Joanna Marcotte

A previous winner presents his award while standing with CSTA’s executive director and the board chair. Text reads: Encourage Your Students to Apply to the ACM/CSTA Cutler-Bell Prize in High School Computing.

Your high school computer science seniors could win thousands of dollars in scholarship money through the @acm.org/CSTA Cutler-Bell prize.

This award empowers learners to pursue challenges beyond the classroom, leading to real-world applications. Applications close March 15, 2026. buff.ly/3YA76NN

Priority consideration for Summer Pathways 2026 ends Feb 25! ⏰

Pathways is a free, virtual program open to current 8th graders, high school girls, and non-binary students of all skill levels. No application or program fees required.

Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/S9x850YksXx

Volunteer with Aspirations in Computing | NCWIT Each year, the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) program receives thousands of amazing award applications from eligible students across the country who a ...

There's still plenty of time to become a #NCWITAiC Volunteer Reviewer — it's easy and your own pace (at lunch, after work, anywhere!): ncwit.org/blog/volunteer-with-aspirations-in-computing

👩🏽‍💻 Help spotlight outstanding high school and college technologists for their passion and accomplishments

NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award Technology too often has a culture of invisibility, otherness, self-doubt, and closed doors. Aspirations in Computing seeks to turn barriers into possibilities through exclusive awards, scholarships, ...

Then apply for the #NCWITAiC High School Award: aspirations.org/award-programs/aic-high-school-award

2026 CSTA Annual Conference. Registration Open. July 13–15, New Orleans.

Registration for #CSTA2026 is officially open! Join us for a more intimate learning experience in New Orleans this summer. Take advantage of our Super Early Bird pricing and save $300+ on registration fees. buff.ly/atLYa8D

The STARS Computing Core AI Scholars Program provides college students and K-12 teachers with opportunities to engage in projects for teaching AI and develop leadership skills. Complete the program for a stipend of up to $1,000! Apply by October 18.

Apply: buff.ly/irjCpgB

Apply for the #NCWITAiC High School Award to gain community, just like Kaylie did! 💜 The #AiCcommunity is a 30,000+ member network that wants you to succeed in every part of your journey — starting while you're in high school and following you through your career!

Three finalists selected for New Hampshire’s 2026 Teacher of the Year The New Hampshire Teacher of the Year selection committee is pleased to announce the three finalists for New Hampshire’s 2026 Teacher of the Year.

Congratulations to the three finalists for the 2026 New Hampshire Teacher of the Year: Justine Dube (Raymond); Jennifer McDonald (Gilford); and Megan Philbrook (Andover)! indepthnh.org/2025/08/12/t... #NH #NHEducators #NHTOTY

Instead of writing your objectives on the board...

Use Google Slides!

Daily Agenda Slides automatically adds a new slide to the TOP every day (with the date) so you can add your agenda.

Install for free: workspace.google.com/marketplace/...

Collects NO DATA!

#TeacherTech #GoogleEDU #EduSky

Learn.java is a new free platform for educators! Through learn tutorials, practice exercises, and opportunities to apply content with mini labs, the site inspires learners to engage in Java.

Learn more: learn.java

Teacher Inquiry Groups, Identity Inclusion PD for K-12 CS Educators. Online PD that combines asynchronous learning with Community of Practice virtual sessions. Apply by Sept. 05.

Engage in facilitated discussions to understand the impact of identity and ways to foster safe and inclusive CS learning environments. $500 stipend upon course completion.

Learn more and apply for the Fall semester group: buff.ly/d5VnGxf

Code.org facilitators Joanna Marcotte & Karen Locke at CS Summer of Fun 2025 on the campus of Husson University. With regional partner Angela O from Project>Login & Educate Maine.

Facilitator catch up with regional partner -EducateMaine @angiesueo.bsky.social during #CSSummerOfFun2025 facilitating #CSA @collegeboard.org approved curriculum & #CSDISCOVERIES from Code.org - thank you to @hussonu.bsky.social for partnering & providing great workshop spaces.

Husson University President

Panoramic of educators at summer of fun during opening session at Gracie Theater on the Husson University Campuse

Sponsors ... Verizon, husson university, code.org, systems engineering, Tyler tech Maine App challenge

Welcome session #CSSummerOfFun2025 ... such a great first day!Thank you to Educate Maine Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance - MMSA for organizing this event. And to sponsors Code.org @verizonofficial.bsky.social @hussonu.bsky.social @systemsengineer.bsky.social & @tylertech.bsky.social

Learner variability is a norm, not an exception. ~Dr. Maya Israel #CSTA2025

If you are headed to the national conference and from New England would love to connect

If you are a CSTANH member attending the national conference would live to connect while in Cleveland...

AI Literacy for All: Conditions for Schools, Learning for Students, Written by Omar Shepherd

“AI literacy is not just about understanding what AI is; it’s about fostering a mindset that prepares individuals to use AI responsibly, ethically, and effectively.”

Read the full story on The Voice: buff.ly/Wz6HWNO

Congratulations!

Computer science and artificial intelligence curriculum for K-12 Schools Code.org provides free computer science and AI curriculum, plus professional development to support any teacher—no coding experience needed!

