Students across Idaho are expected to receive new technology to expand their learning capabilities, according to a recent Associated Press report.
The news provider revealed that districts statewide are using some of the $13 million that lawmakers set aside in 2011 to upgrade their technology infrastructure. Some schools plan to purchase new laptops, tablets and desktops.
The funding was originally set aside for teacher training programs, upgraded internet access and technology hardware.
"Many districts are, however, opting to spend the money on various types of computers for students in kindergarten through eighth grades, with hopes of better preparing them for the classrooms that await them once they enter high school," said the AP report.
Other technology can help students tap into their learning potential, including a document camera, an interactive whiteboard or an HDMI projector.
According to the news provider, approximately $4 million of the funding has already been distributed to public schools for 2012. Districts also were required to submit plans to to the state Department of Education regarding how they would utilize the additional $9 million in resources.
