WeTeach_CS Summit 2026

Momentus Edification is a upcoming  nonprofit  with the mission to raise awareness about food insecurity and promote food literacy through education. This presentation focuses on three interdisciplinary computer science activities that brings food insecurity, earth science, and agricultural science into the classroom. Participants will work on hands-on projects using Scratch, Makey Makey, and Raspberry Pi. Making the curriculum suited for any K-12 grade level. Attendees will leave with ideas that can be implemented for applying tech to real-world social challenges with engaging STEM learning.

Have you ever wanted to learn about drag-and-drop programming but don’t know where to start? This hour-long introductory course is for you! We will be starting at the beginning with creating accounts and crafting simple programs. By the end, you will have the skills to make a simple video game (and bring what you've learned back to your school!). Perfect for teachers of grades 3 through 8.

This session showcases PK–5 micro:bit lessons that intentionally integrate core content, the Engineering Design Process, and elementary-level CTE career exploration. Participants will explore age-appropriate design challenges that allow students to code with purpose while gaining authentic insight into real-world careers. Each lesson connects academic standards to hands-on problem solving, helping students see how science, math, and technology are used in professional settings. Attendees will leave with practical examples, implementation strategies, and ready-to-use ideas for bringing career-connected coding into elementary classrooms.

Rapid changes in technology necessitate reimagining CS learning experiences for students, and the 2026 CSTA PK-12 Standards chart an exciting vision for the future of CS education. Join this session to get an exclusive preview of these updated standards and explore implications for your classroom. Discover how enhanced content in AI, Ethics, and Human-Centered Design cultivates student brilliance and prepares learners for an AI-powered world. Collaborate and reflect with peers to identify practical next steps for integrating these future-focused priorities.

Bring computer science to life for your youngest learners! This interactive session explores how to introduce coding concepts to students in PreK–5 using a blend of hands-on robotics, unplugged activities, and literacy connections. Discover how read-alouds can spark curiosity and provide meaningful context for computational thinking skills. Participants will experience engaging activities that integrate storytelling with coding challenges, learn strategies for scaffolding problem-solving, and leave with practical ideas to make coding accessible, playful, and connected to classroom learning. Whether you’re new to CS or looking to expand your toolkit, this session will empower you to create a foundation for future-ready learners—one story and one algorithm at a time!

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) STEM Coordinator will share how the labor market data drives the vision for K–12 STEM Education in Texas. Participants will have the opportunity to follow along on their own devices with the live resources presented. This session will include an overview of the STEM Toolkit and the Technology Application TEKS Guide.