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New workshops announced for Winter/Spring 2026!
Special Administrator Workshop - Free, Half-Day, AI Topic!
K-12 Scope of Supporting a CS Program
In this workshop, administrators will discuss the different strategies for supporting Computer Science across their K-12 programs. We will look at standards for instruction and teaching endorsements, as well as different learning environments which can foster engaging and effective computer science instruction through a wide range of instructional resources.
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February 2026 IN-PERSON at The College of New Jersey; 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Receive $50 stipend for attending workshop in full.
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Facilitator: Jason Erdreich
GRADES K-5 PD
All 6-hour workshops are free for ALL NEW JERSEY TEACHERS, with eligibility for receiving a STIPEND for attending! Seats are extremely limited, so apply for a seat as soon as possible (application at the bottom of the page). Once your application is accepted, you must RSVP and lock in your seat, attend the session in full, and you will be eligible receive a stipend for your attendance and participation. You may only attend the same workshop once (i.e. You cannot attend CSF once in September 2025, and once in January 2026 to receive two stipends). One seat per participant. Become a partner district, and receive priority access to all workshops and stipend seats.
Physical Computing with ROBOTS!
Description TBA
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January 10, 2026, IN-PERSON at The College of New Jersey; 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
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Receive $100 stipend for attending workshop in full (attending all 2 parts).
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Facilitator: Corinne Blaine
Impacts of Computing (Computing and Society)
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January 13 and January 20, 2026 virtual via Zoom; 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM each part (2 parts total)
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Receive $100 stipend for attending workshop in full (attending all 2 parts).
Networks and the Internet with Cybersecurity - Elementary
Teachers will learn the basics of computer networking and how the information is securely transported across the internet through hands-on activities. Topics will include IP Addressing, Networking Protocols and Cryptography.
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February 21, 2026, IN-PERSON at The College of New Jersey; 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Receive $100 stipend for attending workshop in full.
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Facilitator: Jeremy Milonas
Explore micro:bit in the Elementary Classroom!
In this hands-on workshop, you'll discover how the micro:bit (a tiny handheld computer) can bring coding and creativity to life for your Grades 3+ students. We'll explore simple ways to use the micro:bit in your classroom, from making lights blink and sensors react, to building fun games and mini robots. You'll get to try out classroom-ready projects, explore helpful resources, and leave with ideas you can use right away!
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March 7, 2026, IN-PERSON at The College of New Jersey; 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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Receive $100 stipend for attending workshop in full.
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Receive a FREE micro:bit to take home!
AI and Machine Learning
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April 21 and April 28, 2026; virtual via Zoom, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM each part (2 parts total)
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Receive $100 stipend for attending workshop in full (attending all 2 parts).
GRADES 6-12 PD
All 6-hour workshops are free for ALL NEW JERSEY TEACHERS, with eligibility for receiving a STIPEND for attending! Seats are extremely limited, so apply for a seat as soon as possible (application at the bottom of the page). Once your application is accepted, you must RSVP and lock in your seat, attend the session in full, and you will be eligible to receive a stipend for your attendance and participation. You may only attend the same workshop once (i.e. You cannot attend CSF once in September 2025, and once in January 2026 to receive two stipends). One seat per participant. Become a partner district, and receive priority access to all workshops and stipend seats.
Intro to Java for Secondary Teachers (Gr. 6-12)
This course will introduce learners who have little to no text-based programming knowledge to java syntax and concepts via a hands-on workshop. Topics include the history of java, the structure of a java program, basic syntax, primitive data types, mathematical operators, writing and calling methods, conditional expressions, loops, and user input. Additional topics related to Object Oriented Programming in java may be introduced as time permits. The goal is to create confident novice java programmers!
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February 12 and February 14, virtual via Zoom; 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM each part (2 parts total)
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Receive $100 stipend for attending workshop in full (attending all 2 parts).
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Facilitator: Lora Santucci
Algorithms & Programming with Java (Python)
Want to learn about the ubiquitous programming language Python? This fun and interactive workshop provides the basics of how to write your first Python program, and provides opportunities to explore, develop skills, and collaborate within the context of data collection and analysis!
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March 3 and March 10, 2026; virtual via Zoom, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM each part (2 parts total)
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Receive $100 stipend for attending workshop in full (attending all 2 parts).
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Facilitator: Nigel Wright
Networks and the Internet - Secondary
Teachers will learn the basics of computer networking through hands-on activities The topics will include IP Addressing, Networking Protocols and analyzing the network traffic using Wireshark.
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March 7, 2026; IN-PERSON at The College of New Jersey, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Receive $100 stipend for attending workshop in full
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Facilitator: Jeremy Milonas
CS at the
Middle School Level
(For educators in Grades 5-8)
Date: December 8, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Facilitator: Jason Erdreich
Where: Zoom
Grades 5-8 are a key time for students to engage with computer science activities as this may not only allow for them to gain proficiency in this subject area, but also excite and engage them for higher levels of learning to come. In this workshop, we discuss what languages and instructional resources are well suited specifically for the middle school area, as well as how to articulate between elementary and high school programs effectively.
Computer Science
Capstone Projects
(extending beyond AP CS for Grades 9-12)
Date: December 9, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Facilitator: Ben Isecke
Where: Zoom
There are many directions you can take after AP Computer Science A for kids who are really interested. In this workshop, we'll explore the direction that the presenter's program takes: a year-long, client oriented capstone project. Along the way, students get solid basics on project management, product lifecycle, and explore and learn technologies far beyond what any teacher can teach.
AI Quickies for
Kindergarten through
Fifth Grade (Elementary)
Date: December 10, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Facilitator: Karen Wester
Where: Zoom
Bring the power of AI into your K–5 classroom with AI Quick Bytes, a series of bite-sized strategies and mini-lessons designed to help K–5 educators integrate age-appropriate, hands-on activities in under 20 minutes, sparking curiosity and boosting productivity without overwhelming prep. AI Quick Bytes makes it easy and fun to explore the future—one quick byte at a time.
Creating Videos
in Canva
(Open to all
educators K-12)
Date: December 11, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Facilitator: Corinne Blaine
Where: Zoom
In this workshop, we get hands-on with the easy to use Canva design application. Learn to make visually engaging instructional videos that boost student engagement, support learning, and provide easy to use lessons when you’re out of the classroom.
Cybersecurity in
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
(For Secondary 9-12)
Date: December 11, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Facilitator: Jeremy Milonas
Where: Zoom
In this workshop we are going to explore how Attackers (Social Engineering and Injection Attacks) and Defenders are leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools to their advantage and activities that you can bring back to the classroom.
CSEdWeek Webinars
Note: There are no stipend offerings for CSEdWeek webinar attendance. All CSEdWeek webinars are free and include a 90-minute PD certificate upon complete attendance.
