State Senator Pamela Helming, District 54 | Official U.S. Senate headshot
State Senator Pamela Helming, District 54 | Official U.S. Senate headshot
Senator Helming met with students and staff from Rochester School for the Deaf in Albany to discuss legislative and budgetary priorities. The meeting included Superintendent Antony McLetchie and student representatives advocating for the school's needs.
During the encounter, Senator Helming expressed gratitude towards Superintendent McLetchie for his ongoing advocacy efforts. In a statement, Senator Helming said, "Senator Helming thanks Superintendent McLetchie on behalf of his continued advocacy for 4201 schools that serve students who are deaf, blind or have severe physical disabilities."
The visit to Albany provided an opportunity for the Rochester School for the Deaf to voice their concerns and highlight the importance of supporting schools catering to students with specific needs.