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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · 6d

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.

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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · 8d

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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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · 9d

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 [email protected] for a free license.

CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · 9d

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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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · 9d

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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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · 10d

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.

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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · 10d

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)

CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Sep 26

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)

CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Sep 25

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).

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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Sep 24

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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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Sep 23

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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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Sep 15

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.

CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Sep 12

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)

CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Sep 11

SECO's annual Science Symposium is set for January 26-27, 2026, in Lewis Center, OH. Submit up to 2 session proposals by October 15th via this link: (buff.ly/HKSlokB). Presenters must register and pay for the event. For details on the Symposium strands, visit (buff.ly/IyK3P4l).

2026 SECO Science Symposium Session Proposal

The Science Education Council of Ohio will be holding its annual Science Symposium on January 26 & 27, 2026 at the Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center in Lewis Center, OH. If you have a session…

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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Sep 10

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).

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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Sep 9

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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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Sep 8

Join us for CTE Day at Kent State University on Friday, September 19, 2025! We're excited about the sessions tailored for Arts and Communication, Marketing, and Information Technology educators and administrators. Register now to secure your spot:

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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Aug 29

Volunteer with CSTA
The CSTA 2025-2026 Volunteer Application is open! CSTA is proud to be an organization that thrives on volunteer support. Help give back and shape the future of CSTA by volunteering. Learn more (buff.ly/633rTuQ) and fill out a volunteer application (buff.ly/5P8Evyx) by September 5

Engage - Computer Science Teachers Association

Learn more about how you can get more involved with CSTA by volunteering as part of a committee or supporting our work with a donation.

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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Aug 28

Upcoming Events
10/23: INTERalliance Women in I.T. (Cincinnati, buff.ly/ILLcM45)
10/23, 4p - 8p: Tri-State STEM Conference (Northern Kentucky, buff.ly/5QkAadb)
10/23 - 10/24: OCTM Conference (Dayton, buff.ly/2DNiR1o)
12/8 - 12/14: CS Ed Week (csedweek.org)
12/10: Ohio CS Advocacy Day (Columbus)

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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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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Aug 27

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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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Aug 26

Tri-State STEM Conference
buff.ly/5QkAadb
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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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Aug 26

Join us for CTE Day at Kent State University on Friday, September 19, 2025! We're excited about the sessions tailored for Arts and Communication, Marketing, and Information Technology educators and administrators. Register now to secure your spot:

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The most powerful, simple and trusted way to gather experience data. Start your journey to experience management and try a free account today.

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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Aug 15

CSTA Membership Scholarships are available for teachers who need financial assistance. Teach in a Title I school? Register for Amazon Future Engineer: buff.ly/3Xc4Xcx
Apply for a CSTA Membership Scholarship: buff.ly/3QwEy5k
Questions? [email protected]

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CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Aug 14

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.

CSTA Ohio @cstaohio.bsky.social · Aug 13

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)