By Sharon Runge and James Musyoka | Executive Director and Chief of Operations
Mumo, a level four student, came to school and was told by his teacher that he was going to visit the Kenya Connect Learning Resource Center to use the computers! Mumo had a Pen Pal through Kenya Connect and heard about the LRC, but had never been to the center, nor had he ever seen or used a computer. Imagine his excitment!
Over 800 students like Mumo have visited the Kenya Connect Learning Resource Center either taking an eight week technology workshop or having a one day introduction to computer class. As the LRC has been in operation, the staff has recommended that it become fully energy independent by installing additional solar panels to the roof. As a result of Global Giving Donors like you, and a grant from the EBay/PayPal Foundation, Kenya Connect installed two additional solar panels, an inverter charger and two batteries. With our exisiting two solar panels and this new installation we are now halfway to being "Green Energy" Independent center!
Not only will this help in our long-term operational expenses, but also serves as a demonstration site on green energy for the students and larger community.
As Mumo used the computers he was astonished at what they could do and how easy they were to use. Mumo is going to continue to work hard in school so he can visit the center again.
On behalf of Mumo and all the students and teachers who have and will visit the LRC a HUGE THANK YOU!
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