WeTeach_CS Summit 2024
WeTeach_CS Summit 2024
Date and Time
June 11, 2024 - June 12, 2024
Registration Closes: June 9, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
Location
Hilton Fort Worth
Event Address
815 Main St
Fort Worth, Texas, 76102, USA
Contact
Contact NameNathalie Beausoleil
Contact Emailnathalie.b@tacc.utexas.edu
Event Description
YOU CAN FIND THE DETAILED AGENDA HERE
CHECK TO SEE IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A SCHOLARSHIP!
==> WeTeach_CS Summit 2024 Scholarship Application
Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey for computer science education!
Join us for the 2024 WeTeach_CS Summit, a 2-day conference hosted by WeTeach_CS, an Expanding Pathways in Computing (EPIC) program. At this event, attendees connect with passionate educators committed to broadening participation in K-12 computer science (CS) and cybersecurity education.
Attendees will get the chance to catch up with colleagues from across Texas and beyond, all while delving into the latest CS and Cybersecurity best practices. From gaining valuable classroom tools and generating innovative ideas to integrating culturally responsive curriculums, the Summit is your one-stop destination for enhancing your teaching toolkit. Stay at the forefront of current CS education trends, research, and innovations, and celebrate your achievements alongside incredible colleagues who share your passion. Plus, you won't want to miss out on discovering the latest classroom technologies and the chance to win exciting prizes.
This year’s Summit will be held in Fort Worth, TX, at the Hilton Fort Worth. Approximately 400 CS and Cybersecurity champions will be in attendance. You won’t want to miss out on participating in this dynamic, knowledge-sharing community!
→ CLICK HERE for Highlights from 2023 WeTeach_CS Summit
Educator Awards
Annually, WeTeach_CS (WTCS), an EPIC program, honors those making an impact in computer science education in their classrooms, schools, and districts. Through our WTCS Change Makers Awards, teachers, counselors, or administrators who are making an impact in Computer Science education are given recognition for their incredible work and funding to expand their programs.
The WeTeach_CS (WTCS) Change Makers are teachers, counselors, or administrators who are making an impact in Computer Science education in their community. Nominate your peers to acknowledge their great work!
- 6 Mini-Grants APPLICATION
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Consider joining us as an Exhibitor!
EXHIBITORS ⇒ Exhibitor WTCS Summit 2024 Registration Page
Become a Sponsor to help promote your brand and product!
SPONSORSHIPS ⇒ WeTeach_CS Summit 2024 Sponsorships Options
Certificates of Participation
Certificates stating 14 hours of Continuing Professional Education hours (CPE credits) earned will be sent electronically after the participant has completed the online course evaluation. Any questions about certificates should be directed toward the contact person listed on this page.
Registration Notes
- Registration fees cover breakfast, lunch, training materials and a "CS for Y'all" themed T-Shirt.
- Payments are due before this event.
- Refunds: Please view refund policy here.
- Event limited to 400 participants.
PARTICIPANTS MUST CREATE A UTEID AND PASSWORD IN ORDER TO REGISTER FOR ANY EVENT.
When you are ready to register, it will ask you to login. You will need to login with your UTEID and password. If you do not remember your UTEID and password you can click on “I forgot my UTEID or password” link. If you need a UTEID created, click on “I need a UTEID” from the login screen (under the orange dot in the center of the page). For more UTEID information Click here.
Payment Information and Instructions
The only two accepted methods of payments are credit card and check.
Paying with a credit card will instantly secure your single registration and/or will grant you immediate access to any purchased seats/codes.
Paying with a check will reserve a spot and/or multiple seats/codes, but these will only become confirmed/active after payment is received and processed by our office. This process may take up to three weeks to occur. You will be notified by email when your payment is received and processed.
An invoice is automatically generated and emailed to you by the system once you have selected “Pay with Check” or “Pay with Credit Card.” A PDF of your invoice is also available on your dashboard. The registration confirmation email will contain all of the necessary information you need to provide to your business offices regarding credit card payment records and check processing instructions.
Checks must be made out to “The University of Texas at Austin” and mailed to the attention of Nathalie Beausoleil, along with the printed invoice, to the address below.
The University of Texas at Austin
Texas Advanced Computing Center
c/o Nathalie Beausoleil
PRC, ROC 1.101 (R8700)
10100 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78758-4497
Payment Questions?
Please email Nathalie Beausoleil (nathalie.b@tacc.utexas.edu) with any payment questions you may have.
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LOGISTICS
ACCOMODATION AND TRANSPORTATION
All participants are responsible for their own transportation and lodging arrangements and payments. If your institution is paying for your lodging, a copy of the Texas Hotel Occupancy Tax Exempt form is provided and should be printed and turned in to your hotel upon arrival.
Texas Hotel Occupancy Tax Exemption Certificate (PDF)
HOTEL ROOM BLOCK INFORMATION
HILTON FORT WORTH - SOLD OUT
A limited Room Block at the Hilton Fort Worth is available at $175 USD per night.
WeTeach_CS Summit 2024 Hotel Room Dates
Start Date: Monday, June 10, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
==> Book your room for WTCS Summit 2024 HERE before May 20, 2024.
HAMPTON INN & SUITES FORT WORTH DOWNTOWN
A limited Room Block at the Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Worth Downtown is available at $159-$179.
WeTeach_CS Summit 2024 Hotel Room Dates
Start Date: Monday, June 10, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
==> Book your room for the WTCS Summit 2024 HERE before June 4, 2024.
PARKING INFORMATION
Parking at the Hilton Fort Worth is valet only at 20% off standard pricing.
WeTeach_CS Summit rates are as follows: $34 overnight cars, $44 overnight for oversized vehicles (vans, duallys, F250, etc.) and $20 for daily event parking, pricing subject to change, without notice.
Parking at the Hampton Inn: Self-parking at the Hampton Inn is $20/night.
Personal Registration
$500
Register for this event and claim your seat immediately.
Registration Access Code
$500 / person
Purchase an access code for one or more people. The access code must be redeemed by the number of persons selected at checkout to complete registration.