WASHINGTON – Five Missouri schools will each receive five computers as a part of the U.S. Senate’s “Computers for Schools” program, U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill announced today.

“Ensuring students’ access to basic technology is vital in preparing them to succeed in their education,” McCaskill said. “This program is a great way to connect young Missouri students with resources that can expand learning opportunities in the classroom and beyond.”

The following Missouri schools have been selected to receive computers:

Main Street Elementary – Troy
Hickman Mills Freshman Center – Kansas City
Eugene Field Elementary – Hannibal
Campbell Elementary – Springfield
Jefferson Elementary – Cape Girardeau
Each school will receive five HP Compaq dc7900 computers no longer being used in Senate offices. As part of the program, each participating Senate office distributes 25 computers to schools in their home state.