January 2018 Mouse Newsletter
Mouse Changes Lives
Meet Carlos! A Mouse alum whose meaningful story we’re honored to share. Why Mouse matters to him: “Mouse changes young people’s lives by allowing their creativity and ability to believe in themselves reach unthinkable levels.”
Carlos is currently studying Accounting at New York Institute of Technology. He shared that “Mouse brought out a part of me that I didn’t know existed.” Read more Mouse Alum stories >
Designing Games for Social Good
Young people across the country are learning to analyze global, social, and political issues through video games in our Mouse Serious Games Course.These young game designers can now get started making games with Unity, “the leading global game industry software,” thanks to two new beta activities added to this course.
Learn about the Mouse Serious Games Course, available on our Mouse Create learning platform.
Preparing Youth For Today’s Challenges
How can students address climate change in their schools? Showcase their talents and accomplishments outside of their classroom? Mouse Educators can prepare their students to tackle these topics thanks to our professional development and hands-on learning workshops.
Learn more about Green Tech, Digital Portfolios, and Sewable Tech at our latest hands-on workshops for educators in our Network
“What drives you?”
“I am driven by the desire to ensure that all Americans have equal opportunity to participate with fair field…The American dream depends on closing the opportunity divide, bringing all talents to bear on our shared problems, and jump-starting our traditional genius for innovation.” Daniel Rabuzzi, Mouse Executive Director, Thrive Global: Read the interview >
“Every time I fail, I learn something, and the next time I try, I’m better equipped for success. Martial arts taught me that If I fail enough and fail productively, eventually I will succeed.” Jonathan Clemens, Mouse Learning Network Manager, “What Getting Punched in the Face Taught Me about Education.” Read his four lessons learned >
Emoti-Con Turns 10 in 2018
The 10th Annual Emoti-Con NYC Youth Digital Media and Technology Challenge will be held at the New York Public Library on Saturday, June 16, 2018.
Emoti-Con is NYC’s biggest showcase for young people who believe in digital innovation as a tool for positive change. Students will network with peers and professionals, and present digital media and technology projects that reflect a range of interest areas and address pressing issues. Learn more >
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