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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

#InlandEmpire educators! Join CSTA Greater LA for TECH-&-TREAT 🎃 at Haven City Market, Rancho Cucamonga on Sat 10/4, 11:30–1pm. Connect, try fun CS activities, & celebrate w/ Lisa Moe & me. Costumes optional, candy welcome! RSVP 👉 bit.ly/OCTMEETUP @cstagla.bsky.social @missmoeteaches.bsky.social

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Thank you #MorongoSummerInstitute for inviting our DLS team to present! Educators were eager to explore AI literacy + tools to personalize learning. We’re excited to see what the new school year brings!

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 12/07/2025

Our DLS team had a joyful time at the Wellness Conference! From powerful keynotes to meaningful sessions and uplifting conversations, the focus on the whole child was felt throughout. Thanks to all who joined our session. We’re already excited for next year! 💚 #TheWellCon

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

This week in Anaheim, CA, educators across the state are uniting to make CS relevant, accessible, and rooted in equity so every student sees themselves as a creator and problem-solver. #SeasonsOfCS #CSforCA

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

Brunch & Bots meetup (Riv/SB counties) is May 17, 11:30 AM @ Haven City Market, Rancho Cucamonga! Bring a robot, swap CS ideas & brunch with fellow educators. Amazon gift card raffle! All are welcome! RSVP & bring a friend! bit.ly/BRUNCHANDBOTS #CSTA @cstagla.bsky.social

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation @microbit.org · 01/05/2025

📣 EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT 🎉! More than 800 primary & secondary schools across Jamaica are set to benefit from a STEAM Education in Schools Programme over the next 3 years. #STEAM #microbit #coding

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Our team facilitates CS workshops year-round, and this one lit up the room! Educators from across the region loved exploring how to bring computer science to life in elementary classrooms through hands-on, joyful learning. #micro:bit

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Barbara Liedahl @feltclaymaker.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Exciting news, educators! Dive into the future of education at Pathfinders Summer Institute 2025 from @InfyFoundation! Space Suits in Progress: Sewable Electronics hosted on July 28 - August 1 or August 4 - 8, 2025. #InfyPathfinders #EdTech #CareerReadiness #mediaartsed #artsed

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Join us on 3/26 @ 4:00 PM for our virtual CSEN meeting. Discover how STEM From Dance clubs are combining STEM and dance to inspire girls ages 8–18. You’ll also get the latest state updates on CS and hear exciting news from CSTA Desert Valley. Register here: sbcss.k12oms.org/5-247804

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

Honored to have participated in this year’s #SpringCUE as both an attendee and a presenter. Huge thanks to the organizers for such an engaging, well-organized event. Loved meeting new people,reconnected with old friends. Prouder than ever to be part of the @cueinc.bsky.social community.

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

If you plan to be a Spring CUE Join us for two powerful sessions. -Equity in CS Education. Learn how to ensure equitable access to CS. -AI in Special Ed. Explore AI-driven tools for inclusive, personalized learning.

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

It you want a smile today. Go watch the Big Bear Eagle cam! ❤️ www.youtube.com/live/B4-L2nf...

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Who enjoys watching 3D printing like it’s a reality show! 😍😆

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Our Digital Learning Services department wrapped up our Elementary, Middle, and High School Computer Science workshops! Huge thanks to @SBC_Alliance for supporting us in bringing CS, AI, and physical computing PD & resources to educators across 16 districts in San Bernardino County!

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CodeJoy @codejoyedu.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

📰 Be in the know! Join our newsletter for exclusive updates, free opportunities, and sneak peeks at what's coming to CodeJoy. Don't miss out! ➡️ codejoy.org/newsletter #CodeJoy #EdTech #FreeResources

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

February was filled with incredible opportunities to collaborate and inspire! From presenting at the CA STEAM Symposium, to keynoting at Ignite Her Mind, empowering girls in STEAM, to advocating for CS equity at CISC with our DLS team and Alta Loma SD it was a month of impact and inspiration.

