WeTeach_CS is partnering with curriculum and professional development providers with extensive experience to lead virtual, hybrid, and/or in-person workshops for Texas teachers in the Spring 2025 and Summer 2025 to advance their knowledge, pedagogy, and skills in computational thinking, computer science, cybersecurity, and adjacent topics. All trainings are provided at no cost to educators or districts, are a minimum of four days, aligned to TEKS for the appropriate subject area, and provide stipends, travel, and/or materials/resources trained on for classroom use in the 2025-2026 school year.
Accepted participants should bring their laptop and charger. Please see individual registration pages for additional information.
Join the App Inventor Foundation’s AI & Data Science Workshop for Texas Educators! Texas 6-12 educators are invited to a four-day, hands-on workshop from July 21-24, hosted by the App Inventor Foundation. Dive into free, standards-based AI and data-science curricula designed with a human-centered, ethics-first approach aligned to the UNESCO AI Competency Frameworks using MIT App Inventor — the free and open-source mobile app development platform.
Presented by: App Inventor Foundation Contact: David Petty
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Join us while we explore everything from simple circuitry on paper to using the Micro:Bit and LEGO to code and create your own Bit Board Rover. This hands-on workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills to take coding and robotics to the next level.
Presented by: Brown Dog Gadgets Contact: Amanda Etim
This in-person workshop at TAMIU has reached capacity, but if you are interested in bringing PD to your 3rd, 4th, and/or 5th grade teachers please complete the form below and we will get back to you very soon!
CS+Elementary wants to come to your region or district to work with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade teachers (with no prior coding experience) to teach our CS+Elementary units. Teachers will experience model lessons as students, reflect on how our "TIPP&SEE" code reading strategy complements their teaching of reading in their classrooms, practice our embedded ELD supports (in each lesson), create Google Classroom (or other LMS) materials to use with students, and have the opportunity to model teach and get feedback. Teachers are supported beyond the 4-day in-person PD on your site by 24/7 "Teacher Help Forms" and on-demand zoom consultations.
Presented by: CS+ Elementary @ UC San Diego Contact: Beth Simon
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CSTA's CSforEL professional development program has been designed by CS teachers for CS teachers with the belief that we are ALL language teachers. This 4 day workshop explores how CS teachers can support both language and content knowledge with a variety of inclusive teaching strategies. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in demo lessons to better understand the purpose and logistics of each strategy. Then, participants will collaborative plan real CS lessons and receive feedback in a way that is supportive and engaging.
Presented by: CSTA Contact: Devon Marano
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Join us for a hands-on, engaging four-day experience that will equip K-5 educators with the skills to teach coding, computational thinking, and technology concepts using the Ellipsis Tech Apps curriculum. Participating educators will receive access to the full Ellipsis curriculum, along with practical tools, effective strategies for integrating technology, and a personalized plan to confidently bring computer science into your classroom.
Presented by: Ellipsis Education Contact: Jennifer Golding
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey into computer science education? Join us for an enriching professional development experience designed to equip you with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to confidently teach computer science. Through engaging lessons in Python coding, interactive projects with the CodeX device and CodeAIR drone, and a deep dive into key computer science concepts, you'll gain practical experience that directly translates to the classroom. Whether you're new to coding or looking to enhance your teaching, this PD will empower you to inspire the next generation of problem solvers and innovators. This training covers three key aspects: CodeX Missions 1-10, CodeAIR Missions 1-6, and a review of TExES Computer Science Certification Test Domains II and III Competencies.
Presented by: Firia Labs Contact: Jill Jones
Iconic Drone Education's 4-day, 3-night teacher training is a fully immersive professional development experience designed to prepare educators to lead Iconic Drone Education programs with confidence and impact. Whether you're launching a brand-new program or enhancing an existing one, this hands-on training equips teachers with the technical skills, curriculum knowledge, and classroom management strategies needed to successfully integrate drone technology into CTE, STEM, or enrichment pathways.
Presented by: Iconic Drone Education Contact: Josh Beatty
Blend art, computer science, and project-based learning in this hands-on virtual PD designed for grades 3-8 educators—no Python experience needed. Participants will gain foundational coding skills and learn how to integrate AI, foster inclusive classrooms, and bring computer science into any subject area using imagi’s creative tools and standards-aligned curriculum.
Presented by: imagi Education, Inc. Contact: Dora Palfi
K-8 Teachers from Title 1 and Special Populations will learn how to code with Kai's Education Kaibot. From Screen-Free to Online Coding with Cross-Curricular Lessons, teachers will complete four days of workshops. At the end they will receive a free Kaibot kit with extension tiles, curriculum and an $80 per day stipend. Free breakfast and lunch is provided at the workshops.
Presented by: Kai's Education Contact: Bonnie Blan
In this free Professional Learning Series, Texas educators will learn how to introduce computer science knowledge, skills, and practices through the lens of hands-on, joyful learning. Upon completion, participants will receive complimentary LEGO® Education solutions to use in their classrooms.
Presented by: LEGO Education Contact: Lauren Russell
The 2025 OnRamps Summer Professional Learning Institute (PLI) is a robust research-based professional development experience designed to equip OnRamps Computer Science Instructors with the tools, content knowledge, and pedagogical strategies necessary for effective course implementation and student success. This comprehensive training is delivered in a virtual format through a combination of self-directed learning and live, synchronous sessions that provide 60 hours total of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours. Synchronous sessions include interactive engagement, peer collaboration, and support from OnRamps staff and faculty to ensure readiness for classroom implementation.
*Prerequisite: A Texas teaching certification and a minimum of one year teaching experience in a related subject is required to be eligible to implement OnRamps Computer Science.
