Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara is pleased to announce the convening of the annual 2023-2024 Student Cabinet Meeting, providing an invaluable platform for young constituents to engage directly with the state legislative process. As part of his ongoing commitment to empowering youth voices, Assemblyman Santabarbara initiated the Student Cabinet program, which has seen remarkable growth each year, offering students a unique opportunity to advocate for issues affecting their future.

This year's meeting will take place on Monday, May 20th, 2024, in Hearing Room B of the Legislative Office Building at the Empire State Plaza at the Capitol in Albany. The focal point of this gathering will be a mock legislative hearing addressing the pertinent topic of "The Use of AI in Schools."

The mock hearing will be facilitated by students, who will have the opportunity to interact with Dr. Michael J. Doughty, Assistant Superintendent of NERIC, and Michael Silvestri, Schenectady High School Teacher and President of the Schenectady Federation of Teachers.

Assemblyman Santabarbara invites media representatives to attend this significant event, providing insights into the perspectives and aspirations of the next generation on the integration of AI in education.

EVENT DETAILS

WHAT: Assemblyman Santabarbara’s 2023-2024 Student Cabinet Mock Legislative Hearing

WHO: Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, Members of his 2023-2024 Student Cabinet, Dr. Michael J. Doughty, Assistant Superintendent of NERIC, and Michael Silvestri, Schenectady High School Teacher and President of the Schenectady Federation of Teachers

WHEN: Monday, May 20th, 2024 – Media Availability from 10am – 11am

WHERE: Hearing Room B of the Legislative Office Building, State Street, Albany, NY 12224