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ECHS Charlotte Students Offer Tech Assistance Workshops

Mar 19, 2014

The National Honor Society club at Edison Collegiate High School Charlotte will host multiple “Tech Workshops” focused on assisting people with basic usage of their smart phones, cameras and computers.  Individuals who want to learn more about their electronic devices, or are having problems with them, are invited to attend one of the workshops to ask questions and learn new and efficient ways to use their device.  Workshops will take place:

• March 28: 4-7 PM, at ECHS Charlotte in Punta Gorda located at 26300 Airport Rd.

• March 29: 12-4 PM, at Moose Lodge 2121 in Port Charlotte located at 3462 Loveland Blvd.

• April 17: 4-7 PM, at ECHS Charlotte in Punta Gorda located at 26300 Airport Rd.

• April 19: 12-4 PM, at Moose Lodge 2121 in Port Charlotte located at 3462 Loveland Blvd.

“Technology changes so quickly these days, and everyone has a different smart phone, computer or tablet,” said Blake Schmidt, ECHS Science Teacher.  “Our Honor students want to give back to their community and they all have great knowledge on the ins and outs of these devices.”

Individuals are invited to bring iPhones, iPads, iPods, Androids, Computers (excluding Windows 8), basic cameras, tablets and even older phones to a workshop, and the students will do their best to solve any issues, and provide tips for more efficient ways to utilize their specific device. 

About ECHS Charlotte

ECHS Charlotte is designed to provide students of all ability levels an opportunity to graduate with both a high school degree and an Associate of Arts (AA) degree from Edison State College.  The transformational teaching methods used provide an engaging learning environment and opportunities for all students to receive additional educational resources through the high school and Edison State College.   Students enjoy small class sizes and individualized attention at ECHS since the school has a maximum of 400 students, 100 per grade from nine through 12.  For more information about Edison Collegiate High School Charlotte County visit www.edison.edu/wp/echs.

About Edison State College

Celebrating over 50 years of excellence, Edison State College is Southwest Florida’s largest, most accessible and ranked nationally as one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Serving more than 22,000 students per year regionally, nationally, and internationally, students are also active in a wide variety of clubs and programs that cater to their interests. Nationally, Edison State is ranked 45th among associate degree producers and 26th for its prestigious associate producing Nursing program.

Last Updated: March 19, 2014