More than 500 Educators 'Storm the Hill' to Support Technology in Education

WASHINGTON, June 30 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 500 educators from 48 states and
territories took part in a once in a lifetime event during the 30th Annual
National Education and Computing Conference. On Tuesday, June 30,
participants met with their US Congressional delegations - including 91
senators and 207 representatives - to discuss the importance of educational
technology programs and funding.

These Hill visitors expressed great concern about the Obama Administration's
proposal to reduce Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT) program
funding in 2010 by as much as 63 percent. As classrooms are moving towards
technology-rich learning environments, educators are working tirelessly to
ensure program funding is adequately provided to meet these needs. EETT
dollars have been used for improving student achievement in reading and math,
engaging in data-driven decision making and launching online assessment
programs.

"Funding for education technology is at risk in President Obama's FY10
budget," says ISTE's director of government affairs Hilary Goldmann. "We know
our students will be negatively impacted if this cut is realized."

"It is so important for members of Congress to hear from their constituents
about the vital role technology plays in educating our students and ultimately
keeping our country competitive globally," said Don Knezek, CEO of ISTE.
"The educators who participated in our event on Capitol Hill did an excellent
job of carrying the message that education technology funding must be a
priority so our students have the best opportunity for success."

About ISTE
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the premier
membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in
improving teaching and learning by advancing the effective use of technology
in PK-12 and teacher education.

SOURCE International Society for Technology in Education

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