Scholarships are available to support a cohort of up to 25 middle and high school educators in Texas to attend the CS Jumpstart workshop on July 30-August 1, 2025. This introductory Python programming course incorporates block and text-based coding, as well as physical computing.
This workshop begins with introductory programming on Day 1 to provide teachers with foundational knowledge in coding using the trinket.io platform, and will encompass transitioning from block to text based coding in Python. Days 2 and 3 incorporate physical computing to reinforce CS concepts. The TI-Innovator™ Hub with the TI-Nspire™ CX graphing calculator are powerful tools for introducing physical computing to students using Python. Participants will write code to program and build working solutions that actuate a red-green-blue LED, a single red LED, a brightness sensor and a built-in speaker. Ease into the world of coding with TI-Technology through a series of differentiated, collaborative tasks. We may even have a surprise visit from the TI-Innovator™ Rover as we explore introductory robotics!
Participant Benefits:Accepted applicants will receive:
- Reimbursement transportation up to $250
- Reimbursement lodging for 2 nights at state rate, state tax not reimbursable (a Hotel Tax Exempt Form will be provided to present at check-in)
- $400 stipend for professional development attendance and completion
- Materials related the content of the professional development they attend
Trinket.io account 1 TI Nspire™ CX II graphing calculator
2 TI–Innovator™ Hubs
1 TI–Innovator™ Rover
1 license of TI Nspire™ CX Premium Teacher Software.- Complimentary parking
- 21 CPE credit hours
Please complete this form to be considered for participation in the workshop. Priority will be given to classroom teachers.
Contact Sheryl Roehl with any questions.
