2025 Hawaiʻi CS PD Summit

Keynote Q&A with Jacob Koressel

Learn about Code.org’s new K-12 Computer Science (CS) lessons, labs, and modules in this engaging session! Whether you’re looking for a full, standard-aligned, computer science curriculum or looking to integrate CS into another subject area – Code.org has options for you. Easy to implement with lesson plans, slides, videos, and online and unplugged coding activities provided – all free to access and utilize. Learn about integration strategies, culturally relevant CS, and equitable practices to give all of your students the opportunity to learn Computer Science!

Having conversations with students about the code they are writing can be an invaluable tool for both the student and the teacher. Listening to a student’s thought process can give teachers insight into their problem-solving process and the blocks they may have. For students, learning to talk about their code and their process can lead to a deeper understanding of content, more independence in debugging, and more confidence in their coding. Starting with low-stakes conversations with their peers can give students the opportunity to practice talking about code. In this session, we will review several ways to facilitate student conversation surrounding computer programming to help your students articulate their thought processes and improve their coding and debugging skills.

CodeHS is an interactive online learning platform offering computer science and programming instruction for schools and individual learners. CodeHS is focused on spreading access to and knowledge of computer science by offering online instructional materials supported by remote tutors.

Keynote Q&A

Learn how schools and districts are implementing CodeHS to build a high-quality computer science program! During this session, you’ll learn how to write code in a powerful online IDE with real-time collaboration, use a coding LMS with a suite of time-saving grading tools, and explore a customizable K-12 computer science curriculum and lessons aligned to state standards.

This presentation explores the transformative power of AI in enhancing mathematics education. By leveraging generative AI, we explore innovative methods for teaching and learning unfamiliar mathematical concepts. We'll discuss practical strategies for using AI to personalize learning, foster creativity, and enhance problem-solving skills. Real-world examples will illustrate how AI can be integrated into the high school mathematics curriculum, from generating personalized practice problems to providing step-by-step explanations of complex theorems. We'll also address ethical considerations in AI education, ensuring responsible and ethical implementation of AI in the classroom. By the end of this presentation, you'll be equipped to harness the power of AI to create more engaging, effective, and equitable learning experiences for your students.