NCWIT is now accepting applications for the 2019 Aspirations in Computing awards. The AiC Awards are divided into three categories: 9th-12th grade women, 9th-12th grade educators, and collegiate women. Let’s make sure the Texas computer science community is well represented! Teachers should encourage young women in CS to apply and then be sure to apply yourself!
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Teachers, there is still time to get your students involved with the 2018 Congressional App Challenge
We were thrilled to have CAC Director, Rachel Décoste join us for the 2018 WeTeach_CS Summit and take time to discuss the Congressional App Challenge with the Texas CS teachers in attendaance. Now it’s time for Texas CS teachers to step up and make sure your students get registered for the contest! The registration deadline is Monday, September 10th and apps must be submitted by October 15th. CAC rules are fairly simple when it comes to how students can participate and what they can submit, so there’s definitely still time to get involved with this year’s CAC!
Nominations now open for ChickTech Austin's 2018-19 program for girls
ChickTech is a non-profit organization dedicated to obtaining more girls and women in technology-related careers through hands-on events. Their High School Program kick-off event will host 100 high school girls from the Austin metro area in a completely free-to-participate event. Each participant will attend one technology-related workshop and leave with… read more
Register now for the 2018 Congressional App Challenge
The Congressional App Challenge (CAC) is a public effort to encourage kids to learn how to code, through annual district-wide competitions hosted by Members of Congress for their district.
Students code original applications for the chance to be selected for recognition by their Member of Congress, win prizes, and have their work put on display in the Capitol Building in Washington, DC. This year’s contest begins on June 4, 2018.
Decisions by State Board of Education expand opportunities for Texas students who take CS courses
Public policy is made at many levels. The Texas State Board of Education reviews and adopts curriculum standards and graduation requirements which places them in a prime position to open up opportunities for students to take computer science related courses. The SBOE met on April 11-13, 2018 and made several decisions that will have this affect.
Get ready! The 2018 Congressional App Challenge starts on June 4
The Congressional App Challenge (CAC) is a public effort to encourage kids to learn how to code, through annual district-wide competitions hosted by Members of Congress for their district.
Students code original applications for the chance to be selected for recognition by their Member of Congress, win prizes, and have their work put on display in the Capitol Building in Washington, DC. This year’s contest begins on June 4, 2018.
Last Call for WeTeach_CS Change Maker Award Nominations and Mini-Grant Applications #wtcs2018
Have you nominated someone for a Change Maker Award? Have you applied for a Mini-Grant? Now's the time! #wtcs2018
WeTeach_CS is now accepting nominations for the 2018 WeTeach_CS Change Maker Awards and applications for the 2018 WeTeach_CS Mini-Grants. This year’s awards are being sponsored by Oracle Academy and Texas Instruments. Each year at the WeTeach_CS Summit, we take a time to recognize computer science teachers who have made a significant impact on their… read more
Survey closes March 2nd – Take the Texas Public Input Survey to provide feedback for the Long-Range Plan for Public Education
Make sure your voice is heard by taking the survey today! The Texas Public Input Survey will close at 5 PM on Friday, March 2, 2018 We know the WeTeach_CS community is committed to ensuring that all Texas K-12 students have access to the computer science and computational thinking… read more
Take the Texas Public Input Survey to provide your input for the Long-Range Plan for Public Education
Make sure your voice is heard by taking the survey today! We know the WeTeach_CS community is committed to ensuring that all Texas K-12 students have access to the computer science and computational thinking experiences they need to be successful in the Innovation Economy of their future. That’s why… read more