Senior Citizen Technology Classes

 

Technology skills and smartphone usage have become an important part of daily life for Americans of all ages, including senior citizens.

 

As a way of saying thanks to our senior citizens, Norwin School District is pleased to offer technology classes at NO COST to residents who are 62 and older. Classes are available for Norwin School District residents who live in Irwin Borough, North Irwin Borough, or North Huntingdon Township. Proof of residency is required.

 

The classes have been customized specifically for senior citizens. Classes will be taught by Mr. Jared Schultz and Mrs. Laura Swick, who are Norwin technology support teachers. Norwin High School students will help facilitate in order to lend helping hands when needed. This is an easy and casual way for older adults to learn about their technology. 

 

Please register by submitting the form provided on the following page. Available class seats will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. In the event that a maximum class size is reached, registrants will be placed on a waiting list with the possibility of additional class dates being added. 

 

Thursday, November 14, 2024  from 3:30-5:30pm at Norwin High School

 

According to the FBI’s 2022 Internet Crime report, over 80,000 people over the age of 60 were victims of online fraud in that year alone reporting over $3.1 billion in losses. In this class, you will learn about current scams and how to protect yourself. Course topics include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

Identifying signs & indicators of fraudulent activity to prevent becoming a victim, recognizing common themes of deception, recognizing uncommon requests for payment/money transfers, becoming aware of how fraudulent activity can happen on common communication platforms and social media sites, and learning identity theft prevention measures.

 

 

Class meets Thursday, December 12, 2024 from 3:30-5:15 pm at Norwin High School 

This class will teach you useful iPhone features to make life a little easier. Please bring your Apple iPhone to this class. Course topics include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

iPhone Basics (including buttons, gestures and typing), Finding and installing apps, Browsing the Internet, Making Video Calls, Taking Photos, and Configuring Settings

 

Class meets Thursday, January 16, 2025  from 3:30-5:15 pm, Norwin High School 

 

This class is for those who are familiar with the basic functionality of the iPhone and ready to do more with the device.  Please bring your iPhone to this class. Course topics include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

iPhone accessibility tools, Advanced Settings, Advanced Control Center features, Using Safari Reader tools, Making video calls, Organizing apps, Group texting and communication, AirPlay and AirDrop