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Intel Oregon and Best Buy Working Together on Electronics Recycling
HILLSBORO, OR, August 15, 2006 – Intel Corporation and Best Buy invite Oregonians to recycle their too old, too slow or burned out computer systems -- including peripherals, desktop and laptop computers, keyboards, mice, and monitors - TVs, phones, DVDs and other electronics at the Best Buy store at Cedar Hills Crossing in Beaverton.
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| | Date: | Saturday, August 19, 2006 | |
| Time: | 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. | |
| Location: | Best Buy – Beaverton
3055 SW Cedar Hills Blvd
Beaverton, OR 97005 | |
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| | Items accepted for recycling: | Items not accepted for recycling: | |
 | TVs* | | Microwaves |
| VCRs | | Smoke detectors |
| Computer monitors* and CPUS | | Air conditioners |
| Phones | | |
| Major household appliances | | |
| Cellular phones/PDAs/pagers | | |
| Inkjet/printer cartridges | | |
| Keyboards/mice | | |
| Rechargeable batteries | | |
| Scanners, printers and fax machines | | |
*Cost: Most items will be recycled at no charge. There is a $10 fee for computer monitors and televisions up to 27,” and a $20 fee for televisions larger than 27”.
E-waste recycling is part of a commitment to environmental stewardship by Intel Corporation and Best Buy. Both companies participate in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Plug-IN to eCycling campaign. In Oregon, Intel is also founder of Students Recycling Used Technology (StRUT) which places refurbished computers in schools throughout the state to supplement educational programs. StRUT also works with business partners to reduce their e-waste through refurbishing and recycling.
The Intel/Best Buy recycling event will help keep used electronics out of our landfills and provide an opportunity for our community to manage there used electronics in a sound manner
As consumers purchase new and exciting technology products, the responsible disposal of old equipment is an important issue," says Jill Eiland, Intel Oregon Public Affairs Manager. "Everything Intel does to reduce its environmental impact - conserving water, recycling solid waste, and sponsoring e-Waste recycling events - makes a difference."
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Intel and SOLV Announce Education Grant
HILLSBORO, OR, July 21, 2006 - SOLV and Intel Oregon announce the award of an Intel Foundation education grant to support a pilot service-learning program, Equipo Verde (Green Team), in partnership with the OSU Extension 4-H “Tech Wizards” program in the Forest Grove School District.
“The program builds on SOLV’s expertise in service-learning,” comments Susan Abravanel, SOLV Education Director. “It also incorporates SOLV’s acknowledged leadership in urban stream restoration project management.”
According to Lisa Conroy, OSU Extension Service Washington County 4-H faculty and Tech Wizards Program Coordinator, “The 4-H Tech Wizards program is delighted to expand our highly successful after-school mentoring program at Forest Grove High School to include this new science, leadership, and Career-Related Learning Standards (CRLS) focused project.
Intel Oregon has supported Tech Wizards with volunteers and grants since its inception in 1999 This new partnership with SOLV is one more example of how organizations working together can engage families to make a huge difference in educational achievement, future workforce readiness, and the quality of life in our communities.”
The pilot program will target the Latino student population. According to the 2004-05 Oregon Statewide Report Card, this population has increased 183 percent in the last decade and is under-served in math, science and technology-related education and careers.
“Intel is so pleased to help support SOLV’s service-learning initiative,” said Janet Rash, Community Relations Manager at Intel Oregon. “Participating in programs that link the classroom to the community and help close the achievement gap for Latino youth is high on our list of key objectives.”
According to State Schools Superintendent Susan Castillo, a partner with SOLV, INTEL and OSU Extension in the Forest Grove project, “Only about 20% of Latino students met 10th grade standards in mathematics, compared with about 50% of the total student population In addition, nearly 10% of Latino students drop out before graduating from high school, and we believe programs like this one can reverse that trend.”
“The challenge is clear,” says Ms Abravanel. “Oregon needs new, engaging educational initiatives, targeted at its significant and growing under-served Latino student population. Our pilot is designed to help them be successful in meeting academic standards in science, mathematics and language arts, as well as meet Oregon’s new high school graduation requirements. Students are now expected to demonstrate completion of an ‘extended application,’ through which they apply school-based learning to new out-of-school situations; and are assessed on their ability to incorporate ‘career-related learning experiences’ in the areas of Personal Management, Problem Solving, Communication, Teamwork, Employment Foundations and Career Development.”
“Research also points to the success of service-learning in leading to improved student retention of academic learning and skills; increased student motivation; decreased dropout rate; and students who feel more positive about the relevance of schools in their lives,” she concluded.
Intel, the world leader in silicon innovation, develops technologies, products and initiatives to continually advance how people work and live. Additional information about Intel is available at: www.intel.com/pressroom. Intel Oregon is Intel’s largest site in the world and Oregon’s largest private employer. More information is available at: www.intel.com/community/Oregon.
