SRP & Computer Classes Update

In spite of staff changes that are occurring, the Heights Neighborhood Library will continue to provide the Summer Reading Program and public computer classes. Working together we can continue to provide priority services and meeting goals. I hope Sara's position is filled quickly, but we still need a contingency plan. Providing both class instruction and SRP coverage with a reduced staff will be a challenge, but I am confident this staff can do it.

SRP 

• The vendor programs require a staff monitor who is also responsible for set-up, evaluation, and counting attendance. There are lots of programs, lots of opportunities.
• JoAnn has agreed to be handle the Make & Take Crafts.
• Pat has agreed to provide Babytime in June & July.

Computer Classes
The quantity and level of computer classes can be tweaked, but as an HPL service priority, the classes must be offered. The BTOP grant ends July 31st. Please consider volunteering to instruct a class or two. The training modules are loaded on the instructor's computer in the lab. I think it is safe to project that staff members can provide instruction on the following:

• Intro to MS Word
• Intro to Excel
• Intro to PowerPoint
• Basic Internet Searching
• Windows 7 Basics
• Email Basics
• Computer Help Session
• 50+ Computer Club
• Open Job Lab (as we did prior to BTOP) 
• Getting to Know Your Gadgets: E-Books

We need to start thinking about possibilities. Classes such Computer Help & Gadgets may be limited to one hour rather than two. In addition to the weekly Open Job Lab &  50+  Computer Club we may only be able to offer a few classes each week. 

Ideas are welcome!

Pat