Transition
Recycling Project
A Trip We’ll Never Forget!
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
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, ATRC/ReBoot 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 Recycled Computer Committee
Driver’s Note: Janie Worton
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
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 Recycled Computer Committee
Driver’s Note: Janie Worton
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
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 Recycled Computer Committee
Driver’s Note: Janie Worton
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
The Journey Begins…
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GPS
Global
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
Recycling GPS
GATHER Your Resources
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
A Simple Plan
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“Get Computers Into the Hands of the Students who need them!” Helen Hill
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Simple Path to Success
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
Road Map to Success
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
“A Simple Journey…
A Walk In the Park!” – They Said
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Add a Couple State Agencies…
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
Conflicting Fiscal Timelines…
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Circumstance & Technical Difficulties…
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Simple Becomes. . .
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WARNING!
We Have Been There!
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
TALES from the ROAD…
GROUP, GAS($) but No Map
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Started with Helen Hill of the SRC
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She attended Advisory meetings for HSHT
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Need to look at what the kids needed / Needed Laptops
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State surplus was an option
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Presented to the SRC and asked for funds
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Karen Royston – working for DL IT and knew when there would be a retool – and who to talk to.
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Talked to the Assistant Commissioner – got his support.
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Received year end money from SRC!
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
TALES from the ROAD…
GROUP, GAS($) but No Map
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June 30 the laptops available – but do not have process to get them recycled
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No plan to acquire the laptops
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No plan to recycle
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No plan to distribute the laptops
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
Rest & Regroup!
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
TALES from the ROAD…
GROUP, GAS($), Map
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Received Funding (Tools for Life & DOL/VR)
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Plan to acquire the laptops
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Plan to recycle
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Plan to distribute the laptops
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
TALES from the ROAD…
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DOAS Lockdown on Computer Distribution
GROUP, GAS($), Map
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HOLDING PATTERN
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
Recycling GPS
GATHER Your Resources
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
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 Recycled Computer Committee
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 Recycled Computer Committee
Gather People
Right People!
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Contracts and Finances – Mike Thomas
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Technical Knowledge – Jack Gilson / Doris Chadwell
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Students and Teachers – Candice Dixon
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Marketing – Carolyn K.
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Non-Profit (mail and visit)/ Neutral Meeting Place and
SRC connection – Carolyn McGonagill/Joe Tedesco/
Pat Hanus / Eric Klausner -
Private Funding / Computer Acquiring – Karen Royston
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Ring Leader – Janie Worton
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
Gather ”THE RIGHT” People
Gather People with a Passion for
the Mission of the Journey!
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
Gather ”THE RIGHT” People
Gather People with a Passion for
the Mission of the Journey!
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
Gather ”THE RIGHT” People
Gather People with a Passion for
the Mission of the Journey!
Are we there yet?
Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee
Gather ”THE RIGHT” People
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Pick people who have “know how”!
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Creative
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Energetic
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Knowledgeable
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No-Nonsense
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Pick people who share your passion!
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Pick people you feel comfortable with – people you would travel with!
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You are going to need people to look out for you and the project.
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Need Good Sense of Humor (You are going to need to laugh! A lot and Often!)
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Georgia’s Recycled Computer Committee