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The home of the Ohio chapter of the Computer Science Teachers Association. Announcements, opportunities, and more! Upcoming events: #CSTACleveland 7/8 - 7/11
CSEdWeek
CSEdWeek is coming up December 8th - 14th! There is a Sneak Peak event hosted by CSTA - register here. You can also register for the CSEdWeek official kickoff event!
November 20, 2025 at 8:01 PM
On February 24th for the 2026 Cleveland CS Summit at the Midtown Collaboration Center, from 1-7pm. Sessions repeat from 1-4pm and 4-7pm, allowing attendees to choose their preferred time. Presenters can propose 7-minute talks, 30-minute sessions, or 60-minute workshops. Registration: buff.ly/8XDJadk
2026 Cleveland CS Summit: Vendor Registration
Register today to be a vendor / exhibitor at the 2nd Cleveland CS Summit, co-sponsored by Hyland, CSTA Ohio, and the Center for Computing Education and Instruction at Cleveland State University.…
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November 20, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Join the Indigenous Educators Affinity Group on Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 6–7 p.m. CT to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. This session will feature stories and traditions from Indigenous communities and explore integrating Indigenous knowledge into CS education. All are welcome.
November 19, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Partner Organizations & Upcoming Events
Join SECO: buff.ly/MvmIvNK
SECO Symposium 1/26/26 - 1/27/26: buff.ly/qlDngTe
Pre-Service is free registration
2/10 - 2/12: OETC (Columbus, buff.ly/XAPyFIH)
2/24: CS Summit (Cleveland)
Science Education Council of Ohio - Join Us
Joint NSTA and SECO Membership (1 year) - $94.00 (USD) Subscription period: 1 year.  No automatically recurring payments. Please click here to join both NSTA and SECO for one…
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November 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Join us at the CSTA 2026 Annual Conference, set for July 13–15, 2026, in New Orleans! Together with 1,000 CS educators from across the globe, you'll enjoy more engaging connections and focused learning. Register now at our Super Early Bird price and save $300+!
November 18, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Join us for a sneak peek of Computer Science Education Week (Dec. 8–14), This year, we're focusing on how CS drives AI innovation. Attend our preview event on Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. ET to learn about activities and teacher involvement.
CSEdWeek: Sneak Peek - Computer Science Teachers Association
Please log in to your CSTA Account to register! Get a first look at this year’s CSEdWeek with an engaging overview of upcoming activities and ways teachers can get involved. Then, dive deeper in…
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November 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
CSEdWeek
CSEdWeek (buff.ly/5AV2p95 ) is coming up December 8th - 14th! There is a Sneak Peak event hosted by CSTA - register here (buff.ly/bSOZIUy ). You can also register (buff.ly/ZHGfHdM )for the CSEdWeek official kickoff event!
Home | CSEdWeek
CSEdWeek is an annual call to action to inspire K-12 students to learn computer science, advocate for equity, and celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners to the field.
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November 6, 2025 at 2:03 PM
TechCorps Hack
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TechCorps is hosting a Hackathon for 9th-12th grade students! Spots are limited, so students should register early! It’s free on November 8th in Mayfield Village and there are prizes for winners.
2025 TECH CORPS Hackathon Registration
TECHCORPShack This year, 400 high school students in Cleveland, Columbus, and Elyria will have the opportunity to compete in our seventh TECHCORPShack. The TECH CORPS Hackathon is a high-energy,…
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November 5, 2025 at 2:02 PM
The CS teacher waiver for 2025 - 2026 is now available. All teachers who are seeking the waiver or have received the waiver in the past and would like to continue to receive the waiver will need to apply. buff.ly/eYF3R5g
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November 4, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Partner Organizations & Upcoming Events
Join SECO: buff.ly/CKrUJXj
SECO Symposium 1/26/26 - 1/27/26: buff.ly/c68HcLV
Pre-Service is free registration
2/10 - 2/12: OETC (Columbus, buff.ly/QepRLDR)
2/24: CS Summit (Cleveland)
Science Education Council of Ohio - Join Us
Joint NSTA and SECO Membership (1 year) - $94.00 (USD) Subscription period: 1 year.  No automatically recurring payments. Please click here to join both NSTA and SECO for one…
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November 4, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Registration for CSTA 2026 is Now Open
Join us at the CSTA 2026 Annual Conference, set for July 13–15, 2026, in New Orleans! Don't miss your chance to connect with 1,00os of fellow CS educators, allies, and our CSTA partners. Register now at our Super Early Bird price buff.ly/rDSea3x
Home - CSTA 2026 Annual Conference
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November 3, 2025 at 5:01 PM
DoD STEM offers internships where students of all ages, educators, and professionals. gain practical experience, work with experts, and build career paths.Applications close December 5. Interns gain hands-on experience at over 150 DoD facilities, enhancing their early career development.
November 3, 2025 at 5:01 PM
10/21 Meetup
Join us on October 21st for a CSTA Ohio meetup focused on CS Ed Week (12/8 - 12/14/25): buff.ly/bW8AkER. We’ll be exploring a variety of resources that you can use in your classroom. You can register for the event here: buff.ly/gY28GMf and use this Zoom link to attend: buff.ly/7QJ6zTz.
Simple Registration - CSTA Ohio
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October 20, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Legislative Update

They will be considering SB 144 (Grade Band Bill) for all testimony (buff.ly/6dZaEqu ). This bill changes the grade banding for licensure to K-5, 4-9, and 7-12.

