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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Today was dope! I thought Board meetings wouldn’t interest me, but grateful to lend my voice to a Board that values equity in education.

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Tired of cookie-cutter STEM that don’t speak to our kids? Coding with Culture brings: 1. HBCU-inspired curriculum that centers Black brilliance 2. Culturally grounded CS + design projects 3. Real results—confidence, skills, & joy in learning Let’s build a pathway , not just a program.

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Diversity in CS ain’t just a slogan—it’s a call to action. Coding with Culture empowers Black & Brown kids to see themselves in tech. ✨ Culturally-relevant. HBCU-rooted. Student-centered. 📍Join us today. #BlackSTEM #CSforAll #HBCUReady #EdTech Learn more & Join the Movement! codingwithculture.com

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

I will admit on Chaka Khans internet, I made a huge mistake on Wicked! Finally watched it on a flight and BAYBAY!! You better SANG, small head bald head!! Can’t wait for part 2!!

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

Hey y’all Hey! I had the honor of appearing on the One Voice in CS Podcast, sharing my ‘why’, the importance of HBCUs in computer science and the pedagogy behind Coding with Culture! Check it out!! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/o...

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

The ASU+GSV Conference was definitely one for the record books! My 5 biggest takeaways? • Network = strategy, not just support • HBCU faculty must be at every table • Culture is pedagogy, not decoration • Black founders are building legacy, not hype • Joy + justice = the future of education

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Checking out the March #Canvassador Meet Up! Listening to all the cool things Canva has in store and a sneak peek at Canva Create! It’s coming up in April!!

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Scratch + Black history = magic at #GEMtopia2025 with the Gwinnett Deltas. We code for the culture. #HBCUReady #BlackTech

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

I’m honored to be named a Gates Foundation Scholar for ASU+GSV 2024! This fully funded opportunity lets me represent culturally responsive CS, HBCUs & Black brilliance in STEM. San Diego, here I come! #CodingWithCulture #HBCUReady #ASUGSV #BlackInEdTech

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Tonight, Coach Hicks is speaking at the CSTA Greater Houston Chapter Meeting on AI & Student-Centered PBL! From culturally responsive AI tools to real-world applications, he’s breaking down how AI can transform CS education for Black & Brown students. Let’s build! #CodingWithCulture #HBCUReady

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

🚀 Black Women in STEM: Coding Workshop! 👩🏾‍💻✨ Your child (Grades 3-8) will learn about Black women in STEM & code a Scratch project inspired by them! 💰 $30 | 📅 3.30.25 at 3 PM/2 Central | 📍 Live Virtual Workshop 🔗 Sign up-Drop "Coding" in the replies! #BlackWomenInSTEM #CodingForKids #STEMEducation

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

At CSTA Equity in Action, Victor G. Hicks led “Formation: Using PBL to Code for Justice”, showing how culturally responsive computing & PBL empower students to use tech for equity & activism. 📩 Bring this to your district! We offer PD, coaching & workshops. codingwithculture.com

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

🚀 From Excluded to Engineer 🎙️ Coach Hicks breaks down culturally relevant STEM, & Design Thinking on the Learning Through Technology podcast—because our kids aren’t just consumers, they’re creators. 🎧 Listen now: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/f... #CodingWithCulture #STEMEducation #HBCUReady

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

🏈💻 The Coding Bowl makes CS a game! Students gain yards for coding & score touchdowns to earn incentives—fun, engaging & culturally relevant. Project-based learning HBCU culture Culturally responsive CS Parents & educators—let’s connect! #CodingWithCulture #STEAM #HBCU #CulturallyResponsiveCS

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Spaces designed for Black men to grow & lead are rare—but @BMEstalk Leadership Lab 2025 is changing that. Honored to be part of this movement, launching Feb 13! Know two brothers who need this? Tag them—let’s build together. #BMEsTalk #BlackMenLead #LeadershipLab #Community

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Welcome to Mission College: The Virtual Freedom School HBCU for Black kids grades k-12! Virtual classes in : 🖤Computer Science 💚Design Thinking ❤️Black History & Culture Victor ‘Coach’ Hicks- Dean of Students Join the Movement!! www.codingwithculture.com