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

It was great to see so many San Bernardino County educators at Steam Symposium 2025!

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

Join California Department of Education for February AI webinars, focused on equity and featuring CSTA Equity Fellows. Register 2/5: bit.ly/CAStudentsAI, 2/6: bit.ly/A2GenZAI, 2/12: bit.ly/CAInclusiveAI, 2/20: bit.ly/AI_Inequities, 2/26: bit.ly/EquityMindedAI

Artificial intelligence learning with AI February webinar.

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Sarah Rankin @techrankin.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

It’s that time of year again! Apply to become a @microbit.org Champion! Learn and share with the top #CompSci and innovative educators around the world! Apply at microbit.org/champions/?f...! #micro:bit #educhat #edusky #edtech #PLN

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micro:bit Champions

Micro:bit Champion applications will be open from January 1 - January 29, 2024.

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

What is your #OneWord for 2025? I’m leading the year with JOY. If it doesn’t bring joy to my life, I’m not doing it. Thank you, @drsonaledu.bsky.social, @suethotz.bsky.social @mrdalcala.bsky.social & @mrslmunoz.bsky.social for bringing joy to my day!

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 26/12/2024

Sharing articles I’m in is never easy, but I’m learning to embrace the moments that highlight the work I’m passionate about. EdTech IT Influencers Share How They Bring STEM-Thinking Into the Classroom edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/...

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EdTech IT Influencers Share How They Bring STEM-Thinking Into the Classroom

Take a look at some of the projects influencers use to prepare students for a highly competitive STEM sector.

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 26/12/2024

Christmas Eve game night was almost ruined this year because everyone forgot to bring dice! But in a true MacGyver moment, I pulled two micro:bits from my purse (yes, I do carry micro:bits in my purse), I quickly programmed two dice on my phone, and saved the day. The family was blown away!

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 22/12/2024

I’m like a kid in a candy store when 3D print designs turn out beautifully after a few iterations of course. There’s nothing quite like seeing your ideas come to life layer by layer. #3DPrinting #MakerMindset @bambulabglobal.bsky.social

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

Starting my 2025 promises early: prioritizing mental health and wellness. Kicked this morning off with a great hike alongside my inspiring educator community—mind and body feeling refreshed! #SelfCare @drsonaledu.bsky.social @mrdalcala.bsky.social

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

“What I love about computer science is that there’s no right way to to solve a problem.” I’m excited to share my Google Impact Story alongside my fellow #CSTA Equity Fellow, @mrsyorkme.bsky.social! youtu.be/XIE14qNBFeU?... #CSEdWeek

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Amanda Jeane @amandajeaneedu.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Happy #CSEdWeek!! I'm sharing my CSHero Poster and looking forward to seeing others. #CSTA #CSforAll #CSinPGH #edtech You can find a Canva & Google Template along with a bunch of other resources in the blog I wrote about the week: go.codejoy.org/csedweek24

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Anyone who knows me knows I love plants. Just watched this beautiful bloom unfold on my desk, and it made me feel so at peace. Nature’s little reminders to slow down and appreciate the moment. 🌿#PlantLover

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Students at Melva Davis Academy are celebrating #CSEdWeek with @codejoyedu.bsky.social by coding robots to play mini golf! ⛳️ Combining creativity, teamwork, and coding skills, they’re turning ideas into action. #CSEd #CSforAll

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

@henrykatie.bsky.social Katie has made it to BlueSky! I just added you to the starter pack! go.bsky.app/93bgdee

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mrsyorkme.bsky.social @mrsyorkme.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

One Voice in CS is back! The second part of the interview with Dr. Tiffani L Williams is up! SoundCloud: on.soundcloud.com/1TwuzgArZQqq... (Now on Apple podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/o... and Spotify open.spotify.com/show/3vAbisv...) #onevoiceincs #equityincs #cstaequityfellows #ourvoicesarepower

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Stephanie Rothstein @stephrothedu.com · 25/11/2024

So honored and grateful. What a surprise and what an amazing group. Always happy to learn from everyone here. #Education #EdTech #K12 edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/...

