Attention Connecticut Teachers!
Would you like to do a FREE student session with CodeJoy THIS WEEK, and learn more about the @LtGovCC Computing Challenge? (Limited to ANY teachers or organizations within CT)
PLEASE SHARE!
https://t.co/62XsLyrvj8
@InfyFoundation@readyCTED
This past weekend, we got some upsetting news: Girls Who Code’s series of books about coding were banned by a Pennsylvania school district and added to PEN America's Index of School Book Bans.
We have some thoughts to share. https://t.co/h1P5Gxtoj0
If you have a pet (dog or cat) and care about the environment (and of course want something yummy for them to eat) make sure to check out my sister's new business @peterrakitchen! It has Max's seal of approval (if that means anything to you)
BIG NEWS!🎉My dear friend & colleague (@jackienewgent) & I have launched @peterrakitchen🐾-a plant-forward #petfood company specializing in nourishment, sustainability & fun! Check out our 💯organic baking mixes for dogs & cats: https://t.co/Ph1KH1OkPb. Use "welcome10" = 10% off!
Announcing the School of Ocean Futures. With facilities and faculty based in AZ, Hawaii & Bermuda, this new school is positioned to be a top marine science institution. @BIOSstation@ASU_GDCS@ASUCollegeofGF#oceans#globalfutures https://t.co/4Cqtf312ZH
Looking forward to our first virtual hackathon of the 2022-2023 school year this Saturday, Sept 17, focusing on creating apps for Emotional Support Animal Organizations. There is still time to register. Feel free to reach out with questions.
#csforgood#csforall
Sometimes when you've been tracing #corals for more or less 12 months straight you start to see some weird stuff. & then you get a little distracted. #themontiporahaveeyes
@wherewelive@LtGovCC@LucyVN Great job explaining the state of computer science in CT. I run @RHoKJr, whose mission is 2 provide Ss the opportunity to work with CS mentors & local subject matter experts to address real-world challenges 2 make the world a better place. #CodingMatters#CSForGood
I teach 4-8th graders how to #CodeforSocialGood with @RHokJr It isn't enough that we teach kids how to code, we need to show them how technology can make a positive impact in someones life! I do that through #kidscodingforacause hackathons and #GirlsWhoCode Clubs.
What opportunities are there to "learn to code" in our state? This hour, hear from the owner of several Coder Schools in Connecticut, and a computer science class involved in the annual @LtGovCC computing challenge. https://t.co/20XLRkNs3g
Just wrapped up a month of coral surveys in the beautiful Mariana Islands & so thrilled to have finally made it back out to sea. Check out the storymap & follow along with NOAA Ship Rainier for the rest of our mission: https://t.co/Gw3MFfGURc #NCRMP#CoralReefs#OceanExploration
Still time to participate in this year's @LtGovCC . Not sure where to start? Check out these resources for the Concept Challenge and participate in one of the three workshops hosted by @UConn Werth Institute #csforgood#csforall#ltgovcc#innovation#creativity
Welcome to day 2 of #CSEdWeek. Your challenge 4 today is 2 explore AI. Try out https://t.co/JuySICvPS5 introductory lesson on AI 2 learn more about how computers learn and the role that we play in "teaching" them. https://t.co/FFGer3ZAhX
#CSEverywhere#CSforGood#CSforAll
Join @RHoKJr & Mairead Finn, whose youngest daughter, Vivienne, died from Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) (rare tumor of the brainstem ) 2 create apps 2 address pediatric cancer
https://t.co/C1IdMP5YQq
Experience 1st hand how U can use technology 2 create positive change.
Four days until our upcoming VIRTUAL #KidsCoding4ACause Hacking for Life Below Water. Help us spread the word! @ctcasl Register here - https://t.co/2AmQaclZ5n
Check out these awesome prizes you can win at Olay Face the STEM Gap Role Model Event! Register for free to be in with a chance ;) https://t.co/ixbzMDyVRb
#MillionWomenMentors#GirlsInSTEM#InspireChange
I am so impressed with millenials! They are definitely a generation to be reckoned with. I am proud to have the opportunity everyday as the ED of @RHokJr to inspire young girls to pursue their dreams in #STEM! #GirlsInSTEM#WomenInSTEM#girlsinspace#WomenInSpace
Join @ctwac 4 a discussion with a world’s rising star in space and technology: Her Excellency @SarahAmiri1 the United Arab Emirates 1st-ever Minister of State 4 Advanced Advanced Technology & Chairwoman of UAE Space Agency. - https://t.co/ymqpcIq65P #WomenInSTEM#WomenInSpace
Future of Tech Commission Town Hall: A Public Discussion on Advancing Innovations in Education - 6/22, CSDE, @GovNedLamont , the Connecticut Commission for Educational Technology & the national Future of Tech Commission, is holding a virtual town hall https://t.co/nnXQNgEwTX
I thoroughly enjoyed moderating the Building Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Communities Roundtable w/ La'Shunda Williams from @YEDS2016, @curtiskgoodwin and Michelle Cotte from @UConnCCEI . Here is your chance to watch/listen
https://t.co/q2neyUkdSS
5th Annual #CTEA2021 -
Awards Ceremony & Past Winner Roundtables
Relive the Fun
Check out our #YoutubeChannel to view the amazing videos of winner and roundtables!
https://t.co/SNOfqrZIgC
Also please consider volunteers for the organizing team! The more voices the better!!