CSforMichigan Virtual Workshops
The CSforMichigan Collaborative welcomes teachers to various CS workshops this summer. Each opportunity is outlined below with links to descriptions. There are different options depending on the grade level and area of interest of the teacher. Come join us this summer for engaging discussions with great learning! It is sure to be one of the best professional development experience you have ever had.
Whether you are new to teaching computer science (CS) or have previous experience, the our Professional Learning Programs prepare you to teach with confidence and offers year-round support. No computer science experience is needed! The professional learning series will allow you to explore the curriculum and learning tools, practice new teaching strategies, discuss classroom management, and be a part of a community of teachers.
Whether you are new to teaching computer science (CS) or have previous experience, the our Professional Learning Programs prepare you to teach with confidence and offers year-round support. No computer science experience is needed! The professional learning series will allow you to explore the curriculum and learning tools, practice new teaching strategies, discuss classroom management, and be a part of a community of teachers.
Registration & Application Process
All participants are required to fill out an application as part of the registration process. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact our applications manager, Kathy Surd, at kathysurd.gmail.com or Program Specialist, Margaret Lafata at [email protected].
- Registration/Application Link: There are two application links depending on which workshop you are attending.
- Scholarships: The CSforMichigan Collaborative has provided a pool of scholarships to be made available to Michigan educators. Scholarships will automatically be considered when educators apply the workshop. No additional scholarship application is needed.
Application Dates
- January 21, 2025- Applications are open for Summer 2025 workshops
- January 30, 2025 - Accepted applicants will be notified on a rolling basis
- July 11, 2025 - Application deadline for Summer 2025 workshops
Workshop Costs
As part of the registration process, all participants must fill out an application and be approved to attend TeacherCon. Full Scholarships will be provided to many Michigan teachers provided by the CSforMichigan Collaborative. Cost should not be a prohibiting factor, please contact our applications manager, Kathy Surd, at kathysurd.gmail.com or Program Specialist, Margaret Lafata at [email protected], if you have any concerns about the cost. Workshop costs range from $1,500 to $3,000, depending on the specific workshop.
Summer Workshop Opportunities
CS Principles (10th-12th)AP CS Principles by Code.org is a college-level course introducing programming, data, the internet, and computing's societal impact, fostering problem-solving and creativity.
Scholarships Available! |
CS Discoveries by Code.org is an introductory course for grades 6-10, covering web development, game design, programming, and data to foster creativity and problem-solving.
Scholarships Available! CS Discoveries (6th-10th) |