Application Process

The mission for CS-PLAN is to develop, implement and share programs that provide professional learning and support to increase expertise in computer science for teachers in grades K-12. School districts as well as teachers can be chosen to participate in the Computer Science Professional Learning Action Network (CS-PLAN) during the summer.

This opportunity is designed for a school district to scale a K-12 computer science pathway. Priority will be given to ensure that every child has equitable access to the highest quality educational opportunities, services and supports in schools that provide effective instruction aligned to the state’s standards.

Elementary school teachers will participate in a “train the trainer” model for CS learning and will serve as CS content experts in their schools. Middle school and high school teachers will choose from a menu options for CS professional learning.

Program Offerings

Eligible Applicants

Any school district or teacher in Connecticut that presents readiness for teaching computer science. Alliance and rural districts will be given priority.

  • A strong district philosophy to provide K-12 CS education
  • A developed K-12 CS Plan or SCRIPT workshop is recommended
  • Commitment by administration to have elementary master teachers serve as role models and professional learning leaders for integration of CS into existing curriculum during the school year
  • Some courses require cost-sharing on a sliding scale for the program fee per teacher includes workshop operations, expenses, technical support and coaching through the school year
  • Listing of computer science courses (active or inactive) in the high school program of studies and the ability to add newly trained teachers to these courses

SHU Deliverables

  • SHU will create and deliver materials for elementary school teachers in a “train the trainer” model using CODE.org and other curriculum resources.
  • SHU will solicit from a variety of vendors and offer summer CS professional learning for middle and high school teachers identified by their school district. Four (4) additional learning sessions will be available for all teachers who participate in the Network during the academic year.
  • SHU will grant each teacher who successfully completes summer professional learning three (3) credits that can be used as part of a teacher's cross endorsement in CS teacher certification.
  • SHU will conduct follow-up support and provide feedback to teachers during the 2023-24 school year.

Anticipated Summer Dates & Program Offerings

Based on the number of registrants

Programs

  • Elementary Master CS Teacher (K-5)
  • Code.org Computer Science Discoveries, with AI/ML (6-10)
  • Code.org Computer Science Principles (9-12)
  • Code.org CSA (10-12)
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) for Seasoned CS Teachers

Offerings

  • Fairfield, CT | June 24-28, 2024
  • Windsor Locks, CT | July 15-19, 2024
  • Plainfield CT | July 22-26, 2024