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Scottish Teachers Advancing Computing Science
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A teacher-led initiative working with the Computing Science teaching community to help advance Computing Science in Scotland.
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📢A new initiative, in partnership with STACS & others, is gathering evidence on CS in Scotland focusing on key areas, starting with recruitment & retention.
Have your say www.stacs.scot/yourvoicemat... or join conversation on connected.stacs.scot
#ByTeachersForTeachers
CS Series - Update
The Scottish Government has led a series of meetings on the CS in schools, with STACS & other key stakeholders. A huge thank you to the teachers who shared their experiences. More detailed update on connected.stacs.scot
February 4, 2026 at 12:47 PM
💙 A great opportunity for pupils!
See It, Be It - Spotlight on Female Cyber Security Leaders is a free online event showcasing women in cyber security, real career pathways & practical insights.
📆 24 Feb
👉 cyberfraudcentre.com/events/spotl...

More opportunities connected.stacs.scot
January 30, 2026 at 2:28 PM
Another busy day promoting CS to amazing talented HNC/D students at West College Scotland.

Great to be working with @aberdeenuni John Duff sign posting the direct route from HND pupils.

#TeachComputingScience
January 22, 2026 at 2:18 PM
A fantastic day promoting CS to incredibly talented HNC/D students at @WestLoCollege!

Great to be working with @aberdeenuni John Duff sign posting the direct route from HND pupils.

#TeachComputingScience
January 21, 2026 at 1:39 PM
🚨 Your Voice Matters! Next focus: Subject Attractiveness!

How can we make CS a subject more pupils pick? What successful strategies have you used to boost engagement? What barriers stop pupils from choosing CS? Comment, email, DM, or feedback here: stacs.scot/yourvoicemat...
January 12, 2026 at 12:47 PM
🚨Full time permanent Computing Science teacher post at Aberdeen Grammar School, Aberdeen City Council.

Closing date 4th Feb 2026. Apply at lnkd.in/eSYMhwVC
January 12, 2026 at 11:34 AM
🚨Full time permanent Computing Science teacher post at Northfield Academy, Aberdeen City Council. Closing date 25th Jan 2026. Apply at myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/abe...
January 12, 2026 at 11:34 AM
🚨Full time permanent Computing Science teacher post at Inverkeithing High School, Fife.

Closing date 25th Jan 2026. Apply at myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/fif...
January 12, 2026 at 11:28 AM
At #STACSConnected, we’re proud to see members sharing resources to support fellow CS teachers.

Huge thanks to Andrew Hay for contributing a new collection of HTML files.Engaging resources to encourage retrieval practice. Access via connected.stacs.scot #ByTeacherForTeachers
January 12, 2026 at 11:17 AM
📍 Edinburgh Schools! 🗓️ 22 Jan 2026 🛠️ Hands-on Tech Experience 🎓 For ages 14-18 🏆 Award-winning initiative by @RoyalLondon

Don’t miss out on this STEM Day! Contact Anna.Doyle@glasgow.ac.uk if interested.

More opportunities on connected.stacs.scot
January 12, 2026 at 10:49 AM
Great to have you!
I had a great day at the @stacshq.bsky.social conference in Stirling on Saturday. Lots of interesting talks, workshops and discussion on all things Computing Science in Scotland.
January 12, 2026 at 10:48 AM
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Busy day checking, sorting, and testing our fleet of #Codeapillars from @SACTechDigital #DigitalLendingLibrary

Love these codeable caterpillars, such a great next step from #Unplugged activities to learn about coding, sequences, algorithms & loops @stacshq.bsky.social
January 5, 2026 at 7:57 PM
Huge thank you to all incredible teachers delivering CS from early years to AH for coming along the conference. Amazing turn out, hope you enjoyed the goodies, the sessions & sparked new ideas & connections. Stay connected on connected.stacs.scot join over 340 fellow teachers
November 29, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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The team were at @stacshq.bsky.social conference today highlighting the #CyberFirst courses and resources to Computing Science and Primary teachers in Stirling University
@digilearnscot.bsky.social
November 29, 2025 at 3:40 PM
It is all go! Teachers delivering CS in Scotland out in force on a Saturday attending STACS conference! Amazing range of speakers and sessions on offer from early years to AH!!
#ByTeachersForTeachers
November 29, 2025 at 11:52 AM
🚨Now just over 340 teachers on #stacsconnected community hub for Primary & Secondary teachers delivering CS! A closed space to connect, share ideas, get support & collaborate. Teachers helping teachers. Join the conversation at connected.stacs.scot #ByTeachersForTeachers
November 29, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Now on to the keynote talk by the amazing Dr Watts talking about AI, impact & integrity.

#ByTeachersForTeachers
November 29, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Now hearing from the wonderful Amanda ✨️ talking about importance of play with our littlest learners! She has a brilliant talk lined up with the amazing @BBC Wonder Blocks!!!

Continue the conversation on connected.stacs.scot
#ByTeachersForTeachers
November 29, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Now onto hearing from the amazing Mr Neil! Talking about problem solving and using real life examples.

STACS Resources available FREE integrate real life examples throughout.

Mr Neil mentioned Kaggle as a useful tool. connected.stacs.scot has a list of other great tools.
November 29, 2025 at 9:53 AM
A great insight from Ryan and his journey starting with STACS. Starting from PGDE event at JPMorgan, supporting existing CS teachers & recruiting new CS teachers & importance of STACS support for CS from Early Years upwards on a national level.

connected.stacs.scot
November 29, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Kicking off hearing from the brilliant Maggie one of our STACS tutors. Talking of highly valuable professional development on offer by STACS, connecting & network of CS teachers.

#ByTeachersForTeachers
Continue conversation on connected.stacs.scot
November 29, 2025 at 9:45 AM
And we are off!! A packed lecture theatre this morning at STACS conference at @StirUni

#ByTeachersForTeachers
Continue the conversation on connected.stacs.scot
November 29, 2025 at 9:40 AM
🚨Now over 85% of tickets gone! Still time to get your ticket! 📢FREE STACS Computing Science specific conference for Early years, Primary and Secondary teachers.

29th Nov 2025 at @StirUni
Tickets here
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stacs-annu...

#ByTeachersForTeachers
November 26, 2025 at 2:18 PM
🚨Now over 55% of tickets gone so far! 📢FREE STACS Computing Science specific conference for Early years, Primary and Secondary teachers.

29th Nov 2025 at @StirUni

Sign up here
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stacs-annu...

#ByTeachersForTeachers
November 17, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Ready for a fresh, fun approach to SQA NQ assessment prep? Join the STACS Assessment Team for the LIVE gameshow - STACS of Questions! Get high-energy, practical, ready-to-use ideas for developing effective #ComputingScience assessments.

TICKETS: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stacs-annu...
November 16, 2025 at 12:36 PM