Education
As a proud graduate of Boston Public Schools and Boston Latin Academy, Dan Hunt knows firsthand the importance of a strong public education. He also understands that not every child has equal access to the opportunities he had. That’s why Dan has spent over a decade in the legislature fighting to expand access to quality education at every level, and for every student.
Throughout his tenure, Dan has championed legislation and budget priorities that address inequities, strengthen school systems, and support students, educators, and families across the Commonwealth. He continues to work to ensure that every child, regardless of zip code, income level, or learning needs, can access a public education that prepares them for a successful future.
Dan is delivering on this commitment by:
- Expanding Students' Voice and Representation - Filed legislation each session since 2015 to grant students full voting representation on the University of Massachusetts Board of Trustees (most recently H.1439, 2025), grounded in the belief that students deserve a meaningful voice in the decisions shaping their education.
- Prioritizing Civic Engagement and Curriculum Improvements - Sponsored legislation to require civics education in public schools, ensuring students understand their rights, responsibilities, and role in democracy from an early age.
- Supporting Early Childhood Education - Advocated for expanded and sustained funding for Pre-K and early education, grounded in the understanding that access to high-quality early learning is one of the strongest predictors of long-term academic achievement, workforce readiness, and economic mobility. Has consistently supported increased state investment in early education programs and providers—both in Boston and statewide—to strengthen program quality, expand access for working families, support early educators, and close opportunity gaps before children enter the K–12 system.
- Modernizing the Foundation Budget Formula - Supported the Student Opportunity Act, overhauling Massachusetts’ K‑12 school funding formula to increase state aid for districts serving low‑income students, English learners, and students with disabilities, to support equitable education opportunities statewide.
- Expanding Learning Beyond the Classroom - Continues to support public investment in afterschool and summer programs that give students access to art, music, STEM, sports, and mentorship opportunities, keeping them engaged and enriched outside the traditional school day.
“Education is the greatest equalizer, and every child in our Commonwealth deserves access to opportunity. I’ll keep working to make that a reality.” - Dan Hunt