WeTeach_CS Summit 2025: Full Schedule

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

Neil Schiavo

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

Deborah Boisvert

PACE CS Specialist, Education Development Center (EDC)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-boisvert-9b3b343/

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)

12:45pm CDT

Cybersecurity and Computer Science Industry-Based Certifications

Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT

San Marcos

In today's Cyber digital age, cybersecurity skills are in high demand across all industries. By obtaining a cybersecurity certification, our students can greatly enhance their career and academic prospects, positioning themselves as valuable assets to potential employers and universities. Early involvement in cybersecurity will keep them ahead of the curve, especially as cybersecurity and AI become critical economic indicators.

Presenters

Fred Lover

Professor, Assistant Department Chair, Austin Community College

linkedin.com/in/fredlover

Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT
San Marcos

Cybersecurity, K-12 Counselors and/or Administrators

2:00pm CDT

AI in the Kitchen: Which Recipe Recommender Wins?

Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

San Marcos

Ever wondered when to use AI to make your projects smarter? In this session, we’ll compare two versions of a recipe recommender app—one that works with basic logic and one powered by AI. You’ll get hands-on insights into how each approach works, talk about the pros and cons, and learn how to spot when AI can really make a difference. Plus, we’ll check out some easy-to-use open-source AI tools to help you get started.

Presenters

Jada Ogueh

Student, Jordan High School Katy ISD

I am a graduating senior at Jordan and am very passionate about using computer science to make the world a better place for others. My interests also include running outreach to young girls to diversify the entering STEM workforce.

Voke Ogueh

Co-Founder/Youth Mentor, Waado

Voke Ogueh is a nationally recognized PAEMST Educator with over 20 years of experience teaching Mathematics and Computer Science in Houston-area high schools, including Hightower, George Bush, and Hastings. She holds a B.S. in Industrial Mathematics from the University of Benin and... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
San Marcos

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, High School