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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

Pseudocode in the Kitchen
Monday June 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
San Antonio
Grab your apron and step into our kitchen for a one-hour culinary workshop designed to immerse K-5 educators in the art of computational thinking! This session will serve up practical strategies and resources to simplify complex concepts—just like following a recipe. Participants will chop up pseudocode using DUPLO®, savor real-world applications, and discover how to spice up student learning experiences with technology tools like Lumio®. By aligning with the new Technology Application TEKS (TA TEKS), this workshop will empower you to integrate computational thinking across various subject areas. Our culinary creation will be a delicious opportunity to enhance your teaching practices, bring computational thinking to life for your students, and inspire them to think like problem-solving chefs! Bon appétit!
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avatar for Dr. Kiamesha Bagley

Dr. Kiamesha Bagley

Technology Integration Specialist-Math, Fort Bend ISD
Dr. Bagley is a distinguished educator and leader with 22 years of experience in curriculum development, teacher training, and instructional technology. She holds a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, a Master’s in Educational Administration, and a Bachelor’s in Interdisciplinary... Read More →
Monday June 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
San Antonio
  Integrating Computational Thinking / Computer Science / Cybersecurity into other subjects, K-5

12:45pm CDT

Cross-Disciplinary Integration with Micro:bits: A Hands-On Coding Experience
Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT
San Antonio
Discover how Micro:bits can seamlessly integrate Computer Science, Technology Applications, Math, and Science TEKS into your classroom. In this interactive session, you'll explore hands-on activities that bridge these disciplines, engage students, and enhance STEM learning. Bring your device and join us as we dive into coding, problem-solving, and real-world applications using Micro:bits. Leave with practical strategies and lesson ideas ready to implement in your classroom. 
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avatar for Brittany Templeton

Brittany Templeton

Assistant Director for Computer Science and Mathematics, Rice University Office of STEM Engagement
avatar for Roger Ramirez

Roger Ramirez

Associate Director for Mathematics and Engineering Education, R-STEM
Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT
San Antonio
  Physical Computing, Middle School (Grades 6-8)

2:00pm CDT

Deep in the Heart: A Micro:bit Musical Road Trip
Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
San Antonio
HOWDY, coders! Saddle up for a musical journey through the heart of Texas, where the Micro:bit takes center stage. In this hands-on workshop, we'll transform the beloved anthem "Deep in the Heart of Texas" into a captivating symphony of light, sound, and motion.  Together, we'll explore the Micro:bit's versatile features – from its dazzling LED display and built-in speaker to its motion-sensing capabilities and integrated microphone – and learn how to orchestrate them using Microsoft MakeCode. No matter your coding experience, you'll discover how to program the Micro:bit to create rhythmic light shows, generate melodies, and even respond to your movements, all synchronized to the iconic Texan tune.  Join us for a collaborative coding experience that blends music, technology, and computational thinking in a uniquely Texan way!
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avatar for Thomas Hungerford

Thomas Hungerford

Teacher, Lufkin ISD
From Lufkin, Texas; graduate of University of the Incarnate Word at San Antonio, Texas. Teacher at Lufkin High School (Computer Science, Math, EB), UIL Coach. Participant of WeTeach Cyber & WeTeach AI cohorts. All around nerd and proud of it.
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Travis Garcia

Teacher, Lufkin ISD
High school science and STEM educator based in East Texas. My background is in geology (B.S.) and I have a passion for integrating computer science and technology in the classroom. Always looking for ways to bridge the gap between traditional sciences and emerging fields. I'm excited... Read More →
Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
San Antonio
  Physical Computing, Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12)
 
Tuesday, June 10
 

10:00am CDT

25 Ideas to Spark CS in Under 60 Minutes
Tuesday June 10, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
San Antonio
This is a fast-paced workshop to introduce educators to a wide range of foundational CS concepts and activities. The purpose is to equip elementary educators with creative tools and strategies as well as to inspire confidence in both teachers and students to explore CS, robotics and logic puzzles. Takeaways: Handouts of sample activities with lesson plans, coding contest checklist, online gamification samples, and the list of 25 strategies and ideas with a few bonus extras. Links to additional classroom resources will also be shared.
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Cristina Jimenez

PK-5 Computer Science Teacher, Donna ISD
Tuesday June 10, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
San Antonio
  Introductory Computer Science, K-5

11:15am CDT

Intro to AI and Machine Learning with Code.org
Tuesday June 10, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
San Antonio
AI and Machine Learning impact our entire world, changing how we live and how we work. That's why it’s critical for all of us to understand this increasingly important technology, including not just how it’s designed and applied, but also its societal and ethical implications.

In this session we’ll explore the free Code.org resources available for you to introduce these concepts in your classroom, from a 1-2 hour activity for elementary students to a 5 week, fully developed course with online resources, student materials, project outlines, rubrics, and teacher materials (including presentation files and videos). Resources will provide success for any teacher (regardless of prior experience with computer science or AI/Machine Learning).
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avatar for Susan F. Reeves

Susan F. Reeves

Consultant, Education Service Center Region 20
 Susan is a consultant for Digital Age Learning for Education Service Center, Region 20 in San Antonio and K-8 Facilitator for Code.org. She is also serving as the CS Pipeline Project Director for ESC-20. Prior to ESC-20 she was a teacher and instructional technology specialist in... Read More →
Tuesday June 10, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
San Antonio
  Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, K-8

1:30pm CDT

GOOGLE Sponsored Session
Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
San Antonio
Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
San Antonio
  Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, K-12
 
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