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WeTeach_CS Summit 2025
June 9-10, 2025
Renaissance Austin Hotel - 9721 Arboretum Blvd, Austin, TX 78759
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Monday, June 9
 

9:45am CDT

Breaking Barriers: Strategies and Tools for Middle to High School Computer Science Pathways
Monday June 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
San Marcos
The "Programming the Acceleration of Computing and Equity" (PACE) program promotes access to computer science education for all middle school students through a collaborative, sustainable, pathway approach. Through representative-based District Stakeholder Councils and other tools and structures, the program focuses on local CS needs, such as engaging more girls and building programs in rural communities. This session highlights these tools and strategies to establish standards-based pathways bridging middle and high school. Attendees will receive access to free resources and will engage in a data exercise, with the goal of empowering them to replicate PACE's success in their own communities. 
Presenters
avatar for Neil Schiavo

Neil Schiavo

Project Director, Education Development Center, Inc. (EDC)
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Deborah Boisvert

PACE CS Specialist, Education Development Center (EDC)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-boisvert-9b3b343/
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Nadia Foster

Senior Training and Technical Assistance Associate, Education Development Center (EDC)
Nadia Foster is a community health expert, educational improvement leader, and community outreach and engagement specialist. She has extensive expertise in training and technical assistance (TA), program and project management, continuous improvement, public health, K–12 student... Read More →
Monday June 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
San Marcos
  Broadening Participation, Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12)

9:45am CDT

CSfoEL: Empowering English Learners within Computer Science
Monday June 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
Nueces
Byte, bug, boot, bot - how do educators provide the support needed for both the technical and academic language demands within a CS classroom? Nearly 20% of K-12 public school students in Texas are classified as English Learners yet they are one of the most underrepresented student populations within Computer Science education.

Join us for a hands-on introduction to 'CSforEL' - a CSTA program that leverages inclusive instructional strategies to close gaps and support both content and language skills for ELs in CS.
Presenters
avatar for Devon Marano

Devon Marano

Lead Facilitator, CSTA
I consider myself a 'compulsive hand raiser' - eagerly volunteering for workshops, committees, grad school, and any other professional learning opportunity that comes my way. From 2014 - 2024, I taught at a Title 1 school in San Diego. During my 2nd year, despite having virtually... Read More →
Monday June 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
Nueces
  Broadening Participation, High School

9:45am CDT

Power of the Portrait: Art Meets Code to Inspire Girls in CS
Monday June 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
Trinity A
Join Code/Art for a dynamic workshop that explores the exciting blend of art and coding to make computer science more accessible and appealing. Participants will engage in a hands-on self-portrait lesson using JavaScript. They will also learn techniques for classroom implementation, explore a gallery of student-coded portraits, and learn about Code/Art’s self-portrait coding competition for girls. This single lesson offers a powerful way for educators to shape students' perceptions of computer science, fostering creativity and inclusion in CS. This workshop is designed for grade 3-12 educators, especially art and computer science teachers.
Presenters
avatar for Amy Renshaw

Amy Renshaw

CEO and Founder, Code/Art
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyaustinrenshaw/
avatar for Lisa Hauser

Lisa Hauser

Chief Learning Officer, Code/Art
Lisa Hauser is the Chief Learning Officer at Code/Art with over 24 years of experience teaching computer science and mathematics in Miami public schools. A passionate advocate for increasing female representation in tech, Lisa was instrumental in launching Code/Art, driven by her... Read More →
Monday June 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
Trinity A
  Broadening Participation, K-12

12:45pm CDT

CS and Multilingual Learners: Curriculum, Professional Development, and Community Engagement
Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT
Nueces
In this session, we will center on tools for multilingual learners, while also focusing on the components of professional development that support CS programs and allow participation of students whose first language is Spanish. We will also discuss important aspects of community involvement and professional development, providing tools and best practices to support CS programs. We will share about the effect of Cognitive Load Theory on multilingual learners, sharing tools that can alleviate that load. Lastly, we will share how technology can help engage multilingual households and how we can support them in their learners’ CS journey. 
Presenters
avatar for Rudy Escobar

Rudy Escobar

STEM and Computer Science Coordinator, Stanislaus County Office of Education
Rudy is a STEM Coordinator  committed to drive impactful contributions across communities with a proven track record in education, specializing in Computer Science and Science, Coaching, as well as STEM PreK-12 Education, Artificial Intelligence, Physical Computing, Robotics, Curriculum... Read More →
avatar for Sofia De Jesús

Sofia De Jesús

Associate Program Manager, CMU CS Academy
BlueSky(https://bsky.app/profile/thenerdygeek.bsky.social) and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sofia-de-jesus-m-s-7b637415/)
Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT
Nueces
  Broadening Participation, Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12)

12:45pm CDT

PANEL: NCWIT : Aspirations in Computing
Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT
Brazos
In this session, I will go over the NC with aspirations and computing stem competition. I will cover general information about how to participate along with sharing some results on the trajectory of past winners into the field of computer science. I will also share information about summer camps that are happening in Austin as part of this program.
Presenters
avatar for Vida Lloyde
Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT
Brazos
  Broadening Participation, K-12 Counselors and/or Administrators

2:00pm CDT

ComputeHer Science: Amplifying the Female Voice in CS
Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Trinity A
The purpose of this presentation is to promote and support increased female representation in computer science programs within schools by identifying barriers, discussing successful initiatives, and highlighting the importance of
diverse perspectives in tech. This presentation will explore ways educators, administrators, and communities can encourage young women to pursue computer science, fostering an environment where all students feel motivated, supported, and empowered to engage and excel in the field.
Presenters
avatar for Michelle Shomo Pierce

Michelle Shomo Pierce

5-8 Computer Science Teacher, Mallard Creek STEM Academy
http://dot.cards/michelleshomopierce
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Ebonie Campbell

CTE Teacher, Maury High School
https://www.instagram.com/eacampbell58/?hl=en
Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Trinity A
  Broadening Participation, Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12)

2:00pm CDT

Culturally Responsive Teaching: Empowering Students Through Representation and Relevance
Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Nueces
Discover how culturally responsive teaching transforms classrooms into spaces where all students feel seen, valued, and empowered. This session, led by Victor Hicks and Yaritza Villalba, explores practical strategies for incorporating students’ cultural identities into STEM and computer science instruction. Participants will learn to design lessons that leverage representation and relevance to boost engagement and achievement in CS and beyond. Real-world examples from Coding with Culture and McKenzie’s Adventures will illustrate how educators can use students’ unique experiences to broaden participation and bridge gaps in STEM education.
Presenters
avatar for Victor Hicks

Victor Hicks

Founder & CEO, Coding with Culture
Victor “Coach” Hicks is a nationally recognized computer science educator, curriculum developer, and cultural strategist dedicated to expanding access to high-quality, culturally responsive STEM education for Black and Brown youth. As the founder and director of Coding with Culture... Read More →
avatar for Yaritza (Ja-Reet-Zah) Villalba

Yaritza (Ja-Reet-Zah) Villalba

CEO & Founder, McKenzie's Adventures
Yaritza Villalba is an award-winning global Education Consultant, Speaker, and the CEO of McKenzie’s Adventures. With over a decade of experience, she is dedicated to creating an equitable and inclusive educational landscape. Yaritza's innovative approach has earned her the prestigious... Read More →
Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Nueces
  Broadening Participation, K-12
 
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