Digital Inclusion Class Begins with 20 Participants

Emerson's first Digital Inclusion class started today with over twenty participants. All Emerson moms, the participants' ability level reflected a broad spectrum from beginning to a working level of knowledge. Everyone learned something and was able to practice skills at their level. Taught by Emerson Math Coach, Eric Palmer, the classes were given Spanish-language interpretation support by Emerson's Bilingual Instructional Assistant, Ana Juarez.

The SmartRiverside program has established a free internet connection for all Riverside residents, and works to provide free classes and refurbished computers to families. The classes' participants will each receive their refurbished computer on the third class. Additional support for their computers and network connection issues will be provided both by the Emerson staff as well as by the SmartRiverside Digital Inclusion program department.

Emerson believes that we can extend students' learning time by helping to provide access at home to web-based resources on websites such as EnVision math and Accelerated Reader .