PLAINS, Pa. — Gov. Tom Wolf stopped by Luzerne County to highlight a $1.9 billion proposal to fund education in the Commonwealth.
He visited Wilkes-Barre Area High School in Plains Township.
Students at the high school were able to share their stories with the governor.
"A good education is a key that will allow me to open doors in pursuit of my dreams. A good education is a building block for positive change. A good education is the cornerstone of a healthy democracy," said Tarim Johnsan, senior.
Besides the money for high schools, the governor's final education budget includes $200 million for special education and $125 million for higher education.
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