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Monday, June 17
 

8:00am CDT

Registration
Registration desk is located near the stairs on the bottom floor of the hotel in the meeting rooms area.
Staff
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Amy Carrell

EPIC Director for Outreach, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
acarrell@tacc.utexas.eduAmy Carrell joined TACC in 2019 as the EPIC Director of Outreach to broaden participation in K12 computer science across Texas and the nation. She leads efforts on the WeTeach_CS program and directs the Code.org Regional Partner for Texas. Prior to joining... Read More →

Monday June 17, 2019 8:00am - 10:00am CDT
Foyer
  All Participants, All

10:00am CDT

The Impact of Teacher Externships on the Classroom Experience (Middle/High School)
Crowley ISD participated in the Teacher Externship Program in 2018-19. The experience not only allowed teachers to see what was available in industry but also had a great impact on the classroom environment including both technical skills and soft skills.
Presenters
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Annette Duvall

Director of College and Career Readiness, Crowley Independent School District
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Markeba Warfield

Lead Scheduler, BILL R JOHNSON CTE CENTER/Crowley ISD
MP

Monday June 17, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
A/B
  Industry Partnerships, Teacher externships and industry partnerships

10:00am CDT

Planning and Implementing a Coherent, Sustainable PreK - 12 Computer Science Continuum (Panel)
Attendees will understand the components of a PreK-12 CS continuum that includes coordinated, aligned programming and an emphasis on teacher training.
Presenters
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Project Lead The Way

Director of School Success, Project Lead The Way
Tina Dellinger: tdellinger@pltw.orgApril Moon: amoon@pltw.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/projectleadtheway?sk=wallTwitter: https://twitter.com/PLTWorgWhether building apps to meet client needs or exploring cybersecurity, PLTW Computer Science engages students in interdisciplinary activities that not only build knowledge and skills in computer science, but also empower students to develop essential skills such as problem solving, criti... Read More →
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Susan Jones

DEBATE, HIGH SCHOOL
Midway ISD
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Kirsten Prud'Homme

STEAM Coordinator, Joe Lee Johnson STEAM Academy
I am the STEAM Coordinator at Joe Lee Johnson Elementary STEAM Academy. For the past 3 years, I have worked closely with students and teachers to deliver and create integrated lessons that use the engnineering design process.

Monday June 17, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
AMES
  K-12, Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

10:00am CDT

Resources for Implementing CS into the Classroom, Elem through HS
The focus of this session will be to share CS resources for use in the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Most resources will be free to use, either by intend of publisher, or by trial / limited use license. Resources that require paid subscription will be identified. This will be a hands-on interactive participation and exploration session.
Participants should bring their own WiFi connected devices on which they can explore resources presented. Participants will be provided a bit.ly link to a Google doc containing links to resources.
Target audience for this session is CS teachers of 0 to 5 years experience, although more experienced teachers may find resources useful.
Presenters
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Randle Moore

Computer Science Teacher / Trainer, The University of Texas at Austin - WeTeach_CS

Monday June 17, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
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  K-12, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

10:00am CDT

Sphero Your Escape by Solving Equations!
Can you figure out the math to help your Jedi escape the Death Star? Wanting to try out some STEM with computer science and math together in your classroom? Here you will see some ideas for integrating math and Sphero to engage and motivate students to learn and apply the important concept of multi-step equations. Participants will get to experience a galactic adventure with a Star Wars themed Sphero math maze and receive copies of all activities to use in their classroom. Activities can be easily built upon to increase coding and computer science in your STEM classroom with Sphero. Come prepared to learn, have fun, and escape from the Galactic Empire’s most revered space station. Download the Sphero Edu app from Google Play or the App Store prior to the session to be able to use your own device to aid in your escape (optional).
Presenters
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Valerie Blackburn

Outreach Assistant Director, UTMB Office of Educational Outreach
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Lisa Richardson

Math Teacher, Clear Brook High School in Clear Creek ISD

Monday June 17, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
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  K-12, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

10:00am CDT

Coding in Grades K through 2 with Scratch Jr.
NOTE: Please bring an iPad tablet, android tablet or chromebook to this session. Scratch Jr. does is currently an app and does NOT work with laptops.
Are you curious about integrating coding into your lower elementary classroom? Scratch, one of the world’s most popular drag-and-drop coding languages, has a little cousin - Scratch Jr. Perfect for students in grades K through 2, Scratch Jr. allows young children to tell stories and create simple games through coding. In this hour-long introductory course, we’ll start at the beginning by examining existing resources and crafting simple programs. By the end, you will have the skills to effectively bring coding back to your kids!
Presenters
avatar for Ryan Torbey

Ryan Torbey

Project Specialist, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
rtorbey@tacc.utexas.eduRyan Torbey is a computer science education advocate and former technology teacher. He is employed at the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) as a Project Specialist as he pursues his PhD in STEM Education at the University of Texas. His research focuses... Read More →

Monday June 17, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
BELFORT
  K-5, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

10:00am CDT

Build It, and They Will Come: Learn How IBM Volunteers Built #IBMCyberDay4Girls
#IBMCyberDay4Girls promotes cybersecurity awareness among middle school girls. Learn how and why IBM volunteers created this one-day program. Educators will leave this session equipped to engage with IBM volunteers to deliver #IBMCyberDay4Girls in its entirety or may be inspired to create a program of their own using IBM volunteer activity kits.
Presenters
avatar for Brittany Barnes

Brittany Barnes

Cloud and Cognitive Software Engineer, IBM
Software developer at IBM Security with a background in computer science and discrete mathematics. I enjoy travel, concerts, gardening, and video games My day job doesn't involve open source, but I became interested in open source from hearing about it and joined a jump start program... Read More →
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Ann Graham

Program Manager IBM Developer Jumpstart, IBM

Monday June 17, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
TAYLOR
  Middle School (Grades 6-8), Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

10:00am CDT

Building Computational Thinking Classrooms
I want my students to be excited about Computational Thinking and self-starters when tackling programming projects. And I am willing to bet that you feel the same way! Building Thinking Classrooms has been a transformative approach to teaching mathematics and science for years. So why aren’t we doing it in CS?? In this session, we will introduce proven strategies of collaboration and problem solving that will unlock your student’s potential and build engaging classrooms where kids think computationally.
Presenters
avatar for Allen Antoine

Allen Antoine

Associate Director for Math and Computer Science, Rice University Office of STEM Engagement
As Associate Director of Mathematics and Computer Science of the Rice Office of STEM Engagement (R-STEM), Allen provides mathematics and computer science support. In this role, he specializes in providing lesson ideas, professional development, and teacher mentoring in the fields... Read More →
avatar for Matthew Cushing

Matthew Cushing

Project Staff, Rice University
Executive Director for the Office of STEM Engagement at Rice. Oversee all facets of the department. R-STEM offers teacher professional development, student summer camps, outreach, and broader impacts support for Rice faculty in STEM disciplines.

Monday June 17, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
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  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Help teachers learn CS concepts/content

10:00am CDT

KIPR Drone Challenge Program - Learning Python Using Autonomous Drones
In this session we will look into the KISS Institute Drone Challenge Curriculum Program. This program at minimum can span one semester and longer. It starts teaching with fundamental programming concepts leading up to more difficult material. Programing taught is in the Python programming language and the program also utilizes the Parrot Mambo MiniDrones and the PyParrot programming library. The session will go over what material is covered in the curriculum and the structure of the program. Some drones will be provided and available during the session so active participants can try their hand at some simple autonomous programming. To actively participate, a laptop (Mac or Windows) is required.
Presenters
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Ashley Borgerding

STEM+C Specialist, KISS Institute for Practical Robotics

WeTeach CS KIPR pdf
Monday June 17, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
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  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

10:00am CDT

WeTeach_CyberSecurity, The New CS Pathway
Cybersecurity is now, more than ever, a critical part of our lives. Bad actors are lurking and preying on the unprepared - we must match and exceed their efforts. Students need to be prepared to join the ranks of cybersecurity professionals to help protect our interconnected world. Come hear from cybersecurity professionals and educators about the state of this critical industry, explore the TEKS for new cyber courses Texas is now offering, and the new pathway your students can join to prepare for the workplace.
Presenters
avatar for Tommy Gober

Tommy Gober

Curriculum Development Specialist, CYBER.ORG
Tommy Gober is a curriculum development specialist for CYBER.ORG and lives in the Houston area. Tommy taught computer science, computer hardware, networking and other technology classes in northeast Texas.He is a doctoral candidate researching cyber education with UTRGV in Brownsville... Read More →
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John F Owen

Practice Manager, Data & Analytics, Set Solutions
John Owen is a Cybersecurity professional with more than 10 years of experience in physical and cybersecurity, network management and support, combined with a strong academic background in Digital Forensics and Mathematics. He currently leads the Data & Analytics practice at Set... Read More →
avatar for John B Owen

John B Owen

Computer Science Project Manager, WeTeach_CS, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
John B. Owen is a founding member of WeTeach_CS, in partnership with Dr. Carol Fletcher and Amy Carrell, and serves as the chief writer and producer of all computer science related professional development. This includes several projects since 2015, including in-person workshops for... Read More →

Monday June 17, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
C/D
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Help teachers learn CS concepts/content

11:00am CDT

30 Min. Break
Monday June 17, 2019 11:00am - 11:30am CDT

11:30am CDT

Lunch / Opening Session and Speaker: Kyla Guru - Tales of a Teenage Security Supergirl
Conference kick-off session with WeTeach_CS Summit overview followed by speaker, Kyla Guru.

Kyla Guru is 17 years old, a rising senior at Deerfield High School in Deerfield, IL, by day and a security supergirl by night. The summer before her freshman year of high school, Guru discovered her unique passion for cybersecurity, fascinated by the task of protecting technologies of our future. With this discovery, she also learned that 90 percent of cyberattacks on national infrastructure were due to human error. In an effort to combat this vulnerability, Guru founded Bits N’ Bytes Cybersecurity Education (http://www.bitsnbytes.us.com), a national 501(c)(3) that now sustains 20+ national partnerships with school districts, corporations including Facebook and IBM, and educational platforms like Discovery Education, all in efforts to increase awareness, literacy, and fluency in privacy and cybersecurity. In her keynote at WeTeach_CS, Guru will share her story of being a social entrepreneur in the cybersecurity industry and what she believes is the power of the youth and the current educators. She will use her unique perspective of going through the education system to talk about what she sees for the future of the industry, and, of course, how we can make radical change to our current state of cyber-insecurity.
Presenters
avatar for Carol L. Fletcher, Ph.D.

Carol L. Fletcher, Ph.D.