Founded in 1969 by Oregon Governor Tom McCall to address litter and vandalism problems, SOLV has expanded to reach every county in the state and to bring together government agencies, businesses and individuals in programs and projects to enhance the livability of Oregon. Because of this expansion SOLV no longer calls itself “Stop Oregon Litter and Vandalism” and has adopted the acronym, SOLV, as its official name.
To learn more about how to get involved with SOLV, please click on www.solv.org.
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Benson students take national honors in SkillsUSA Competition
HILLSBORO, OR, June 26, 2006 - With help from Intel Oregon, Jacob Patterson and Martin Couch, both 18, from Portland, Oregon, took the gold medal in Radio (audio) Production at the SkillsUSA national championship competition.
The SkillsUSA Championships, held in Kansas City, Missouri were part of the 42nd annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC), a showcase of career and technical education students.
More than 4,800 outstanding career and technical education students – all state contest winners – competed hands-on in 84 different trade, technical and leadership fields.
Jacob and Martin graduated earlier this month from Benson Polytechnic High School. “We are very proud of Jacob and Martin and all they have accomplished,” said Bill Cooper, the advisor for the Benson SkillsUSA chapter. Kevin Flink, the students’ radio broadcasting teacher, said “The gold medal Jacob and Martin won puts our program on the map and the national recognition validates the work our students are doing.”
The Radio (Audio) Production contest is designed to challenge contestants to produce three radio spots using an information sheet provided. Each team had 2 ½ hours to write and produce the spots and put them on a CD-ROM. The contestants are judged on the professionalism of their production, the quality of the audio and how well the information is conveyed to the listener.
The Benson radio production team was able to compete in Kansas City thanks to the generous assistance of Intel. The company provided the computers for the Oregon SkillsUSA competition in April as well as the computer Jacob and Martin used to bring home the gold.
Benson sent a total of 13 students to the SkillsUSA championships this year. Four students placed 5th in the nation in their events. They are: Alex Miller in Computer Programming; Andy Bui in Electronics Applications; and the Television (video) Production team of Sean Parker and Channing Tannehill. One student, Roshan Patel, made a 9th place finish in the Job Interview competition.
SkillsUSA is a national partnership of students, teachers and industry, working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. SkillsUSA chapters across the country help students who are preparing for careers in technical, skilled, and service occupations excel. SkillsUSA has more than 280,000 students and instructors as members.
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Intel & Hillsboro Schools Foundation Award $40,000 in Grants to Glencoe High School
HILLSBORO, OR, June 6, 2006 - The Intel Oregon “Prize Patrol” and members of the Hillsboro Schools Foundation (HSF) will make a surprise visit to Glencoe High School on Tuesday, June 6 to award the sixth annual Intel/HSF Science, Math and Technology Grants for Innovative Education.
WHAT: The Intel Oregon “Prize Patrol” and members of the Hillsboro Schools Foundation (HSF) will make a surprise visit to Glencoe High School on Tuesday, June 6 to award the sixth annual Intel/HSF Science, Math and Technology Grants for Innovative Education. Glencoe High School will receive a grand total of $40,000 in computers, printers, software and science peripherals. Media are invited to join the school visit with the Prize Patrol. Please meet in the school’s office.
WHEN: Surprise Visit, 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 6
WHERE: Glencoe High School, 2700 NW Glencoe Road, Hillsboro.
Background
The Intel Prize Patrol and HSF will come together at Glencoe High School where unsuspecting Brooke Mowry, Glencoe’s Student to Work Coordinator, and math teacher, Lindsay White, will be surprised while teaching their students. “Project Lead the Way,” Mowry’s $20,000 winning grant, will provide a four-year sequence of courses such as Engineering Design, Digital Electronics, Computer Integrated Manufacturing and Civil Engineering introducing students to the broad field of engineering. “Actively Engaging Students in Mathematics through Technology ,” White’s $20,000 winning grant, will bring exciting technology to the class room so all students will be actively engaged by using an approach called Classroom Performance System. The system will place a hand held device in each student’s hand allowing them to answer questions anonymously and provide instantaneous feedback using data graphics. Intel and the Hillsboro Schools Foundation (HSF) are partners in the mission to provide grants for innovative educati on in Hillsboro Schools. The two organizations jointly manage an application and award process for school projects that demonstrate an innovative approach to increasing student achievement in science, math and technology. This is the sixth year of this program. Since the program’s inception, the organizations have granted nearly $325,000.
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Intel Connecting Oregon Travelers
HILLSBORO, OR, May 23, 2006 - Intel Oregon is joining with the state and other businesses to promote the availability of wireless internet access at highway rest areas and state parks.
