High School students provide technical help at the Senior Center
High school students from River HomeLink, Battle Ground High School, and Prairie High School are bridging the generation gap—and sorting out smartphone settings—at the local Battle Ground Senior Center. Each month, the tech-savvy teens meet with seniors, who arrive with their "notebooks in hand and questions ready" for the ‘Android’ and ‘iPhone’ tables. From mastering new features to understanding settings, the sessions are a popular, allowing the older generation to confidently navigate their devices with a little help from the high schoolers, who also earn volunteer hours.
It’s about more than just technology, though. The popular monthly event highlights a touching connection between the two generations. Beyond answering questions on screen time and apps, one student went the extra mile, by zipping up a senior's coat. These interactions prove that when teens and seniors come together, they don't just solve tech problems; they share warmth and build genuine community.
