Smart Schools Bond Act
Smart Schools Bond Act (SSBA)
The Smart Schools Bond Act (SSBA) was approved by New York State voters in a statewide referendum on November 4, 2014. The Act authorized the issuance of $2 billion to support improved educational technology and infrastructure, enhancing learning opportunities for students across New York State.
The Manhasset School District will receive $432,581 in Smart Schools funding.
Purpose of the Smart Schools Bond Act
The SSBA is designed to improve learning and opportunity for public and nonpublic school students by funding capital projects that:
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Install high-speed broadband or wireless internet connectivity for schools and communities
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Acquire instructional technology equipment or facilities, including (but not limited to):
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Interactive whiteboards
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Computer servers
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Desktop, laptop, and tablet computers
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Construct, enhance, or modernize educational facilities to:
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Accommodate pre-kindergarten programs
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Replace classroom trailers with permanent instructional space
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Install high-tech security features in school buildings and on school campuses, including:
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Video surveillance systems
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Emergency notification systems
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Physical access control systems
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District Planning and Approval
In compliance with SSBA requirements, the Manhasset School District has: completed the NY State Technology Survey and updated its Technology Plan. Our Smart Schools Investment Plan was submitted in February of 2016.In July of 2016, we received a 2015-16 Technology Plan Approval Letter.
2015-16 Technology Plan 2016-17 Technology Plan (Click hyperlinks to open each document.)
Community Feedback
Community members wishing to submit comments or feedback regarding the Smart Schools Investment Plan may do so by contacting:
Dr. Richard Sevilla
Director of Instructional Technology
📧 Richard_Sevilla@manhassetschools.org
The District's highest technology priority has been a district-wide overhaul of its wireless network. During the 2016-17 school year we utilized $146,007 of Smart Schools funds to replace aging wireless access points throughout the District.
Our plans for the 2017-18 school year are attached here. Briefly, we will expand our recently improved wireless network to include coverage in even more instructional spaces. We will also be replacing the storage servers for our security camera system as well as adding additional security servers.