Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright today presented a New York State Assembly grant in the amount of $500,000 for technology upgrades and renovations. Working with Principal Doreen Esposito, Seawright allocated funding for the needs of the Manhattan New School to have new technology, bottle filling stations, and bathroom renovations.

In the age of COVID19, it is critically important that all students have access to laptops to strengthen their communications skills, research, self-direction, and problem-solving skills to work independently. "As a proud public school parent and former PTA activist I understand the importance of funding for the classroom. Our students deserve to have the technology and resources to have the opportunity to learn, especially at a time when some students are learning remotely," said Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright. The grant will also provide for the installation of additional smart boards in classrooms.

The water bottle filling stations will present a healthy option for students to develop healthy habits at school. The bathroom renovations will include facilities with greater capacity, automatic flush toilets, and sink repairs to ensure a safe and sanitary school day.

Assembly Member Seawright is a Member of the Education committee in Albany, securing over $12 Million in funding to date for our public schools, parks, non-profits and senior centers. Seawright has previously funded a green roof for the Manhattan New School, PS290.