people across New Hampshire so that future generations can learn not only about the events of September 11, but also about how those events were experienced here at home.

We invite you to share your story through our "Where Were You on 9/11?" form at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/ert9WCPG9n.

Selected stories may be featured on the NH Department of Education’s social media channels as we commemorate the 25th anniversary. Share your story by completing this short, six-question form. Every story matters. Together, we can remember, reflect, and preserve New Hampshire’s memories of September 11, 2001.

08/13/2026

Our newest Class Act features the Appalachian Mountain Club's A Mountain Classroom program, which is helping thousands of New England students discover the outdoors, strengthen classroom learning and develop lasting confidence through hands-on experiences in the natural world. Learn more about this positive outdoor experience at: https://www.education.nh.gov/partners/communications/class-acts/class-acts-mountain-classroom (Photos by Corey David Photography, courtesy of AMC)