I’m very proud of what was accomplished in 2007:

I was able to help get 15 computers donated to the Hayes Valley Learning Center and with the help of several wonderful volunteers from the SF Linux Users Group (SFLUG) the computers are using the operating system Edubuntu and running beautifully (most the time). The computer lab was in pretty bad shape before the donation and most of the 7 computers weren’t working properly. For the last couple of years the room was used infrequently and was in dire need of cleaning and organizing.

The room is now used for an after school program Monday-Friday where kids have filtered access to the internet and educational games. This is made possible through a partnership with the Western Addition YMCA.

Beginner level computer classes were offered in July and again in December by volunteers. We’ve had the opportunity to help 9 adults learn more about the computer and internet, many were using the computer for the first time.

Another volunteer, Thea, and I have been working one-on-one with two students. It’s been a great learning experience for all of us and I realize this format works better than trying to teach the same thing to everyone. We are able to focus on their specific needs and questions and is a higher quality experience for everyone. We hope to continue using this model in the new year.