EPIC Director, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
cfletcher@tacc.utexas.eduDr. Carol Fletcher is Director of EPIC (Expanding Pathways in Computing) at UT Austin’s Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) where she oversees research and professional development projects in STEM and CS education such as the nationally recognized WeTeach_CS... Read More →
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Kyla Guru

Founder/CEO, Bits N' Bytes Cybersecurity
Kyla has always dreamed of being an influential figure in the field of STEM while inspiring others to do the same. Starting her tech-journey at the age of 7 by learning Scratch, Web Design, and Lego Mindstorms, Kyla instantly grew a curiosity to explore the possibilities with technology... Read More →

Monday June 17, 2019 11:30am - 1:00pm CDT
Ballroom
  All Participants, General Session

1:00pm CDT

15 Min. Break
Monday June 17, 2019 1:00pm - 1:15pm CDT

1:15pm CDT

HHS Presents: Secure Your Mask Before Helping Others: Hacks for Security on Your Devices
This two-part presentation will provide an overview of the Hacker High School program and resources and materials available. In addition, the most popular topics in previous talks have been the discussion of simple things that you can use to improve your own digital experience and secure your information. The first part of this talk will focus on those ideas and discuss how to evaluate the many tools available to assist you.
Presenters
avatar for Kim Truett

Kim Truett

Project Manager, Hacker High School
Kim Truett, Coordinator - kim@isecom.orgChuck Truett - chuck@isecom.org

Monday June 17, 2019 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
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  High School, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

1:15pm CDT

The World of eSports: Not Quite Computer Science But Still Tons of Fun!
eSports. Short for "electronic sports." Otherwise known as competitive video gaming. It's not new, but it's the hottest things for teenagers and young adults. What is it? How does it work? Who organizes it? So many questions and plenty of answers! This session is geared towards any educator who is looking for an after-school program aimed at students interested in video games and competitive gaming. The way we see it: we know kids play video games at home, and they're probably playing them in your class. Why not put their skills to use and embrace their talents and abilities?

Prensentation link
Presenters
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Aaron Schmidlkofer

Richardson High School
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Henry Vo

Director of the Richardson High School Computer Science Magnet, Richardson ISD
I've been teaching for 13 years (11 years in computer science). Along with my students (past and present) and fellow computer science teachers, we've developed a successful, award-winning, state-recognized computer science program at Richardson High School. Some of the things we do... Read More →

Monday June 17, 2019 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
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  High School, Student programs (camps/after school/competitions)

1:15pm CDT

Space Wants You! Career Exploration (High School)
What does it take to build a Mars habitat? How would you start a lunar mining company on the Moon? What steps do you need to take to analyze ice melt in Greenland? Join the NASA STEM Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES) Summer Externs as they share space industry careers from NASA and The University of Texas at Austin’s Center for Space Research! Collaborating with NASA scientists and students selected from across the nation, they developed career exploration artifacts to encourage more students to pursue STEM careers and to be a part of the future of space exploration.
Presenters
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Susana Ramirez

Elementary Science Coordinator, PSJA ISD
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RJ
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Sabrina Ewald

Teacher, CHS
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Margaret Baguio

Program Manager - Education and Outreach, NASA Texas Space Grant Consortium
Interested in teacher professional development? Do you enjoy space exploration? Have you ever wanted to work for NASA? Talk to me.

Monday June 17, 2019 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
A/B
  Industry Partnerships, Teacher externships and industry partnerships

1:15pm CDT

Create a Blended Learning Classroom
Blended learning combines technology-driven, online learning with teacher led instruction to maximize a personalized learning experience for students. Blended learning involves rethinking class structure, use of time, and allocation of resources. The goal of blended learning is to increase student learning and achievement by using the best instructional strategies, and fostering a personalized, highly productive learning environment of engaged students. In this session, participants will engage in a blended learning simulation, become familiar with tools and strategies indicative of a blended learning environment, and discuss with colleagues, enabling teachers to develop systems for creating their own blended learning classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Jackie Burniske

Jackie Burniske

Director, K-12 Initiatives at UTeach, University of Texas at Austin

UTeach BLpresentation CS Summit final pdf
Station 3 Blended Learning Questions docx
Monday June 17, 2019 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
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  K-12, Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

1:15pm CDT

Resourcepalooza - Engaging K-5 with Computational Thinking and Computer Science
Attendees with be exposed to a Resourcepalooza during this session that will help introduce their K-5 students to computational thinking and computer science. Exposing students at an elementary age to computational thinking helps pave the pathway into computer science in middle and high school. Come learn about a Palooza of great resources that are out there for elementary teachers and get some hands-on exposure to as many as possible in a 1 hr session. You won't want to miss this Resourcepalooza! Please bring a device to this session.
Presenters
avatar for Allen Antoine

Allen Antoine

Associate Director for Math and Computer Science, Rice University Office of STEM Engagement
As Associate Director of Mathematics and Computer Science of the Rice Office of STEM Engagement (R-STEM), Allen provides mathematics and computer science support. In this role, he specializes in providing lesson ideas, professional development, and teacher mentoring in the fields... Read More →
avatar for Matthew Cushing

Matthew Cushing

Project Staff, Rice University
Executive Director for the Office of STEM Engagement at Rice. Oversee all facets of the department. R-STEM offers teacher professional development, student summer camps, outreach, and broader impacts support for Rice faculty in STEM disciplines.

Monday June 17, 2019 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
BELFORT
  K-5, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

1:15pm CDT

Building the Computational Mindset in STEM Education to Scale Computer Science For All (Panel)
To integrate the foundational CS skills of pattern recognition, decomposition, abstraction and algorithms and the computational thinking dispositions/practices in K-12. Are you finding roadblocks to scale CS for All? How do you promote STEM integrated thinking through CT/CS? Do other teachers help build the mindset to prepare students; try coding and creating apps? You will be given the opportunity to brainstorm solutions to your unique classroom, school or district. Together is better in dealing with the politics of CS Education!
Presenters
avatar for Joseph Kmoch

Joseph Kmoch

CS Education Consultant, Milwaukee Public Schools
I retired about a dozen years ago after teaching math and computer science for 34 years in Milwaukee Public Schools. While teaching I was involved in AP CS starting with a group of students in Fall, 1983. I became a reader and table leader for free response questions for many years... Read More →
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Sylvia Wood

Cybersecurity Education - Resources and More!, Leander ISD
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John B Owen

Computer Science Project Manager, WeTeach_CS, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
John B. Owen is a founding member of WeTeach_CS, in partnership with Dr. Carol Fletcher and Amy Carrell, and serves as the chief writer and producer of all computer science related professional development. This includes several projects since 2015, including in-person workshops for... Read More →
avatar for Karen North

Karen North

Computer Science Education Researcher, NCWIT / AAUW
Karen North is a retired computer science, math, and CATE teacher with 30 years experience in public schools. She is a CS4TX.org leader, a Code.org affiliate, NCWIT Houston Aspirations coordinator, AAUW Expanding Your Horizons Conference coordinator, ISTE Computing Teachers Network... Read More →

Monday June 17, 2019 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
AMES
  Leadership, Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

1:15pm CDT

Connecting Inequalities, Motion, and Code
Interpreting and representing compound inequalities on a number line diagram can be difficult for students. What if we could connect the diagram with physical activity and the engagement of robotic vehicles? In this session we will look at connecting number line diagrams for compound inequalities with logic statements for some simple code. The best part is, no coding experience required!
Presenters
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Judy Hicks

Texas Instruments
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Curtis Brown

Math Specialist, Texas Instruments Inc.
Curtis taught mathematics and AP® Statistics for several years in Pasadena, TX and spent 5 years working for the National Math and Science Initiative as the Statistics Curriculum Coordinator. He currently works as the Math Segment manager at Texas Instruments Inc. Since starting... Read More →

Monday June 17, 2019 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
C/D
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

1:15pm CDT

CS, ELL and ELA: Si! Podemos!
Calculators and robots in a Language Arts classroom? When this English major turned science teacher was presented with the unique challenge of teaching students who have been in the USA for less than one year, a unique solution was required. Come hear about her adventures, and how technology and computer science were used to increase engagement and contribute to student success. Inspiring hands-on activities for administrators, instructional specialists and teachers to use the technology already present on campus in different ways.
Presenters
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Lorelei Cummings

Science & ELA Teacher, Lufkin High School
English Major turned Science Teacher with 20+ years in the classroom gives Lorelei Cummings a unique perspective that resembles Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Sailor, Rich Man, Poor Man, Beggar Man, Thief. She strives for fun, engaging, informative presentations that are easily implemented... Read More →

Monday June 17, 2019 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
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  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

1:15pm CDT

Using Design Thinking to Develop Video Game Elements
In this hands-on session, computer science teachers will work in teams and use design thinking to create video game elements for specific super-heroes or villains. These elements may range from buildings, gadgets, vehicles, clothing, and inventions. Participants will use the Extraordinaries Design Studio Pro Kit throughout the session and will take away design thinking methods for effective ideation that could be applied to narrative, character, and world or level design in video or analog games. Takeaways will include guiding design thinking principles that can be used independent of the Extraordinaries' kit.
Presenters
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Edgardo Irizarry

Manager of Projects and Products, School of Design and Creative Technologies, UT Austin

Monday June 17, 2019 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
TAYLOR
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

2:15pm CDT

15 Min. Break
Monday June 17, 2019 2:15pm - 2:30pm CDT

2:30pm CDT

Girls Go CyberStart and Innovative Approaches to Cybersecurity Education
In this panel I will discuss what the state is doing to help high school and college students engage in cybersecurity career opportunities while improving the public’s general awareness of cybersecurity issues. Some specific points of interest are the Annual SANS Girls Go CyberStart Competition and the DIR Cybersecurity PSA competition.
Presenters
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Morgan Floyd

Education and Outreach Specialist, Texas Department of Information Resources

Monday June 17, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
TAYLOR
  High School, Student programs (camps/after school/competitions)

2:30pm CDT

Roscoe Collegiate ISD Externship Program Bridging Between Industry and the Classroom (Middle/High School)
Overview of the Roscoe Collgiate ISD Pilot Externship Program
Presenters
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Dan Boren

Director of Engineering/Edu-Make-it, Roscoe Collegiate ISD
Rural Externships
HW
CB

Cynthia Black

Instructional Coach/Research Director, Roscoe Collegiate ISD

Monday June 17, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
A/B
  Industry Partnerships, Teacher externships and industry partnerships

2:30pm CDT

Build Your CS Skills with the Express Course from Code.org
Want to build your own computer science proficiency and skills? In this session, you’ll learn about the free tools within Code.org to facilitate your own learning. Once you finish and are confident in your block-based programming language understanding, we’ll cover recommendations for continuing education to pursue text-based programming and perhaps … CS certification?
Presenters
avatar for Susan F. Reeves

