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WeTeach_CS Summit 2024

WeTeach_CS Summit 2024

Date and Time

June 11, 2024 - June 12, 2024

Registration Closes: May 28, 2024, 11:59 p.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

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: CLOSED

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 500 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

At-A-Glance Schedule
Link to full online schedule will be posted in the Spring of 2024.
 

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.

WTCS CHANGE MAKER AWARDS - $750
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!
  - 2 Teacher awards APPLICATION
  - 1 Administrator/Counselor award APPLICATION
 
WTCS MINI-GRANTS - $1,000 
The Mini-Grant Awardees are teachers with fantastic ideas to improve teaching and learning in the classroom. The grants support instructional resources and materials for K-12 Computer Science. Projects include those conducted during after-school activities, summer camps, or in-school programs.
  - 6 Mini-Grants APPLICATION
 
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY APRIL 26!
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Consider joining us as an Exhibitor!
EXHIBITORSExhibitor WTCS Summit 2024 Registration Page

Become a Sponsor to help promote your brand and product!
SPONSORSHIPSWeTeach_CS Summit 2024 Sponsorships Options
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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.eduwith any payment questions you may have.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD OUR MEDIA RELEASE INFORMATION

 

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

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, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2023
==> Book your room for WTCS Summit 2024 HERE before May 20, 2024.

 

PARKING INFORMATION 

Parking as 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.

Personal Registration

$500

Register for this event and claim your seat immediately.

Registration Access Code

$500 / person

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