Computer Explorers Franchise News

Leading Child Technology Education Company Hires New President, Expands Scope
CYPRESS, TX--(Marketwire - Apr 4, 2012) - Computer Explorers, the leading technology education franchise in the US, is expanding services under the leadership of Carol Hadley, its new president.
Hadley is an experienced business leader with a history of producing growth results, most recently with Houston-based Graco Awards, a premier manufacturer of military medals such as the Medal of Honor and the Purple Heart. While at Graco, Hadley helped start a sister company and was responsible for tripling revenue within one year. Hadley brings the same passion for business development to Computer Explorers.
"Education technology is at its most pivotal point in the past twenty-five years," said Hadley...

After-School Centers to Combine Creative Learning, Technology and Innovation
CYPRESS, TX--(Marketwire - Oct 19, 2011) - Computer Explorers, a Houston-based child technology education franchisor, is expanding to the world's most populous country with a project that meets Chinese demand for U.S.-style creative and innovative education.
Computer Explorers has licensed its curriculum and trademarks to XiXi (CeCe) Qian. Qian, who was born in China, came to Texas as a high school exchange student and remained to pursue her education. She valued her U.S. education, wanted Chinese children to experience it, and purchased the license to offer CE's curriculum in China.
"It is very important for children to start at a young age to learn technology," Qian said...

Addition of Digital Music Creation Sparks Creativity and Boosts Self-Esteem CYPRESS, TX--(Marketwire - Sep 7, 2011) - Computer Explorers, a national child technology education franchise, formed a national partnership with The Music Producer Software to teach kids how to compose original music using computers.

Students will begin creating compositions in Computer Explorers classes beginning this fall, and in return will share their songs on social media networks with friends and families.

"Adding music creation to our computer classes for children creates an excellent opportunity to help students perform better in the classroom," said Deb Evans, President of Computer Explorers. "Whenever we can use technology in the classroom to spark creativity and make core subjects fun, children gain confidence and momentum in their learning...

Franchise Business Review Spotlights Thriving Child Services Franchise Sector CYPRESS, TX--(Marketwire - May 25, 2011) - Child service franchises that provide after school programs for children are among the franchising success stories of 2011 and Computer Explorers is a top leader.

The Franchise Business Review, a national market firm that conducts independent research on the franchise industry, spotlighted this thriving sector in a special report on child service franchises.

While the recession pummeled some educational franchise systems, school budget cuts at the same time created amazing growth opportunities, FBR said. As schools cut funding for extracurricular programs, parents began looking for alternatives to enrich their children's time after school...

Hands-On Learning Boosts Creativity, Collaboration and Confidence CYPRESS, TX--(Marketwire - May 17, 2011) - Four-year-olds start by building caterpillars with LEGO kits and inventing stories about them. Children's toys turn into sophisticated learning tools as older students build and automate machines and robots, using programming to boost engineering, math and computer skills.

Computer Explorers, a national child technology training franchise that uses LEGO robotics in schools, after-school programs and recreation centers, creates learning breakthroughs that open doors to new learning and even career ideas for kids. The hands-on approach builds creativity, collaboration and confidence.

"We give our students a task and they figure out how to accomplish it, and why one approach worked but another did not," said Cyndee Perkins, director of curriculum and program development at Computer Explorers...

Franchisor creates local tech experts and turns holiday gifts into learning opportunities HOUSTON, Dec. 14, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Think giving electronics for gifts will turn kids into couch potatoes?

Laptops, iPads and video game consoles are among the most popular holiday presents and they often get a bad rap for dumbing down kids. Yet popular technology gifts can engage children in activities that reinforce learning across core subjects and develop important problem-solving skills, says Cyndee Perkins, director of curriculum and program development at Computer Explorers, a Houston-based education technology franchise system.

Computer Explorers is an expert at creating programs that combine technology with learning and entertainment and positioning local franchise owners as experts in their communities...

Lower initial investment, interest-free financing addresses shortage of small business loans HOUSTON, Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Computer Explorers, a Houston-based technology education franchise that is growing in international markets, has launched a lower initial investment model for potential franchisees who may not have much liquid capital or access to traditional bank loans in today's tight market.

The revised franchise offering lessens the amount of up-front cash required and delays any payment on a significant part of the franchise fee. The first monthly payment on these fees is not made until the 20th month of operation. Under Computer Explorers' flex financing program, the amount of the monthly payment is 3% of the previous month's sales and interest is not assessed...