Palm Inc.

[Tracy Brower]

In a message dated 7/11/01 1:05:13 PM Eastern Daylight Time,=20
vinsonk at ci.portsmouth.va.us writes:

<p>> Palm Inc. Has Donation Program for Nonprofits.  Does anyone know of an
> organization that has been awarded?  I am interested in how they are using
> the handheld devices with youth or do you have any ideas?
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> Keith
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USA Today had an article a few weeks ago on the subject. I don't remember =20
the date. It talked about students using the Palms for class schedules=20
though. It addresses the pros and cons of giving kids another gadget.

Our staff uses Palms (all were individually purchased, not donated) and=20
students have asked about getting them.

Tracy Brower
Program Director
Student Training Opportunity Program (STOP)
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