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Daily Record
03-07-2025
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Shotts senior citizens join digital leaders from St Patrick's Primary School for Driving Digital Locally intergenerational project
This is the tenth session to take place as part of this project and was held over three weeks at Shotts Community Centre. A group of senior residents from Shotts joined P6 digital leaders from St Patrick's Primary School in the latest instalment of the Driving Digital Locally intergenerational project. The initiative, developed and run by North Lanarkshire Council, aims to bridge the digital divide by educating older residents about digital technology through personalised, one-to-one training sessions with young people. This is the tenth session to take place as part of this project and was held over three weeks at Shotts Community Centre. During the sessions, the seniors engaged in lively discussions with the pupils, covering topics such as childhood memories and favourite songs. Using iPads, the pupils skilfully brought these stories to life, creating a vibrant and interactive learning environment. The P7 digital leaders included Chloe Wright, Charlotte Begley, Samuel Begley, Niall O'Hare and Lewis Hanley. They commented on their experience, saying: "Helping adults for a change is so much fun. "We make them aware of the issues on the internet and help them protect themselves. "We also show them how to use it better, showing them how easy it can be." Principal teacher at St Patrick's, Claire Munogee, added: "This project has been a powerful reminder that learning knows no age limits. "Bringing together senior citizens and students created a truly inspiring exchange, where experience met curiosity, and everyone gained something valuable. "It has been a joy to see generations connecting through technology and growing together." *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here.
Daily Record
01-05-2025
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- Daily Record
Caldercruix Retired Women's Group team up with Glengowan Primary School pupils for Driving Digital Locally intergenerational project
Initiative, developed and run by North Lanarkshire Council, aims to bridge the digital divide by educating older residents about digital technology through personalised, one-to-one training sessions with young people. Ten members of the Caldercruix Retired Women's Group collaborated with digital leaders from Glengowan Primary School in the latest successful instalment of the Driving Digital Locally intergenerational project. This initiative, developed and run by North Lanarkshire Council, aims to bridge the digital divide by educating older residents about digital technology through personalised, one-to-one training sessions with young people. The project, now in its eighth session, took place over four weeks at Forrestfield Retirement Complex in Caldercruix. During these sessions, the seniors engaged in lively discussions with the pupils, covering topics such as childhood memories and favourite songs. Using iPads, the pupils skilfully brought these stories to life, creating a vibrant and interactive learning environment. The P6 and P7 digital leaders included Marley Edosomwan, Izzy McNab, Alfie Waugh, Myah Scott, Romany Tennant, Jessica Mullett, Jessica McNeil, Stewart Brodie, Emma Davies, Amy Rice, Sophia Reid, Lucia Bianchi, Marcus Aagesen and Jack McCready. Kirsty Teasdale, principal teacher at Glengowan Primary School, said: 'Our Primary Six and Seven children thoroughly enjoyed participating in the Intergeneration project. "It was a fabulous opportunity for them to engage with older members of the Caldercruix community, and they especially enjoyed being able to share their learning and knowledge of digital tools and resources. "Thank you for the opportunity to take part in the project.' North Lanarkshire Provost Kenneth Duffy added: 'I was delighted to meet with both the seniors and the pupils from the local primary school. "The intergenerational project not only enhances digital literacy among older adults but also fosters meaningful connections between generations, enriching the community and promoting mutual understanding and respect.' Ann Tripney, secretary of the Caldercruix Retired Women's Group, said: 'The project was a great success as it brought three generations together (pupils, teachers and seniors) in a social and educational setting. "We all really enjoyed the experience and learned so much from the kids; they are a credit to their school.' *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here.
