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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 8, 2011 SCHUMER ANNOUNCES CATTARAUGUS- ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES TO RECEIVE OVER $375,000 FEDERAL GRANT FOR DISTANCE LEARNING AND TELEHEALTH SERVICES –INVESTMENT WILL LEAD TO STATE OF THE ART, HIGH-TECH EDUCATION SERVICES
Today, U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer announced that the Cattaraugus-Allegany-Erie- “Funding for rural education programs will enhance quality of life in Cattaraugus, Allegany, Erie and Wyoming Counties and lead the way to economic development,” said Schumer. Rural Development funds will be used by eight schools in Western New York to purchase distance learning system components to access courses, teachers and services that are not currently available. Classes will also originate from the hub sites and outside-the-project sites newly made available by linking to New York’s Regional Information Centers. Science, technology, engineering, math, dual credit, advanced placement, college and enrichment programs, career readiness courses and other adult education courses will all be offered to students and community members. Educators will be able to take professional development classes, as required for certification. The hub site at Olean is to get a multi-point bridge and recording/streaming equipment. All sites will receive video conferencing equipment, some with document cameras and related peripheral equipment. The grant is part of the USDA Rural Development annual budget. USDA Rural Development’s mission is to increase economic opportunity and improve the quality of life for rural residents. Rural Development fosters growth in homeownership, finances business development, and supports the creation of necessary community and technology infrastructure. ### ### |