Susan F. Reeves

Consultant, Digital Age Learning, Education Service Center, Region 20
Talk to me about all things technology integration and computer science! I am a Google for Education Certified Innovator and Trainer, Discovery Education Certified Trainer, Edpuzzle and Wakelet certified and hold many other industry certifications. I am a Seesaw Ambassador and love... Read More →

Build Your CS Skills with the Express Course from Code pdf
Monday June 17, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
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  K-12, Help teachers learn CS concepts/content

2:30pm CDT

CompSci for the Culture (Panel)
In today’s diverse classrooms, educators must embrace the cultural identities of the students they teach. In this interactive discussion, we will open a useful dialogue that seeks to inform culturally responsive teaching practices in Computer Science classrooms. Let’s discuss the best way to impact ALL students!
Moderators
avatar for Paula Harris

Paula Harris

Senior Vice President of Community and Foundation, Astros Foundation

Presenters
avatar for Shaina Glass

Shaina Glass

Prof. Learning Manager/ Reg. Partner Manager, CSTA/ UT-Austin
Shaina Glass has been in education for the last 16 years, educating students and teachers alike. Her goal has always been to share her knowledge and love of learning in new, innovative ways with ALL Learners (young and older).Shaina is a conference presenter, a CS policy advocator... Read More →
avatar for Della Cooper-Benavides

Della Cooper-Benavides

Computer Science Teacher, Brownsville ISD
avatar for Allen Antoine

Allen Antoine

Associate Director for Math and Computer Science, Rice University Office of STEM Engagement
As Associate Director of Mathematics and Computer Science of the Rice Office of STEM Engagement (R-STEM), Allen provides mathematics and computer science support. In this role, he specializes in providing lesson ideas, professional development, and teacher mentoring in the fields... Read More →
avatar for Matthew Cushing

Matthew Cushing

Project Staff, Rice University
Executive Director for the Office of STEM Engagement at Rice. Oversee all facets of the department. R-STEM offers teacher professional development, student summer camps, outreach, and broader impacts support for Rice faculty in STEM disciplines.

Monday June 17, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
AMES
  K-12, Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

2:30pm CDT

Stepping into Block Programming: Using micro:bits for Math Class
Turn tough abstract concepts into a math lab your students will love. In this session, we will program a micro:bit step counter to use in estimation and graphing learning activities. This lesson is aligned with 3-5th grade math TEKS.
Presenters
avatar for Sarah Horvath

Sarah Horvath

Curriculum Coordinator, Youth Code Jam

Monday June 17, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
BELFORT
  K-5, Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

2:30pm CDT

Coding, Camps, and Clubs
A strong afterschool program in computer science can generate interest in STEM and build a pipeline of students into your school’s computer science coursework. But how do you create a high quality, sustainable coding club or summer camp without breaking your back or busting the bank? In this Deep Dive, we’ll connect with the experts to provide best practices, tips and tricks from the front lines and activities you can use right away to generate excitement and energy around your program.
Presenters
avatar for Debi Pfitzenmaier

Debi Pfitzenmaier

Executive Director, Youth Code Jam

Monday June 17, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
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  K-8, Student programs (camps/after school/competitions)

2:30pm CDT

Hands on Python Coding with CodeBots and micro:bits!
Learn Python coding from a real Industry Expert!

David is an exciting and engaging speaker, with lots of interesting stories to tell about coding in Python for the Internet of Things.

How does CODE apply to Solar Fields, Smart Agriculture, Sports, Art, Entertainment??
...your students need to know - and David has coded applications in ALL these fields!

This is a must-see session - you'll gain SO many insights to bring back to your students!!
  • Are you and your students ready to “graduate from blocks” to a real-world programming language?
  • Want to level-up your AP CSP classes with an engaging project-based coding curriculum?

This session will introduce you to CodeSpace, an exciting new way to teach real text-based code using physical computing devices. Bring your Chromebook or laptop – we’ll provide CodeBot robots and micro:bits for you to connect and program during the session.
Presenters
avatar for David Ewing

David Ewing

President, Firia Labs
David thrives at the intersection of Software, Hardware, and Education. An Electrical Engineer by schooling (Auburn University) and a lifelong student of Computer Science, he’s held Chief Software Architect positions at Nokia and ADTRAN, and helped start Internet of Things company... Read More →

Monday June 17, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
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  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

2:30pm CDT

Java for Beginners - Tools and Resources
The participants will work through a variety of entry level Java programming problems. The session will also explore various resources including online and printed. Some of these resources are free and others have a fee structure.
Presenters
avatar for Sylvia Wood

Sylvia Wood

Cybersecurity Education - Resources and More!, Leander ISD

Monday June 17, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
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  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

2:30pm CDT

Utilizing the NICERC Cyber Range
Have your laptop fired up and ready to go for this hands-on session! Tour the NICERC Cyber Range and take a look at how the Linux operating system can be used to work through a series of “hacking” exercises.
Presenters
avatar for Tommy Gober

Tommy Gober

Curriculum Development Specialist, CYBER.ORG
Tommy Gober is a curriculum development specialist for CYBER.ORG and lives in the Houston area. Tommy taught computer science, computer hardware, networking and other technology classes in northeast Texas.He is a doctoral candidate researching cyber education with UTRGV in Brownsville... Read More →

Monday June 17, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
C/D
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

3:30pm CDT

15 Min. Break
Monday June 17, 2019 3:30pm - 3:45pm CDT

3:45pm CDT

Student Playground and Sweet Treats
K-12 Students and Teachers from around Texas share projects they’ve worked on this year in an interactive setting.

Participants
  • Del Valle Elementary
  • Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park
  • McDowell Middle School
  • O Henry Middle School
  • Sartartia Middle School
Presenters
TS

Staff
avatar for Ryan Torbey

Ryan Torbey

Project Specialist, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
rtorbey@tacc.utexas.eduRyan Torbey is a computer science education advocate and former technology teacher. He is employed at the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) as a Project Specialist as he pursues his PhD in STEM Education at the University of Texas. His research focuses... Read More →

Monday June 17, 2019 3:45pm - 5:00pm CDT
Ballroom
  All Participants, General Session
 
Tuesday, June 18
 

7:30am CDT

Breakfast
Tuesday June 18, 2019 7:30am - 8:30am CDT
Ballroom
  All Participants, All

8:30am CDT

Plenary Session: Dan Garcia - Achieving CSforALL through the Beauty and Joy of Computing (BJC)
At a time when computing is so much a part of all of our lives, has incredible job opportunities, and is so empowering, most students graduate high school without having had any introduction to computer science. A decade ago in the United States, the CSforALL movement  was launched to broaden participation in computing to those traditionally underrepresented. This talk reflect on the current state of that initiative, and introduce the "Beauty and Joy of Computing (BJC)" course, which has received worldwide attention and currently has 65% female enrollment at UC Berkeley, among the highest in the nation.
Presenters
avatar for Dan Garcia

Dan Garcia

Teaching Professor in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, UC Berkeley
At a time when computing is so much a part of all of our lives, has incredible job opportunities, and is so empowering, most students graduate high school without having had an introduction to computer science. A decade ago in the United States, the CSforALL movement was launched... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Ballroom
  All Participants, General Session

9:30am CDT

15 Min. Break
Tuesday June 18, 2019 9:30am - 9:45am CDT

9:45am CDT

You're Certified. Now What? Team Teaching with TEALS Volunteers! (Panel)
There is an increasing demand for computer science courses yet a shortage of teachers with the subject matter expertise required to teach these classes. TEALS provides a short-term solution to the teacher shortage and helps schools build a long-term and sustainable computer science program by partnering teachers new to computer science with industry volunteers who have computer science content expertise. Teachers in these partnerships learn computer science while team-teaching with volunteers until they are comfortable teaching independently. In this session, participants will hear about the TEALS approach and discuss how to use industry volunteers to support their own teachers.
Presenters
KM

Kris Maniscalco

CS Teacher, Bowie HS
I taught math for 12 years before switching to Computer Science. I hadn't done much programming since college, but I jumped right in with teaching SNAP!, Python and Swift, as well as Robotics. I have the support of TEALS in my Fundamentals of Computer Science class and it has been... Read More →
avatar for Becky McCully

Becky McCully

Austin Regional Manager, Microsoft Philanthropies TEALS
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Tonya Davis

TEALS program, Houston Regional Manager
Tonya graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a BS in Computer Science and started her career as a Marketing Representative for IBM selling computers, software, and services to the Education Industry when classroom computers and technology were first being installed... Read More →
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Robert Carmichael

Microsoft Philanthropies TEALS

Tuesday June 18, 2019 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
H
  High School, Help teachers learn CS concepts/content

9:45am CDT

Externships and Their Benefits (High School)
Teacher will give their experiences of the 2018-2019 Tex 2 Externship and we will have an industry partner give there perspective on the benefits of externships.
Presenters
avatar for Marco Pizana

Marco Pizana

Assistant Principal, HaysCISD
I am currently the CTE Internship Coordinator for HaysCISD. My goal is to assist students in internships. My goals for professional development are to enhance teacher learning and establish a good classroom management.

Tuesday June 18, 2019 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
A/B
  Industry Partnerships, Teacher externships and industry partnerships

9:45am CDT

Women in Computer Science - A Panel of High School, Higher Education and Career Trailblazers (Panel)
We’ve read the research, we’ve heard about the missing figures, but what do we really know about the current landscape for women in computer science and computer science education? Representing the full continuum of CS from high school to career, panelists will share about the spark that led them to pursue CS and outline real actions that CS advocates and educators can take to ensure that more women have the opportunity to make waves in CS and computing. 
Moderators
avatar for Sarah Dunton

Sarah Dunton

ECEP Alliance Director, ECEP Alliance
Talk to me about: Building networks to sustain state broadening participation in CS efforts; Diversity in computing; Data & landscape reports; ECEP & the NSF BPC Alliance work

Presenters
TJ

Tasha Janicek

Teacher, Nixon-Smiley Middle School
avatar for Kyla Guru

Kyla Guru

Founder/CEO, Bits N' Bytes Cybersecurity
Kyla has always dreamed of being an influential figure in the field of STEM while inspiring others to do the same. Starting her tech-journey at the age of 7 by learning Scratch, Web Design, and Lego Mindstorms, Kyla instantly grew a curiosity to explore the possibilities with technology... Read More →
avatar for Patti Ordóñez

Patti Ordóñez

Associate Professor, Computer Science, University of Puerto Rico Río Piedras
I am an Associate Professor in the Computer Science faculty at the University of Puerto Rico Río Piedras and thereby fulfilling two lifelong and one unexpected midlife dreams - living in a Spanish speaking country, having the opportunity to make a greater difference in the world, and becoming a professor. My research interests are in applying machine learning, data mining, and visualization... Read More →
CR

