Labor and Economic Opportunity - Computer Science Education Week

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MiSTEM Network Celebrates
Computer Science Education Week

December 6-10

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed December 6-10 "Computer Science Education Week" in Michigan, recognizing that computer science is a 21st-century skill that is listed among the top 50 job growth areas in Michigan.

Computer science jobs are the number-one source of new wages in the United States, and these jobs are projected to grow at twice the rate of all other jobs. Careers grounded in computer science often lead to high-tech, high-wage sustainable jobs, and engaging students early increases their confidence, determination and creativity.

The Michigan K-12 Computer Science Professional Learning Network is set to host the second annual Computer Science Education Leadership Summit, a virtual gathering of stakeholders and leaders in the field to discuss how to support Michigan schools as they continue to implement computer science education to better prepare students for the growing array of in-demand careers in the field. The virtual summit will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 2.
Register

Code.org: CS Fundamentals Workshop (K-5)
Computer Science Fundamentals is a Code.org curriculum designed for students in kindergarten through fifth grade (K-5). Each grade level unit is between 12-20 lessons long and is built for flexible implementation. During the workshop, participants will learn from certified Code.org facilitators, participate in a model lesson, learn the management system, and dive into the lessons.

There are six virtual options through-out the year. Sign up today!

Cost: Registration Covered by MiSTEM Network Advisory Council Grants

Includes: 12 SCECHs and $150 stipend!
Hour of Code - CS Ed Week Dec 6-10

The Hour of Code started as a one-hour introduction to computer science, designed to demystify "code", to show that anybody can learn the basics, and to broaden participation in the field of computer science. It has since become a worldwide effort to celebrate computer science, starting with 1-hour coding activities but expanding to all sorts of community efforts. Check out the tutorials and activities. This grassroots campaign is supported by over 400 partners and 200,000 educators worldwide.
Hourofcode.com has several activities for all grade levels to start coding. Start planning today for your Hour of Code session!