CSTA 2021

We're looking for presenters and reviewers for the CSTA 2021 Annual Conference!

Adapt Your Teaching During COVID-19

We’ve put together this list of resources to provide you with information to help inform your teaching during COVID-19 — no matter what teaching environment you are in.

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You're Not Alone

Become a part of a community by and for teachers and unlock access to the tools and resources to help take your teaching practice to the next level. At CSTA, we’re in this together.

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CS is Foundational

The CSTA standards outline the computer science content and practices that every student should learn over their K-12 experience.

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Established in 2016
As an affiliate member of the Computer Science Teachers Association, the Maine Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA Maine) was formed to help provide teachers and school faculty members valuable resources and connections.

Free Virtual PD Workshop

For New Computer Science Teachers in Maine!

Calling all new Maine CS teachers! Join our free 2-hour virtual PD workshop led by CodeHS Teacher Trainer, Sean Wasson!

Member Spotlight : Sean Wasson (CSTA ME President)

Sean Wasson graduated from the University of Maine with a bachelor's degree in Political Science and a M. Ed. in “Instructional Technology”. He currently spends his days teaching at Lyman Moore Middle School, all while being a code.org facilitator. He lives in the greater Portland area with his wife Kelly, and their children. Sean is involved in anything Computer Science related in New England, between working with the Maine’s Department of Education to help write CS standards, to networking his way through any conference hall he can find, Sean is a true champion of CS here in Maine.

ACM Cutler-Bell Prize in HS Computing

Applications are open now for the ACM Culter-Bell Prize in High School Computing. Encourage your seniors to submit a project for a chance at a $10,000 scholarship

Online Family Code Nights

Ready to "host" a Family Code Night? It's easier than ever this year! And two new times added during CSEd Week to accommodate families: 6pm EST on12/7 and 12/9

CS Ed Week 2020

Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek) is an annual call to action to inspire K-12 students to learn computer science, advocate for equity in computer science education, and celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners to the field. This week is held in recognition of the birthday of Admiral Grace Murray Hopper (December 9, 1906), who invented the first compiler and coined the term “bug” (an error in a program) after removing an actual moth from a computer in 1947. Celebrations and activities begin 12/7 this year! Keep reading for more details on how to engage your school or classroom in this year's theme: #CSforSocialJustice

The Thomas Cup

Each year, Thomas College hosts a FREE competition where high school students participate in several STEM challenges (coding, robotics, CSI, eSports, etc.). Based on feedback from educators, this year there are five free virtual challenges to choose from. Help your high school team register today and compete for up to $10,000 worth of scholarships!

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