Computer Science Discoveries Workshop Information
This workshop is a multi-day professional learning series scheduled for Summer 2026. Designed for both new and experienced computer science teachers, the program provides the tools and strategies needed to effectively implement support meeting the Michigan high school computer science requirement. The curriculum is free and include all instructional resources needed to begin empowering students with computer science right away. After attending the summer workshop, educators will feel confident to plan and instruct the flexible computer science modules at the middle and high school level.
With the flexible module format, Code.org's curriculum will give you access to the free curriculum designed to introduce students to the foundational concepts of computer science. This introductory course empowers students to create authentic projects and engage with computer science as a medium for creativity, communication, problem-solving, and fun. With a diverse set of options available in CS Discoveries, there’s a course tailored to meet a wide range of classroom needs.
This workshop is a multi-day professional learning series scheduled for Summer 2026. Designed for both new and experienced computer science teachers, the program provides the tools and strategies needed to effectively implement support meeting the Michigan high school computer science requirement. The curriculum is free and include all instructional resources needed to begin empowering students with computer science right away. After attending the summer workshop, educators will feel confident to plan and instruct the flexible computer science modules at the middle and high school level.
With the flexible module format, Code.org's curriculum will give you access to the free curriculum designed to introduce students to the foundational concepts of computer science. This introductory course empowers students to create authentic projects and engage with computer science as a medium for creativity, communication, problem-solving, and fun. With a diverse set of options available in CS Discoveries, there’s a course tailored to meet a wide range of classroom needs.
Code.org CS Curriculum
We will be exploring Code.org’s CSD 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. |
Course Description: Code.org's most flexible course, allowing each unit to be taught alone, combined into collections that focus on specific areas, or as a full year course. The free curriculum introduces students to building their own websites, apps, animations, games, and physical computing systems. Code.org: CS Discoveries Syllabus: CS Discoveries Teacher Pre-Requisites: None Student Pre-Requisites: None 
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Registration
Register for Computer Science Discoveries Workshop 2026. Registration Link Coming Soon
- Dates: July 20 -23, 2026
- Time: 9:00a - 4:30p ET
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: $800
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].
Summer 2026 Workshop Opportunities
Virtual
Dates: July 20- 23, 2026
Time: 9:00a - 4:30p ET
Dates: July 20- 23, 2026
Time: 9:00a - 4:30p ET