The Oregon Travel Information Council (OTIC), in cooperation with the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, has installed wireless internet access at locations along select Oregon highways and state parks. The effort is a 2-year pilot project designed to gauge public usage and support for the service, with a view to expansion if warranted.
An increasing number of vehicles, particularly motor homes and smaller campers, are carrying computers so travelers can stay in touch with family and friends, check traffic and weather reports, locate overnight services and local attractions, identify places to visit, and monitor news sites.
Tourism has a major positive economic impact on Oregon. Total direct travel spending in Oregon reached approximately $7.4 billion in 2005, according to an economic impact analysis. Programs which facilitate tourism and influence the length of stays can enlarge that impact.
Intel sponsoring Oregon Naturally
To increase public use of the wireless service, and increase tourism and appreciation of Oregon’s stunning natural beauty, Intel Oregon is sponsoring a digital photo competition called “Oregon Naturally" on the program’s website. The website can only be accessed at rest stops and state parks participating in the pilot project.
The contest invites travelers to submit photos of natural scenes in Oregon that they encounter as they explore the state. Photos can only be submitted at the parks and rest stops with the wireless connections.
Each month a winning entrant will receive a 24-month day pass to Oregon State parks. Additional grand prizes for award-winning photos submitted during the entire first contest period, May 15 - Oct. 31, 2006, are being provided by Shilo Inns and Intel Oregon.
Shilo Inns was founded in 1974, and today has more than 45 convenient locations in nine western states. Shilo Inns is considered the largest private, independently owned and operated hospitality company in the Western United States.
Intel, the world leader in silicon innovation, develops technologies, products and initiatives to continually advance how people work and live. Additional information about Intel is available at: www.intel.com/pressroom. Intel Oregon is Intel’s largest site in the world and Oregon’s largest private employer.
News Access
KGW-TV (NBC) has also joined the program as the official news site for visitors who connect to the wireless website at rest stops and parks. KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8 and kgw.com will be the exclusive news and weather provider for the Road Connect home page. Northwest NewsChannel 8 is the largest and most-watched television news organization in Oregon. Kgw.com is the leading television news website in the country and has won the prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award for Best Website in the Pacific Northwest four times over the past five years.
On kgw.com web visitors can catch the latest news and best weather information from the KGW First Alert Storm Team, led by Oregon's most experienced meteorologist, Matt Zaffino. On the kgw.com weather page visitors can get customized weather information by zip code, see live weather cameras, get the 7-day forecast and see weather patterns live as they unfold on First Alert Doppler 8000, a live weather radar.
Wireless Access
“Wireless access at recreation areas and rest stops are a step forward in improving citizen’s connections and transforming the way people experience travel,” said Paul Butcher, Marketing Manager - State & Local Government, Intel Americas, Inc.
The wireless internet service being provided by OTIC is free to the public for access to:
TripCheck.com for real time traffic, weather, and travel services www.oregon.gov* for access to Oregon State government services www.oregonstateparks.org,* the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department website at the state parks. The Oregon Naturally digital photo contest presented by Intel Oregon KGW-TV (NBC) A limited number of sponsored web pages
Beyond the basic free services noted above, travelers visiting the rest stops and state parks participating in the pilot project can also check their e mail or go to other sites on the internet at minimal cost. The charge is just $1.99 for 20 minutes, $3.99 for the day, $7.99 for a week or $29.99 for a month.
Coach Connect, Inc. a traveler services and Internet connectivity company, is providing the professional grade high speed wireless Internet access at the pilot project sites. Coach Connect provides wireless internet services to the RV industry and at 114 Texas Rest Areas.
The Oregon Travel Information Council is a unique state agency which does not rely on public funds for its operation. Its mission since 1972 is to provide motorists unfamiliar with Oregon with information of a travel-related nature and to provide motorists with program services that ensure safe and convenient travel.
Where to connect
Under the pilot program, OTIC currently provides wireless computer access service for travelers at:
Multnomah Falls, I-84, 29 miles east of Portland Ontario Safety Rest Area and Welcome Center, I-84, in Ontario Oregon Midland Rest Safety Area and Welcome Center, US-97, 8 miles south of Klamath Falls Valley of the Rogue Rest Area, I-5, 11 miles south of Grants Pass Harris Beach Rest Area and Welcome Center, US 101, 2 miles North of Brookings Valley of the Rogue State Park, I-5, 11 miles south of Grants Pass Harris Beach State Park, US 101, 2 miles North of Brookings
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Connecting Travelers Intel, KGW-TV (NBC) and Shilo Inns team up with Oregon Travel Information Council to promote wireless internet connections at rest stops and state parks.
