"I have a passion for computers and I also love this community."— Todd Kuebelbeck, Student Volunteer
In 2009, the district began a program to repurpose older computers that are scheduled to be replaced throughout our schools. The computers, typically 5-7 years old, are inspected, cleaned, repaired, and software is installed before they are given to low-income families. Through a unique partnership with a local technology company, student volunteers receive training to perform the work. Since the program began, student volunteers have repurposed more than 1,600 computers. The cost to refurbish each laptop is less than a cup of coffee at Starbucks and is covered through support from the Indian Prairie Educational Foundation. By repurposing older computers, the district is able to provide families with a resource that directly helps students.
Watch this month's Explore 204 to hear from student volunteers on why they believe this work is important to our community.
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In 2009, the district began a program to repurpose older computers that are scheduled to be replaced throughout our schools. The computers, typically 5-7 years old, are inspected, cleaned, repaired, and software is installed before they are given to low-income families. Through a unique partnership with a local technology company, student volunteers receive training to perform the work. Since the program began, student volunteers have repurposed more than 1,600 computers. The cost to refurbish each laptop is less than a cup of coffee at Starbucks and is covered through support from the Indian Prairie Educational Foundation. By repurposing older computers, the district is able to provide families with a resource that directly helps students.
Watch this month's Explore 204 to hear from student volunteers on why they believe this work is important to our community.