Crystal Riley

Software Engineer, Google
avatar for Sally Lemkemeier

Sally Lemkemeier

Recent CS Graduate, CS Education Researcher, Princeton University
Sally has researched Computer Science Education extensively while earning her CS degree. She is especially interested in making CS more accessible to women and minority groups, and increasing exposure to CS in rural and low-income schools. She has written two papers with the help... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
C/D
  K-12, Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

9:45am CDT

Introduction to Programming with MIT’s Scratch
NOTE: Please bring a laptop, tablet, or chromebook to this session.
Have you ever wanted to learn about drag-and-drop programming but don’t know where to start? This hour-long introductory course is for you! We will be starting at the beginning with creating accounts and crafting simple programs. By the end, you will have the skills to make a simple video game (and bring what you've learned back to your school!). Perfect for teachers of grades 3 through 8.
Presenters
avatar for Ryan Torbey

Ryan Torbey

Project Specialist, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
rtorbey@tacc.utexas.eduRyan Torbey is a computer science education advocate and former technology teacher. He is employed at the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) as a Project Specialist as he pursues his PhD in STEM Education at the University of Texas. His research focuses... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
TAYLOR
  K-8, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

9:45am CDT

Apply the 5E Model to Computer Science Classes
5E’s, not just for science anymore! Utilizing various unplugged lessons along with their Computer Science curriculum, teachers are able to alter a lesson or unit to follow the 5E model. Student centered, active learning has students engaged in the material and collaborating with their peers is applicable at every level of CS. Examples will use Code.org curriculum; however, the 5E’s can be used with any curriculum.
Presenters
LH

Laura Harlow

Instructional Assistant Professor, teachHOUSTON/University of Houston

Tuesday June 18, 2019 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
BELFORT
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

9:45am CDT

Bootstrap! Video Game Design for Success in Algebra
Many people naively assume that "Programming = Math", and expect magically higher grades from students who've taken a class in Java, Scratch or Python. In this talk, we will discuss the popular Bootstrap curriculum now in use in many schools across Texas. Bootstrap teaches students to program their own video games using purely algebraic and geometric concepts, and is closely aligned with the State Standards for Mathematics. Find out how teachers are getting involved with Bootstrap, and bringing real Computer Science and rigorous math content to middle and high school students!
Presenters
avatar for Allen Antoine

Allen Antoine

Associate Director for Math and Computer Science, Rice University Office of STEM Engagement
As Associate Director of Mathematics and Computer Science of the Rice Office of STEM Engagement (R-STEM), Allen provides mathematics and computer science support. In this role, he specializes in providing lesson ideas, professional development, and teacher mentoring in the fields... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
K
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

9:45am CDT

Introduction to Python
Join this interactive session for a crash course in the basics of the programming language Python. Python is a programming language that lets you work quickly and integrate systems more efficiently. It is a widely used general-purpose, high level programming language.
Presenters
avatar for David Ruf

David Ruf

Teacher and Code.org CS Discoveries Facilitator, South Summit School District in Kamas, Utah.

Tuesday June 18, 2019 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
J
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

9:45am CDT

NICERC Cyber Pathways
See how different schools, districts, and states are building pathways (STEM-based or CTE-based) to prepare their students for the jobs and careers of tomorrow.

Presenters
avatar for Tommy Gober

Tommy Gober

Curriculum Development Specialist, CYBER.ORG
Tommy Gober is a curriculum development specialist for CYBER.ORG and lives in the Houston area. Tommy taught computer science, computer hardware, networking and other technology classes in northeast Texas.He is a doctoral candidate researching cyber education with UTRGV in Brownsville... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
AMES
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

9:45am CDT

PLTW Cybersecurity
Project Lead The Way, a non-profit organization, is committed to providing students and teachers with inspiring and relevant learning and teaching experiences in Computer Science and Cybersecurity. Attendees will learn of the fully comprehensive Cybersecurity pathway that includes the AP courses Computer Science Principles and Computer Science A, along with the Cybersecurity course that is now part of the Cybersecurity pathway. Exceptional teacher training is provided for this curriculum that takes teachers to the sites of Computer Science/Cybersecurity Industries so they can see, first hand, the impact of CS and Cybersecurity on a company like Toyota, Lockheed-Martin or Cerner.
Presenters
SJ

Susan Jones

DEBATE, HIGH SCHOOL
Midway ISD
avatar for Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way

Director of School Success, Project Lead The Way
Tina Dellinger: tdellinger@pltw.orgApril Moon: amoon@pltw.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/projectleadtheway?sk=wallTwitter: https://twitter.com/PLTWorgWhether building apps to meet client needs or exploring cybersecurity, PLTW Computer Science engages students in interdisciplinary activities that not only build knowledge and skills in computer science, but also empower students to develop essential skills such as problem solving, criti... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
G
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

10:45am CDT

15 Min. Break
Tuesday June 18, 2019 10:45am - 11:00am CDT

11:00am CDT

Computer Networking Cybersecurity Learning Labs on Jupyter Notebooks
Learning labs are the best environments in creating an engaging and collaborative environment for teaching computer networking and cybersecurity. We present teaching modules, lab content, and exercises on computer network security concepts with an instantaneous feedback mechanism on student learning levels. This will be an interactive session to demonstrate the tools, course content, and the auto-graded exercise capabilities.
Presenters
avatar for Deniz Gurkan

Deniz Gurkan

Associate Professor, University of Houston
Computer Networking Education

Tuesday June 18, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
G
  High School, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

11:00am CDT

Discrete Math: Activities You Can Use in Your Classroom
In this session, participants will learn about how we can relate discrete math for computer science to a number of other disciplines. Topics will be kept simple and I promise--no proofs (OK, maybe just one). Just a few different activities and ideas to help you show you students how computer science is being used in the liberal arts and other disciplines through discrete math applications.
Presenters
avatar for Charity Riley-Rose

Charity Riley-Rose

Teacher, NWECHS

Tuesday June 18, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
K
  High School, Help teachers learn CS concepts/content

11:00am CDT

"Please, Sir, Can I Have Some More?": Forging More Genuine Industry Partnerships (High School)
Code2College is an Austin-based nonprofit that is less than three years old, yet has over forty corporate partners in its roster. Join Matt Stephenson, the Executive Director of Code2College, for a session focused on best practices around partnering with industry partners and collaborating with regional ecosystems.
Presenters
avatar for Matt Stephenson

Matt Stephenson

Executive Director, Code2College
Diversity & inclusion strategies; innovative approaches to hiring, developing diverse, technical talent; STEM education; delivering opportunity and access to minority, low-income students

Tuesday June 18, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
A/B
  Industry Partnerships, Teacher externships and industry partnerships

11:00am CDT

#PlanAJam: Hosting a Community Code Jam at Your School
Youth Code Jams are scalable, hands-on events bringing together kids, parents and volunteers to learn and grow with code. With powerful outcomes, Jams have the potential to increase diversity and equity in computer science. In 2018-19, more than 36 schools across Texas hosted their own Jams, building excitement around computer science and inspiring students to see themselves in the technology-driven jobs of the future. Join the fun...learn all the logistics, including activity stations, volunteer recruitment and fundraising needed to bring this Texas-born and bred event to your school.
Presenters
avatar for Debi Pfitzenmaier

Debi Pfitzenmaier

Executive Director, Youth Code Jam

Tuesday June 18, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
C/D
  K-12, Student programs (camps/after school/competitions)

11:00am CDT

100Kin10 Listening Session
CALLING ALL STEM TEACHERS: WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
You are invited to join a Listening Session to share your experiences and perspective as a STEM teacher. We want to hear your opinions, ideas, struggles, and successes to help inform and share insights around STEM education and programs with 100Kin10 as we work to shine a national spotlight on the need for great STEM teaching.
Presenters
avatar for Gianna Colson

Gianna Colson

K-12 STEM Engagement, Nuclear Power Institute
Gianna is currently a K-12 STEM Engagement Program Specialist at the Nuclear Power Institute (NPI), a joint center of Texas A&M University (TAMU) and Texas Engineering Experiment Station (TEES). Gianna is also a science and STEM consultant, presenting and facilitating teacher training... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
TAYLOR
  K-12, Leadership

11:00am CDT

Brain-Based Computer Science Pedagogy Limits Screen Time to Maximize Learning in Grades K-8
How should computer science educators approach the significant body of brain-based research that argues for limited use of tablets and screens for young children? This session explores a blended approach to teaching engineering and computer programming in grades K-8 that employs a broad mix of hands-on work, physical/kinesthetic activities, small group discussion, peer mentorship and (yes) individual screen-based work. This approach was pioneered by Dr. Allen Selis, a former K-8 Headmaster from Palo Alto and the founder of STEM Crafters.
Presenters
avatar for Allen Selis

Allen Selis

Director, WGF/DS 15
CEO of STEM Crafters

Tuesday June 18, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
BELFORT
  K-8, Help teachers learn CS concepts/content

11:00am CDT

A Guide to Robotics Competition Success
This session will cover three important aspects to robotics competition success: Building the right size robotics team for your program. The Engineering Notebook, Game Analysis, and Strategic Design. Game Day Planning
Presenters
JJ

James Jobe

District Robotics Facilitator, Texas City ISD

Tuesday June 18, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
H
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Student programs (camps/after school/competitions)

11:00am CDT

COMPUTER SCIENCE IN THE REAL WORLD: What Skills do Employers Really Want? (Panel)
This session led by Tom Kyle will explore what skills are required of technology professionals to be successful, and what skills are looked for by hiring managers. We will dig deeper into the broader world of computer programming and technology. We will learn how to help your students differentiate between the skills required to pass a test or a class, and the skills required to be successful in the real world!
Moderators
avatar for Michelle Sedberry

Presenters
avatar for John F Owen

John F Owen

Practice Manager, Data & Analytics, Set Solutions
John Owen is a Cybersecurity professional with more than 10 years of experience in physical and cybersecurity, network management and support, combined with a strong academic background in Digital Forensics and Mathematics. He currently leads the Data & Analytics practice at Set... Read More →
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Anna Swinney

Business Relationship Senior Manager, Information Technology, PepsiCo
avatar for Tom Kyle

Tom Kyle

Cyber Security, Networking & PC Tech Support Teacher, Melissa ISD
This will be my 11th year as a public school teacher. I also have 10 years teaching experience at the post-secondary level. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, and an MBA. Prior to teaching I worked primarily as a computer programmer/analyst and project manager. I've... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
AMES
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

11:00am CDT

Making Games and Learning CS with GameSalad
GameSalad for Education is a game development platform combined with a curriculum that teaches students the computer science concepts used while they create video games. In this session participants will be building a video game while getting a tour of the educator features of GameSalad.
Presenters
avatar for Tan Tran

Tan Tran

CEO & Co-founder, GameSalad, Inc.
Tan Tran is co-founder of GameSalad, Inc. Through its Creator game creation tool and GameSalad for Education platform, GameSalad's mission is to turn game players into game creators.

