UTeach Computer Science

📣 School and District administrators: Join us this Thursday for a webinar to explore #AI in a way that’s practical, approachable, and immediately useful.

Register now: https://bit.ly/ai-oct25

“Purple and blue colorful design with a black-and-white image of a #AiCcommunity member with wavy hair and long eyelashes smiling toward the viewer at the bottom, the full color ncwit.org | Aspirations in Computing High School Award logo, and text: "You’re so Close! Finish your application, review, and hit submit to seize your opportunity to be recognized in tech | Apply today → aspirations.org/AiCAward”

💭 Weekend plans? Apply for the #NCWITAiC High School Award: aspirations.org/AiCHSAward

Eligible 9th-12th graders: Whether you're just beginning your app or making final edits, there's still plenty of time to submit your computing aspirations before October 28th ⏰

Searching for tips to help your students succeed on the #APCSP Create Task?

Join our free mini-PD this Saturday for actionable tips, effective strategies, & AI guidance you can use right away.

⏳ Last year’s seats went fast, so grab yours today: https://bit.ly/csp-oct25

2026 CSTA Annual Conference. Proposal Office Hours, Oct. 16, 2025. 6–9 p.m. CT.

Considering presenting at #CSTA2026? Get personalized support for your conference proposal! We'll cover proposal requirements and connect you with experienced CS presenters for feedback in small breakouts. Drop in as your schedule allows. Everyone's welcome!
buff.ly/iL11e4e

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,…

The @aspirations.org High School Award honors 9th-12th grade students in technology for their computing-related achievements and interests, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Applications are open and the deadline is October 28! Learn more: www.aspirations.org/award-progra... #NCWITAIC

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!

Need a refresher on how to prepare students for the Create Performance Task?

Join our free mini-PD on October 25, available to all #APCSP teachers, regardless of which curriculum you use!

⏰ Spots filled up quickly last year, so register ASAP: https://bit.ly/csp-oct25

October Events from CSTA. Nuestras Voces in Computing in the Age of AI, Oct. 7, 6–7 p.m. CT. CSHS Officer Meet Up, Oct. 8, 5–6 p.m. or 7–8 p.m. CT. CSTA 2026 Proposal Office Hours, Oct. 16, 6–9 p.m. CT. CSTA 2026 Proposal office hours, Oct. 25, 10:30 a.m. to Noon CT.

Welcome to October! Join us for a virtual event at csteachers.org/events

Newsletter Highlights:
📆 Free Mini-PD for #APCSP Create Task
▶️ Built-in defenses against cheating
🏆 Awards & competitions for CS/Cyber students
⏰ Upcoming deadlines for AP & @csteachersorg.bsky.social conference proposals

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: mailchi.mp/uteachcs/oct...

2026 CSTA Annual Conference. Proposal Office Hours. Sept. 06, 2025. 10:30 a.m. to noon CT.

Considering presenting at #CSTA2026? Get personalized support for your conference proposal! We'll cover proposal requirements and connect you with experienced CS presenters for feedback in small breakouts. Drop in as your schedule allows. Everyone's welcome! buff.ly/sChm7LR

Newsletter Highlights:
🗝️ Turnkey resources for #APCSP, #APCSA, & #Cybersecurity
▶️ Speed grading in @CodioHQ
📆 Upcoming deadlines for AP & CSTA
🏆 Awards & competitions for CS/Cyber students

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: mailchi.mp/uteachcs/sep...

2026 CSTA annual conference. Call for proposals. Submit by October 26, 2025.

The call for #CSTA2026 proposals is officially open! Our presenters are what make the CSTA conference so incredible. Learn more and submit a proposal: buff.ly/jbFVlXz

Newsletter Highlights:
🗝️ Get turnkey resources for #APCSP, #APCSA, & #Cybersecurity
▶️ Teacher support video on UI updates
💰 Texas funding extended to 2026
⏰ Apply by 8/8 for CSTA Fellowship
👩🏽‍💻 CS Role Model Posters

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: mailchi.mp/uteachcs/aug...

Are you ready for the new #APCSA course framework?

Stop by Aisle 100 before 12pm today at #CSTA2025 to access sample lessons from our updated curriculum where students “travel through space” applying their coding skills to tackle hands-on, interplanetary missions 🚀
cs.uteach.utexas.edu/csa

Interested in earning digital badges for your CS instructional skills?

