Wednesday, September 4, 2013

20 August 2013

 
We had an amazing evening recently to celebrate the learning and success of our 'Computers in Homes' and 'Stepping Up' graduates. It was lovely to see the support from Graduates families, with their children, parents and partners attending.  Also thanks for the support of local school principals and the Westport Mayor.  It was a great opportunity to reconnect with training group members and swap stories on how the computer learning was progressing at home (and the glitches of course!!).


Computers in Homes Graduates - Westport and Ngakawau
Graduates of Stepping Up - Westport and Ngakawau


Thank you to those who used their computer skills to share with us the stories of their learning and the benefits for their families. The presentations were just great, in all their variety!!  They were very much enjoyed.  Good luck with your continued use and learning with computers!

Cat and her son receiving a prize for her story.

Changes to Westport office

So, it is farewell to the Westport 'Computers in Homes' office as we close the doors for the last time - a big empty space now, but it served us well!  I am still about and am now based on a limited time basis at Buller REAP offices on Palmerston Street.  I can be contacted via the listed contacts or via Buller REAP on 789 7659.


Office in action!
The last farewell



As the need for the 'Computers in Homes' programme in the Buller region appeared to have been met, funding has been redirected to other areas of the West Coast where greater need is apparent.  We would still like to hear from anyone in the area who doesn't have a computer in their home and requires computer training, because if there is evidence there is still a need, we would try to gain funding for another course in this region.  

In the meantime, I am working collaboratively with Buller REAP to offer basic computing training from their offices.  We appreciate Buller REAP housing us for continuing contact with you all and for Rejuvenation - one year computer WOF checks.  So if you have any issues I am still here to support and also to receive any enrolments.  We can organise an appointment time to meet.  Look forward to catching up in the near future.  Cheers Denise