Presented by: OnRamps - The University of Texas at Austin Contact: Alyssa Vallecorsa
Discover how to equip your students for success with free, high-quality courses and resources aligned with the Python PCEP and C++ CPA certifications—recognized Industry-Based Certifications within the Statewide Program of Study: Programming and Software Development in the Information Technology Career Cluster. As an educator, you’ll receive free access to practice tests and certification exams, making it easier than ever to prepare your students for in-demand tech careers.
Presented by: Open Education and Development Group, LLC Contact: Roobed Trejo
Join us for the WeTeach_CS Summer Workshop, where friEdTech’s rockstar trainers will lead hands-on, high-energy sessions using Play Piper kits to bring coding and computational thinking to life. Oh, and did we mention there is a $300 stipend for your time?! This interactive experience blends real-world projects with TEKS-aligned strategies and includes ongoing support through friEdOnline’s self-paced modules.
Presented by: Play Piper Contact: Chris Bouman
Engagement 1: June 2-5, 2025 In-Person: June 2-4, 2025 (ESC2, Corpus Christi, TX) Virtual: June 5, 2025
Engagement 2: June 23-26, 2025 In-Person: June 23-25, 2025 (West Texas Training Center, San Angelo, TX) Virtual: June 26, 2025
Engagement 3: July 7-10, 2025 In-Person: July 7-9, 2025 (Lakeside Center, Beaumont, TX) Virtual: July 10, 2025
The 2025 Texas Computer Science Elementary Workshop will equip educators with practical strategies for teaching coding and robotics using Blue-Bot®, Luma®, and Micro:bit. Participants will gain hands-on experience with these tools while exploring ways to integrate computer science concepts into their classrooms effectively.
Presented by: Pitsco Education Contact: Joe Olivieri
Pitsco Education is pleased to offer a hybrid middle school computer science workshop for Texas educators. Bring computer science to life in your classroom through hands-on exploration with Micro:bit, Seeker™️, and Arduino.
Pitsco Education is pleased to offer a hybrid high school computer science workshop for Texas educators. Bring computer science to life in your classroom through hands-on exploration with TETRIX® and Arduino.
The Art + Code program is an immersive professional learning experience designed to empower arts educators to integrate fundamental computer science skills into their K-12 art classrooms. Over the course of this program, participants will explore a diverse curriculum that bridges code and art, predominantly using p5.js.
Presented by: Processing Foundation Contact: Roxana Hadad
Join us for a five-day immersive workshop designed to help teachers confidently teach computational thinking and coding using both block-based and text-based tools. This hands-on training aligns with TEKS standards and blends engaging projects, problem-solving strategies, and digital citizenship to support effective classroom implementation.
Presented by: Qubits Learning Contact: Norfina Joves
CSNow trains teachers in the use of free computer science tools to teach CS in Grades 3 through 7. We provide hands-on experience and help teachers connect subject matter, TEKS, and the objectives of their school.
Presented by: SAMSAT Contact: Cliff Zintgraff
Over a week and a half, meeting daily over Zoom for 3.5 hours, participants will learn about how math, science and data science all connect and relate to each other. Instead of diving into the deep end of computer science, we will focus on data collection activities with smartphones and other sensors and how students can analyze the collected data in a spreadsheet program. These activities can be used in math or science classrooms, or they can be combined to make a stand alone “data science” course. We also include a gentle introduction to JavaScript with p5.js, and we demonstrate how JavaScript programs can be a great tool for solving science and math problems. Our activities are all free and open source, and they are available on the STEMcoding Youtube channel (http://youtube.com/STEMcoding). Our activities are aligned to various math, science and computer science TEKS standards, and we include Excel versions of all our spreadsheet activities which are aligned to Microsoft's Excel industry certification.
Presented by: STEMcoding Contact: Chris Orban
This comprehensive training equips educators to guide their students to tackle real-world problems by designing tech solutions. This 4-day in person workshop will provide hands-on collaborative experiences where educators will:
Upon completion, educators will receive a $200 stipend as well as a certificate for 28 Texas CPE credit hours.
Please note: Technovation’s curriculum and program is aligned with the TEKS Computational Thinking Elementary and Middle School Standards.
Presented by: Technovation Contact: Abbey Mae Pitcher
Over four transformative days, educators will experience a fresh perspective in this dynamic, hands-on training designed to reignite purpose, sharpen practice, and build community. It’s all about you—reflecting, refining, and recharging your passion for the classroom.
Packed with practical tools, collaborative fun, and just enough caffeine, this isn’t your average PD. It’s a professional glow-up. Come for the strategies, stay for the inspiration. Day one, participants will construct a pre-made jukebox with push buttons that they will cod using Scratch software. Building on day 1, participants on Day 2 will fabricate a pin-ball machine that has a template core, but all the parts are moveable and codable. For day 3, it’s tackling the unknown - using block coding to enhance a 9m long derby track - what will you code it to do? On the final day, it’s free explore - taking your hobbies and interests and combining them with fab & building to design a unique lesson for your students.
Presented by: Wheatcraft Project Contact: Jeff Wheatcraft
Texas middle school teachers from all backgrounds will get hands-on with activities like crafting fun algorithms through interactive games, exploring cybersecurity basics with engaging projects, coding with Python and Scratch, and navigating robots through thrilling challenges. Discover innovative teaching models and AI integration to transform your classroom into a hub of creativity and critical thinking, facilitated by the UTeach CS team at the University of Texas at Austin!
Presented by: UTeach Computer Science Contact: Jason Slabodsky
sroehl@tacc.utexas.edu
