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launching computer science education in santa cruz county

September 14, 2023

CSNow! Leadership Luncheon

“If we care about making our country a better and more equitable place, we need to make computer science education available to everyone.”

-Jordan Budisantoso, computer science teacher

Hi, we're the computer science team at the Santa Cruz County Office of Education, and we'd love to show you what we've been up to.

Elizabeth

Shaw

Computer Science ToSA

Jason

Borgen

Chief Technology & Innovation Officer

Stephanie Sumarna

EdTech & Innovation ToSA

Join us at the CSNow! Leadership Luncheon to peek at the future of computer science education in our region and embrace its importance in shaping a brighter tomorrow.


Here's a taste of what to expect.

01

Hear testimonials from participants of our TK-12 Computer Science Initiatives.

02

Enjoy lunch while networking with fellow enthusiasts and industry professionals.

03

Interact with live demonstrations, hands-on equipment and local industry spotlights.

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The details.

DATE

September 14, 2023

TIME

11:30 am - 5:00 pm

LOCATION

Santa Cruz County Office of Education

400 Encinal Street, Santa Cruz

SUGGESTED AUDIENCE

Administrators, Educators & Industry Partners

Agenda

September 14, 2023

11:30-12:00

soft opening: LUNCH & Welcome from Dr. Faris Sabbah

12:00-1:30

reception

A small sampler of programs, projects & ideas from participants of the CS Initiatives as well as industry & thought leaders

2:45-5:00

exploratorium

Hands-on open house that includes Computer Science Lending Kits and a preview of computer science in the year ahead

1:30-2:45

LOCAL INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: JOBY AVIATION

Walk together to the state-of-the-art Joby Aviation facility to gain insights directly from engineers and executives about the company's innovations and developments.

Joby Aviation

Local Industry Spotlight

Joby Aviation is paving the way for sustainable transportation through its innovative electric aircraft design. The company is a key player in the emerging field of air mobility, aiming to transform the future of transportation, and fostering local job growth by increasing the need for engineers, designers, software development, researchers, and other technical roles.


Don't miss the opportunity for a walk through of Joby's state-of-the-art facility! On September 14th you will have the chance to tour Joby and gain insights directly from engineers and executives about the company's innovations and developments.


speakers

Why CS?

Doug Erikson

Santa Cruz Works

Dr. David Lee

Tech4Good, UCSC

Allison Steitz

Paystand

Local CS Education Success

Toma

Student, PCS

Daniel Bickham

Teacher, Santa Cruz City Schools

Eric Hernandez

Cabrillo College Student

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Future of CS in Santa Cruz

Tim Sylvester

X-Academy

Chris Miller

Cloud Brigade

Sarah Blanchette

Teacher, Pajaro Valley USD

also featuring

Dr. Faris Sabbah

Santa Cruz COE

Katherine Goyette

CDE

Rudy Escobar

CSTA

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SEE YOU THERE!

cs.santacruzcoe.org

csiniative@santacruzcoe.org