May 16, 2006, HILLSBORO, OR – Intel Oregon is joining with the Oregon Travel Information Council (OTIC), KGW-TV (NBC) and Shilo Inns to promote the availability of wireless internet access at highway rest areas and state parks. Intel, KGW-TV (NBC) and Shilo Inns team up with Oregon Travel Information Council to promote wireless internet connections at rest stops and state parks.
The Council in cooperation with the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, has installed wireless internet access at locations along Oregon highways and state parks. The effort is a 2-year pilot project designed to gauge public usage and support for the service, with a view to expansion if warranted.
An increasing number of vehicles, particularly motor homes and smaller campers, are carrying computers so travelers can stay in touch with family and friends, check traffic and weather reports, locate overnight services and local attractions, identify places to visit, and monitor news sites.
Tourism has a major positive economic impact on Oregon. Total direct travel spending in Oregon reached approximately $7.4 billion in 2005, according to an economic impact analysis. Programs which facilitate tourism and influence the length of stays can enlarge that impact.
Oregon Naturally
To increase public use of the wireless service, and increase appreciation of Oregon’s stunning natural beauty, Intel Oregon is sponsoring a digital photo competition called “Oregon Naturally” on the program’s website.
The contest invites travelers to submit photos of natural scenes in Oregon that they encounter as they explore Oregon. Photos can only be submitted at the parks and rest stops with the wireless connections. Prizes for winning photos in the first contest period, May 15 – Oct. 31, 2006, are being provided by Intel Oregon and Shilo Inns.
Intel, the world leader in silicon innovation, develops technologies, products and initiatives to continually advance how people work and live. Additional information about Intel is available at www.intel.com/pressroom.
Intel Oregon is Intel’s largest site in the world and Oregon’s largest private employer. Additional information about Intel Oregon is available at www.intel.com/community/oregon.
Shilo Inns was founded in 1974, and today has more than 45 convenient locations in nine western states. Shilo Inns is considered the largest private, independently owned and operated hospitality company in the Western United States.
News Access
KGW-TV (NBC) has also joined the program as the official news site for visitors who connect to the wireless website at rest stops and parks.
KGW Northwest News Channel 8 and kgw.com will be the exclusive news and weather provider for the Road Connect home page. Northwest News Channel 8 is the largest and most-watched television news organization in Oregon. Kgw.com is the leading television news website in the country and has won the prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award for Best Website in the Pacific Northwest four times over the past five years.
On kgw.com web visitors can catch the latest news and best weather information from the KGW First Alert Storm Team, led by Oregon’s most experienced meteorologist, Matt Zaffino. On the kgw.com weather page visitors can get customized weather information by zip code, see live weather cameras, get the 7-day forecast and see weather patterns live as they unfold on First Alert Doppler 8000, a live weather radar.
Wireless Access
“Wireless access at recreation areas and rest stops are a step forward in improving citizen’s connections and transforming the way people experience travel,” said Paul Butcher, Marketing Manager - State & Local Government, Intel Americas, Inc.
The wireless internet service being provided by OTIC is free to the public for access to:
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TripCheck.com for real time traffic, weather, and travel services |
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Oregon.gov for access to Oregon State government services |
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Oregonstateparks.org, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department website at the state parks. |
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The Oregon Naturally digital photo contest presented by Intel Oregon |
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KGW-TV (NBC) |
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A limited number of sponsored web pages |
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Beyond the basic free services noted above, travelers visiting the rest stops and state parks participating in the pilot project can also check their e mail or go to other sites on the internet at minimal cost. The charge is just $1.99 for 20 minutes, $3.99 for the day, $7.99 for a week or $29.99 for a month.
Coach Connect, Inc. a traveler services and Internet connectivity company, is providing the professional grade high speed wireless Internet access at the pilot project sites. Coach Connect provides wireless internet services to the RV industry and at 114 Texas Rest Areas.
The Oregon Travel Information Council is a unique state agency which does not rely on public funds for its operation. Its mission since 1972 is to provide motorists unfamiliar with Oregon with information of a travel-related nature and to provide motorists with program services that ensure safe and convenient travel.
Where to connect
The Oregon Travel Information Council currently provides wireless computer access service for travelers at:
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Multnomah Falls, I-84, 29 miles east of Portland |
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Ontario Safety Rest Area and Welcome Center, I-84, in Ontario Oregon |
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Midland Rest Safety Area and Welcome Center, US-97, 8 miles south of Klamath Falls |
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Valley of the Rogue Rest Area, I-5, 11 miles south of Grants Pass |
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Harris Beach Rest Area and Welcome Center, US 101, 2 miles North of Brookings |
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Valley of the Rogue State Park, I-5, 11 miles south of Grants Pass |
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Harris Beach State Park, US 101, 2 miles North of Brookings |
Additional service points may be added in the future.
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