Stop by Aisle 100 at #CSTA to learn how K-12 educators can earn free #MicroCredentials for job-embedded skills like Rubber Duck Debugging & Pair Programming!
cs.uteach.utexas.edu/micro-creden...
@digitalpromise.bsky.social

Agenda at a Glance Thursday, July 10 Registration Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Exhibit Hall Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Breakout Session 9–10 a.m. Breakout Session 10:30–11:30 a.m. Lunch & Networking 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Keynote 1–2 p.m. Poster Presentations 2–3:30 p.m. Breakout Session 2:30–3:30 p.m. Breakout Session 4–5 p.m. After Hours 7–11 p.m.

Another day of building community and learning at #CSTA2025 (this time with an epic party at the end 😎🎸)

Want to see why teachers love our curriculum & support?

Stop by aisle 100 at #CSTA2025 to see our project-based curriculum for yourself!
#APCSP #APCSA #Cybersecurity

cs.uteach.utexas.edu/why

Standing room only for our session at #CSTA2025 on the #APCSP Create Task!

Stop by our booth in Aisle 100 if you missed it or want to see more resources, engaging lesson plans, & hands-on projects
#APCSP #APCSA #Cybersecurity
cs.uteach.utexas.edu/contact

Attention #APCSP teachers at #CSTA2025:

Join us for a deep dive on the Create Performance Task today at 4pm ⏰

Attendees will get exclusive access to our resources, best practices for proper use of AI, & tips to help your students succeed!

Fantastic first day of #CSTA2025!

Stop by aisle 100 tomorrow to pick up #RubberDuckDebugging and #Cybersecurity swag, explore our #ProjectBased curricula hosted on #Codio, or learn how to earn free CS #MicroCredentials on @digitalpromise.bsky.social

Newsletter Highlights:
⏰ Start self-paced PD today!
▶️ New curriculum trailer
🆕 Refreshed Codio UI
💰 Full funding for Texas teachers
📆 Join 7/ 17 webinar to explore #APCSP, #APCSA, & #Cybersecurity lessons

View or subscribe to our monthly newsletter: mailchi.mp/uteachcs/jul...

⏰ Join us today (4pm ET / 3pm CT / 1 pm PT) to explore engaging, hands-on lesson plans for #APCSP, #APCSA, & #Cybersecurity!

Discover fun interplanetary missions, fictional cyber attacks, open-ended projects, & comprehensive teacher support.

Register now: bit.ly/cs-june25

The 2025 AP Computer Science A (Java) Exam scores:
5: 25%; 4: 22%; 3: 20%; 2: 10%; 1: 23%.

AP Computer Science A MCQs: strong performance on primitive types, Boolean expressions, and if statements (units 1 & 3); 44% of students earned 7-8 of these 8 points.

📆 Register for our June 18 webinar to explore engaging resources for #APCSP, #APCSA, & #Cybersecurity.

Discover “interplanetary missions” & projects where students stop a fictional cyber attack to save the world!

When: 6/18 at 4pm ET / 1 pm PT
Register: bit.ly/cs-june25

Newsletter Highlights:
▶️ New trailer for our updated AP CSA curriculum
📆 Join the June 18 webinar to explore #APCSP, #APCSA, & #Cybersecurity lessons
⏰ Register for summer self-paced PD today!
💰 Full funding for Texas teachers

View or subscribe to our monthly newsletter: mailchi.mp/uteachcs/jun...

👀 Looking for #CS curriculum that's enjoyable for students & easy on teachers (even if they don't have CS experience)?

Discover why teachers & administrators choose our #Cybersecurity, #APCSP, & #APCSA curriculum to boost student outcomes!

Get details at bit.ly/cs-sample

🌟 A huge thank you to all the CS educators who go beyond teaching code—they nurture resilience & problem-solving skills, equipping students to take on ANY challenge!

Explore the benefits of #ProjectBased CS curriculum: cs.uteach.utexas.edu/curriculum
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #CSforALL

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

Thank You, CS Teachers! Thank you, CS teachers, for inspiring your students! We cannot thank you enough for your dedication to your students and computer science education. Watch th...

We’re celebrating #TeacherApprecationWeek with a #ThrowbackThursday! For #CSEdWeek 2021, we made a special thank you message to celebrate CS teachers. Watch it now: buff.ly/XyBIzNa

#WeHearYou #ThankATeacher

🌟 Celebrating this incredible teacher and ALL our CS educators across the country who ignite a passion for #ComputerScience, guiding students toward college, innovation, and a tech-driven future!

#TeacherAppreciationWeek #CSforALL #APCSP #APCSA #Cybersecurity