Assemblymember Jonathan Jacobson (D-104) secured a $30,000 grant to fund technology-based education programming at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum in Poughkeepsie.

“The sooner children learn how to use technology, the easier it is to acquire those skills,” Jacobson said. “Early education in technology gives today's students a leg up when they become tomorrow's skilled workers. I am proud to support the Discovery Museum in its quest for early childhood education.”

With this grant, the museum was able to purchase a 3D printer, programmable robotics equipment, coding kits, and other technology tools. The program is designed for elementary and middle school students to learn foundational technology skills through hands-on experience.

“This grant will help us teach critical skills in coding and technology to young children in the Hudson Valley, preparing them for a world where technology and innovation are key,” said Executive Director Jeffrey Sasson.

The grant will also support the development of an interactive exhibit planned for 2025, which introduces users to the basics of computer science and coding.

For more information about the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum, visit their Web site.