For 30 schools, including a number in the Hudson Valley, the digital divide is being closed.

Thursday, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced 30-Smart Schools Investment Plans totaling $39 million have been approved as part of the $2 billion Smart Schools Bond Act. An initiative aimed at reimagining teaching and learning for the 21st century.

The Act, which was approved by voters in 2014, supports investments in education technology that will equip students with the skills they need to thrive and succeed in the global economy.

The investments will help close the "digital divide" and increase access to technology and high-speed broadband in hundreds of schools across New York.

"Through the Smart Schools Bond Act, we are ensuring that all New York students have access to high-speed internet and new technology, regardless of their zip code," Governor Cuomo said in a statement. "The tools and resources schools will be able to attain with this funding will help equip the next generation of New Yorkers to lead this state into the future."

The money approved will help fund new projects including including $9.3 million for classroom technology purchases, $21.4 million for school connectivity projects and $7.9 million for high-tech security projects.

The plan also includes a Special Education Smart Schools Investment plan, supporting $32,000 in classroom technology.

In the first round of funding 30 schools will receiving funding, including Mahopac, Clarkstown, Ramapo, New Rochelle, and Mamaroneck.

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