- MOUSE Headlines
- BestBuy @15 Program: Engage Teens to Grant $250,000
- MOUSE Launches New Website with a focus on Student Stories
- MOUSE Receives $75,000 Innovation Generation Grant from Motorola Foundation
- NYC City Council Speaker Christine Quinn Announces Results of MOUSE Fordham University Study
- MOUSE Squad of the Year Awards and DIY Content Winners
- MOUSE Milestones
- MOUSE Across the Country
- MOUSE Partner Spotlight: Best Buy Children's Foundation & Geek Squad
- MOUSE Board and Staff News
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Best Buy created the @15 Program to hear what teens have to say and to empower them to make a difference in the causes they feel are most important. The @15 Program provides a tremendous opportunity as MOUSE is one of four charity partners that will share a donation from Best Buy of $250,000! read more ›
MOUSE Launches New Website with a focus on Student Stories
With a focus on MOUSE stories from our students and educators, MOUSE launched its new website in June. The new site provides updated information on our programs, partners and research on the impact of MOUSE. Take a look at www.mouse.org and visit often for the latest news about MOUSE programs, events and most importantly – our students!
MOUSE is pleased to announce that it has received a $75,000 Innovation Generation grant from the Motorola Foundation. The Motorola Foundation's Innovation Generation grants support programs that engage students in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to build the confidence and skills they need for success both now and in the long-term. read more ›
On May 8th, MOUSE was honored to have City Council Speaker Christine Quinn announce the significant results of a multi-year study by Fordham University National Center for Schools and Communities. This event was held at Access, one of our MOUSE Squad schools. read more ›
Recognizing outstanding collaboration and contribution to their schools, MOUSE has recently announced the 2009 MOUSE Squad of the Year Awards and Do It Yourself Contest Winners. read more ›
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With a team of diverse youth development specialists, MOUSE has redesigned its MOUSE Squad training format to encourage participatory, project-based learning and team building. Many new and exciting activities were debuted on February 28th with 45 students in attendance from 7 schools in New York and Connecticut. read more ›
On April 30th, MOUSE held its Fifth Annual Educators Conference located at the Time Inc. Conference Center. Over 70 MOUSE Squad coordinators from New York City, Chicago and California and other members of the education technology community came together to attend a full day of workshops, community building and celebration. read more ›
On February 2nd, MOUSE released exciting enhancements to the www.mousesquad.org site. This website facilitates communication and collaboration, as well as features creative work for MOUSE students and educators. read more ›
MOUSE Corps provides pathways for students to enhance their skills and career readiness. This year, MOUSE Corps students participated in Job Shadowships at several MOUSE partners, including: EMI, Sullivan & Cromwell, and Time Inc. read more ›
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UnPlugged Events provide opportunities for MOUSE Squad students from New York City to join other Squads around shared interests and to connect students' skills and enthusiasm to topics beyond the help desk. During the last few months, New York MOUSE Squads have participated in many exciting events, including ComicCon and US First Robotics Competition. read more ›
MOUSE Squad of California held its Spring Summit, where MOUSE Squad instructors shared best practices. This event was the culmination of an exciting year of expansion to 60 schools, including seven in Southern California, and field trips to Cisco's Tech Center and Electronic Arts. read more ›
The Abilene Independent School District MOUSE Squad in Texas spent a week in early June attending a Computer Boot Camp. The West Texas campus of Texas State Technical College provided training for more than thirty participants in A+ certification. read more ›
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Since 2003, Best Buy has provided invaluable support for the growth and success of the MOUSE Squad program. MOUSE and Best Buy have worked together to ensure we maximize collaborative opportunities. read more ›
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MOUSE is pleased to welcome Mayra Linares to our Board of Directors:
Mayra Linares, President/CEO, The Maylin Group
Mayra is the President and CEO of The Maylin Group, a full service community and government relations firm committed to working with government, corporate and community organizations with a results-focused approach.
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We also excited to announce a new MOUSE Staff Member:
Deanah Springer-Ishmael, MOUSE Director of Development
Deanah Springer-Ishmael joined the MOUSE staff as Director of Development in June of 2009! read more ›
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