Great opportunities for Maine, NH, & Vermont educators this summer. Join
@angiesueo.bsky.social
and me along with Karen Locke & Kymberly Bryant for the Code.org intensive pathways on #CSA #CSP #CSDiscoveries hosted
@hussonu.bsky.social
register today www.stemworkforceredy/cs-summer-of-fun

Teacher Appreciation Week, Self Care Tips: Lean on your support system, Define clear work-life boundaries, Set aside time for yourself, Practice self-compassion, Engage in your hobbies, Learn to say No! Ask for help and advice, Plan breaks throughout the day, Explore CSTA resources to help, Connect with the CSTA community!

Being a teacher is not for the faint of heart. This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, prevent burnout by prioritising your needs. What are some of your own self-care tips?

#WellnessWednesday #WeHearYou #ThankATeacher

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Join us for our June installment of Meeting of the Minds with AccessComputing:

📆 Friday, June 13 from 1:30 - 2:30 pm MT

When computing fields are enhanced by the perspectives of disabled people, we all benefit!

Register today: lnkd.in/eyds7C5S

More info: lnkd.in/grN2_y6m

Report: New Hampshire’s public school state spending levels lowest in U.S. • New Hampshire Bulletin Despite its high overall spending, the Granite State contributed the smallest proportion of state dollars and the largest proportion of local dollars per student of all 50 states in the same school…

"The report confirms what residents of all political stripes have long known to be true: New Hampshire’s schools are driven by local property tax collections, not state spending." From @ethandewitt.bsky.social #NHPolitics

If New Hampshire appreciates its teachers, now is a good time to show them • New Hampshire Bulletin Every day, teachers are nurturing and supporting our precious students in classrooms across New Hampshire. Teachers dedicate their careers and their lives to providing young Granite Staters with the…

Commentary from Megan Tuttle, @neahn.bsky.social : "We can’t afford to let them turn funding for public school students and teachers into private school vouchers. We can’t afford to let them slash programs like Medicaid and children’s health insurance that keep students healthy and ready to learn."

Springtime in Keene

Transcribed text: 2025 CSTA Annual conference. Featured Sessions: Equity Strand. Cleveland, July 8-11, 2025.

Putting together your conference schedule can be overwhelming, which is why the #CSTA2025 Conference Committee has made specific recommendations based on what you may be looking for.

Here are five sessions that focus on equity in CS education: buff.ly/lzSLu8T

Green and blue square design with color a photo of Corban Tillemann-Dick smiling toward the viewer, featuring the logo for the ncwit.org | Higher Ed Alliance and text: "2025 NCWIT Summit; Alliance Meeting | Keynote Speaker, Corban Tillemann-Dick; Founder and CEO of Maybell Quantum, Chair of Elevate Quantum | Join the webinar; May 21st | 12-12 pm MT”

Green and blue graphic with circular accents, the ncwit.org | Higher Ed Alliance logo, and text: "2025 NCWIT Summit; Alliance Meeting | Discussing The Quantum Technology Revolution with Elevate Quantum | Join the webinar; May 21st | 12-2 pm MT”

Join the NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance the day after the 2025 #NCWITsummit for a keynote with Corban Tillemann-Dick: bit.ly/NCWITSummitAllianceMeeting

⚛️ Previously, he led quantum computing efforts at Boston Consulting Group with a background in mechanical engineering and economics

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Bright design with green, yellow, and blue watercolors in the corners of the graphic featuring the ncwit.org | Aspirations in Computing logo below a green dashed semicircle and text: “2025 AiC National Educator Award Winner | Dr. Ajayi Anwansedo.”

Bright design with green, yellow, and blue watercolors in the corners of the graphic featuring the ncwit.org | Aspirations in Computing logo below a green dashed semicircle and text: “2025 AiC National Educator Award Winner | Dr. Tracy Nguyen.”

Bright design with green, yellow, and blue watercolors in the corners of the graphic featuring the ncwit.org | Aspirations in Computing logo below a green dashed semicircle and text: “2025 AiC National Educator Award Winner | Dr. Chinma Uche.”

NCWIT is proud to announce the 2025 NCWIT Aspirations in Computing National Educator Award recipients:

🏆 Dr. Ajayi Anwansedo

🏆 Dr. Tracy Nguyen

🏆 Dr. Chinma Uche

Congratulations!

Meet these changemakers here: aspirations.org/news/award-programs/ncwit-selects-2025-aic-educator-award-recipients

There is still space available for this summers CS summer of fun. Topics include: #csa, #csp, #cybersecurity and much more. Code.org facilitators and cyber.org will run sessions on curriculum pathways sign up today

Our CSTANH meeting with cyber.org starts in just a few minutes

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Meeting ID: 890 2444 7195

Passcode: 020577

Hope to see you there

Computer science and artificial intelligence curriculum for K-12 Schools Code.org provides free computer science and AI curriculum, plus professional development to support any teacher—no coding experience needed!

I use Code.org Games & Animation unit, CMU Academy, Mobile CSP curriculum, Cyber.org, and Project STEM Python Curriculum.