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Calling all NYCPS middle and high schools that are building tech career pathways and sequences for SY 2025-26, APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN for Mouse AI Design League!!! AI Design League is a foundational, stand-alone course and citywide competition that empowers your students to be the creators and leaders in an AI-driven world, featuring UX/UI Design, Generative AI, Computer Science, and Human Centered Design. Principals must apply by May 23 as spots for next SY year are limited: https://lnkd.in/eUf6PnDt Want to learn more before applying? Sign up to attend an information session at https://lnkd.in/e3Nkcanb #nycps #cseducation #futurereadynyc #aieducation #careerconnectedlearning #studentpathways #techcareers #uxuidesign #K12education NYC Department of Education Council of School Supervisors and Administrators

We’re excited to announce that Ron Summers, Mouse’s Chief Impact Officer, will be speaking at the CrossRoads 2025 thought leadership conference hosted by Infosys Foundation USA! Ron will join the panel “Navigating CS Education Research in Unprecedented Times” to share insights on the evolving role of computer science education in our AI-driven world. Congratulations to the Foundation on 10 years of meaningful impact—and thank you for highlighting the importance of preparing today’s youth for the challenges of tomorrow. #InfyXRoads #AIinEducation #DigitalSkills #FutureReady #AIandCS

Mouse is excited to be celebrating the National Science Foundation (NSF) 75th anniversary! Please join us at the American Museum of Natural History for Expedition AI—a hands-on exploration of how scientists, technologists, and educators are using AI to unlock the mysteries of the natural world. With your Museum ticket (pay as you wish for NYS residents) join us at the AI Showcase from 2 to 4 pm featuring a range of family-friendly activities, and meet Mouse educators and AMNH scientists. NYC'ers ages 16 to 24 can also sign-up to attend "Seeding AI Careers in the Big Apple" from 4:30 to 6 pm and chat with young professionals from NYC's AI community. (space is limited!) Come join Mouse and AMNH as we help take the “mystery” out of AI—and discover how it’s shaping science and society.  https://lnkd.in/ezG6UGDb

Support the next generation of tech leaders! Emoti-Con 2025 is looking for industry professionals to serve as judges for student-led tech projects. 🗓 Flexible & online: May 12–30 ⏱ Under 1 hour of your time 💬 Your feedback can make a lasting impact 📢 Sign up by May 5th As a volunteer judge, you’ll provide feedback that helps students grow their confidence, creativity, and skills. Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/eURThGZg “Getting real feedback from professionals made me realize this was more than just a school project—something I could actually pursue.” – Mickell, former Emoti-Con participant, now a game designer & judge #VolunteerOpportunity #STEMEducation #EmotiCon #CareerConnectedLearning

💻 Thank you to everyone who made today's #CSFairNYC a success, especially The Armory Foundation, Gotham Gives, Tech:NYC ! We loved sharing #AIDesignLeague with brilliant students, teachers, and education leaders from across NYC. The future of CS education is bright!💡#EdTech #STEM

Thank you for our fellow speakers for advocating for the importance of equitable technology education in NYC! You can watch the full panel and discussion here: https://lnkd.in/eG7z5s7N

Since 2018, the West Side Community Fund has contributed over $1 million to organizations serving Chelsea, Hudson Yards, and Hell’s Kitchen. In 2024, Mouse received two grants from WSCF to provide AI and technology education to high school students in the community. We are grateful for their support and proud to be featured in their 2024 Impact Report. Thank you for your continued support!

K-12 Education Ecosystem & Partners! Mouse is proud to welcome Ron Summers to the newly created role of Chief Impact Officer. Previously CEO of Code Nation and Executive Director of CS4All at NYC Department of Education, Ron is a catalyst for systems change in K-12 education that provide computational agency and career-ready experiences for students. Ron brings extensive expertise in the education and technology sectors from his 25 year career as a web developer, educator, and organizational leader. He has successfully driven measurable impact for students and cultivated partnership communities that foster innovation, growth, and sustainability. Ron is a fierce advocate for equitable access to computational thinking, CS and AI education. He follows a modular-approach to building pathways to tech driven careers for students that is grounded in “exposure, access, and inclusion” at its core. Ron believes that “our job is to create eureka moments for students that spark their imagination, provide them with future-facing fluency and skills, and deliver accessible on-ramps to economic mobility in a tech-driven world.” As Chief Impact Officer, Ron will spearhead program innovation, our multi-year impact strategy. and the expansion of Mouse’s career-connected AI and CS experiences. #cseducation #aieducation #equityandaccess #wfd #workforcedevelopment #careerreadiness #futurereadynyc #computationalthinking #careerready #collegeready #nyc #nycpublicschools #economicmobility #21centuryskills #leadership #CSforAll #computionalthinking #entrepreneurialthinking

So proud that Mouse is among the NYC nonprofits leading the way in ethical use of AI and automation. Big thanks to Tech:NYC, Robin Hood Learning & Technology Fund, Google and especially the Decoded Futures crew including Jake Porway, Bethany Crystal , Jackie Moe, and Tech:NYC’s Bryan Lozano. This initiative is accelerating the impact of nonprofits all across our City.

Last night’s Holiday Mentor Mixer at Amazon wasn’t just a celebration—it was a call to action. 🙌 In the spring, Mouse Classroom Mentors will inspire NYC students in underserved communities by sharing career insights and feedback on innovative student projects, all through virtual visits. Past AI Design League students have said these mentor sessions are life-changing, sparking their passion for tech and STEM fields. Thank you to everyone who joined us to be part of this incredible journey! Are you ready to make a difference? Visit https://lnkd.in/es7_fAyc to sign up today. 🚀 #MentorshipMatters #TechForGood