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Computer basics training that includes free instruction and a free Chromebook is available in East TN. The class is designed for those with no computer experience, said Dayle Beyer, executive director of ROANEnet, a non-profit dedicated to digital equity and access. “Our goal is to help everyone in the community become digitally literate,” Beyer said. The three-hour classes are small—usually […]
Recently, 10 computers were donated to the @bgctnv, at an event organized by @ATTImpact. @ROANEnet helped provide the computers for this successful donation event.#ATTImpact #NonProfitNetwork #DigitalInclusion #DigitalEquity pic.twitter.com/x6aBl8aTp1— Digitunity (@digitunity) January 13, 2023
Summer-Ready-Online-Auction starts June 22nd to benefit ROANEnet’s ongoing programs including free computers and computer basics classes. ROANEnet (roanenet.org) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) provides complete computer systems at no cost, to families and individuals who cannot otherwise afford them and computer basics education to create a community that empowers people to realize their potential. ROANEnet has an ongoing need for funds […]
These computer basics classes help seniors learn email, google apps, internet security, health and financial tools, and more! Sign up at https://roanenet.org/free-computer-basics-class-for-seniors/
Be a part of something important to your community. ROANEnet, a non-profit organization dedicated to digital inclusion, seeks volunteers to serve on the board of directors. Candidates should have experience in business, technology, education or related fields. Duties include participation in ROANEnet activities, board meetings, and other volunteer activities. Interested parties should email ROANEnet at [email protected]
Harriman, TN — ROANEnet has announced that Lee Garrott has joined the ROANEnet board of directors. A resident of Roane County, Lee came to East Tennessee from Mayfield Kentucky, and Murray State University with a BS in construction technology. Arriving in Tennessee in 1974 he worked for TVA for 28 years, retiring from Watts Bar nuclear plant as an industrial safety […]
ROANEnet has announced the winners of the 2021 Student Essay Contest. Winners in each of five categories were notified last week that they will each receive a new Dell Laptop Computer from Comcast and $100. Contestants, including students from elementary, middle, and high school, college, and Tennessee Reconnect, were asked to submit an essay on the subject of “If I […]
ROANEnet announced this week that it has received a Roane County United Way Community Enhancement grant in the amount of 1,000.00 for computer parts and licensing expenses. The Harriman-based non-profit said that the funding will be used to further the organization’s endeavor of providing digital literacy in Roane County. ROANEnet provides a valuable service to students, seniors, and underserved members of […]
Richard Glover has been named Volunteer of the Month of November 2021 for the non-profit ROANEnet. Richard has been volunteering for ROANEnet since January 2021 to help apply his knowledge and experience serving Roane County. He is responsible for the management of ROANEnet’s Digital Lab, mentoring desktop support interns and the refurbishing of digital equipment for distribution to the community. […]
ROANEnet, a Roane County non-profit dedicated to digital inclusion, is sponsoring an essay contest for Roane County students. The winners will receive $100 and a laptop computer. State Representative Kent Calfee will be one of the volunteers judging the contest and presenting prizes to the winners. The contest is open to elementary, middle, high school and technical or college students […]