ONE PERSON CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY

CNN recently published a story titled “Dumpster diving + computer = 100 trees” about a high school chemistry teacher who frequently goes Dumpster diving for discarded computers. Jude Ndambuki, a Kenya native, has been restoring computers, printers and other electronic educational resources for the past eight years to send them to grateful students back home.

Ndambuki began the “Help Kenya Project” in which he asks that recipients plant 100 trees for every computer they receive. He hopes to encourage a greener, more prosperous future for Kenya by connecting computer recycling, educational development and environmental conservation. “Kids in Kenya need to know technology. It’s the way of the world, and they will be left behind without it,” Ndambuki said.

Applebatch recognizes the importance of technology in education, as well as the power that every teacher holds. It is inspiring to see one high school chemistry teacher making such a difference in the lives of others.

Applebatch encourages educators to participate in our Teacher Community to discuss important topics such as technology in education and helping less fortunate students.

The “Help Kenya Project” is just one example of the many efforts to help students both in and outside America. Perhaps you have a similar story in which you or a colleague has pulled together personal resources to help another school. We encourage you to share your personal stories and join our Teacher Network to share new ideas in education and service. We at Applebatch truly believe that teachers can make a difference!