Media Coverage

August 26, 2010 - Media Coverage

Teens Live Tech Dream at ‘Geek Squad’ Academy, Brooklyn Daily Eagle

Roughly 90 Brooklyn students spent three days last week cracking open the cases of computers, MP3 players and other digital gear, pulling them apart and putting them back together again at the “Geek Squad Summer Academy,” held at the Urban Assembly Institute of Math & Science in Downtown Brooklyn. Read More ›
August 05, 2010 - Media Coverage

Geek Squad Summer Technology Camps, myCentralJersey.com

Best Buy's Geek Squad offers Summer Technology Camps in partnership with Community Nonprofit organizations, including MOUSE Read More ›
July 12, 2010 - Media Coverage

FYI For Students: The MOUSE Squad, EdLab at Teachers College Blog Post

EdLab is a research, design, and development unit at Teachers College, Columbia University. This blog post introduces the MOUSE Squad program running in NYC schools. Read More ›
June 29, 2010 - Media Coverage

Thomas A. Edison High School Student Achieves Perfect Attendance, NY1

Abdul Alami, Thomas Edison High School MOUSE Squad Member, is recognized for having a perfect attendance record. Read More ›
June 05, 2010 - Media Coverage

MOUSE Squad Kids Repair Computers and Build Life Skills, MercuryNews.com

MOUSE Squad of California teaches students how handle technical issues in their schools, providing leadership opportunities and enhancing life skills. Read More ›
May 07, 2010 - Media Coverage

The NY Tech Meetup Says Goodbye to FIT, NYConvergence ORIGINAL

NYCoverage recognizes MOUSE Corps students for their presentation at the May 5th NY Tech Meetup Event. Read More ›
April 27, 2010 - Media Coverage

Interview with Jan Half, Program Director, MOUSE Squad of California, Comcast Newsmakers

Comcast Newsmakers Interviews MOUSE Squad California Coordinator Jan Half April, 2010 Read More ›
April 22, 2010 - Media Coverage

Success via CTE Programs, CTEcouncil.org

MOUSE has become a leading innovative program preparing students with industry skills and a familiarity with cutting-edge technology. The article features the MOUSE Squad at Thomas A. Edison Career & Technical Education High School. Read More ›
March 23, 2010 - Media Coverage

Homegrown Talent Keeps Tech. Repairs In-House, Education Week

MOUSE is recognized as a program involving students in providing technical support in their schools, offering opportunities and preparing students for the future. Read More ›
March 22, 2010 - Media Coverage

New Program Combines Tech, Community Service, eSchool News

Students at six schools from across the country are taking part in a pilot program that uses “service learning” as a way to revitalize their schools and communities while they gain valuable 21st-century skills. Read More ›

The list of what I have learned from the MOUSE Squad program can go on forever. The training has helped me to be confident about what I do and has taught me... read more ›

– Jessica Alberto, MOUSE Squad Member, Thomas A. Edison Career & Technology High School

MOUSE Squad has provided invaluable assistance to our school and made technology easy for our entire staff. Those on MOUSE Squad are surrounded by students who are successful inside and outside the classroom. read more ›

– Anthony Barbetta, Principal, Thomas A. Edison Career & Technology High School

I recognize MOUSE for its dedication to providing our city’s schools with the technological tools and support to keep our children competitive in the information age. read more ›

– Michael R. Bloomberg, Mayor, New York City

The experiences that MOUSE provides its participants help ensure that high school graduates are prepared for good jobs during the summer and in their future careers. MOUSE’s unique emphasis on technology training... read more ›

– Gale Brewer, New York City Council Member, Technology Committee Chair

I love finishing school and coming to MOUSE. I love the teamwork and the time to learn new things about computers. read more ›

– Aram Buenaventura, MOUSE Squad Member, High School for Arts & Technology

When I started the internship, my manager brought me to the trading floor. It was the best thing in the world to see all the traders and to know they were my clients,... read more ›

– Duckens Durosier, MOUSE Squad Alumni, Junior Analyst, Citi

To me, programs like this don't exactly go to every school around. I enjoy the program and what they teach. My interest in technology has enhanced greatly because of MOUSE Squad. read more ›

– Ally Garcia, MOUSE Squad Member, High School for Arts & Technology

Participating in the MOUSE Squad gave me a true sense of purpose. I never could have imagined in just 8 years, I would be CEO of my own technology consulting firm and... read more ›

– Juan Garzon, MOUSE Squad Alumnus; Field Support Representative, MOUSE

The people at MOUSE are a living, breathing testament to the notion that when an organization is centered around a thoughtful and attainable goal—staffed by competent, bright and passionate individuals—there is very little... read more ›

– Mehran Ghaffarsamar , MOUSE Intern, Baruch College

Our MOUSE Squad students are demonstrating leadership skills, learning about responsibilities and how to communicate with adults. This program is inspiring our students and giving them a glimpse of future career opportunities. read more ›

– Carla Haakma, Principal, Los Arboles Elementary School, California

MOUSE Squad students learn many skills frequently cited by employers as keys to success in the workplace, including leadership, communication, teamwork problem solving and time management. read more ›

– Jan Half, Executive Director, MOUSE Squad of California

We recognize that student attendance and graduation are increasingly important issues facing public schools. We are looking to target specific schools as we have seen the TechCrew program have a positive impact in... read more ›

– Victor Herrera, Student Tech Services, Chicago Public Schools

For our school, MOUSE Squad plays an integral role in supporting our technology, saving us both time and money. But more importantly, students participate in positive experiences that give them a strong... read more ›

– Seth Hubbert, Faculty Coordinator, High School for Arts & Technology

What excites me most about MOUSE Squad is going to fix computers and hanging out with friends. I really think MOUSE Squad pushes you to try and learn new things. read more ›

– Danielle Jacobs, MOUSE Squad Member, Cooper High School, Abilene Texas

MOUSE is a valued NYC Department of Education partner--their programs are well aligned with NYC and national education priorities. MOUSE programs build important 21st century skills and prepare students to be successful... read more ›

– Joel Klein, Chancellor, New York City Department of Education

MOUSE has been able to light my path of maturity. Being shown everything I can do, and looking back at everything I’ve been a part of, I now realize what I want... read more ›

– Ryan Mason, MOUSE Squad Alumni, School of the Future

MOUSE Squad has taught me the skills I need for the future. read more ›

– Ismelda Monegro, Bea Fuller Rodgers School, New York

Leadership, pride, self confidence and a sense of responsibility -- this is the impact of the MOUSE Squad program on our students. read more ›

– Norma Perez, Principal, Bea Fuller Rodgers School, New York

MOUSE Squad has proven time and again that students who graduate after participating are more equipped for the next stage in their lives, especially in today’s vast information technology world. This program... read more ›

– Christine C. Quinn, Speaker, New York City Council

MOUSE has provided life changing experiences for me that have added tremendously to my passion for technology… regardless of the company or industry, you will always need technology and the skills we learn... read more ›

– Leroy Tindi, MOUSE Squad Alum, Riverdale Kingsbridge Academy

Through the CPS TechCrew program, I have learned how to explore computers, how to fix problems that are usually deferred to someone else, and what it's like to work on a team that... read more ›

– Simon Vecchioni, CPS TechCrew Member, Northside College Prep High School, Chicago

What excites me most about being part of this program is that I get to interact with other students who share the same goals and who hope to learn more on how to... read more ›

– Monique Williams, Chicago TechCrew Member, Tarkington School of Excellence