Computer Lab Project
Hi Fr. Joseph,
First, I would like to apologize for the delay in communications. We are working on obtaining the computers for the lab as soon as possible. I just want to touch bases with you to make sure we share an understanding for what this computer lab will look like.
Based on our understanding, the computer lab will be a multi-purpose facility, serving people of all ages. The primary focus of the lab would be to support an after-school program for youth, involving both church members and individuals from the surrounding community. The computers should include productivity software to help students complete homework. Also, it should include tutoring software, including games that exercise problem-solving skills, computer skills, and cover core curricular needs.
Additionally, the computer lab should reach out to young adults, especially single parents, who would benefit from increased access to essential resources, including job hunting resources. The computer lab should possess the ability to help individuals express their creativity in new ways. It should help people connect to online resources, including health care information, research tools, and more.
Our understanding is that your top priorities are:
1. The lab will be used in an after school program to mesh with tutoring, including pre-kindergarten to high school ages.
2. Classes will be offered for kids, teens, and seniors
3. The lab will provide outreach to young families in community, who would greatly benefit from having a computer lab within walking distance from their homes or workplace.
Based on the information we have, We understand that you would like ten computers, as well as a shared printer that will be physically located in the nearby office. Were there any other details we missed, or do you have any questions or comments? How does this all sound?
Additionally, we have some follow-up questions to ask. First, did you ever determine whether the computer lab room is running on one or two circuits, or does it share a circuit with other rooms in the building? This will impact the number of computers that room will be able to support. Our understanding is that you would like 8-10 computers in the room.
Also, we understand that you would like the office computer networked in, such that it would share internet access and allow the other computers in the lab to use the printer. To ensure that everything is compatible, would you please let us know the brand and model of the computer and printer you are using? (For example, my computer is a Dell Vostro 1000. If I had a printer, it might be something like a HP LaserJet P1006).
We look forward to hearing from you soon, and we look forward to working with you to make this vision a reality!
Response
First allow me to thank all of you for the work that you do and that we as a church family are very appreciative. When i spoke to the congregation as to what the future of the church will look like with the addition of a computer lab—the response and applause was overwhelming.
–The criterias that you have outlined is on target and what i will do is show everyone this draft on Sunday and see if i missed something. I will have an answer for you concerning the electrical outlets in the computer shortly and i will get you the brand and model of the computer and printer in the church clerk’s office.
Again thank you for being a blessing
Pastor Tracy