CSTA Washington Newsletter – May 2026 – Washington Student Success in CTSOs
The following embeds an archived version of the May 2026 edition of the CSTA Washington newsletter. Highlights:
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CS Education and CTE in Washington
Computer Science Education and Career and Technical Education (CTE) have a close and mutually reinforcing relationship in Washington state. More than 85% of computer science course sections — and an even higher percentage of student enrollments — are offered through CTE programs. In addition, Digital Technology is not only recognized as its own career cluster…
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Summer 2026 CSEd Recommended Reads and Listens
Keep visiting this blog post throughout the late spring and summer 2026 for updates. Whether you’re heading out on a summer road trip or just looking for some poolside inspiration, the right listen can transform your time off into a masterclass. This year’s list features a mix of CS-specific deep dives, cybersecurity insights, and high-level…
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Summer 2026 CS PD Options
Summer is the perfect time to recharge and refine your craft. Whether you want to soak up the energy of the CSTA Conference in New Orleans or join a flexible virtual workshop from your couch, we’ve rounded up the best Summer 2026 Professional Development opportunities for CS educators.
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Celebrating Washington’s 2026 CTSO Finalists in CS
Lists the Washington students who have qualified for national competitions in in computer science, cybersecurity, and information technology-related categories across the eight major CTSOs (Career and Technical Student Organizations)
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CSTA Washington Newsletter – April 2026 – FutureReady CS Graduation Requirements
New Computer Science Graduation Requirements for Washington / Upcoming CSTA Board Elections / STEP CS Welcome Event on April 27 / “Audit the AI Lesson” Plan / Rubber Duck Spotlight: Engaging the Disengaged and AI and Copyright / Washington Congressional App Challenge Winners 2025 / Washington NCWIT Aspirations in AiC Winners 2026 /Top Schools and Districts for Girls in CSEd 2023-24
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CS, Technology and Media Literacy Graduation Recommendations
Written by Michelle Laskowski, CSTAWA President Nano Banana Prompt: Digital Fluency graduation cap…no words on the cap but include images that represent empowerment, safety, critical thinking, a file system and mouse and industry inclusivity The Computer Science, Technology and Media Literacy Future Ready Subcommittee Explained As you may know, the world is changing rapidly. In…
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CSTA Washington Newsletter – Mar 2026 – Top Schools and Districts for CSEd
An archived version of the March 2026 edition of the CSTA Washington newsletter
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OSPI Elementary CS Educator Survey
OSPI is seeking the input of elementary school educators through a survey.
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CSTA Washington Newsletter – Feb 2026 – Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks
Highlights of the Feb 2026 CSTA Washington newsletter include CSTA Washington Bylaws Vote Update and New Mission Statement / Advocating for CS: Washington AP Day at the Capitol / CSTA Washington at NCCE Feb 25-27 / Virtual Lunch and Learn, AI and Equity PD on Mar 21 / CSTA Washington CTE and CS Education Data Dashboards / Seattle Seahawks defeat New England Patriots 29 -13 in Super Bowl LX
