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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Oct 2

#InlandEmpire educators! Join CSTA Greater LA for TECH-&-TREAT 🎃 at Haven City Market, Rancho Cucamonga on Sat 10/4, 11:30–1pm. Connect, try fun CS activities, & celebrate w/ Lisa Moe & me. Costumes optional, candy welcome! RSVP 👉 bit.ly/OCTMEETUP @cstagla.bsky.social @missmoeteaches.bsky.social

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Jul 30

Thank you #MorongoSummerInstitute for inviting our DLS team to present!

Educators were eager to explore AI literacy + tools to personalize learning. We’re excited to see what the new school year brings!

Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Jul 12

Our DLS team had a joyful time at the Wellness Conference! From powerful keynotes to meaningful sessions and uplifting conversations, the focus on the whole child was felt throughout. Thanks to all who joined our session. We’re already excited for next year! 💚 #TheWellCon

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Jun 26

This week in Anaheim, CA, educators across the state are uniting to make CS relevant, accessible, and rooted in equity so every student sees themselves as a creator and problem-solver. #SeasonsOfCS #CSforCA

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · May 12

Happening this Saturday!

Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · May 6

Brunch & Bots meetup (Riv/SB counties) is May 17, 11:30 AM @ Haven City Market, Rancho Cucamonga! Bring a robot, swap CS ideas & brunch with fellow educators. Amazon gift card raffle! All are welcome! RSVP & bring a friend! bit.ly/BRUNCHANDBOTS #CSTA @cstagla.bsky.social

Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · May 6

Brunch & Bots meetup (Riv/SB counties) is May 17, 11:30 AM @ Haven City Market, Rancho Cucamonga! Bring a robot, swap CS ideas & brunch with fellow educators. Amazon gift card raffle! All are welcome! RSVP & bring a friend! bit.ly/BRUNCHANDBOTS #CSTA @cstagla.bsky.social

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation @microbit.org · May 1

📣 EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT 🎉!
More than 800 primary & secondary schools across Jamaica are set to benefit from a STEAM Education in Schools Programme over the next 3 years.
#STEAM #microbit #coding

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · May 1

Our team facilitates CS workshops year-round, and this one lit up the room! Educators from across the region loved exploring how to bring computer science to life in elementary classrooms through hands-on, joyful learning. #micro:bit

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Barbara Liedahl @feltclaymaker.bsky.social · Mar 6

Exciting news, educators! Dive into the future of education at Pathfinders Summer Institute 2025 from @InfyFoundation! Space Suits in Progress: Sewable Electronics hosted on July 28 - August 1 or August 4 - 8, 2025. #InfyPathfinders #EdTech #CareerReadiness #mediaartsed #artsed

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Mar 25

Join us on 3/26 @ 4:00 PM for our virtual CSEN meeting. Discover how STEM From Dance clubs are combining STEM and dance to inspire girls ages 8–18. You’ll also get the latest state updates on CS and hear exciting news from CSTA Desert Valley. Register here: sbcss.k12oms.org/5-247804

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Mar 23

Honored to have participated in this year’s #SpringCUE as both an attendee and a presenter. Huge thanks to the organizers for such an engaging, well-organized event. Loved meeting new people,reconnected with old friends. Prouder than ever to be part of the @cueinc.bsky.social community.

Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Mar 18

If you plan to be a Spring CUE Join us for two powerful sessions.

-Equity in CS Education. Learn how to ensure equitable access to CS.

-AI in Special Ed. Explore AI-driven tools for inclusive, personalized learning.

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Mar 11

It you want a smile today. Go watch the Big Bear Eagle cam! ❤️ www.youtube.com/live/B4-L2nf...

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Mar 7

Who enjoys watching 3D printing like it’s a reality show! 😍😆

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Mar 3

Our Digital Learning Services department wrapped up our Elementary, Middle, and High School Computer Science workshops! Huge thanks to @SBC_Alliance for supporting us in bringing CS, AI, and physical computing PD & resources to educators across 16 districts in San Bernardino County!

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CodeJoy @codejoyedu.bsky.social · Mar 3

📰 Be in the know! Join our newsletter for exclusive updates, free opportunities, and sneak peeks at what's coming to CodeJoy. Don't miss out! ➡️ codejoy.org/newsletter #CodeJoy #EdTech #FreeResources

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Mar 2

February was filled with incredible opportunities to collaborate and inspire! From presenting at the CA STEAM Symposium, to keynoting at Ignite Her Mind, empowering girls in STEAM, to advocating for CS equity at CISC with our DLS team and Alta Loma SD it was a month of impact and inspiration.

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Feb 10

It was great to see so many San Bernardino County educators at Steam Symposium 2025!

Dr.Sonal Patel @drsonaledu.bsky.social · Feb 9

San Bernardino county in the house!! @sbcountyschools.bsky.social

@teachercoats.bsky.social @doctorstem.bsky.social

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Feb 2

Join California Department of Education for February AI webinars, focused on equity and featuring CSTA Equity Fellows. Register 2/5: bit.ly/CAStudentsAI, 2/6: bit.ly/A2GenZAI, 2/12: bit.ly/CAInclusiveAI, 2/20: bit.ly/AI_Inequities, 2/26: bit.ly/EquityMindedAI

Artificial intelligence learning with AI February webinar.

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CodeJoy @codejoyedu.bsky.social · Jan 17

@rudstemcs.bsky.social @teachercoats.bsky.social @khuttner.bsky.social @grbydmrtrk.bsky.social @henrykatie.bsky.social @amandajeaneedu.bsky.social

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Sarah Rankin @techrankin.bsky.social · Jan 6

It’s that time of year again! Apply to become a @microbit.org Champion! Learn and share with the top #CompSci and innovative educators around the world! Apply at microbit.org/champions/?f...! #micro:bit #educhat #edusky #edtech #PLN

micro:bit Champions

Micro:bit Champion applications will be open from January 1 - January 29, 2024.

microbit.org

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Jan 4

What is your #OneWord for 2025?

I’m leading the year with JOY. If it doesn’t bring joy to my life, I’m not doing it.
Thank you, @drsonaledu.bsky.social, @suethotz.bsky.social @mrdalcala.bsky.social & @mrslmunoz.bsky.social for bringing joy to my day!

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Dec 26

Sharing articles I’m in is never easy, but I’m learning to embrace the moments that highlight the work I’m passionate about.

EdTech IT Influencers Share How They Bring STEM-Thinking Into the Classroom edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/...

EdTech IT Influencers Share How They Bring STEM-Thinking Into the Classroom

Take a look at some of the projects influencers use to prepare students for a highly competitive STEM sector.

edtechmagazine.com

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Dec 26

Christmas Eve game night was almost ruined this year because everyone forgot to bring dice! But in a true MacGyver moment, I pulled two micro:bits from my purse (yes, I do carry micro:bits in my purse), I quickly programmed two dice on my phone, and saved the day. The family was blown away!

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · Dec 22

I’m like a kid in a candy store when 3D print designs turn out beautifully after a few iterations of course. There’s nothing quite like seeing your ideas come to life layer by layer. #3DPrinting #MakerMindset @bambulabglobal.bsky.social

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