CSTA Washington
Discover competitions, camps, scholarships, internships, programs, and other opportunities for K–12 students interested in computer science and technology.
The NCWIT (National Center for Women and Information Technology) Aspirations in Computing (AiC) High School Award honors 9th – 12th grade students who are active and interested in computing and technology, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing…
Cybersecurity competitions are one of the most effective ways to spark student engagement, whether you teach a dedicated cybersecurity course or integrate security concepts into broader computer science, CTE, or general education classes. Explore these leading competitions to challenge, inspire, and motivate your students: Several CTSO (Career and Technical Organizations) provide cybersecurity-focused events: Within Washington,
Ready to inspire your students to tackle digital safety? The NCCE Student Cybersecurity Challenge invites K–12 students to design a creative poster and a social media post promoting smart cybersecurity habits. It’s a fantastic, hands-on way to bring digital citizenship directly into your classroom! Open to all grade levels (separated into K–2, 3–5, 6–8, and…
Programming Contest for Middle/High School students at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma on Feb 7, 2026. See https://www.plu.edu/computer-science/hs-programming-contest/
About the Event ThinkCity is a one-day civic innovation challenge that brings together high school and college students from Washington State and South Korea to design solutions for real community challenges, strengthening the region’s leadership in smart city innovation, technology, and global collaboration. This event coincides with the visit of 60 Korean university students participating…