Tuesday June 18, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
J
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

12:00pm CDT

15 Min. Break
Tuesday June 18, 2019 12:00pm - 12:15pm CDT

12:15pm CDT

Lunch / WeTeach_CS Change Maker and Mini-Grant Awards
Presenters
avatar for Carol L. Fletcher, Ph.D.

Carol L. Fletcher, Ph.D.

EPIC Director, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
cfletcher@tacc.utexas.eduDr. Carol Fletcher is Director of EPIC (Expanding Pathways in Computing) at UT Austin’s Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) where she oversees research and professional development projects in STEM and CS education such as the nationally recognized WeTeach_CS... Read More →

Staff
avatar for Amy Carrell

Amy Carrell

EPIC Director for Outreach, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
acarrell@tacc.utexas.eduAmy Carrell joined TACC in 2019 as the EPIC Director of Outreach to broaden participation in K12 computer science across Texas and the nation. She leads efforts on the WeTeach_CS program and directs the Code.org Regional Partner for Texas. Prior to joining... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 12:15pm - 1:15pm CDT
Ballroom
  All Participants, General Session

1:15pm CDT

15 Min. Break
Tuesday June 18, 2019 1:15pm - 1:30pm CDT

1:30pm CDT

Region 16 and the Externship Experience (Middle/High School)
What happens when STEM teachers spend their summer doing an externship with local companies? Come visit with teachers from Region 16 as they share what they learned and how they have implemented it in their classrooms.
Presenters
RG

Ryan Gray

CS, AV, Graphic Design Teacher, Amarillo High School
avatar for Kyle Vannoy

Kyle Vannoy

Math and Computer Science Teacher, Childress High School

Tuesday June 18, 2019 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
A/B
  Industry Partnerships, Teacher externships and industry partnerships

1:30pm CDT

Build a Cybersecurity Escape Room
Interested in introducing your students to cybersecurity? How about developing your own cybersecurity escape room? Debi will walk you through the Youth Code Jam tabletop escape room and explain the ins and outs, ups and downs, this ways and that ways of creating your own escape room for your students, including design tips, narrative suggestions, types of challenges and puzzles and your role as gamemaker.
Presenters
avatar for Debi Pfitzenmaier

Debi Pfitzenmaier

Executive Director, Youth Code Jam

Tuesday June 18, 2019 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
G
  K-12, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

1:30pm CDT

Integrating Computational Thinking into ELA, Science, and Math
This session will provide an introduction to what computational thinking is and how you can be embed it into content area lessons. Appropriate for grades 3-5 and middle school.
Presenters
avatar for Chuck Gardner

Chuck Gardner

Sr. Director of Government and Non-Profit Engagement, cyber.org
Chuck Gardner serves as the Senior Director for the Cyber Innovation Center and its academic initiative, CYBER.ORG. He has over 10 years of classroom experience and holds an EdD (Educational Leadership) and an MBA (Marketing) from the University of Phoenix and a BS (Marine Transportation... Read More →
avatar for Sheryl Roehl

Sheryl Roehl

EPIC Partnership Coordinator, WeTeach_CS

Tuesday June 18, 2019 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
BELFORT
  K-8, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

1:30pm CDT

Growing Teacher Advocacy Leaders
Are you curious about expanding your role as a advocate for computer science education? Come to this session to learn about local and national opportunities to better understand and speak out about expanding CS education. Your knowledge, experience, and expertise can drive the CS for All movement.
Presenters
avatar for Ryan Torbey

Ryan Torbey

Project Specialist, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
rtorbey@tacc.utexas.eduRyan Torbey is a computer science education advocate and former technology teacher. He is employed at the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) as a Project Specialist as he pursues his PhD in STEM Education at the University of Texas. His research focuses... Read More →
avatar for Sarah Dunton

Sarah Dunton

ECEP Alliance Director, ECEP Alliance
Talk to me about: Building networks to sustain state broadening participation in CS efforts; Diversity in computing; Data & landscape reports; ECEP & the NSF BPC Alliance work

Tuesday June 18, 2019 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TAYLOR
  Leadership, Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

1:30pm CDT

Google CS First
Get a first hand look at Google's FREE computer science program with FREE instructional and club materials geared towards 4th-8th graders. Google offers 3 Easier Activities (High Seas Activity, Gumball's Coding Adventure, Create Your Own Google Logo), 2 Easier Club Modules (Storytelling, Music & Sound), 3 Moderate Club Modules (Friends, Fashion & Design, Art), 3 Challenging Club Modules (Social Media, Sports, Game Design), and 1 Advanced Club Module (Animation) all of which are 100% FREE.
Presenters
avatar for Susan F. Reeves

Susan F. Reeves

Consultant, Digital Age Learning, Education Service Center, Region 20
Talk to me about all things technology integration and computer science! I am a Google for Education Certified Innovator and Trainer, Discovery Education Certified Trainer, Edpuzzle and Wakelet certified and hold many other industry certifications. I am a Seesaw Ambassador and love... Read More →
avatar for Gianna Colson

Gianna Colson

K-12 STEM Engagement, Nuclear Power Institute
Gianna is currently a K-12 STEM Engagement Program Specialist at the Nuclear Power Institute (NPI), a joint center of Texas A&M University (TAMU) and Texas Engineering Experiment Station (TEES). Gianna is also a science and STEM consultant, presenting and facilitating teacher training... Read More →

Google CS First pdf
Tuesday June 18, 2019 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
C/D
  Middle School (Grades 6-8), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

1:30pm CDT

Ignite My Future & goIT: Computational & Design Thinking Resources
Explore a comprehensive set of resources seamlessly integrating the principles of both design thinking and computational thinking across core curriculum to give students the 21st century skills they need for future success. Engaging lessons and activities tie in exciting, real-world scenarios.
Presenters
HM
avatar for Serene Gallegos

Serene Gallegos

Program Manager, Tata Consultancy Services
As Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Program Manager for Corporate Social Responsibility, Serene Gallegos leads the Ignite My Future in School program, TCS’ collaborative education initiative with Discovery Education which has reached over 5,000+ educators and nearly 300,000 since... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
H
  Middle School (Grades 6-8), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

1:30pm CDT

Creating Robust CS Programs to Attract Students
How can we encourage middle and high school students to choose Computer Science as a career? What kind of CS course tracks will help us overcome our nationwide shortage of software engineers? How can we overcome common obstacles to offering robust CS programs in your school? Join us for discussion and perspective from Chris Yust, President of CompuScholar and a 20-year veteran of the software engineering industry.
Presenters
avatar for Chris Yust

Chris Yust

President, hosted by Chris Yust
Chris Yust: chris.yust@compuscholar.com, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompuScholar/, Twitter: https://twitter.com/CompuScholar.CompuScholar publishes 100% TEKS-aligned Computer Science and Digital Literacy courses for middle and high schools. Our online, turn-key curriculum has been approved by the TEA during Proclamations 2014 and 2017 and is used by many Texas districts. We support our teachers throughout... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
AMES
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

1:30pm CDT

Foundations of Computer Science for Teachers
Learn foundational computer science concepts and content to challenge the Texas CS 8-12 (TExES 241) and Praxis exams.
Presenters
avatar for John B Owen

John B Owen

Computer Science Project Manager, WeTeach_CS, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
John B. Owen is a founding member of WeTeach_CS, in partnership with Dr. Carol Fletcher and Amy Carrell, and serves as the chief writer and producer of all computer science related professional development. This includes several projects since 2015, including in-person workshops for... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
K
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Help teachers learn CS concepts/content

1:30pm CDT

Texas Funding, Strategic Planning and an Equity Focus to Grow CS in your School or District
Learn to build a K12 CS program for your school or district by combining new funding sources, strategic planning and an equity focus. Combine new Texas legislative funds and existing operational funds for the program, without needing new grants. Explore implementation examples and consider processes to customize a solution for student and teacher CS learning sequences. Identify key elements of the program that support greater participation and equity. Take part in interactive activities throughout to integrate these ideas and your school or district’s challenges and priorities. Leave the session with concrete next steps to grow CS in your school or district.
Presenters
avatar for Carol Ramsey

Carol Ramsey

UTeach Computer Science Manager, UTeach Computer Science
Work with states and districts to bring equity-focused and inquiry-based computer science experiences to high schools.

Tuesday June 18, 2019 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
J
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

2:30pm CDT

15 Min. Break
Tuesday June 18, 2019 2:30pm - 2:45pm CDT

2:45pm CDT

Computer Science Pedagogy: WeTeach_CS for HS
Are you teaching Computer Science 1 next year and need resources? Join this session to hear about WeTeach_CS for HS and best practices in CS pedagogy.
Presenters
avatar for Sally Lemkemeier

Sally Lemkemeier

Recent CS Graduate, CS Education Researcher, Princeton University
Sally has researched Computer Science Education extensively while earning her CS degree. She is especially interested in making CS more accessible to women and minority groups, and increasing exposure to CS in rural and low-income schools. She has written two papers with the help... Read More →
avatar for John B Owen

John B Owen

Computer Science Project Manager, WeTeach_CS, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
John B. Owen is a founding member of WeTeach_CS, in partnership with Dr. Carol Fletcher and Amy Carrell, and serves as the chief writer and producer of all computer science related professional development. This includes several projects since 2015, including in-person workshops for... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
J
  High School, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

2:45pm CDT

Ready! Set! Launch! (Middle/High School)
Every project starts with that very first step! Why is that first often the hardest? Learn how to apply an Entrepreneurial / Start-Up Model, successfully used my successful start-up companies, to Jump-Start and Launch student projects! 3...2...1 ~ Blast Off! We Have Lift Off!
Presenters
avatar for Sandra Geisbush

Sandra Geisbush

STEM Educator / Mentor, NEISD STEM Academy
Sandra Geisbush, M.Ed., NBCT Hello! If after reading this you have any questions about the awesome opportunities I have enjoyed as a long-time professional educator, just ask! I have been a teacher for 38 years, with the past 29 years in San Antonio's North East ISD. I... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
A/B
  Industry Partnerships, Teacher externships and industry partnerships

2:45pm CDT

Conquering CS with Autonomous Robots!
Hands on robots! Participants will program robots in c programing language. See how easy it is to meet district standards and implement in a classroom or after school environment. No experience needed.
Presenters
AB

Ashley Borgerding

STEM+C Specialist, KISS Institute for Practical Robotics
CG

Carol Goodgame

STEM + C Specialist, Kiss Institute For Practical Robotics
Carol Goodgame is a STEM Coordinator at the KISS Institute for Practical Robotics. Mrs. Goodgame transitioned from teaching to a STEM Specialist at OU where she helped design and provide professional development for teachers. She volunteered for 7 years in the 6-12th grade Botball... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
H
  K-12, Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

2:45pm CDT

Sphero Your Escape by Solving Equations!
Can you figure out the math to help your Jedi escape the Death Star? Wanting to try out some STEM with computer science and math together in your classroom? Here you will see some ideas for integrating math and Sphero to engage and motivate students to learn and apply the important concept of multi-step equations. Participants will get to experience a galactic adventure with a Star Wars themed Sphero math maze and receive copies of all activities to use in their classroom. Activities can be easily built upon to increase coding and computer science in your STEM classroom with Sphero. Come prepared to learn, have fun, and escape from the Galactic Empire’s most revered space station. Download the Sphero Edu app from Google Play or the App Store prior to the session to be able to use your own device to aid in your escape (optional).
Presenters
VB

Valerie Blackburn

Outreach Assistant Director, UTMB Office of Educational Outreach
avatar for Lisa Richardson

Lisa Richardson

Math Teacher, Clear Brook High School in Clear Creek ISD

Tuesday June 18, 2019 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TAYLOR
  K-12, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

2:45pm CDT

Folding is a 2nd Grade TEKS: Integrating Core Content and CS Concepts
Come experience the cross-curricular core content magic of origami. Leave with a fun unplugged activity to teach CS vocabulary. This lesson is aligned with 2nd- 4th grade math, science and ELA TEKS.

