Re: (clug-talk) CBE Wants to hear from us - it's a start at least.

Well
I would like to be counted on the (practical) portion, if possible. 
Installing, building, training, network ... 
Cheers
Szemir

On Monday 22 September 2003 17:32, you wrote:
> Kevin,
>
> I spent almost 5 years working with technology in education (a growing
> private school in Calgary).  I'm familiar with the "business" issues, if
> you will, surrounding technology in the Education system, Alberta Learning
> and somewhat with the CBE as well.  I'd be very interested in seeing this
> initial proposal (and hopefully acceptance) promoted effectively to the
> "upper management" decision-making levels as well if there is an in-road to
> such platforms through this juncture.  It could be an excellent opportunity
> to strategize a business proposal in addition to
> presentation/demonstration.
>
> I (still) believe that Education and Linux/Open Source can benefit mutually
> and symbiotically over the long haul.  I am eager to see Linux and/or Open
> Source take a foothold in Education, so if I can assist in any way please
> let me know.
>
> Best of luck to you, and keep us posted.
>
> Sincerely,
> Curtis
>
>  -----Original Message-----
> From: Kevin Anderson [mailto:list-server@xxxxxxxxxxxxx]
> Sent: September 22, 2003 1:35 PM
> To: clug-talk@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: (clug-talk) CBE Wants to hear from us - it's a start at least.
>
>
>   I have finally found a school principal who is interested in a quick
> demonstration of Linux.
>
>   She understands that it against CBE Policy and that she cannot impliment
> it immediately in her school.
>
>   I would like to prepare a 1 page persuasive essay on why it is worth her
> spending 1-2 hours for a 'CLUG meeting on steroids' where she can see a few
> samplings on what Linux can offer to the school.
>
>   Assuming this is done well, I believe that she can help to drive it from
> inside CBE.  A principal would certainly have more 'pull' than a bunch of
> geeks chanting "Linux rules".
>
>   Also, if this has been done before (especially successfully), I'd like to
> learn more about it.  Links appreciated.
>
>   I'd also be interested in suggestions and/or volunteers.  I'll write the
> paper myself, but I could use some additional hands if/when it came time to
> actually present something.
>
>   Thanks
>   Kev.