February 9, 2012

REP. WRIGHT WELCOMES EDUCATION
FUNDING INCREASE FOR GROTON SCHOOLS

State Representative Elissa Wright (D-Groton) is pleased that under a proposal announced by Governor Malloy to reform education, Groton will receive $250,190 in additional education funding for fiscal 2012-13.

“This is clearly welcomed news for Groton’s schools and its students,” Rep. Wright said. “The proposed increase should help our local officials who annually face the challenge of putting together the town’s education budget.”

Under the Governor’s proposed estimates for 2012-2013 Education Cost Sharing funding, Groton will receive $25,625,179, an increase of $250,190. This also represents an increase of $48 per student.

“It is important that we continue to invest wisely in our students, teachers and schools,” Rep. Wright said. “I will continue to support policies that ensure Groton will receive additional funding and that all children have the preparation they need to succeed in college and the workplace.”