When one gallon of gas equals another, but one child's learning doesn't equal the next, what does "cost per student" really mean? What Does Fungible Mean? When something is fungible, it means one unit can be substituted for another unit. Think about buying milk at Market Basket or Hannaford. A gallon of whole milk is… Continue reading Is Education Fungible?
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Ian Underwood speaking at the monthly SCGOP meeting 11 November 2025
Rethinking Education: Fairness, Funding, Fun Here’s the gist of Ian Underwood’s talk and slide deck, boiled down for a quick read. Scroll down for a copy of the presentation deck and a link to video. The argument in one breath New Hampshire keeps spending more and getting the same results. That’s not a money problem;… Continue reading Ian Underwood speaking at the monthly SCGOP meeting 11 November 2025
Give Me Sports or Give Me Death!
At the recent Claremont school board meetings, two groups showed up in force. On one side were parents who spoke about academic rigor, trades training, and the desperate need for better outcomes in math, science, and reading. On the other side, far louder, were parents and students pleading for the preservation of sports and extracurricular… Continue reading Give Me Sports or Give Me Death!
The Sullivan County NH Republican Committee 