Press Releases

August 25, 2009 - Press Release

MOUSE Partners With Best Buy To Host Innovative Summer Technology Academy at the Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum

MOUSE, a New York City nonprofit organization, is partnering with Best Buy/Geek Squad to convene the 2nd Annual Summer Technology Academy, providing an exciting opportunity to engage and inspire students across New York City to become future leaders in technology. Read More ›
July 29, 2009 - Press Release

CPS Partners with Best Buy for Geek Squad Summer Academy

Chicago Public School students entering grades 6 through 12 this coming school year will have the opportunity to increase their technological know-how thanks to the Geek Squad Summer Academy. Read More ›
June 25, 2009 - Press Release

Gaming for a Better World: Teens Advance Social Causes Using Digital Media

(o.o) First Annual NYC Youth Media & Technology Festival at The New School Saturday, June 27, 2009 A daylong festival will spotlight the growing movement among teenagers in New York and nationally to create video games, films and other digital tools to advance social causes in a youthful and technologically literate language. Read More ›
May 08, 2009 - Press Release

Technology Program in City Schools Provides Opportunities for Students, Opens Doors for Graduates

Speaker Christine C. Quinn, Education Committee Chair Robert Jackson and Technology Committee Chair Gale Brewer today joined with MOUSE to release a report on the performance of the citywide technology in education program “MOUSE Squad.” The study was conducted over the course of three years by Fordham University and evaluates the impact of the technology education program in New York City schools. Read More ›
February 06, 2009 - Press Release

Broad Coalition Supports Mayoral Control of Schools, Will Advocate For Its Renewal

More Than 30 Community Groups, Representing Thousands of Parents and Families, Join with Learn NY Read More ›
December 04, 2008 - Press Release

Councilman De Blasio Announces Brooklyn's PS 58 Launch of MOUSE Squad: Students Making Technology Work

Brooklyn – Councilmember Bill de Blasio is pleased to announce the launch of a MOUSE Squad at PS58 Carroll School this fall. Read More ›
July 18, 2008 - Press Release

Carole Wacey, Executive Director of MOUSE to Ring the NASDAQ Stock Market Closing Bell, Nasdaq.com

Carole Wacey, Executive Director of MOUSE will preside over the closing bell. Read More ›
July 17, 2008 - Press Release

MOUSE and Best Buy Partner to Provide Summer Technology Academy for NYC’s Underserved Students

MOUSE and Best Buy/Geek Squad have partnered to produce the 1st Annual Summer Technology Academy, which will provide a fun-filled week of learning about technology for teenagers (14-18). Read More ›
May 02, 2008 - Press Release

The New York City Council will present MOUSE Squad of the Year Awards

Teachers and Technology Leaders From NYC, Chicago, Connecticut and California Attend the 4th Annual MOUSE Conference to Learn About Cutting Edge Uses of Technology and Find Out Which Schools Are the MOUSE Squads of the Year Read More ›
October 30, 2007 - Press Release

Student, Education, Business and Technology Leaders Will Gather to Celebrate Pioneering Program for NYC Public School Students

Award recipients to include Nicholas Negroponte (One Laptop Per Child), NYC Council Speaker Christine Quinn and Chancellor Joel Klein 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