"These vital investments are playing a critical role in
expanding educational opportunity, helping schools modernize outdated
classrooms and giving students access to state-of-the-art technology to learn
and grow," Governor Cuomo said. "This funding equips students across
New York with the skills and technology they need to succeed in the 21st
century economy."
The Smart Schools Review Board met Monday for the seventh
time to consider investment plans submitted by school districts and special
education schools. The Board is comprised of the Director of the Budget, the
Chancellor of the State University of New York, and the Commissioner of the
State Education Department.
The plans approved Monday were submitted by 80 school
districts and seven special education schools. Projects include $30.0 million
for classroom technology purchases, $27.4 million for school connectivity
projects, $17.5 million for high-tech security projects, and approximately
$745,000 for prekindergarten classroom construction. Some regional schools include:
