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Special Projects

Digital Miracles Project in Jamaica Summer 2005

The Digital Miracles Project instructs students in computer hardware repair, software installation and provides them with a refurbished computer for their home. Through service-learning, students also find ways to pass on what they have learned to their community.
 
In June 2005, a group of students traveled to Jamaica to repair computers in several public schools while providing technical training to both students and teachers.
 
Read an article from the Philadelphia Tribune detailing their trip.
Philadelphia Tribune article >>

Youth Summit on Service-Learning and Technology

On Wednesday June 2, 2004, approximately 100 Philadelphia students and 50 teachers, administrators, and educators gathered at the Honickman Learning Center for the third annual Youth Summit on Service-Learning and Technology. At this year’s conference, students presented on technology-driven service-learning projects addressing variety of issues including the digital divide, community health and nutrition, and computer literacy. Students also attended various professional development workshops on several technology topics including digital video, web design, and computer networking. The event concluded with lunch and career fair with representatives from several area colleges and universities.

Download the 2004 Youth Summit program >>
(89.5 KB, MS Word Format)