Presenters
avatar for Sarah Horvath

Sarah Horvath

Curriculum Coordinator, Youth Code Jam

Tuesday June 18, 2019 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
BELFORT
  K-5, Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

2:45pm CDT

Male or Majority Group Allies: Helping Create Inclusive & Highly Productive Technology Workplaces (Panel)
Male or Majority Group Allies are key for successful change efforts in workplaces or professional environments. While anyone can make change, majority-group allies often have more power and are in a better position to make significant and systemic change within their organization. This allyship can often be fluid  and intersectional with individuals being an ally for their colleagues while at other times needing an ally in certain situations.  Our panel will interview experts on how they view allyship and how to foster a more inclusive and a more productive professional environment.
Moderators
JK

John Kelly

Regional Affiliate Manager, NCWIT

Presenters
avatar for Ruth Kyle

Ruth Kyle

Licensed Professional Counselor (former School Counselor), Break the Flow Counseling
I am a C4C conference attendee and presenter. I am also a CS for All supporter - Computer Science definitely affects us all and we all have something to learn.
avatar for Tom Kyle

Tom Kyle

Cyber Security, Networking & PC Tech Support Teacher, Melissa ISD
This will be my 11th year as a public school teacher. I also have 10 years teaching experience at the post-secondary level. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, and an MBA. Prior to teaching I worked primarily as a computer programmer/analyst and project manager. I've... Read More →
AS

Anna Swinney

Business Relationship Senior Manager, Information Technology, PepsiCo

Tuesday June 18, 2019 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
AMES
  Leadership, All Participants

2:45pm CDT

A learning Platform for Software Engineering and Artificial Intelligence Career Development
joyce@autoauto.ai

Mini self-driving cars and hands-on content. Teach Python Programming and on-demand STEM content with our ready-made project-based curricula and fun cars.
Please come to our hands-on session or booth to learn how to get started with our cars in your classroom, and for a chance to win one of our cars!

AutoAuto enables teachers to address the STEM education gap using an innovative project-based learning platform. This platform combines an adaptive learning management system with small robotic cars, giving teachers the tools they need to motivate and teach the youth to learn Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence and other on-demand STEM content. Moreover, it equips teachers by delivering programming and technology lessons in various formats (including videos), therefore making their jobs easier yet more effective. Each lesson has a check for understanding (CFU) system to track progress leading up to assessments to ensure mastery of skills learned.

 More at: https://www.autoauto.ai.
Presenters
avatar for Joyce Rigelo

Joyce Rigelo

COO, AutoAuto
EdTech educator and product developer, Co-Founder and COO of AutoAuto. I have a great passion for motivating the youth into STEM. On my free time I enjoy rock climbing and cooking.

AutoAuto WeTeachCS Summit 2019 pptx
Tuesday June 18, 2019 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
K
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

2:45pm CDT

CS Toys and CS Tools
In this session we will discuss methods for initializing student engagement with your computer science program, with an emphasis on honest content previews and equity. We will examine some activities that can be used to give students an experience with computational thinking, as well as some common pitfalls that engagement based recruiting can fall to.

Presentation link
Presenters
avatar for Henry Vo

Henry Vo

Director of the Richardson High School Computer Science Magnet, Richardson ISD
I've been teaching for 13 years (11 years in computer science). Along with my students (past and present) and fellow computer science teachers, we've developed a successful, award-winning, state-recognized computer science program at Richardson High School. Some of the things we do... Read More →
AS

Aaron Schmidlkofer

Richardson High School

Tuesday June 18, 2019 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
C/D
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

2:45pm CDT

Cybersecurity Education - Resources and More!
How can Cybersecurity be integrated into the classroom or the current curriculum? What is the current state of cyber education in Texas? What are the national norms for cyber education? Why does it matter? Let's take a look at this thought provoking questions and view some valuable resources that can be used in addition to or independently from your current curriculum.
Presenters
avatar for Sylvia Wood

Sylvia Wood

Cybersecurity Education - Resources and More!, Leander ISD

Tuesday June 18, 2019 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
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  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

3:45pm CDT

Exhibitor Showcase and Device Petting Zoo
The Exhibitor Showcase and Device Petting Zoo allows teachers to meet with vendors and organizations in a relaxed reception environment, while also getting an up-close look at some of the latest devices coming to classrooms in the near future.

EXHIBITORS
• AutoAuto (#14)
• CompuScholar, Inc. (#12)
• Firia Labs (#19)
• GameSalad, Inc. (#15)
• Hacker High School (#2)
• KISS Institute Practical Robotics (#3)
• littleBits (#8)
• MakeCrate (#1)
• Microsoft Philanthropies TEALS (#4)
• Museum of Science Boston (#17)
• National Integrated Cyber Education Research Center (#7)
• Project Lead The Way (#13)
• STEM Crafters (#18)
• Tata Consultancy Services (#16)
• Texas Instruments (#11)
• UT Austin - WeTeach_CS (#9 & 10)
• UTeach Professional Development (#5) & UTeach CS Principles (#6)

Exhibitors
avatar for AutoAuto

AutoAuto

joycerigelo@gmail.comA learning Platform for Software Engineering and Artificial Intelligence Career Development, AutoAuto.AutoAuto enables teachers to address the STEM education gap using an innovative project-based learning platform. This platform combines an adaptive learning management... Read More →
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Museum of Science Boston

1104chuy@gmail.comThe Museum's MissionThe Museum’s mission is to play a leading role in transforming the nation’s relationship with science and technology.This role becomes ever more important as science and technology shape and reshape our lives and world, and it means we:Promote... Read More →
avatar for National Integrated Cyber Education Research Center

National Integrated Cyber Education Research Center

clairecfloyd@gmail.comWe’re the National Integrated Cyber Education Research Center (NICERC). We offer grant-funded cyber, STEM, and computer science curricula and professional development to K-12 educators at no cost. Our goal is to empower educators as they prepare the next generation... Read More →
avatar for STEM Crafters

STEM Crafters

allen@stemcrafters.comOpening Doorways to High-Tech SkillsTech EdVentures was created in Silicon Valley by Dr. Allen Selis, a visionary educator with nearly three decades of experience in his field. As the headmaster of a private school near Palo Alto, Allen saw a significant disparity... Read More →
avatar for UTeach CS Principles / UTeach Professional Development

UTeach CS Principles / UTeach Professional Development

Carol Ramsey - ramsey@uteach.utexas.eduJackie Burniske - burniske@uteach.utexas.eduSarah Jenevein - jenevein@uteach.utexas.eduUTeach CS Principles is...A classroom-ready curriculum and comprehensive teacher materials that rely on delivery models that are flexible and easy for teachers... Read More →
avatar for CompuScholar, Inc.

CompuScholar, Inc.

Contact: Chris Yust, chris.yust@compuscholar.comCompuScholar publishes TEKS-aligned Computer Science and Digital literacy courses for Texas middle and high schools. Teachers will enjoy free Professional Development, technical support, and mentoring. Your school can offer Principles of Information Technology, Fundamentals of CS... Read More →
avatar for GameSalad, Inc.

GameSalad, Inc.

tant42@hotmail.comThe GameSalad MissionOur mission is to massively expand Computer Science education in the world and disrupt the way Computer Science is taught. We teach computer science to 4th-12th grade students through our combination of proprietary technology and curriculum... Read More →
avatar for Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments

Contact: Pareesa Schulte, pschulte@ti.comTI technology offers the perfect addition to computer science classes. Empower your students to apply computer science concepts in highly engaging activities and projects that can be done individually or as a group... Read More →
avatar for Firia Labs

Firia Labs

Contacts: Geri Ewing, geri@firia.com and Daniel Bird, daniel@firia.comFiria Labs was born out of a passion & commitment to ensure that all students have access to real-world computer programming learning. Our focus is to assist in moving students from block-based coding to learning Python, the number one coding language in the world. The Firia Labs... Read More →
avatar for MakeCrate

MakeCrate

katie@makecrate.clubMakeCrate helps teachers bring engineering and coding to the classroom.Free projects and lesson plans to use in your classroom or makerspace!Customized quotes for classroom and makerspace kitsEducator training with professional development credit
avatar for KISS Institute for Practical Robotics

KISS Institute for Practical Robotics

sgoodgame@kipr.orgKISS Institute is a not-for-profit educational organization that uses hands on robotics programs in order to communicate the excitement, knowledge, and practical understanding of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.KIPR MissionKISS Institute for Practical... Read More →
avatar for Greg Rousos

Greg Rousos

cheryl.gunnip@littlebits.comWhat is littleBits?littlebits is the easiest and most versatile 21st Century tool for invention-based learning.Our ever-growing library of modular snap-together Bits are gender-neutral, age agnostic, and independent of experience or ability.Our STEAM solutions... Read More →
avatar for Hacker High School

Hacker High School

kim@isecom.orgCyber Security Skills for the Real World Hacking is a method of problem solving that combines resourcefulness, logic, creativity, and study. Hacker Highschool helps teens learn hacking as a method to figure out how things work (such as with the Scientific Method) and... Read More →
avatar for Tata Consultancy Services

Tata Consultancy Services

serene.gallegos@tcs.comHelping Clients Create the FutureTCS combines tech expertise and business intelligence to catalyze change and deliver results.TCS Mentors Inspire Kids to Study STEMThe TCS goIT Student Technology Awareness Program inspires the workforce of the future.According... Read More →
avatar for Microsoft Philanthropies TEALS

