Computer Science
NEW! CS Pipeline: Certification Project for EC-12 Technology Applications and 8-12 Computer Science
Earn a Stipend While Pursuing Computer Science or Tech Apps Certification!
Education Service Center, Region 20, is excited to announce the launch of the CS Pipeline Certification Project in collaboration with WeTeach_CS! This project is designed to support teachers who are interested in pursuing EC-12 Technology Applications or 8-12 Computer Science Certification.
What's Included:
- The cohort will run from March 2025 through December 2025.
- Participants will have their certification exam fees reimbursed, regardless of passing status.
- A majority of the face-to-face activities will take place during the summer, with some hybrid and weekend face-to-face requirements in the spring and fall semesters.
- The program offers stipends and potential certification bonuses from WeTeach_CS (see program outline and requirements for details).
Who Should Apply:
This program is ideal for teachers who want to:
- Gain the qualifications to teach in-demand computer science and technology applications courses.
- Enhance their curriculum and instruction with best practices in technology and computer science education.
- Network with other educators who are passionate about computer science education.
How to Apply:
- Review the project description and requirements for qualification: http://bit.ly/esc20CSPPD
- Download the administrator letter of support template and complete it with your administrator's signature: (link included within the application)
- Apply online: http://bit.ly/esc20CSPAPP
What Can You Teach with These Certifications?
See a list of courses you'll be qualified to teach upon successful completion of the program: https://tea.texas.gov/texas-educators/certification/tac231chart12.2017.pdf Search for Computer Science and Technology Applications.
We encourage you to apply and take advantage of this exciting opportunity to enhance your skills and qualifications in computer science education!
Applications will close on February 7, 2025.
Teachers will be notified of acceptance no later than February 18, 2025
Informational Webinars
Informational webinars will be held via: https://esc-20.zoom.us/j/93247391529
1/21/2025 (Tuesday) 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
1/26/2025 (Sunday) 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
2/3/2025 (Monday) 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Technology Applications TEKS
ESC-20 partners with WeTeach_CS, headquartered at UT Austin, to provide training for Code.org curriculum resources. Free elementary teacher training is available year round. Details at this flyer: Training for middle and high school teachers who will be utilizing the Code.org free curriculum is provided in the summer, with quarterly school-year follow-up sessions. Information on the application process for middle and high school teachers is here.
- 19 TAC §126.1 TEKS for Technology Applications (Adopted 2022), Kindergarten
- 19 TAC §126.2 TEKS for Technology Applications (Adopted 2022), Grade 1
- 19 TAC §126.3 TEKS for Technology Applications (Adopted 2022), Grade 2
- 19 TAC §126.8 TEKS for Technology Applications (Adopted 2022), Grade 3
- 19 TAC §126.9 TEKS for Technology Applications (Adopted 2022), Grade 4
- 19 TAC §126.10 TEKS for Technology Applications (Adopted 2022), Grade 5
