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Transition Refurbish Project

Transition Refurbish Project. A Trip We’ll Never Forget! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee. Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee. Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee Driver’s Note: Janie Worton. Dear Prospective Travelers,

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Transition Refurbish Project

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  1. Transition Refurbish Project A Trip We’ll Never Forget! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  2. Georgia’s Recycled Computer CommitteeDriver’s Note: Janie Worton Dear Prospective Travelers, It took a small group of committed folks about three years to make the dream come true for HS/HT students. The collaborative effort of the Georgia Department of Labor/Vocational Rehabilitation, Tools for Life, The Georgia State Rehabilitation Council, Tech-Able, Touch the Future and High School/High Tech made the dream a reality. But the solution was not as easy as one would think, nor did it happen magically and without delays. Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  3. Georgia’s Recycled Computer CommitteeDriver’s Note: Janie Worton With each delay encountered, the Recycled Computer Committee (RCC) took a long hard look at the process and determined how to remove the barriers, how to move forward, and noted the lessons learned. It seemed that each time the group was at the threshold of actually refurbishing and distributing computers, another obstacle was placed in its path. This continued to be the pattern for nearly three years. Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  4. Georgia’s Recycled Computer CommitteeDriver’s Note: Janie Worton Yet each barrier provided the opportunity to learn more -- on both the technical and bureaucratic level. By working through the process and over and around the barriers, the RCC developed application criteria and contracts, determined software needs for transition students, scrutinized cost efficiencies, and designed an effective selection and distribution process. In essence, the RCC created a standard for donated equipment that other individuals and organizations can replicate. Using lessons learned, the RCC put into place a system that can go beyond the boundaries of HS/HT. Now sit back, relax and enjoy the journey! Janie & the RCC Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  5. The Journey Begins… Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  6. GPS G Global Positioning P Global Positioning System Global S Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  7. RecyclingGPS G P PLAN GATHER Your Resources STICK IN THERE! S Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  8. A Simple Plan • “Get Computers Into the Hands of the Students who need them!” Helen Hill Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  9. Simple Path to Success Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  10. Road Map to Success Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  11. “A Simple Journey…A Walk In the Park!” – They Said Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  12. Add a Couple State Agencies… Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  13. Conflicting Fiscal Timelines… Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  14. Circumstance & Technical Difficulties… A Simple Journey…Becomes Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  15. Simple Becomes. . . Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  16. WARNING!We Have Been There! Accident Ahead Detour Slow Traffic Delays Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  17. Detour #1 TALES from the ROAD… • Started with Helen Hill of the SRC • She attended Advisory meetings for HSHT • Need to look at what the kids needed / Needed Laptops • State surplus was an option • Presented to the SRC and asked for funds • Karen Royston – working for DL IT and knew when there would be a retool – and who to talk to. • Talked to the Assistant Commissioner – got his support. • Received year end money from SRC! VROOOOM! GROUP, GAS($) but No Map Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  18. Detour #1 TALES from the ROAD… • June 30 the laptops available – but do not have process to get them recycled • No plan to acquire the laptops • No plan to recycle • No plan to distribute the laptops SCREEEECH! GROUP, GAS($) but No Map Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  19. Rest & Regroup! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  20. Detour #2 TALES from the ROAD… • Received Funding (Tools for Life & DOL/VR) • Plan to acquire the laptops • Plan to recycle • Plan to distribute the laptops VROOOOM! GROUP, GAS($), Map Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  21. Detour #2 TALES from the ROAD… • DOAS Lockdown on Computer Distribution SCREEEECH! GROUP, GAS($), Map Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  22. HOLDING PATTERN Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  23. RecyclingGPS G P PLAN GATHER Your Resources STICK IN THERE! S Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  24. Gather People Look at what you have…and be honest about what you aren’t good at and get people who can do that for you! Janie Worton What do you have?/ What do you Need? Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  25. Gather People • Facilitator • Contracts • Finances / Funding • Technical Knowledge • Students/Teachers Liaison • Marketing & Promotions • Non-Profit / Organization Connection (Support / Physical Address / Access to Non-Profit resources) • Equipment Acquisition What do you have?/ What do you Need? Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  26. Gather People Right People! • Contracts and Finances – Mike Thomas • Technical Knowledge – Jack Gilson • Students and Teachers – Candice Dixon • Marketing – Carolyn K. • Non-Profit (mail and visit)/ Neutral Meeting Place and SRC connection – Cassandra Baker/Erika Ruffin-MoselyPat Hanus / Eric Klausner • Private Funding / Computer Acquiring – Karen Royston • Ring Leader – Janie Worton Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  27. Gather ”THE RIGHT” People Gather People with a Passion for the Mission of the Journey! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  28. Gather ”THE RIGHT” People Gather People with a Passion for the Mission of the Journey! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  29. Gather ”THE RIGHT” People Are we there yet? Gather People with a Passion for the Mission of the Journey! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  30. Gather ”THE RIGHT” People • Pick people who have “know how”! • Creative • Energetic • Knowledgeable • No-Nonsense • Pick people who share your passion! • Pick people you feel comfortable with – people you would travel with! • You are going to need people to look out for you and the project. • Need Good Sense of Humor (You are going to need to laugh! A lot and Often!) Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  31. Gather ”EVEN MORE” People • Partners: • What organizations have similar missions? • Technology Recycling • Assistive Technology • Disabilities • Be Creative – How COULD the project affect the recipient and/or their families. Having a computer in a home may increase skills for all family members. • Who are your Recycling contacts?Pass it On Center:http://www.passitoncenter.org/ Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  32. Gather People ”TOGETHER” • Meetings: • Meet on same days – meet early in the day. • Meet at the same place (Non-Profit mentioned above) • Bring Food! (Social & Business) • Meet only when it’s necessary and keep in touch via email! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  33. RecyclingGPS G P PLAN GATHER Your Resources STICK IN THERE! S Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  34. P PLAN • Paperwork Plan:Process to distribute the computers: • Application • Determine what needs to be tracked • Dates for Application Deadline • Agreements (Students, Teachers, Parents) Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  35. P PLAN • Recycling Plan • Who will do the actual work? Support?!? • Where will you get the Equipment? • Check with State Agencies that upgrade their Computer Systems • Who Handles Surplus? • Department of Labor / Vocational Rehabilitation /DOAS (Department of Administrative Service) • What is the process for acquiring the equipment (from above places)? • Who will pick up the equipment? • Who will order the equipment? Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  36. P PLAN • Recycling Plan • Where will you get Software and Hardware: • TechSoup.org http://www.techsoup.org/ • MAR (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher) http://www.techsoup.org/mar/ • TechFoundation – http://www.techfoundation.org • Freeware: Screen Reading/Text-To-Speech Software (http://www.readplease.com) • Free Anti-Virus Software (AVG www.grisoft.com/us/us_dwnl_free.php) • Free Anti-Spyware Software (http://spywarebot.com/) • Typing Tutor Software (http://www.typefastertypingtutor.com/) • Screen Capture Software: • Screen Flash: (http://unflash.com/) Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  37. P PLAN • Funding • Brainstorm: What groups have goals/objectives that include; technology, transition, students, etc. • Check with your State Rehabilitation Council (transition) • Vocational Rehabilitation • School Systems • Seek private funding • Businesses • Organizations Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  38. RecyclingGPS G P PLAN GATHER Your Resources STICK IN THERE! S Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  39. STICK IN THERE! S Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  40. STICK IN THERE! S • “No” - only mean “No” right then. • Keep in touch with committee and partners via email to give updates (don’t be a pest – be regular and direct) • Promote the project (Conferences and Meetings) • Be open to creative solutions. Ask and share with the group – you’d be surprised by an individual’s ability to be creative! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  41. STICK IN THERE! S • Know your timeline – how quickly can you move. Things always take longer then you think! • Be Nice – “A Southern Thing” • Keep a list of all the people you talk to and share successes with them and THANK them for their support, advice, and cooperation, whatever! • Be Diplomatic – Be tactful in your approach to supporters and find out what benefits they would need to participate. • Build on Your Success! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  42. RecyclingGPS G P PLAN GATHER Your Resources STICK IN THERE! S Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  43. GARCC Scrapbook From The Road! What to expect, when you Arrive! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  44. GARCC ScrapbookWhat to expect when you Arrive! Maritza Rodriguez is it a student with orthopedic impairments…she uses a power chair and as we can find motor skills. She is unable to write legible a with pens or pencils and uses the computer at home to complete classroom work. She has lost her ability to speak and also uses the computer for communication. She was very excited to apply for a computer and made it clear that it would help her to communicate her needs at home and at school. Her mom said that now Maritza In clearly communicate her needs and it has shown them skills they didn’t realize Maritza had! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  45. GARCC ScrapbookWhat to expect when you Arrive! “Thank you all for helping to provide our students with the tools they need to be successful! Your support is a blessing!” Sonja Lewis & Lucinda Lumpkin Program for Exceptional Children Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  46. GARCC ScrapbookWhat to expect when you Arrive! “Rashad is a great young man and will be successful in life, Thanks for the good work and cooperation.” Andrew WeaverHigh School/High Tech Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  47. GARCC ScrapbookWhat to expect when you Arrive! …I can keep up with my studies and I know I’ll be able to succeed. It will really help me build my skills! Thank You! Melvin …the computer has allowed me to work on my school projects at home! Thank You! Kelvin Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  48. GARCC ScrapbookWhat to expect when you Arrive! I really appreciated the generous donation. I value the fact that I was accepted to receive a laptop computer. It brings me great joy knowing that I will have extra help in my transition from high school to college. This computer is a great investment in my future. I know I will be able to keep up in school and challenge myself to be the best. The laptop will good to good use. Thank You, Brandy Wright Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  49. GARCC ScrapbookWhat to expect when you Arrive! Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

  50. GARCC ScrapbookWhat to expect when you Arrive! Michael Cox – Juvenile Arthritis – Hand Writing! Jeovani Ortega – Learn Challenges – Text-to-Speech/ Reading Maxwell Peart – Homework . . .and he will use it when he graduates and begins work in electrical wiring! Landis Lewis – Reading Challenges – Text-to-Speech/ Reading Georgia’s Refurbish Computer Committee

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