Companies Back Utah Governor's Call for More School Tech
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Channel: KUTV 2 News Salt Lake City · 2014 · News & Politics
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) Utah students will get their hands on more laptops, digital tablets like iPads and tech-geared lessons if state lawmakers heed amplified cries from Utah Gov. Gary Herbert.The governor announced a $2 million campaign Thursday to drive student interest in math, science and technology.It is paid for by a few dozen businesses with roots or branches in Utah, including Goldman Sachs and Ebay.Herbert's message that Utah businesses need more tech and math-savvy workers to fill today's jobs will land in living rooms across Utah over the next two years in a series of TV commercials. The message will also splash across billboards statewide.The governor this year is asking legislators to set aside $4.5 million state dollars for science, technology and math programs for Utah students.Copyright 2014 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed
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