Microsoft Philanthropies TEALS

Contacts: Gustavo Arriaga, gustavo.arriaga@microsoft.comThe Microsoft Philanthropies TEALS (Technology Education and Literacy in Schools) Program helps high schools build equitable and inclusive computer science programs. Our proven program pairs trained computer science professionals from across the technology industry with classroom teac... Read More →
avatar for Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way

tdellinger@pltw.orgProviding Transformative Learning ExperiencesProject Lead The Way provides transformative learning experiences for PreK-12 students and teachers across the U.S. We create an engaging, hands-on classroom environment and empower students to develop in-demand knowledge... Read More →

Tuesday June 18, 2019 3:45pm - 5:00pm CDT
Atrium
  All Participants, General Session
 
Wednesday, June 19
 

7:00am CDT

Breakfast
Wednesday June 19, 2019 7:00am - 8:00am CDT
Ballroom
  All Participants, All

8:00am CDT

Plenary Session: Patti Ordóñez - The Importance of Data Science for Puerto Rico Post Hurricane María
Data science is an interdisciplinary field that tackles complex problems using statistics, computing, math and domain knowledge.  The impact of data science in Puerto Rico post Hurricane Maria was unforeseeable. Seeing Puerto Rico as a microcosm of the United States, I will demonstrate why it is important for all students and teachers in the US to learn how to do data science.
Presenters
avatar for Patti Ordóñez

Patti Ordóñez

Associate Professor, Computer Science, University of Puerto Rico Río Piedras
I am an Associate Professor in the Computer Science faculty at the University of Puerto Rico Río Piedras and thereby fulfilling two lifelong and one unexpected midlife dreams - living in a Spanish speaking country, having the opportunity to make a greater difference in the world, and becoming a professor. My research interests are in applying machine learning, data mining, and visualization... Read More →

Wednesday June 19, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Ballroom
  WeTeach_CS Attendees, General Session

8:00am CDT

TEX2 Convening
THIS SESSION IS FOR TEX2 PARTICIPANTS ONLY - In this special extended morning session, all attendees who were a part of the Texas Teacher Externships project (teacher externs, project directors, industry partners, etc.) will gather for our own keynote speaker from Dell, hear from representatives from TEA, and have time to share learnings and plan for the future with their school teams and others!

Agenda
  • 8 - 9 a.m. Keynote Speaker, Sonny Quintanilla, Dell 
  • 9 - 9:30 a.m. Introductions, reactions, and small group discussion time
  • 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Presentation by Shane Thomas and Alyssa Reinhart, TEA
  • 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Small group resource share and "next steps" planning time with Dell employees and members of TEA 

TEX2 Participating Organizations
- Connally ISD
- Crowley ISD
- ESC Region 2
- ESC Region 8
- ESC Region 16
- ESC Region 19
- ESC Region 20
- Harlingen CISD
- Hays CISD
- Judson ISD
- Leadership Prep School
- NASA Texas Space Grant STEM Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES)
- NCTC
- Rice University School Mathematics Project
- Roscoe Collegiate ISD
- United ISD
- UTMB
- UTPB
- Wayside Schools
- Youth Code Jam


Presenters
MG
avatar for Ellie Goldberg

Ellie Goldberg

Project Manager, STEM Center, UT Austin
ellie.goldberg@utexas.edu
AR

Alyssa Reinhart

Director of Strategy and Resources, CCMP Division, Texas Education Agency
SQ

Sonny Quintanilla

Software Architect, Dell
KB
avatar for Shane Thomas

Shane Thomas

Work-Based Learning Program Specialist, Texas Education Agency

TEX2 Summit WBL Presentation on 6.19.19 (Draft as of 6.5.19) pdf
Wednesday June 19, 2019 8:00am - 11:30am CDT
E (Left side of Ballroom)
  TEX2 Participants, Teacher externships and industry partnerships

9:00am CDT

15 Min. Break
Wednesday June 19, 2019 9:00am - 9:15am CDT

9:15am CDT

Cybersecurity Capture-The-Flag Competitions: The How-To's, Getting Started, and Resources
Cybersecurity is the hottest topic in computer science education. We see the term "cybersecurity," but we do really know what it takes? How does one get started with cybersecurity? How do we get our students engaged and motivated? What does it involve? This session will cover capture-the-flag cybersecurity contests and resources for high school students. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop with internet access.

Presentation link
Presenters
AS

Aaron Schmidlkofer

Richardson High School
avatar for Henry Vo

Henry Vo

Director of the Richardson High School Computer Science Magnet, Richardson ISD
I've been teaching for 13 years (11 years in computer science). Along with my students (past and present) and fellow computer science teachers, we've developed a successful, award-winning, state-recognized computer science program at Richardson High School. Some of the things we do... Read More →

Wednesday June 19, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
H
  High School, Student programs (camps/after school/competitions)

9:15am CDT

How to Engage Your School Counselor as an Ally in the Effort to Increase Student Access to Computer Science Education and Careers
School counselors are eager to direct students to viable education and career opportunities. Consider these key points for collaboration as you plan to meet with counselors to discuss ways their professional responsibilities align with your goals to increase student access to computing.
Presenters
avatar for Sarah Cable

Sarah Cable

Lead Counselor, Pflugerville HS/PFISD
Talk to me about your childhood collections, random facts and your favorite movie!
avatar for Julie Petrus

Julie Petrus

College and Career/Dual Credit Counselor, Hays HS/Hayscisd
I am the College and Career/Dual Credit Counselor at Jack C Hays High School in Buda, Texas. As a certified C4C consultant, I look forward to helping you build a relationship with your counselor in your quest to "grow" your program.

Wednesday June 19, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
K
  High School, Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

9:15am CDT

Resources for Implementing CS into the Classroom, Elem through HS
The focus of this session will be to share CS resources for use in the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Most resources will be free to use, either by intend of publisher, or by trial / limited use license. Resources that require paid subscription will be identified. This will be a hands-on interactive participation and exploration session.
Participants should bring their own WiFi connected devices on which they can explore resources presented. Participants will be provided a bit.ly link to a Google doc containing links to resources.
Target audience for this session is CS teachers of 0 to 5 years experience, although more experienced teachers may find resources useful.
Presenters
RM

Randle Moore

Computer Science Teacher / Trainer, The University of Texas at Austin - WeTeach_CS

Wednesday June 19, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
AMES
  K-12, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

9:15am CDT

Code.Org CS FUNdamentals
Is this your first glimpse into computer science and want to learn a free and easy way to start without too much stress or fuss? If so, this is the place for you. Code.Org is a nonprofit organization that offers FREE professional development, FREE curriculum and FREE lesson plans geared towards each individual grade level in K-5. It's as easy as 1-2-3.
Presenters
VA

Valerie Astorga

CS Fundamentals Facilitator, Code.org
JB

Janice Barnett

CS Fundamentals Facilitator, Code.org
avatar for Gianna Colson

Gianna Colson

K-12 STEM Engagement, Nuclear Power Institute
Gianna is currently a K-12 STEM Engagement Program Specialist at the Nuclear Power Institute (NPI), a joint center of Texas A&M University (TAMU) and Texas Engineering Experiment Station (TEES). Gianna is also a science and STEM consultant, presenting and facilitating teacher training... Read More →

Wednesday June 19, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
J
  K-5, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

9:15am CDT

Algorithms—Using Simple Manipulatives to Teach Complex Concepts
This interactive session gives teachers some valuable lesson ideas on using logic puzzles to teach critical thinking, collaboration, and problem solving, as well as helping students better understand the concept of algorithms. Be prepared to move around and interact with other participants in a simulated classroom experience.
Presenters
avatar for David Ruf

David Ruf

Teacher and Code.org CS Discoveries Facilitator, South Summit School District in Kamas, Utah.

Wednesday June 19, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
BELFORT
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

9:15am CDT

Summer Camps to Build Your Budget and Your club
Summer camps that cost almost nothing but raise thousands to build leadership in your Students as they host. Students teaching students and raising money doing what they love: Robotics.
Presenters
avatar for Angela Jumper

Angela Jumper

Teacher, Granbury High School
I have a passion for programming and security and love to prepare youth for the cyber careers of tomorrow. I coach Cyber Patriot for 4 yrs, CS Programming for 3 yrs and Robotics for 1 year. I love teaching Game development and instilling a love for technology in future generation... Read More →

Wednesday June 19, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
G
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Student programs (camps/after school/competitions)

10:15am CDT

15 Min. Break
Wednesday June 19, 2019 10:15am - 10:30am CDT

10:30am CDT

Hands-On, Minds-On: Teaching Computing and 21st Century Skills through Engineering Design
Discover a program that empowers students to develop and apply computational thinking skills to solve "real world" problems in a project-based environment. Engineering Applications of Computer Science Principles is a year-long, design-based high school course that integrates computer science (CS) with engineering design. Developed by University of Texas Engineering and Computer Engineering faculty, experienced secondary teachers and curriculum developers, and engineers with decades of industry experience, this hands-on course engages students in authentic engineering and CS practices. Come learn how we scaffold student acquisition and application of CS principles across a series of engaging and socially relevant design challenges.
Presenters
CF

Cheryl Farmer

Director of Precollege Engneering Education Initiatives, The University of Texas at Austin
cheryl.farmer@mail.utexas.eduI have worked at the interface of secondary and post-secondary engineering education for more than a decade. As the founding program director of the NSF-funded UTeachEngineering program, I have led the development, launch, and growth of an innovative high... Read More →

Wednesday June 19, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
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  High School, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

10:30am CDT

Securing Grants and Funding (Panel)
Come hear tips and tricks to secure funding through foundations and grants for your CS classroom!
Presenters
avatar for Amy Carrell

Amy Carrell

EPIC Director for Outreach, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
acarrell@tacc.utexas.eduAmy Carrell joined TACC in 2019 as the EPIC Director of Outreach to broaden participation in K12 computer science across Texas and the nation. She leads efforts on the WeTeach_CS program and directs the Code.org Regional Partner for Texas. Prior to joining... Read More →
avatar for Walter Doyle

Walter Doyle

Senior Director of New School Activation, DonorsChoose.org
avatar for Debi Pfitzenmaier

Debi Pfitzenmaier

Executive Director, Youth Code Jam
avatar for Lisa Richardson

Lisa Richardson

Math Teacher, Clear Brook High School in Clear Creek ISD

Wednesday June 19, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
AMES
  K-12, Help teachers build a CS program in their school (equity/curriculum/course sequence/policy)

