# Tech in Schools Initiative

> Award-winning STEM, CS, XR, and AI for K-12. Industry-aligned curriculum, certified instructors, and hands-on tech in NYC classrooms and beyond.

TSI (Tech in Schools Initiative) is an award-winning education technology organization that delivers STEM, computer science, extended reality (XR), and artificial intelligence (AI) programs directly inside K-12 classrooms. Based in New York City, TSI serves public schools — especially underserved communities — with industry-aligned curriculum, certified instructors, and cutting-edge tools.

## Core Programs

- [Web Development](https://getmytsi.org/programs/web-development): HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React. Students build and ship real websites. 4,000+ apps and sites shipped.
- [Cyber Security](https://getmytsi.org/programs/cyber-security): Network defense, ethical hacking, encryption. Cisco NetAcad certification pathway.
- [XR & Game Development](https://getmytsi.org/programs/xr-game-development): Unity, Unreal Engine, Meta Quest, HoloLens. Immersive tech in the classroom.
- [AI & Machine Learning](https://getmytsi.org/programs/ai): Responsible AI, prompt engineering, OpenAI/Groq/Fal APIs. Classroom-safe AI tools.
- [Entrepreneurship](https://getmytsi.org/programs/entrepreneurship): MVPs, pitch events, product development, financial literacy.
- [3D Modeling & Animation](https://getmytsi.org/programs/3d-printing): TinkerCAD to professional 3D printing. Design, model, animate, fabricate.

## Extended Programs

- [Cisco Academy](https://getmytsi.org/programs/cisco-academy): NetAcad certification with live instruction.
- [Test Prep](https://getmytsi.org/programs/test-prep): CS and digital fluency readiness.
- [Accessibility / IEP](https://getmytsi.org/programs/accessibility-iep): Inclusive STEM accommodations.
- [Homeschooling](https://getmytsi.org/programs/homeschooling): TSI tracks for co-ops and hybrid schedules.
- [LMS for Teachers](https://getmytsi.org/programs/lms-for-teachers): AI-aware learning management.
- [Curriculum Development](https://getmytsi.org/programs/curriculum-development): Custom curriculum design services.

## Key Facts

- Students impacted: 8,000+
- School programs delivered: 499+
- Student-built apps and sites: 4,000+
- Student engagement rate: 97%
- Schools served across NYC boroughs: 24+
- Grade range: K-12 and adult education
- Compliance: DIIT compliant, GDPR compliant, Common Core aligned, STEM.org certified

## TSI-Built AI Tools

- **AI Tutor**: Personalized AI learning assistant for students
- **PIXIO**: Creative AI tool for classrooms
- **Machine**: AI workforce platform (Workers, integrations, automation) plus no-code ML for education deployments

## Technology Partners

Microsoft, Google for Education, Cisco NetAcad, Unity, OpenAI, DigitalOcean, Vercel, Canva, NYC Dept. of Education, UFT, Railway, Groq, Fal, cPanel, STEM.org

## Important Pages

- [About](https://getmytsi.org/about): Our story, mission, and team
- [Programs](https://getmytsi.org/programs): Full program catalog
- [Impact](https://getmytsi.org/impact): Measurable outcomes and data
- [Curriculum](https://getmytsi.org/curriculum): Standards-aligned tracks
- [Schools](https://getmytsi.org/schools): NYC partner schools
- [Partners](https://getmytsi.org/partners): Technology and education partners
- [AI Tools](https://getmytsi.org/ai-tools): TSI-built AI tools for classrooms
- [Events](https://getmytsi.org/events): Hackathons, workshops, conferences
- [Professional Development](https://getmytsi.org/professional-development): Teacher training
- [Donate](https://getmytsi.org/donate): Support TSI's mission
- [Contact](https://getmytsi.org/contact): Get in touch — support@mytsi.org
- [Request TSI](https://getmytsi.org/request-tsi): Bring TSI to your school


## Blog (recent)

- [Bringing AI Tutor and PIXIO to Bronx Classrooms](https://getmytsi.org/blog/ai-tutor-pixio-bronx-classrooms) (2026-03-24) — TSI is rolling out two Built by TSI tools — AI Tutor and PIXIO — in Bronx schools so students get safe, moderated AI for learning and creative image work without leaving the classroom ecosystem.
- [Welcome to the world of TSI Tutor](https://getmytsi.org/blog/welcome-to-tsi-tutor) (2023-03-18) — We are excited to announce TSI Tutor — personalized tutoring powered by GPT-4, plus a growing library of AI platforms built for students.
- [Introducing the Student Droplet Initiative Powered by DigitalOcean](https://getmytsi.org/blog/student-droplet-initiative) (2022-11-17) — TSI and DigitalOcean are making a lasting impact in education — giving students and teachers their own slice of the cloud through EDUCloud.
- [TSI Gets a Donation from Digital Ocean Hollie's Hub for Good!](https://getmytsi.org/blog/digital-ocean-hollies-hub) (2022-04-05) — DigitalOcean is empowering students with a donation to TSI — helping us build new tools and scale infrastructure for classrooms.

## Contact

- Email: support@mytsi.org
- Phone: 347-406-2809
- Location: New York City, NY
- Website: https://getmytsi.org
- Social: Facebook @mytsiorg, Instagram @tsi_org, YouTube @techinschoolsinitiative9090