Smart Schools Bond Act
The Smart Schools Bond Act, approved by New York State voters in 2014, authorized the issuance of $2 billion of general obligation bonds to finance improved educational technology and infrastructure to improve learning and opportunity for students throughout the State.
The Office of ¹ú²úºÚÁÏal Design and Technology reviews Smart Schools Investment Plans submitted by districts wishing to utilize Smart Schools funds for educational technology-related purchases, including
- Infrastructure to improve high-speed broadband or wireless internet connectivity for schools and communities
- Learning technology equipment (such as computers, tablets, interactive whiteboards, and 3D printers)
When reviewing Smart Schools Investment Plans, the Office of ¹ú²úºÚÁÏal Design and Technology looks for alignment with the district's Instructional Technology Plan. Districts that include educational technology purchases as part of their Smart Schools Investment Plan must have a submitted and approved Instructional Technology Plan survey on file with the ¹ú²úºÚÁÏ, and their Smart Schools Investment Plan must be consistent with their Instructional Technology Plan.
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