10:30am CDT

Introduction to Programming with MIT’s Scratch
NOTE: Please bring a laptop, tablet, or chromebook to this session.
Have you ever wanted to learn about drag-and-drop programming but don’t know where to start? This hour-long introductory course is for you! We will be starting at the beginning with creating accounts and crafting simple programs. By the end, you will have the skills to make a simple video game (and bring what you've learned back to your school!). Perfect for teachers of grades 3 through 8.
Presenters
avatar for Ryan Torbey

Ryan Torbey

Project Specialist, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
rtorbey@tacc.utexas.eduRyan Torbey is a computer science education advocate and former technology teacher. He is employed at the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) as a Project Specialist as he pursues his PhD in STEM Education at the University of Texas. His research focuses... Read More →

Wednesday June 19, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
J
  K-8, Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

10:30am CDT

Sprite Lab - Code.org’s Newest Open-Ended Tool!
Code.org’s free resources teach students coding with visual blocks. You may have done the Hour of Code or perhaps your school is teaching coding and computer science. You’ve used the Hour of Code tutorials with your students, or perhaps even taught the Code.org A-F curriculum, now it’s time for open ended projects! The newly released Sprite Lab is designed to allow students to imagine and creative expressive, interesting projects and games. In this session, you will learn how to integrate the newly released Sprite Lab into your grade 4+ class.
Presenters
avatar for Susan F. Reeves

Susan F. Reeves

Consultant, Digital Age Learning, Education Service Center, Region 20
Talk to me about all things technology integration and computer science! I am a Google for Education Certified Innovator and Trainer, Discovery Education Certified Trainer, Edpuzzle and Wakelet certified and hold many other industry certifications. I am a Seesaw Ambassador and love... Read More →

2019 Sprite Lab pdf
Wednesday June 19, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
K
  Middle School (Grades 6-8), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

10:30am CDT

3D Printing—Unlocking Student Creativity with Easy and Applicable Lessons
Teachers will be introduced to individual and group lessons that allow students to create and collaborate as they design, model and 3D print their own logic puzzles. Both experienced and novice 3D modelers will gain valuable insights on ways to introduce and reinforce students within the increasingly important world of 3D printing.
Presenters
avatar for David Ruf

David Ruf

Teacher and Code.org CS Discoveries Facilitator, South Summit School District in Kamas, Utah.

Wednesday June 19, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
BELFORT
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Expose teachers to tools or resources for teaching CS

10:30am CDT

WeTeach_CyberSecurity, The New CS Pathway
Cybersecurity is now, more than ever, a critical part of our lives. Bad actors are lurking and preying on the unprepared - we must match and exceed their efforts. Students need to be prepared to join the ranks of cybersecurity professionals to help protect our interconnected world. Come hear from cybersecurity professionals and educators about the state of this critical industry, explore the TEKS for new cyber courses Texas is now offering, and the new pathway your students can join to prepare for the workplace.
Presenters
avatar for John B Owen

John B Owen

Computer Science Project Manager, WeTeach_CS, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
John B. Owen is a founding member of WeTeach_CS, in partnership with Dr. Carol Fletcher and Amy Carrell, and serves as the chief writer and producer of all computer science related professional development. This includes several projects since 2015, including in-person workshops for... Read More →
avatar for Tommy Gober

Tommy Gober

Curriculum Development Specialist, CYBER.ORG
Tommy Gober is a curriculum development specialist for CYBER.ORG and lives in the Houston area. Tommy taught computer science, computer hardware, networking and other technology classes in northeast Texas.He is a doctoral candidate researching cyber education with UTRGV in Brownsville... Read More →
avatar for John F Owen

John F Owen

Practice Manager, Data & Analytics, Set Solutions
John Owen is a Cybersecurity professional with more than 10 years of experience in physical and cybersecurity, network management and support, combined with a strong academic background in Digital Forensics and Mathematics. He currently leads the Data & Analytics practice at Set... Read More →

Wednesday June 19, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
H
  Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12), Help teachers learn CS concepts/content

11:30am CDT

15 Min. Break
Wednesday June 19, 2019 11:30am - 11:45am CDT

11:45am CDT

Lunch / Closing Session, DonorsChoose.org and Door Prizes!
Walter Doyle will give attendees an overview on DonorsChoose.org, insight on current funding opportunities, and a chance to brainstorm innovative ideas. Learn how to break down larger projects into fundable grants, and how to keep your donors coming back with each new project. And Door Prizes!!
Presenters
avatar for Carol L. Fletcher, Ph.D.

Carol L. Fletcher, Ph.D.

EPIC Director, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
cfletcher@tacc.utexas.eduDr. Carol Fletcher is Director of EPIC (Expanding Pathways in Computing) at UT Austin’s Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) where she oversees research and professional development projects in STEM and CS education such as the nationally recognized WeTeach_CS... Read More →
avatar for Walter Doyle

Walter Doyle

Senior Director of New School Activation, DonorsChoose.org

Wednesday June 19, 2019 11:45am - 1:00pm CDT
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  • DonorsChose.org
  • ECEP Alliance
  • Education Service Center Region 20 & Code.org
  • ESC Region 20 & Code.org
  • FAMILY EDUCATORS ALLIANCE OF SOUTH TEXAS
  • Firia Labs
  • GameSalad
  • Granbury High School
  • Hacker High School
  • HAYS CISD
  • Hays HS/Hayscisd
  • IBM
  • Inc.
  • Kiss Institute For Practical Robotics
  • La Feria ISD
  • Leander ISD
  • List schools/programs
  • Lufkin High School
  • Microsoft Philanthropies TEALS
  • NASA Texas Space Grant Consortium
  • NCWIT
  • NCWIT / AAUW
  • NEISD STEM Academy
  • NICERC
  • Northwest Early College High School
  • Odessa High School
  • Project Lead The Way
  • Region 3 ESC
  • Rice University Office of STEM Engagement
  • Rice University Office of STEM Engagment
  • Richardson High School
  • Richardson ISD
  • River Road ISD
  • Roscoe Collegiate ISD
  • Set Solutions
  • STEM Crafters
  • Tata Consultancy Services
  • teachHOUSTON/University of Houston
  • Texas City ISD
  • Texas Department of Information Resources
  • Texas Instruments
  • The University of Texas at Austin
  • The University of Texas at Austin; NICERC
  • UC Berkley
  • Unc
  • University of Houston
  • University of Puerto Rico Río Piedras
  • UTeach
  • UTeach Computer Science
  • Various
  • WeTeach_CS
  • Youth Code Jam
  • URL
  • Computer Science Teacher / Trainer
  • ctabor@canutillo-isd.org
  • Deputy Director
  • DonorsChoose.org
  • Founder/CEO
  • http://knorth.edublogs.org/
  • http://studio.code.org
  • http://uteachcs.org
  • http://www.tsgc.utexas.edu
  • https://code2college.org
  • https://dir.texas.gov
  • https://ecepalliance.org/
  • https://edu.gamesalad.com/
  • https://firialabs.com/
  • https://makecode.microbit.org/
  • https://nicerc.org
  • https://pd.uteach.utexas.edu/blended-learning
  • https://scratch.mit.edu/
  • https://studio.code.org/s/express-2018
  • https://tev.trinket.io/
  • https://www.autoauto.ai
  • https://www.bootstrapworld.org/
  • https://www.compuscholar.com/schools
  • https://www.ignitemyfutureinschool.org/
  • https://www.learnjavaonline.org/
  • https://www.scratchjr.org/
  • https://www.tealsk12.org/
  • KIPR.org - https://www.kipr.org/
  • mrsrichmath.blogspot.com
  • tommy.gober@cyberinnovationcenter.org
  • Various
  • weteachcs.org
  • www.engineeryourworld.org
  • www.hackerhighschool.org
  • www.highschoolesportsleague.com
  • www.kipr.org
  • www.NICERC.org
  • www.pltw.org
  • www.setsolutions.com
  • youthcodejam.org
  • Email
  • aborgerding@kipr.org
  • ajantoine@rice.edu
  • ajs130430@gmail.com
  • Allen@TechEdVentures.com
  • angela.jumper@granburyisd.org
  • annette.duvall@crowley.k12.tx.us
  • baguio@tsgc.utexas.edu
  • beckym@tealsk12.org
  • burniske@uteach.utexas.edu
  • camfan54@att.net
  • carol.fletcher@utexas.edu
  • cblack@roscoe.esc14.net
  • cgoodgame@kipr.org
  • cheryl.farmer@mail.utexas.edu
  • chris.yust@compuscholar.com
  • chs50278239@gmail.com
  • craig.levy@austinisd.org
  • ctabor@canutillo-isd.org
  • curtis@ti.com
  • david@firia.com
  • debi@youthcodejam.org
  • dgurkan@uh.edu
  • educatorjenn@gmail.com
  • Gianna.Colson@gmail.com
  • henry.vo@risd.org
  • jjobe@tcisd.org
  • john.kelly@ncwit.org
  • johnbowen@utexas.edu
  • joyce@autoauto.ai
  • julie.petrus@hayscisd.net
  • kim@isecom.org
  • kirsten_prudhomme@roundrockisd.org
  • knorth@me.com
  • kylaguru@gmail.com
  • lagraham@us.ibm.com
  • lcummings@lufkinisd.org
  • LMHarlow@uh.edu
  • Marco.Pizana@hayscisd.net
  • matt@code2college.org
  • mcushing@rice.edu
  • morgan.floyd@dir.texas.gov
  • patricia.ordonez@upr.edu
  • ramsey@uteach.utexas.edu
  • ryan.torbey@utexas.edu
  • sarah@youthcodejam.org
  • sdunton@mghpcc.org
  • serene.gallegos@tcs.com
  • sgeisb@neisd.net
  • sherylroehl@aol.com
  • susan.jones@midwayisd.org
  • susan.reeves@esc20.net
  • sylvia.wood@leanderisd.org
  • tan@gamesalad.com
  • tdellinger@pltw.org
  • tomkyle2@gmail.com
  • tommy.gober@cyberinnovationcenter.org
  • Various
  • Twitter Handle
  • @annetteduvall
  • @baguio5252
  • @cb_ltf
  • @cushingmp
  • @DocLevy
  • @GiannaColson
  • @HarlowUH
  • @johnowenteachcs
  • @juliepetrus1
  • @KISSInstitute
  • @mathematic_AL
  • @MC_Stephenson
  • @MrGoberTX
  • @MrsJsITclass
  • @pizanamarco
  • @RandleSATex
  • @RHSCompSci
  • @roadtripbarbie
  • @RyanTorbey
  • @S_Galls
  • @sherylroehl
  • @STEMCrafters
  • @STEMinTexas
  • @susanfreeves
  • @tant42
  • @TCHSjobe
  • @tealsk12_becky
  • @TedE4CS
  • @youthcodejam
  • cbhsrichmath
  • educatorjenn
  • https://twitter.com/AutoAutoAI
  • Various