Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 18h

The October 16 NSF Focus on Media and Wide-Reaching Projects webinar provides an overview of the new NSF STEM K12 program with an emphasis on media and research concepts focused on public engagement.

Register: buff.ly/zHIXgAo

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 1d

The National Institute of Standards and Technology's Cybersecurity Career Week (October 20-25) promotes the discovery of cybersecurity careers and shares resources to broaden learning pathways. Building the workforce enhances security and promotes economic prosperity!

Learn more: buff.ly/OE0TpJl

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 2d

The Texas Science & Natural History Museum offers free field trips for Title I schools! Each student attending an approved Title I field trip will also receive a printed museum journal and pencil to guide their exploration.

Learn more: buff.ly/VBQlDyD

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 3d

Join us October 6 for "Mind Games: Neurocrime in the Digital Age" and explore the evolving risks and security challenges associated with neurotechnology and neural interfaces as cybercriminals increasingly target cognitive systems.

Register: buff.ly/51hypdc

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 3d

The rise of generative AI in K-12 education could mean that educators need to rethink their assignments and assessments, according to Allen Antoine, TACC's director of computer science education strategy. — via Education Week

Read: buff.ly/KcceoOM

1 1

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 6d

Early bird registration for the 2025 NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference closes October 10. Secure your spot at the lowest price and join cybersecurity education colleagues in building the pipeline to cybersecurity careers for students!

Register: buff.ly/MRns8ct

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 7d

@aspirations.org Aspirations in Computing Award applications are open! These awards have a proven record of increasing confidence, persistence, and belonging in technology fields for students. Apply today!

Grade 9-12 students: buff.ly/RAOp9wA
College: buff.ly/ARuoGBk

1 1

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 8d

As a Presidential AI Challenge mentor, you can shape the next generation of American innovators. Mentors provide invaluable support to teams in the Challenge. Interested? Contact Robert O’Connor of ESC Region 16 at [email protected].

Learn more: www.ai.gov

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 9d

On October 6, the "Mind Games: Neurocrime in the Digital Age" webinar explores the evolving risks and security challenges associated with neurotechnology and neural interfaces as cybercriminals increasingly target cognitive systems.

Register: buff.ly/51hypdc

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 9d

The Texas SAGE CS Teacher-Mentor Pilot aims to support educators new to teaching CS or wanting support in teaching a new CS subject. Learn more at our informational webinar, set for September 30 at 6 p.m.

Learn more: buff.ly/UxVpISG
Webinar: buff.ly/IatmLlX

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 10d

Mark your calendars and join us October 1 for ECEP Connect! This virtual event brings together leaders and change-makers working to expand access and opportunity in computing for all students.

Request your invitation to join ECEP Connect: bit.ly/4mdCddL

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 13d

The H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards honor outstanding public school professionals and thank them for their dedication and commitment. Award categories include teachers, counselors, and more! Nominate a deserving recipient by September 30.

Apply: buff.ly/0H5LeZ4

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 13d

🚨FAMILY FUN🚨

The ESC Region 20 Community Code Jam is September 27. Code Jams are free, hands-on events bringing together kids, adults, and programmers to learn, explore, and grow with code. Explore coding, cybersecurity, and digital safety!

Register: buff.ly/THQnBom

1

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 14d

WeTeach_CS is seeking partners to lead workshops aligned to the Microsoft Farm Beats curriculum as part of our Rural Opportunities in Computer Science (ROCS) initiative. Learn more at our September 26 webinar!

Learn more: buff.ly/9bL6N92
Webinar: buff.ly/z6zG4zO

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 15d

Texas Linux Fest is the first state-wide annual community-run conference for Linux and open source software users and enthusiasts. Whether you are an experienced Linux user or are simply curious, Texas Linux Fest offers something for you.

Learn more: buff.ly/d2RqKVp

1

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 16d

New content is added to learn.java regularly! Java 25 launched September 16. Learn more in the upcoming webinar: “What’s new with Java 25?” set for September 24 at 2 p.m.

Register: buff.ly/oyNHAvW

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 17d

🚨TEACHER OPPORTUNITY🚨

The Knowles Teacher Initiative Fellows Program supports math and science teachers in their efforts to develop teaching expertise and lead from the classroom. Interested? Join a September 23 Q&A!

Learn more: buff.ly/lpuOrF7
Q&A: buff.ly/l4jhDbs

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 20d

The EPIC team at TACC is recruiting educators and program leaders to provide feedback and insights to inform the development and improvement of data tools. Interested? Complete this poll and help lead CS education trends in Texas!

Poll: buff.ly/wMVGtcg

1

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 20d

Vendor, session proposals are open for the National Rural Virtual Conference presented by the Mountains & Plains CSTA Chapters 2025. Witness the latest trends in CS education. Apply by September 20.

Sessions: buff.ly/wGafBhi
Vendors: buff.ly/3REnlLX

1

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 21d

Data shapes nearly every aspect of our lives. The K-12 Data Literacy and Data Science Learning Progressions are designed to provide a flexible framework to help education leaders bring data into the K-12 classroom in meaningful ways.

Learn more: buff.ly/jF8w4EG

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 22d

WeTeach_CS is seeking partners to lead workshops aligned to the Microsoft Farm Beats curriculum as part of our Rural Opportunities in Computer Science (ROCS) initiative. Learn more at our September 26 webinar!

Learn more: buff.ly/9bL6N92
Webinar: buff.ly/z6zG4zO

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 23d

A new guidebook from MIT's Teaching Systems Lab and the Institute for Advancing Computing Education is designed to support teachers and other school leaders as they determine what #artificialintelligence policies or guidelines to craft.

Learn more: buff.ly/LrijtZo

1

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 24d

Want to learn about ethical and social impacts of AI in computing education? Sign up for ACM Education's webinar! Set for September 16 at 2 p.m., this webinar will focus on case studies and offer perspectives from a globally diverse panel.

Register: buff.ly/lbSxXQj

1

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 24d

Explore how your organization can empower people worldwide to understand and shape AI through the global Hour of AI movement. Discover ways to boost your impact and visibility in the AI education space.

Learn more: buff.ly/4kLikgk

weteachcs.bsky.social @weteachcs.bsky.social · 27d

Do you know a budding engineer in your home or classroom? Mark your calendars for the STEM Outreach Social! Set for September 15, there will be fun, hands-on activities, and students can speak with engineers about how they got started.

Learn more: buff.ly/y5FJ8wM