Computer Science and AI Foundations - AIF
The workshop is a five-day professional learning series in Summer 2026. It supports new-to-CS and veteran CS teachers with the tools to implement CS and AI Literacy at the High School level.
The AI Foundations curriculum offers teachers flexibility in how they implement the content, allowing for customizations to meet the needs of their students, while addressing the CSTA standards and supporting the new Michigan HS CS requirement with AI literacy executive order.
AIF is designed for high school students at any level of computer science experience. It is accessible to beginners with no prior programming knowledge, and it also provides opportunities for students with some background in computing to deepen their understanding of key topics.
Can meet the High School CS course requirement. This curriculum can serve as an introductory course or as a bridge to more advanced studies, such as AP Computer Science A (CSA).
The workshop is a five-day professional learning series in Summer 2026. It supports new-to-CS and veteran CS teachers with the tools to implement CS and AI Literacy at the High School level.
The AI Foundations curriculum offers teachers flexibility in how they implement the content, allowing for customizations to meet the needs of their students, while addressing the CSTA standards and supporting the new Michigan HS CS requirement with AI literacy executive order.
AIF is designed for high school students at any level of computer science experience. It is accessible to beginners with no prior programming knowledge, and it also provides opportunities for students with some background in computing to deepen their understanding of key topics.
Can meet the High School CS course requirement. This curriculum can serve as an introductory course or as a bridge to more advanced studies, such as AP Computer Science A (CSA).
Code.org CS Curriculum
We will be exploring Code.org’s CSAIF Curriculum that costs nothing to teachers or school districts to access or utilize in their classroom. Ready to Teach! Lesson plans come with a teacher guide, lesson resources, online management system, and tutorial videos. Lessons are great for beginners and experienced teachers. Facilitated by Trained Code.org Facilitator You will have the opportunity to go through activities as a learner and teacher to develop your own understanding and student empathy. LMS Integration Code.org has seamless, secure, one-click integrations for most major LMS & SSO providers. Semester 1 units Unit 1: Problem Solving with AI Unit 2: Programming Fundamentals Unit 3: Computer Systems and Devices Unit 4: Networks and the Internet Unit 5: Cybersecurity and Global Impacts Unit 6: Introduction to Data Science Semester 2: Available Spring 2026 |
Course Description: AI Foundations introduces students to the core principles of computer science and the growing role of artificial intelligence in everyday life. Through hands-on programming, visual problem solving, and critical analysis, students explore how computing systems work, how data powers AI, and how intelligent tools make decisions. Students will learn: To write Python programs, analyze the structure of the Internet, investigate cybersecurity risks, and interpret data through visualizations and models. Throughout the course, students examine how AI systems impact individuals and communities, and build the skills to use computing and AI to solve meaningful problems in their world. Teacher Pre-Requisites: None Student Pre-Requisites: None 
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Registration
Register for AI Foundations 2026. Registration Link Coming Soon
- Dates: July 27-31, 2026
- Time: 9:00a - 4:30p ET
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: $1000
Credit card Information will be needed to complete your registrations.
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Complete this application LINK to apply for financial assistance for a Code.org Professional Learning Program.
- This application should take 10 - 15 minutes to complete.
- Financial assistance (Program Fee Support) is available for educators who need assistance covering the cost of professional learning.
- Awards may cover part or all of the program fee, are subject to funding availability, and are not guaranteed.
- Financial assistance is applied as a fee reduction (not cash payment to individuals).
- Complete the registration process after being notified of your financial assistance status.
All participants are required to fill out the registration. If you have any questions about the process, please contact our Registration Manager, Kathy Surd, at kathysurd.gmail.com or Program Specialist, Margaret Lafata at [email protected].
