Grenada, August 18, 2009 – REACH Grenada has generously provided $2,065 for a new computer to greatly improve the quality of learning for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) at St Andrew’s Special School, Grenada.
The funding of this much-needed SEN resource is part of REACH Grenada’s Partnership with Schools Program which aims to develop educational resources in some of Grenada’s schools. Close collaboration between REACH Grenada’s Education Advisor Elaine Moreton, Principal of St Andrew’s Special School Mirthlyn V.M Leid-Raymond and D&S computers took place in order to choose the best resource to suit the student’s diverse Special Educational Needs. A touch screen PC, keyboard and software have been provided and successfully installed.
St Andrew’s Special School has students with a wide range of Special Educational Needs. The special computer’s touch screen technology and range of educational software programs provide equal access to the curriculum for SEN students and enable a more personalized approach to their learning. By encouraging students to become independent learners, whilst recognising some of their individual challenges and needs, REACH Grenada hopes to enable all children to reach their full potential, thereby increasing their levels of confidence, self esteem and enjoyment of learning. The computer is a very welcome addition to St Andrew’s Special School as Principal Mirthlyn V.M Leid-Raymond comments:
“The students with Cerebral Palsy are finding it easier to use the equipment since it only requires a touch to access programs. We have language and maths programs with which the students have fun learning to read, spell and just using the computer in general. Basically, this computer is one of the most beneficial pieces of equipment the school possesses. THANK YOU REACH!!”
REACH Grenada is a program, made possible by the Bartholomew J Lawson Foundation for Children. REACH Grenada aims to enhance the well being, growth and happiness of Grenada’s children by providing training and resources in the areas of recreation, education, agriculture, community and health. REACH Grenada is currently working with the St. Andrew Parish Partnership Schools developing other projects that support the national school curriculum including raising standards in literacy and the National Agriculture Short Crop Competitions.
The Bartholomew J. Lawson Foundation for Children, is a New York based non-profit 501 (c) (3) U.S. private foundation that was established in 2003 by Dr. Karen Lawson in memory of her husband Bart Lawson, who passed away in Grenada during his tenure as Ambassador. In the spirit of continuing his good work, the foundation created and continues to support REACH Grenada.