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Excited to speak at GA State MECS Conference 2025! 🧑🏾‍🏫 Join me 2/7 for "Data for Justice: Engaging Students Through Culturally Relevant Project-Based Learning." Teachers/Admins: Let’s transform K-12 STEM! Register now: sites.gsu.edu/pc-gsu--math... #STEMEducation #DataForJustice #K12Learning

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Building Black and Brown excellence in tech. Our culturally relevant CS/STEM courses equip youth with skills to thrive while honoring our heritage. Let’s close the gap, create opportunities, and strengthen the ‘K to HBCU’ pipeline! Join the movement! 🌟 #STEM #HBCU #BlackTech

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

With shifts in leadership, culturally relevant CS/STEM education is vital. Coding with Culture bridges the gap, nurturing a ‘K to HBCU’ pipeline rooted in our history & future. Let’s build a legacy of Black & Brown excellence in tech. 🌟 #STEM #HBCU #BlackTech”

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Dr. King, a Morehouse man, embodied HBCU excellence. Coding with Culture continues his legacy through culturally responsive STEM. #MLKDay

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

Hey y’all Hey! I hope y’all are having a great Saturday! We are accepting students for our 1:1 and Small group coding & design thinking classes! Ages 5-18!💻 All virtual! Join from anywhere ! www.codingwithculture.com

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

🚨 The Yard: Freedom School 🚀 HBCU-inspired courses in Computer Science, Design Thinking & Black History. Perfect for homeschoolers or after-school. Enroll up to 3 kids per session. Affordable & virtual! Spots are limited! #STEAM

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 29/12/2024

🚀 From K to HBCU 🎓 We’re paving pathways for Black & Brown kids to explore HBCUs early—building pride, ambition & STEM futures. Start the journey now! #HBCUPride #STEMEducation #RepresentationMatters

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

Give the gift of code to your Black or Brown child this Holiday! Skip the extra toy and give a gift that is an investment in their future! Spots almost full! Register today! codingwithculture.com

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Join me tomorrow for a FREE #ComputerScienceWeek webinar hosted by #EducationWeek & #PLTW 📅 Dec 10 | 🕑 2-3 PM ET | 📍 Virtual Discover how K-12 educators can empower students with computational thinking skills. 👉 Register: webinars.on24.com/edweek/Empow... #CSEdWeek #TeachCS #STEMEducation

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

🎉 It’s #CSEdWeek2024! Let’s celebrate the pivotal role HBCUs play in shaping the future of STEM for K-8 students. From culturally relevant coding education to inspiring the next generation of tech leaders, the impact is unmatched. 💻✨ #HBCUExcellence #CodingWithCulture

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

🎓✨ Celebrating Computer Science Week at #TheKindeziSchool at Gideons! Through our partnership, Scholars in grades 1-5 are exploring computational thinking inspired by HBCU culture & sustainability. 🌟 Learn more: www.codingwithculture.com #CodingWithCulture #ComputerScienceWeek #STEAM #HBCUPride

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Empower your child with tech skills & Black excellence! Coding with Culture offers 1:1 virtual classes in computer science, STEAM, & Black history—helping Black kids build confidence & creativity while staying rooted in our culture. 🔗 www.codingwithculture.com

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

The future is now, and our kids are leading the charge! 💻🌟 Young minds are coding, innovating, and changing the face of tech—one keystroke at a time. 🚀 Parents and educators, let’s build a brighter tomorrow together. Follow us for resources, inspiration, and tools to elevate the next generation! 📚

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

🚨 New partnership! 🚨 We're bringing the *Black Superhero Project* to The Ferguson School! 3rd-5th graders will: 🖥️ Code games ✍🏾 Write stories w/ Black heroes 💡 Design & brand their creations STEM + ELA = Empowered Innovators 💪🏾 #BlackSuperheroProject #STEMinELA #EdTech #K12

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Coding with Culture- Coach V. Hicks, CEO @codingwithculture.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

🚨 Wrapped *Build HBCU Apps: Code Like a Black History Hero* w/ MAD-learn! 🚨 Educators built HBCU-themed apps in real time, using design thinking to inspire Black tech leaders. Let’s #BuildBlackGenius! #STEMEducation #HBCU #EdTech #BlackExcellence

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