Libby Mitchell understands that the key to a strong, successful economic future for Maine is a well-educated population. Her legislative record clearly demonstrates her dedication and support for education.

Her education plan includes implementing pre-kindergarten programs in all Maine schools. Research shows such programs raise student achievement and reduce the need for remedial classes.

Her plan helps to increase the number of Maine citizens with college degrees by providing grants to those who qualify to attend the university system, community college or Maine Maritime Academy.

Her “Earn to Learn” plan would help close Maine’s college degree gap.

She does not believe public money should be spent on for-profit schools. As a supporter of the Innovative Schools Law, she believes educators and parents should have the freedom to pursue instructional diversity.

The clear choice for governor and education leader in Maine is Libby Mitchell.

Crystal Ward, Lewiston