Computer Class

One of my ministries here in Jean Rabel is teaching a computer class three days a week. Many Haitian people are curious about computers and very eager to learn how to use them. Unfortunately, access to computers is very limited. We requested and received permission to use the computer lab of one of the local high schools for the class. The computer lab includes fifteen desktop computers with Microsoft Office 2003 software. With access to a computer lab I was able to enroll over a dozen people in the class, including men & women of all ages. Each student was asked to contribute 250 gds ($6.25 US) to cover the cost of the gasoline for the generator needed to provide the electricity for our twelve classes. Each day before class I would listen for the sound of the generator. Once I heard the generator I would throw the circuit breakers in the computer lab and class could begin. These past few weeks the students have made great strides in advancing their keyboard skills and their knowledge of Word & Excel. However, what is even more exciting is their increased self confidence and self esteem.