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Empowering Tomorrow: Innovate, Code, Inspire

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Wednesday, February 12
 

8:00am HST

Registration & Continental Breakfast - Exhibitor Exploration & Networking
Wednesday February 12, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am HST
Join us in the foyer for coffee, juice and breakfast treats.
Wednesday February 12, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am HST
Foyer

9:00am HST

Welcome Remarks & Introduction
Wednesday February 12, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am HST
Wednesday February 12, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am HST
Piinaio Ballroom 1

9:15am HST

Keynote: Reimagining Computer Science Education: Preparing Today’s Students for Tomorrow
Wednesday February 12, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am HST
With technology continuing to evolve rapidly, today’s students need foundational computer science knowledge to grapple with the complex questions they will undoubtedly face throughout their lives. The landscape of computer science education is also changing rapidly with more students participating than ever before. This session will explore the need to reimagine CS education to prepare all students for a world powered by computing.

Jake Koressel, K-12 Standards Project Manager for the Computer Science Teachers Association, will share a vision for a world where all students experience the quality CS education needed to become informed citizens and confident creators of content and digital tools. This includes:
  • Research efforts related to reimagining CS education,
  • Plans and progress for updating the CSTA K-12 standards to align with this vision,
  • Ways to get involved and be a part of the shift.
Key takeaways will include actionable insights for educators, administrators, and other members of the CS education community to expand CS education, promote equitable access, and prepare students for success no matter their interests or chosen career path.

Speakers
avatar for Jacob Koressel

Jacob Koressel

K-12 Standards Project Manager, Computer Science Teachers Association
Jake Koressel has served in a variety of roles in CS education including high school teacher, state computer science supervisor, pre-service CS teacher educator, and researcher. He is currently the K-12 Standards Project Manager with the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA... Read More →
Wednesday February 12, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am HST
Piinaio Ballroom 1

11:20am HST

Exhibitor Exploration & Networking
Wednesday February 12, 2025 11:20am - 11:50am HST
Wednesday February 12, 2025 11:20am - 11:50am HST
Piinaio Ballroom 2

11:50am HST

Lunch & Keynote: Belonging and Confidence: Supporting our Students and Teachers in Computer Science
Wednesday February 12, 2025 11:50am - 1:05pm HST
We have been working hard. And hopefully we've been working hard at the right things, the things that increase confidence in our students who are curious about and want to pursue computer science as a career path. As programs are developed and implemented, we should continuously ask ourselves if our students feel that they belong in computer science and if they are feeling confident. And because we know that teachers are important role models, we should concurrently ask ourselves if our teachers feel they belong and if they feel confident. Even if not in computer science, we as teachers are instrumental in encouraging and guiding students in their education and career aspirations.
Speakers
avatar for Leilani Phan

Leilani Phan

Kalani High School
Leilani Phan is a high school senior passionate about robotics, STEM outreach, and marine science. As a key leader on her robotics team, she dedicates her time to building competitive robots and running outreach programs that inspire young students to explore engineering and computer... Read More →
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Dr. Truc Nguyen

Specialist, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa - College of Education
Trúc conducts research in leveraging learning technologies for maximum influence and the Internet's impact on teaching and learning. She has two primary areas of research specialty: online learning communities for teachers and Internet safety issues for schools and families. In her... Read More →
Wednesday February 12, 2025 11:50am - 1:05pm HST
Piinaio Ballroom 1

3:15pm HST

Closing & Giveaways
Wednesday February 12, 2025 3:15pm - 3:30pm HST
Wednesday February 12, 2025 3:15pm - 3:30pm HST
Piinaio Ballroom 1
 
Thursday, February 13
 

8:00am HST

Registration & Continental Breakfast - Exhibitor Exploration & Networking
Thursday February 13, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am HST
Thursday February 13, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am HST
Foyer

9:00am HST

Welcome Remarks & Introduction
Thursday February 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am HST
Thursday February 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am HST
Piinaio Ballroom 1

9:15am HST

Keynote: Computer Science is More Important Than Ever in an Age of AI
Thursday February 13, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am HST
Artificial intelligence is transforming our experience with technology—and, with it, computer science education. As AI becomes the most discussed topic globally, the computer science education community is uniquely positioned to lead the charge in teaching with and about AI. This session explores how AI literacy can serve as a catalyst to expand CS access, participation, and relevance for a broader audience.

Join Pat Yongpradit, Chief Academic Officer of Code.org and Lead of the TeachAI initiative, for a discussion on:
  • Why programming skills remain critical but will evolve in the age of AI.
  • How AI is transforming the teaching and learning landscape across computer science.
  • The opportunity to integrate ethical and societal implications into CS education.

Discover actionable strategies to modernize curriculum, embrace AI literacy, and position computer science educators as leaders and guides for the broader education community. Let’s ride the AI wave, broaden participation, and shape the future of computer science education together.

Takeaways:
  • Inspire and equip CS educators to integrate AI responsibly into teaching practices.
  • Leverage the AI moment to make computer science education more inclusive and impactful.
  • Actively lead the charge in AI literacy.

This session is a call to action for all educators to embrace the transformative potential of AI and create a future where computer science education is accessible and relevant to more students than ever before.
Speakers
avatar for Pat Yongpradit

Pat Yongpradit

Chief Academic Officer, Code.org/TeachAI
Pat Yongpradit is the Chief Academic Officer for Code.org, a non-profit dedicated to promoting computer science education, and lead of TeachAI, a global initiative to guide education leaders in rethinking education in an age of AI. His work has spanned curriculum and professional... Read More →
Thursday February 13, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am HST
Piinaio Ballroom 1

11:20am HST

Exhibitor Exploration & Networking
Thursday February 13, 2025 11:20am - 11:50am HST
Thursday February 13, 2025 11:20am - 11:50am HST
Piinaio Ballroom 2

11:50am HST

Lunch & Keynote Speaker: Ian Kitajima (Design Thinking Hawaii AI) and Student Winners
Thursday February 13, 2025 11:50am - 1:05pm HST
Speakers
avatar for Ian Kitajima

Ian Kitajima

Co-Founder, Design Thinking Hawaii
Mr. Kitajima was the “Tech Sherpa” and Director of Corporate Development at Oceanit for over 21 years developing and commercializing next generation technologies for defense, medical, clean energy, and consumer applications. While at Oceanit he co-founded 3 venture startups, initiated... Read More →
Thursday February 13, 2025 11:50am - 1:05pm HST
Piinaio Ballroom 1

3:15pm HST

Closing & Giveaways
Thursday February 13, 2025 3:15pm - 3:30pm HST
Thursday February 13, 2025 3:15pm - 3:30pm HST
Piinaio Ballroom 1
 
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