Sharing a site visit photo from @ChiPubSchools Wadsworth Elementary, Dr. Rashid Shabazz principal. Ms. Brawner's 3rd grade class using @microbit_edu #microbits @BootUpPD The students shared their work with board members and special guests #microbitCHAMPION #BootUpSummit

Thank you to our opening and closing keynote speakers, Nichole Pinkard and Christina Gardner-McCune! You both opened up conversations about the current state of and the future of CS and AI ed for all of us and we are so happy you were able to join us as part of the #BootUpSummit!

@michellesbettis sharing the incredible work they are doing @hamcoschools and her mission to create a sense of belonging for girls in CS. #BootUpSummit #GigCityGirls

Today at the #BootUpSummit we're hearing from Brandon Nicholson, Shaina Glass, Frieda McAlear, & Brianna Blaser on a panel moderated by Yolanda Lozano focused on how AI and other technologies can be integrated into elementary #CSEducation, while advancing access and opportunity!

I spy my friend and former Aldine CS Director Shaina Glass. Currently the Director of Education at @csteachersorg at our @BootUpPD #BootUpSummit

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Christina Gardner-McCune closing keynote. Students need to learn about AI now. #BootUpSummit

Our last panel of the day at the #BootUpSummit! Chicago educators, Danielle Terman, Laura Gaytan, Ashley Norbu, and Sarah Baartmans were joined by Kris Beck as their moderator to discuss their CS strategies, challenges, and impact in one of the nation’s largest school districts.

We had a great time with our flash talk speakers, @michellesbettis, Coach Ron, and Randy Nagitsy today at the #BootUpSummit!

Thank you @pitscoed for sponsoring the #BootUpSummit and for speaking today during lunch! Attendees, be sure to visit their table during the Expo Hall at 3pm

Fireside Chat Measuring Impact in Elementary CS Education with Maya Israel and Amy Hutchinson moderated by our own Dr. Heather Cunningham. #BootUpSummit