In addition to $22 million in private sector investments, President Obama announced his plan to include in his budget proposal a request for $80 million to improve math and science education.  The announcement coincided with a science fair held at the White House on February 7th that showcased projects from students across the country.

Read Associated Press Kimberly Hefling's article about the President's announcement.

This announcement comes shortly after local Intel Semifinalist, Samantha Garvey, was a recent guest at the President's January 24th State of the Union speech.  Her story caught people's attention due to her family's homeless circumstances and her ability to persevere with her studies and project despite the challenges she faced. 

Read Newsday Zachary Dowd's article about Samantha's trip.

The proposal for the school – to be known as the Doshi Charter School for STEM Excellence – was submitted by SUNY College at Old Westbury President Calvin O. Butts III and Dr. Leena Doshi, creator of the AU Foundation.

The high school, currently slated to open in 2013, would accept 125 students to start and expand to 450.  The curriculum would be advanced placement, encouraging students to engage in “application-based learning” through projects and by applying knowledge

Read the full article to learn more.