Senator Thompson To Deliver $40,000 To Grand Island Schools. "Funding will be used for Project Lead and Capital Improvements."

For Immediate Release
Contact:  Heather Zeisz | zeisz@senate.state.ny.us | 716.854.8705

Grand Island, NY – Today at 2:00 pm New York State Senator Antoine M. Thompson (D-Parts of Erie & Niagara Counties) will present a check to Grand Island schools for $40,000  at the disctrict office located at 1100 Ransom Road in Grand Island.

“I’m happy to be able to secure funding for the Grand Island School District,” said Senator Thompson.  “This funding will provide students with an enriched educational experience.”

Senator Thompson will present a check for $40,000 to Superintendent Robert Christmann.  $35,000 will be used for Project Lead and the remaining $5,000 will go to enhancements to the physical education department.

Who:  NYS Senator Antoine M. Thompson ans Grand Island Superintendent of Schools- Robert Christmann

What:  Check Presentation

Where: Grand Island School’s District Office 1100 Ransom Road 

When:  Friday, August 7, 2009 2:00 PM