The IT Facility Summer Boot Camps

The IT Facility is happy to announce the dates for its summer boot camp.

Children in Grades 4 & 5 can attend Computer Based learning in Math’s and English in 5 half day sessions from Monday 16th July.

Courses begin: Monday 16th, 23rd, 30th July and Monday 6th August 2007.

Children between the ages of 14 – 18 years can gain ICDL Certification in our specially priced ICDL Boot Camp aimed specifically at teenagers.

Course begins: Monday 16th July – 10th August 07.

Kittivisian Life Launched

Kittivisian Life, the Federation’s first online and hard copy Lifestyle magazine was launched on Wed 21st March 2007.This innovative concept is a product of The IT Facility, in its continuing efforts to showcase positive aspects of life in the Federation.

The magazine, which is also available free in hard copy format, is widely available from the several key outlets in St Kitts and Nevis including supermarkets, petrol stations, banks and the post office in Basseterre and Charlestown.

The purpose of the magazine is to bring to the people of the Federation at home and abroad, information that would enhance their well being in an easily accessible format. To showcase the best of what is happening in the Federation to the global community of Kittisians and Nevisians as well as to regional and worldwide audiences. We are also keen to create a Business Ecosystem or Network, where several businesses work together to facilitate customer needs, share ideas, and develop products and services. In so doing generate employment in the Federation through developing the skills of the people.

The magazine, covers topics on business, personal finance, information technology, self-development, health, home and garden, beauty, a heritage slot and a children’s section.

Readers can send in letters and emails on topics they might like to see in the magazine, and from time to time we will run competitions for poets, writers and artists to showcase their talents.

We believe strongly in the principles of ‘each one teaches one’ and Kittivisian Life is a collaboration of businesses working together for mutual benefit.

Prospective advertisers or contributors can contact us by telephone at The IT Facility on 466 7025 or at Kittivisian Life, at editor@kittivisianlife.com
Website: www.kittivisianlife.com

Graduate of The IT Facility wins Regional Competition
Basseterre St Kitts, 6 December 2006

Chaneé Bridgewater of St. Kitts recently gained her ICDL certification and was asked to submit a short testimonial to the regional ICDL Candidate Competition.

Her submission was chosen to represent the Caribbean Region and will be sent to the ECDL Foundation in Ireland where it will compete in the worldwide contest.

Chaneé’s mother accepted a plaque and cheque for US$275 on behalf of her daughter who presently studying in the US.

Russell Williams of The IT Facility noted that Chaneé has proved that having ICDL certification has its rewards. Not only was she able to be more effective in her job, but has been able to put those skills to use as she further her studies. Winning the competition and the prize-money I’m sure is icing on the cake for Chaneé and would be useful at this time. The competition is held annually, and we would be looking for candidates for 2007.

For more information on the ICDL programme call The IT Facility at 466-7025, or visit their website at www.theitfacility.com or e-mail training@theitfacility.com

The IT Facility to Pilot Online Learning for Children
Basseterre St Kitts, 16 August 2006, The IT Facility to Pilot Online Learning for Children

The IT Facility is to launch a pilot computer based learning project, for children in Maths and English. The aim is to develop children’s ability in critical thinking, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.

The month long Pilot Project would target children of the Federation who will be entering grade 6 this year (i.e. those between 11&12 years of age.) We believe that this age group would best demonstrate what is achievable with this programme in the time allowed. However, there are just 50 places, and these will be allocated on a 1st come 1st served basis.

Participants must have access to a computer with high speed internet. They must be willing to commit to minimum of 3 hrs additional study per week, and ½ hr attendance for face-to-face contact weekly.

As the content is online, students can access the learning material any day of the week at times convenient to their other commitments. We also believe that the content is more engaging and interactive for the students, with online tutor support to assist those children who need additional help.

Persons interested to register their children for the Pilot Project should contact The IT Facility either by telephone on 466-7025 or email: training@theitfacility.com or via the website at: www.theitfacility.com

Basseterre, St. Kitts 21st July 2006. AVEC chooses the ICDL and The IT Facility.

The Advanced Vocational Educational Centre (AVEC) has chosen to enroll a number of Lecturers in the International Computer Drivers License (ICDL) programme at The IT Facility.

Director of AVEC Mr. Malcolm Knight said, having reviewed the growing demands of the private sector and the ICDL syllabus we decided that ICDL Certification would enhance the skills of our staff in key areas.

Russell Williams, Managing Director of The IT Facility, remarked that, “over the last four years, we have been working to bring partners on board to deliver ICDL to the Federation. AVEC’s decision to adopt the ICDL benefits not only to their institution but also to the Federation, as we work together to bring international IT Certification to a wider audience.”

“Last year the St. Kitts-Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce became the first chamber in the CARICOM region to endorse the ICDL as a programme offering many benefits to the private sector. It was, therefore, only a matter of time before progressive institutions such as AVEC came on board, to satisfy the demands of the private sector.” Williams stated.

For more information on the ICDL programme please call either The IT Facility at 466-7025, e-mail training@theitfacility.com or visit their website at www.theitfacility.com. Persons’ interested in enrolling at AVEC in September should contact AVEC at 465-5607.

9th June 2006

The IT Facility, is part of a GOPA led team selected by The Eastern Caribbean Telecommunication Authority (ECTEL)

The IT Facility’s lead consultant Russell Williams is a member of the team selected by ECTEL to implement their World Bank funded Telecommunications and ICT Development project, intended to develop broadband applications and increase the use of high-speed internet.