WeTeach_CS Summit 2025

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.

CS and/or Cybersecurity Content Knowledge Level Required: Everyone. No prior knowledge required.

This panel of professionals in diverse computer science related careers will discuss the unique and sometimes non-traditional pathways they’ve taken to careers which leverage high performance computing. Educators will learn how they can support students with greater interest in fields such as life sciences for careers which depend on fluency in computational sciences. Educator strategies for broadening the aperture of who participates in high school computer science from the AWSM in CS project will also be discussed.

CS and/or Cybersecurity Content Knowledge Level Required: Everyone. No prior knowledge required.

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.

CS and/or Cybersecurity Content Knowledge Level Required: Everyone. No prior knowledge required.

This workshop is designed to provide a supportive and collaborative environment for new and early career computer science (CS) educators. Participants will be able to connect with peers, share experiences and learn from experts in the field. The workshop will tackle common challenges new CS teachers face, present practical strategies for effective instruction, and explore resources to support professional development.
 
The workshop provides opportunities for participants to learn from and collaborate with their peers, sharing best practices and strategies for effective CS instruction. The networking activities allow participants to connect with other CS educators, building relationships and expanding their professional networks.

CS and/or Cybersecurity Content Knowledge Level Required: Everyone. No prior knowledge required.

Join us for an inspiring session on the CS Equity Externship, a partnership among NYC Men Teach, CS4All NYC, and Future Ready NYC. Learn how teachers gain firsthand experience at Google and transform these insights into culturally responsive classroom projects. This initiative empowers students with the knowledge and social capital for college and career success. Don’t miss this chance to bridge education and the tech industry, inspiring future technology leaders from historically underrepresented groups!

CS and/or Cybersecurity Content Knowledge Level Required: Everyone. No prior knowledge required.

Many students with disabilities face many challenges when trying to learn CS/Cybersecurity. In this session we will review the new ADA Title 2 rule from the Department of Justice titled “Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities”  and its impact on CS/Cybersecurity.  We will review and demonstrate several of the affordances the students with disabilities use to access computers. We will review accessible programming environments and curricula.

CS and/or Cybersecurity Content Knowledge Level Required: Everyone. No prior knowledge required.