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30 K–12 IT Influencers to Follow in 2024

Get to know the top voices in educational technology to stay up to date on the latest news and emerging trends.

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

As AI and other tech evolves, we must ask: Where do we draw the line? 60 Minutes recently delivered a wake-up call to the tech industry and society to address the ethical implications of AI and ensure fair, humane working conditions for its contributors. This is a much watch youtu.be/qZS50KXjAX0?...

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Training AI takes heavy toll on Kenyans working for $2 an hour | 60 Minutes

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Katherine Goyette @katgoyette.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

Looking forward to CSED Week and a conversation with Dr. Sabba Quidwai Free registration at bit.ly/AI4CALeap24 #AI4CA #CS4CA #CSEDweek #edusky #aiedu

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CodeJoy @codejoyedu.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

Tee up for coding fun during #CSEdWeek! Join our FREE Robot Mini Golf 🏌️‍♂️🤖 shows Dec 6-10. Program robots to putt through the Unfair Way. No hardware needed! Limited spots available. #teachers #students #edtech #CodeJoy #RobotMiniGolf go.codejoy.org/csedweekfree

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Adam Juarez @techcoachjuarez.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

#CSEdWeek is coming soon! Check out some lessons you can use to introduce your students to essential coding and computer science skills with Google's Applied Digital Skills. applieddigitalskills.withgoogle.com/c/en/coding?... #cvtechtalk

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Computer Science Education Week 2024

These lessons will inspire and introduce your students to essential coding and computer science skills.

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Dr.Sonal Patel @drsonaledu.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

go.bsky.app/Amza3vq CSTA Equity Fellows - Let's go!

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

This is a list of CSTA members that inspire the future of CS education. To be added to the list, drop your handle in the comments. go.bsky.app/RCaUTJx

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

Our department just got a new 3D printer, and it’s a game changer! This @bambulabglobal.bsky.social is hands down one of the best I’ve ever used. It’s fast, efficient, and can handle multiple filaments seamlessly. I’m in love! ❤️Absolutely next level! @doctorstem.bsky.social

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Tonya Coats @teachercoats.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Just finished the @CSforALL SCRIPT Facilitator Workshop! It was inspiring because it provided tools and strategies to bring equitable computer science opportunities to ALL students. #CSforALL #EquityInCS

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Jonny Austin @jonnya.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

The Micro:bit Educational Foundation just launched micro:bit #CreateAI 🎉! microbit.org/ai/. I love it for playful, physical & creative learning about ML. Use movement data to train/test a model, then use that model in #MakeCode to make an AI thing! Mad excited to see what people make! #microbit

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micro:bit and AI

Dive deeper into micro:bit CreateAI

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Frankie Baker @baconedtech.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

It’s hard to think that #CSEdWeek is coming up! Engage your kiddos with these #HourofCode activities. Activities have been vetted to work with no login, on chromebooks, no installs or downloads needed, and minimal teacher guidance/instruction needed 😉 wakelet.com/wake/CVWmlal...

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Hour of Code Tech Activities

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BlogMyWiki @blogmywiki.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

micro:bit CreateAI launches today 🎉 Inspire students to play a positive role in shaping the future of AI. Use your movement data and micro:bit to train a machine learning model - and then use it in code. Read more: microbit.org/news/2024-11... #WorldChildrensDay #microbit #createAI

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New! micro:bit CreateAI, a tool to explore AI

Explore AI through movement and machine learning

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Dr.Sonal Patel @drsonaledu.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Calling all Family Engagement Leaders to come and learn about engaging families with the evolution of AI. Thank you @Marisalazonecco and @djplanetmars for inviting our team to share a little snippet of what to expect at this workshop during today's amazing #FEN meeting! #AI #EduSky

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