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Wednesday, July 23
 

8:45am EDT

Leadership for Computer Science and Computational Thinking Integration: Foundation, Planning, and Support
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
The session will introduce participants to the foundational underpinnings of integrating computer science and computational thinking into schools and classrooms. It will directly address tools for planning, supporting, and assessing the integration of computer science (CS) and computational thinking (CT). Participants will also experience hands-on activities to help translate theory into practice.
Speakers
avatar for Pam Buffington

Pam Buffington

Director of Rural STEM Initiatives, EDC
Pam Buffington is the co-PI of WFR and Director of Rural STEM Initiatives at EDC. She has over four decades of experience in education, including teaching computer science, mathematics, physics, and instructional technology classes. She has also led numerous STEM projects and initiatives... Read More →
avatar for Becky Tapley

Becky Tapley

STEM Education Specialist, MMSA
Becky Tapley is a STEM Education Specialist at the Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance. She serves as the Project Manager of the STEM WorkForce Ready 2030 project, as well as a math consultant and ACRES (Afterschool Coaching for Reflective Educators in STEM) coach.After growing... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:45am - 10:15am EDT

10:30am EDT

Insights on Integrating CS/CT
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Join a collaborative conversation with other Maine administrators as insights are shared from districts about integrating Computer Science (CS) and Computational Thinking (CT) into schools. Come ready to reflect on your own district as well as learn about how other districts in Maine are navigating the challenges and successes of building these skills across schools. Dig into data from our most recent CS Education Summit and identify how those insights apply to your situation.
Speakers
avatar for Pam Buffington

Pam Buffington

Director of Rural STEM Initiatives, EDC
Pam Buffington is the co-PI of WFR and Director of Rural STEM Initiatives at EDC. She has over four decades of experience in education, including teaching computer science, mathematics, physics, and instructional technology classes. She has also led numerous STEM projects and initiatives... Read More →
avatar for Becky Tapley

Becky Tapley

STEM Education Specialist, MMSA
Becky Tapley is a STEM Education Specialist at the Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance. She serves as the Project Manager of the STEM WorkForce Ready 2030 project, as well as a math consultant and ACRES (Afterschool Coaching for Reflective Educators in STEM) coach.After growing... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
 
Thursday, July 24
 

8:45am EDT

CS Education Advocacy
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:45am - 10:15am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Ruth Kermish Allen

Ruth Kermish Allen

Executive Director, Maine Math & Science Alliance
avatar for Jason Judd

Jason Judd

Executive Director, Educate Maine
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:45am - 10:15am EDT

10:30am EDT

Introduction to CS Visioning
Thursday July 24, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Angela Oechslie

Angela Oechslie

Director, STEM Pathways & Innovation, Educate Maine
I lead the Project>Login & Maine Mobile BioLab programs at Educate Maine and love to support teachers as they implement STEM and computer science in their schools. I am a trained SCRIPT facilitator, the community partner for Girls Who Code, and the regional partner, along with MMSA... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
 
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