To submit your testimony please go to this link: buff.ly/9MGF8hG
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October 17, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Back for its third year, the Haunted Code Chronicles is a free Python mission pack in CodeSpace designed for all levels, from beginner to advanced. It’s the perfect way to spark a love for coding and add a thrilling challenge to programming education. Email kathy@firialabs.com for a free license.
October 17, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Hyland’s Midtown Coding Club - What: a FREE after-school coding club focused on fun
Where: MidTown Collaboration Center, Cleveland
Who: Students in grades 7-12, no experience required
When: Thursday evenings, Oct 9-Nov 13
How: Students can register online anytime
More info at buff.ly/J1rUTsd
Midtown Coding Club | Hyland
Hyland's Midtown Coding Club is a free-to-join initiative for students in the Cleveland area to play, learn, connect and tap into their passion for all things tech. Register now!
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October 17, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Legislative Update

They will be considering SB 144 (Grade Band Bill) for all testimony (buff.ly/6dZaEqu ). This bill changes the grade banding for licensure to K-5, 4-9, and 7-12.

To submit your testimony please go to this link: buff.ly/9MGF8hG
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October 16, 2025 at 6:02 PM
10/21 Meetup
Join us on October 21st for a CSTA Ohio meetup focused on CS Ed Week (12/8 - 12/14/25): buff.ly/bW8AkER. We’ll be exploring a variety of resources that you can use in your classroom. You can register for the event here: buff.ly/gY28GMf and use this Zoom link to attend: buff.ly/7QJ6zTz.
Simple Registration - CSTA Ohio
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October 16, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Upcoming Events:
10/23: INTERalliance Women in I.T. (Cincinnati, buff.ly/52YDGle)
10/23, 4p - 8p: Tri-State STEM Conference (Northern Kentucky, buff.ly/dSysoYn)
10/23 - 10/24: OCTM Conference (Dayton, buff.ly/d4a0SH8)
12/8 - 12/14: CS Ed Week (buff.ly/bW8AkER)
12/10: Ohio CS Advocacy Day (Columbus)
October 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Upcoming Events:
- 10/23: INTERalliance Women in I.T. (Cincinnati)
- 10/23, Tri-State STEM Conference (Northern Kentucky)
- 10/23 - 10/24: OCTM Conference (Dayton)
- 12/8 - 12/14: CS Ed Week
- 12/10: Ohio CS Advocacy Day (CBUS)
- 1/26 - 1/27: SECO Symposium (CBUS)
- 2/10 - 2/12: OETC (CBUS)
September 26, 2025 at 3:03 PM
CS teachers can apply for the 2025-2026 waiver starting September 1st if they've completed CS professional development in the past five years. Current and past waiver recipients must reapply.The form is also accessible from the CS Resources page (buff.ly/GJiqY4Y).
Resources for Computer Science | Ohio Department of Education and Workforce
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September 25, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Tri-State STEM Conference
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October 23, 2025
4:00 - 8:00 pm
Northern Kentucky University

Childcare Available - Space Limited - $30 per child
STEM Conference
Northern Kentucky University, a growing metropolitan university on a thriving suburban campus near Cincinnati.
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September 24, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Interest Survey: AI Summit in Columbus this June!
SECO, OCTM, and CSTA Ohio are exploring the idea of hosting an AI in Education Summit — created by teachers, for teachers. Picture a full day of hands-on AI tools 📅 Late June | 💲 $50 | 📍 Columbus, OH
Interest Survey: AI Summit
🚀 Something big might be coming to Columbus this June! SECO, OCTM, and CSTA Ohio are exploring the idea of hosting an AI in Education Summit — created by teachers, for teachers.
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September 23, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Ohio CS/AI Advocacy Day is set for December 10th, 2025, during CS Ed Week at the Ohio State House. This event offers a chance to discuss CS topics with representatives. More details on participation and engagement will follow.
September 15, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Upcoming Events:
- 10/23: INTERalliance Women in I.T. (Cincinnati)
- 10/23, Tri-State STEM Conference (Northern Kentucky)
- 10/23 - 10/24: OCTM Conference (Dayton)
- 12/8 - 12/14: CS Ed Week
- 12/10: Ohio CS Advocacy Day (CBUS)
- 1/26 - 1/27: SECO Symposium (CBUS)
- 2/10 - 2/12: OETC (CBUS)
September 12, 2025 at 1:03 PM