Current Projects

Here are some of the projects we are working on:

Cabrini Connections

Blogging project - Our President, students, volunteers, and interns are all talking about their experiences online through blogs. We hope to encourage others to become part of the discussion in the future.

Technology Club - In the past, the Tech Club has focused on webpage design and students have created their own web pages. The Tech Club is currently looking for new leadership.

Integrating eLearning Activities into Tutoring Sessions – Volunteers and students are encouraged to use the Internet during tutoring time. They have access to activities and software to encourage computer and Internet use.

Choices Planner – Cabrini Connections is working in conjunction with Chicago Public Schools to encourage our students to use a powerful college and career planning tool called Choices Planner. This tool is offered to all CPS students free of charge, but most students are unaware of it.

SVHATS (Student/Volunteer History and Tracking System) - This system allows us to document a student's progress as they meet with their tutor/mentor. Students build the habit of visiting our website and logging in. This system also includes discussion boards and other collaborative features we will start using in the future. For more information, click here.

Website Redesign – Over time, our websites are being expanded to add features that encourage greater participation and interaction among our students and volunteers. Some of these features include forums, helpful links, an online document library and more forms for greater communication.

Newsletter System – We communicate with our volunteers, alumni, board members, donors and other interested parties through targeted email newsletters. We have been improving these communication tools through the use of a subscription system and improved formats for readability.

Tutor/Mentor Connection

The Tutor/Mentor Connection, a program of Cabrini Connections, shares many of Cabrini Connections’ elearning goals. The Tutor/Mentor Connection website includes an expanding library of information related to tutoring and mentoring and forums that encourage people to learn from the experiences of others.