Start Line
In 1998, Nike, Inc., with the National Head Start Association,
created Start Line. Start Line has since placed hardware
and software in 134 Head Start programs and provided training
for teachers and Head Start staff who in turn made the technology
available each year to more than 46,000 of America’s
neediest children. Funding the purchase of 1,685 computers,
Nike’s investment has made a tremendous impact. However,
there remains a tremendous need to bring technology into
classrooms.
Open to all Head Start programs in Washington, Oregon, and
California, Start Line now, in addition, targets small, rural
Head Start programs anywhere.
Start Line Recipients receive workstations from HATCH comprising
a computer, software, a printer, and ergonomically appropriate
enclosures and work areas. A key, and unique, element of
the program is providing training and unlimited technical
support for the computers for the life of the workstations.
This is especially valuable for Head Start programs in rural
areas where technical support resources are scarce.
Hatch was selected to provide hardware, software, furniture,
training, and support for Start Line. Hatch has a large geographic
reach and a proven record of providing high-quality face-to-face
training and support even in remote rural areas. All sites
receive more than one visit from Hatch support personnel
each year.
Start
Line Applications are now available.
For additional information or questions, call 703-739-7556
or email startline@nhsa.org.
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